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Visit Denmark and it will not be long before you understand where Hans Christian Andersen found inspiration. Denmark is a truly magical country where quaint timbered houses topple over cobbled streets, the tree-lined banks of fjords twist inland and thousands of years of history simply ooze from every corner. Denmark is made up of the Jutland Peninsular and over 400 islands, the largest of which are Funen and Sealand - each a country much unto itself.

Since 2007, Denmark has been divided into 5 Regions, each with its own unique culture and folklore. Wherever you go, you'll find the locals friendly - in fact Denmark has recently been voted the happiest place on Earth - the scenery peaceful and the beaches perfect for families.

Capital Region of Denmark (Region Hovedstaden)

The Capital Region is also the smallest region of Denmark. Situated on the East of the country, on the border with Sweden (check), the Capital Region has Copenhagen as it's main city and also includes the "Green Island" of Bornholm, 40 miles south of Sweden. Copenhagen was the adopted home of Hans Christian Andersen and there are reminders of the great creator of fairytales throughout the city. Perhaps the most famous of these is Edvard Eriksen's The Little Mermaid. Perched on a rock looking back at Langelinje Pier, The Little Mermaid was commissioned as a gift from Danish brewer Carl Jacobsen to the City of Copenhagen. The amusement park at Tivoli Gardens is a must for all visitors to the city, young and old. Tivoli is only a few minutes walk from City Hall, and within easy reach of the Copenhagen Central Station. Tivoli Gardens is both a national treasure and an international attraction. You can follow in the footsteps of H C Andersen and Walt Disney by falling in love with the beautiful gardens.

Region Zealand (Region Sjælland )

To the south of the Capital Region lies the Region Zealand. Rich with viking and medieavel history and surrounded by beautiful coastlines. Roskilde Viking heritage The historic city of Roskilde is located only half an hour by rail from Copenhagen. Here you can visit the Viking Ship Museum where you can see 800-year-old Viking ships and even sail in reconstructed ships in the bay. The area around the city has recently been designated a national park (Skjoldungernes Land). Here you also find the open-air heritage centre The Land of Legends with recreated Iron Age settlements. Read less Roskilde cathedral Roskilde Cathedral The sepulchral Roskilde Cathedral is the final resting place of 21 Danish monarchs and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Skjoldenæsholm Tram Museum Just south of Roskilde you find the Skjoldenæsholm Tram Museum, which is one of the world’s largest of its kind. Here you can try riding on vintage trams and visit collections of streetcars from around the world. Trelleborg Viking market Trelleborg Viking Ring Fortress The Trelleborg Viking Ring Fortress features the mounds of what was once a mighty stockade with Viking longhouses. A small visitors’ centre relates the history of the site (closed during winter). Dragsholm Castle Dragsholm Castle Surrounded by farmland and just a short drive from the sea, the medieval Dragsholm Castle is one of Denmark’s finest manor hotels serving gourmet cuisine made from estate produce, including herbs from the formal gardens. The area around the castle (Lammefjorden) is known for its prime vegetable growing, often supplying the finest restaurants in Copenhagen. Praestoe harbour Præstø One of many seaside towns along the coast of Sealand, the picture-postcard town of Præstø is surrounded by farmland and historic villages. Hotel Frederiksminde, which in 2016 was awarded a Michelin star, has made the town a gourmet getaway. Stevns Klint Stevens Klint The white cliffs of Stevns Klint is the only location on the planet where visitors can clearly see the sediment from the meteor strike that killed the dinosaurs 65 million years ago. The cliffs are a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here you can also visit Højerup Church, which precariously teeters on the clifftop. Vordingborg The old royal town of Vordingborg is home to the state-of-the-art Danish Castle Center, which is an interactive experience centre by the ruins of an old royal fortress. Gavnoe Castle Gavnø Castle Located on a small island close to the town of Næstved, Gavnø Castle is one of the finest rococo castles in Denmark and is especially popular among visitors for its rose gardens and parkland with more than a million tulips. The castle also has a wide program of activities and markets on the castle grounds. Moens Klint Møns Klint Located in Sealand’s southern archipelago, the island of Møn is known for its stretch of chalky cliffs reaching a height of more than 100 meters. Follow the trails along the clifftop through woodland and experience the spectacular views – or head out on guided sailing trips along the coast in tour boats or kayaks. The cliffs also have a visitors’ centre Geocenter Møns Klint. Moens Klint kayak Møns Klint Resort Hailed by camping unions as one of Europe’s best camping experiences for children, Møns Klint Resort offers hands-on activities in tune with nature. Medieval Centre Nykoebing F The Medieval Centre The Medieval Center in Nykøbing Falster features a recreated Medieval village complete with costumed interpretive staff. There is even a medieval restaurant. The heritage centre is most famous for its medieval technology park with hands-on experiences. There are also daily armoury demonstrations and jousting tournaments and other activities throughout the summer months. Knuthenborg Safari Park Knuthenborg Safari Park One of Denmark’s largest safari parks with exotic animals, Knuthenborg is home to wildlife from almost every continent, including rhinos and tigers. Steam train Maribo-Brandholm museum railway Huff and puff through the countryside travelling on Denmark’s oldest operative steam train. The museum railway takes visitors from the historic town of Maribo to the coastal village of Brandholm next to Knuthenborg Safari Park. Children on beach, Falster Falster The southern coast of the island of Falster is known for its sandy beaches and holiday homes. Much of the archipelago can be reached by car from this area.

