A Travel Guide for Schengen Countries: Ecstatic Denmark

Discover euphoria in Denmark, rated as one of the happiest countries in the world. This tiny Scandinavian country has punched above its weight in several aspects from progressive politics to green energy, from urban planning to architectural brilliance.

Why Visit Denmark

Understated landscapes, ethereal Nordic light, lovely castles, golden beaches, warm Danes - in short, the Danish hygge - are only few of the reasons why you will instantly fall in love with the country.

The country offers diverse options for culture and history buffs. Head to the country for its magnificent monuments, authentic castles and historical museums; Maritime Museum in Helsingor, is considered the best museum in Europe.

When to Visit

The peak season to visit Denmark is from June to August. The warm weather and the alluring green landscapes attract tourists from all over the world. Fall (September to November) paints Denmark gold with all the leaves turning the ethereal shades of yellow to orange.

Winter months, from November to March, are extremely cold, with temperatures ranging from 0 to -15C. The winter season, though strictly not off-limits to visitors, is less crowded, with few outdoorsy activities on offer. If you want to escape the crowd and the cold, late May to early June is your best bet.

Schengen Visa for Denmark

Every tourist needs to possess a Schengen Visa to travel to Denmark. Considered as a boon for tourists, the Schengen Pact is the result of cooperation between 26 European countries. These countries have eliminated individual visa requirements, thereby minimizing border control. The Pact ensures tourists and citizens enjoy hassle-free movement within the member countries on a common visa. Simply put, a Schengen Visa lets one travel to any member country without applying for multiple visas.

How to Apply for a Schengen Visa

To apply for a Schengen Visa, one needs to download the Visa Application Form, which is easily available online. Submit the duly filled form along with valid documentation to the destination country's embassy in India. Remember, the form needs to be filled carefully stating the reason for your visit. It also needs to be supported with your recent financial statement. Also, availing the right travel insurance plan is mandatory for securing a visa approval for a Schengen country.

How to Travel

Denmark is well connected with the countries in Europe and Scandinavia by a plethora of ferries and the country's largest international airport at Copenhagen. Besides the Copenhagen Airport there are four other international airports directly connected to most countries around the world.

You can reach Denmark, the northern tip of mainland Europe, from the surrounding countries, by the international rail links like, Rail Europe, Interrail and Loco2. An economic alternative to travel to Denmark from one of the neighboring countries is by bus. You can also drive to Denmark from some places like Sweden and Germany.

Within Denmark, several domestic airlines can get you around the country. The Danish Railway System, DSB, offers an efficient and comfortable means to travel across cities within Denmark. Most of the smaller islands however can only be reached by ferry. Several buses also ply across the cities.

You could also opt for rented cars as driving between cities is easy, with excellent roads everywhere. Being the greenest country in the world, it is no surprise that all major cities in Denmark have dedicated bike lanes along the main streets. Although biking is safe in Denmark, several bridges and expressways are no-biking zones.

Where to Stay

Denmark offers accommodation options that meet the diverse needs and budgets of travelers. You can choose to pamper yourself in a boutique hotel in Copenhagen or indulge yourself in a spa facing the calm sea.

Copenhagen is a must-see place for all tourists, young and old alike. Marine trade and flourishing shipping industry frequently attract businesspersons to this city.

Things to Do

• Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen Don your daredevil cap and get ready for a mind-boggling experience at Tivoli Gardens, one of the finest amusement parks in Europe. Do not forget to experience Vertigo, voted as Europe's best ride. It takes thrill to a new level, turning you upside down at 100 km/h!
  If you do not feel like going on the rides, be enthralled by its splendid, entertaining music concerts and historical buildings.
• Møns Klint The GeoCenter at Mons Klint provides a fascinating journey to the very birth of Denmark. The Chalky cliffs along the eastern coast of the Mons in Island in the Baltic Sea provide wonderful and breathtaking scenery and a fantastic place to walk around. You could even go on a fossil hunt through these cliffs that date back to 70 million years ago.
• Aarhus Botanical Gardens and Aarhus Kunstmuseum The Greenhouses in the centre of the city of Aarhus attract tourists from all over the world, both the young and the old. Witness Earth's climate zones at the Botanical Gardens and experience some exciting knowledge of plants. While in Aarhus you can enjoy an out-of –the-world panoramic view of the city, along the circular skywalk "Your rainbow panorama", in the ARos Aarhus Kunstmuseum.
• LEGOLAND® Billund, Jylland Located next to the original Lego factory, LEGOLAND® Park is home to world's biggest LEGO® model, Luke Skywalker's X-wing Starfighter, built from more than 5 million LEGO® blocks. The park is the country's largest tourist attraction outside of Copenhagen. The park, with its several themes, is enjoyed by children and adults alike.
• Kronborg Slot, Helsingor Get creative inspirations at Kronborg Castle, the setting of Shakespeare's tragic play Hamlet. This magnificent castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The gigantic structure and elegant architecture is sure to overwhelm you.
• Roskilde Festival, Copenhagen Be a part of this exciting, annual, week-long festival celebrated, in the last week of June, with live music in the capital city. Enjoy a variety of music including Rock, Heavy Metal, Pop, Reggae to World music, etc.

Things to Avoid In Denmark

• Avoid being caught in unexpected weather, rain, snow or bright sun, without proper clothing. As the Danes believe there is no such thing as bad weather only wrong clothing.
• Avoid smoking is public as it is considered as an offence and the fines could be quite high.
• Ensure you have enough Danish Kroners on you, as most places in Denmark do not accept international credit cards without pins.

Enjoy your stay at Denmark to the fullest with a travel insurance plan that is mandatory and can cover major misfortunes.

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