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counting down our picks for the top 10
reasons to visit denmark
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for this list we're looking at some of
the most compelling arguments as to why
you should consider denmark for your
next big trip
number 10 friendly locals denmark is
consistently ranked as one of the
happiest nations on earth
often coming second only to finland and
not by a very wide margin
while there's no guarantee that one
week-long trip to denmark will teach you
everything that the danes have to offer
in terms of the pursuit of happiness
the time you spend with them is
certainly a pleasure
ask anyone who's visited and they're
sure to wax poetic about how welcoming
accommodating and kind the locals are
and because
english is widely spoken it's never
difficult to get directions
order at a restaurant or ask for help
they say that happiness is infectious
and at least as far as denmark is
concerned that certainly proves true
number nine it's a cyclist's paradise
if you're comfortable on two wheels and
like to exercise when traveling
denmark is an obvious choice sure
navigating a new city by bicycle can be
a bit
overwhelming at first but it's also one
of the best ways to get your bearings
and discover hidden gems
there are some things that simply won't
come up in your research
and need to be stumbled upon when your
legs are tired or it's after dark and
you'd rather not be biking in unfamiliar
territory
denmark boasts excellent public
transportation options
both within the city and to cover the
distance between them
denmark is only about a seven hour drive
from end to end
excluding the islands while the buses
and trains run regularly
cycling is also a popular way to do
inter-city travel
with ample camping opportunities along
the way for
more outdoorsy travelers number eight
coffee culture around the globe it's
estimated that 2.25 billion cups of
coffee are consumed each and every day
our world runs on the stuff but for many
people
coffee is more than just a dose of
caffeine it's
a ritual others would go so far as to
call the preparation an
art form for those who love coffee and
everything that goes into it
we suspect you'll feel at home in
denmark here
coffee culture is flourishing
independent cafes and small local chains
are the default
with major international outlets being
relatively few and far between
denmark consistently ranks among the
countries that drink the most coffee per
capita but this is a rare instance in
which quantity doesn't come at the
expense of quality
each cafe has its own unique personality
and a lovingly prepared brew to match
number seven a culinary scene on the
cutting edge
if you're into food chances are that
you've heard of a little place called
noma it just so happens to be considered
one of the best
restaurants in the world in fact
restaurant magazine ranked it as
the best in 2010 2011 2012
and 2014. as recently as 2019
it's also claimed second place noma and
chef renee ritzeppe are at the forefront
of the new nordic cuisine movement
which is characterized by local seasonal
ingredients and a renewed interest in
traditional preparation techniques
elevated to new heights denmark is at
the heart of the movement and this
remarkable approach to food has made the
country
copenhagen in particular a must
must-visit destination for foodies with
countless restaurants to visit
of course denmark is also serious about
beer so you'll never have to go far to
get a pint of
quality brew number six the charms of
winter
when people consider a trip to denmark
it's usually when the weather is at its
most
inviting summertime is peak tourism
season
the days are long the sun shines bright
and rainy days are few and far between
the months of july and august as such
play host to some of the country's
biggest and best
events those who aren't intimidated by
winter however
will find more than just smaller crowds
to appreciate by visiting in the off
season
denmark is a beautiful nation year round
but with a fresh coating of snow cities
like copenhagen
and the old town of oahu's take on a
fairy tale quality
the danish people are no strangers to
the cold and they've got a wide range of
winter activities to make the most of
the chilly weather
from christmas festivities to skating in
the city denmark will give you a
newfound appreciation for winter
number five an eye for fashion when you
think fashion
what are the cities that come to mind
paris milan
london and new york more recently maybe
seoul
if you've got a friend who's truly got a
passion for fashion however
they'll tell you that copenhagen is a
city that's consistently ahead of the
trend
if not starting their own from oat
couture and the nation's coolest brands
like woodwood astrid anderson and baum
and fairgarten
to street style and flea market finds
copenhagen distinguishes itself
like with most danish industries the
local fashion brands tend to take
sustainability
very seriously meaning that even when
you splurge
you can feel good about your purchases
copenhagen is such a fashionable city
and one that has notably mastered the
art of layering that even if you're not
generally fashion focused
you may find yourself wanting to update
your wardrobe
number four art and culture denmark is a
nation that understands the importance
of promoting the arts and cultural
activities
not only that but it's also driven by a
philosophy that art and culture should
be accessible to
everyone though the nation is modest in
both size and population
it's home to an impressive variety of
museums and galleries
many of which are free or charge very
reasonable entrance fees
this is true all throughout denmark but
copenhagen and oahu's are among the
country's
greatest cultural centers whether you're
looking to immerse yourself in
contemporary art
walk amongst the works of great masters
or learn about the history of denmark
you're truly spoiled for choice
must visit institutions include the
constant museum of modern art
the national gallery of denmark new
kausberg glyptotic
and the rose oahu's art museum number
three
the coastline many first-time visitors
to denmark may
find themselves tempted to spend the
entire trip in copenhagen
and that's understandable it's one of
the most dynamic modern cities you'll
ever explore
be that as it may the danish countryside
is beautiful
so it's well worth taking a break from
city life to appreciate everything that
the nation has to offer
photographers in particular cannot
afford to miss the country's
breathtaking coastline
the rugged sandy beaches grassy dunes
and ocean views
never fail to make an impression robia
canuda lighthouse
surrounded by sand is an especially
unique photo op
at north yulin you'll be greeted by a
natural sight the likes of which you're
unlikely to find anywhere else
at cranin beach the waters of the skyrak
and the kedagat seas collide
and you can actually see the difference
between them
number two architecture new and old
denmark and copenhagen in particular has
distinguished itself as a leader in the
world of design
this applies equally to architecture as
you explore the country's two biggest
cities
copenhagen and ahus you can't help but
feel inspired by the incredibly creative
forward-thinking approach taken by the
architects of denmark
these are functional works of art and
marvels of civil engineering
some seem to defy the laws of physics
the royal danish opera house
the axel towers cayo's place and the vm
houses and mountain are just a few such
examples
of course given denmark's long and
storied history the country boasts
notable examples of architecture from
pretty much every major period
and at the other end of the timeline
there are historic structures like
franzbol palace
clone bull castle and frederick's bow
palace
number one a crash course in hygge
we started our list talking about how
friendly and welcoming the local people
are in denmark
and considering everything that this
nation has to offer it's not hard to
understand why
perhaps the most compelling contributing
factor to this happiness however
is the philosophy of hygge there's no
direct
translation in english but it's best
summarized as the cultivation of
coziness
warmth and appreciation for the good
things in life
it's both an atmosphere and an internal
state it's about promoting a sense of
well-being
but in a simple and straightforward way
unlike the often results-driven wellness
industry of north america
hygge is a beautiful concept and needs
to be experienced
firsthand to really be understood learn
from the danes and you can even bring
hygge home as a souvenir
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