Copenhagen is a relatively safe city and is safer on many levels than other European or American cities. However, it is still a city, and you must take precautions for your own safety and security. Is Copenhagen safe for tourists? Generally speaking, Copenhagen is considered an extremely safe city to visit. It is a city […]

Rather than use furnaces or boilers located in individual buildings for heating, Copenhagen delivers hot water or steam to radiators via a network of pipes covering 98 percent of the city. Under the climate plan, district heating is to be carbon neutral by 2025. How does Copenhagen get their energy? At present, Copenhagen is powered […]

The Copenhagen weather in February will be very cold, with high temperatures only a few degrees above freezing. It’s a quiet time to visit the exciting and historic capital of Denmark and explore the sights, parks, museums and galleries in crisp Scandinavian conditions. Is February a good time to visit Copenhagen? February.Culture enthusiasts visiting Copenhagen […]

Copenhagen’s name (København in Danish), reflects its origin as a harbour and a place of commerce. The original designation in Old Norse, from which Danish descends, was Kaupmannahǫfn [ˈkɔupˌmɑnːɑˌhɔvn] (cf. modern Icelandic: Kaupmannahöfn [ˈkʰœipˌmanːaˌhœpn̥], Faroese Keypmannahavn), meaning ‘merchants’ harbour’. What did Copenhagen mean? Princeton’s WordNet. Copenhagen, Kobenhavn, Danish capitalnoun. the capital and largest city of […]

Copenhagen has been developed with pedestrians in mind. There are ample sidewalks and pedestrian lanes. Entire streets are designated for pedestrian use. The walkability of the city means many of its attractions are close together. Is Copenhagen a walkable city? Sophisticated, contemporary Copenhagen Back to video Denmark’s capital is a walkable city with good public […]

By the time of Christian IV’s coronation in 1596, Copenhagen had become rich and powerful. The new king decided to make the town the economic, military, religious, and cultural centre for the whole of the Nordic region. The king established the first trading companies with sole rights to trade with lands overseas. What type of […]

Copenhagen is a unique city, characterized by its canals, cycling culture, strong economy, and happy locals. It is actually known as being the happiest city in the world, due to its shorter workdays, free college tuition, more vacation days, and levels of personal interaction. Why is Copenhagen the happiest place on Earth? “The most prominent […]

Sophisticated, contemporary Copenhagen Back to video Denmark’s capital is a walkable city with good public transportation and lots of bike paths, so there’s no need for a car if you don’t plan to get out of town. You will need lots of euros since it’s not cheap, but there are several things you can do […]

Copenhagen, Danish København, capital and largest city of Denmark. It is located on the islands of Zealand (Sjælland) and Amager, at the southern end of The Sound (Øresund). What is the 2nd biggest city in Denmark? AarhusAarhus, the country’s second-largest city, is located on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula, about 115 miles northwest […]

Aside from accommodation, you’re likely going to find that food puts the biggest dent in your total Copenhagen trip cost. Average restaurant prices are high in the Danish capital and if you eat every meal in a sit-down, you will likely leave the city thinking that Copenhagen is an incredibly expensive city. Is Copenhagen expensive […]

So… How Safe Is Copenhagen Really? Generally speaking, Copenhagen is considered an extremely safe city to visit. It is a city with almost no risk of natural disasters and unlike most other European capitals, the crime rates here are average and common sense should keep you out of any trouble. Why is Copenhagen so safe? […]

1) Hej & Hej Hej Saying ‘hej’ is the most common way to say hello in Copenhagen. Luckily, the pronunciation of the Danish greeting is exactly the same as the pronunciation of ‘hi’ in English. How do you greet someone in Denmark? The Simplest Danish Greeting: Hej! With hej, you’re always on the safe side […]

If you’re nervous about visiting Scandinavia in winter, rest assured that Copenhagen is the pretty much the mildest place you can visit in the region. That said, it can still get quite cold, so you’ll definitely want to pack layers! How bad is winter in Copenhagen? Winter in Copenhagen usually lasts for about four months […]

Monocle Magazine ranked Copenhagen as the most liveable city in the world in 2008, 2013 and 2014. Greater Copenhagen is not only very liveable, it is also affordable. Long commutes are not necessary – unless, of course, you prefer to leave the city behind and enjoy the peace and quite of your garden. Is Copenhagen […]

What to Do in Copenhagen: 5 Day Itinerary Exploring the streets in the central part of the city. An archway on the way to Christiansborg Palace. The outside of Next Door Cafe. The cozy ambiance of Next Door Cafe. Inside one of the reception rooms at Christiansborg Palace. Terra with foot coverings at the top […]