---------------------------------------------------------------------- Kronborg Castle Kronborg Castle is probably the most famous Danish castle, known worldwide from Shakespeare's Hamlet. The elegant castle has both served as home for the royal family until the late 1600’s, but also as an active military fortress. Towering on a promontory in Northern Zealand, Kronborg faces the sound between Elsinore and Helsingborg in Sweden. Grand fortifications with bastions and casemates used to protect the Danish land from unwanted visitors. A tour of the castle will take you through beautifully decorated rooms with renaissance and baroque interiors that reveal the residents’ decadent lifestyle. Among the main attractions is Frederik II’s fine ballroom and the statue of Ogier the Dane, a mythical national hero that has been sitting in the cold casemates below the castle for hundreds of years. Though the castle is an impressive monument, its fame arose with William Shakespeare’s drama of Hamlet that takes place in the chambers of Kronborg. Hamlet was a Danish prince that suffered a tragic fate. His father was murdered by his own brother, Claudius, who seized the throne and forced the King’s widow to marry him. For years, Hamlet pretended to be insane, waiting for the day he’d get the chance to revenge his father. Nyhavn Especially during summer Nyhavn is the perfect place to end a long day. Have dinner at one of the cosy restaurants or do like the locals and buy a beer from a nearby store and rest your feet at the quayside. Nyhavn was originally a busy commercial port where ships from all over the world would dock. The area was packed with sailors, ladies of pleasure, pubs and alehouses. Today the beautiful old houses have been renovated and classy restaurants dominate the old port. Nyhavn is filled with people enjoying the relaxed atmosphere by the canal, jazz music and great food. No. 9, Nyhavn, is the oldest house in the area dating back to 1681. The design of the house has not been altered since that time. Many of the houses lining the quays of Nyhavn have been the homes of prominent artists. Hans Christian Andersen's Nyhavn The famous Danish fairytale writer, Hans Christian Andersen, used to live in no. 20. This is where he wrote the fairy-tales 'The Tinderbox', 'Little Claus and Big Claus', and 'The Princess and the Pea'. He also lived twenty years in no. 67 and two years in no. 18. Hillerød Copenhagen Sophie Hæstorp Andersen 1,807,404 2,546.3 709.81 Counties:Copenhagen, Frederiksborg; municipalities: Copenhagen, Frederiksberg, Bornholm Region Midtjylland Central Denmark Region Viborg Aarhus Bent Hansen 1,304,253 13,000.2 100.32 Ringkjøbing, nearly all of Århus, the southern part of Viborg and the northern part of Vejle Region Nordjylland North Denmark Region Aalborg Aalborg Ulla Astman 587,335 7,874.0 74.59 North Jutland, the northern part of Viborg County and a small part of Århus County Region Sjælland Region Zealand Sorø Roskilde Jens Stenbæk 832,553 7,217.8 115.34 Roskilde, Storstrøm, and West Zealand Region Syddanmark Region of Southern Denmark Vejle Odense Stephanie Lose

Funen

Funen is such a small island, the coast is never more than 30km away and lovely old seaside towns nestle into the shore. Strewn with tiny villages with half-timbered houses and hollyhocks in the garden, Funen has the highest concentration of castles, manor houses and ancient monuments in the whole of Denmark. You'll find museums specialising in almost every aspect of Funen, from shipping to prison life. In the 800-year old maritime town of Assens you can visit the largest private collection of art and antiques in Denmark. Fyns Sommerland family park is also tremendous fun for everyone. Odense - birthplace of Denmark's most famous son, Hans Christian Andersen - has a history going back over 1000 years. Today the parks and squares simply hum with life. The mighty castle of Egeskov in Kvaerndrup is Europe's best preserved Renaissance castle.

Danish Noir

In recent years, interest in Denmark has been sparked by the global success of powerful TV dramas such as The Killing, Borgen and The Bridge, while Danish actors like Mads Mikkelsen (Casino Royale, Dr Strange) and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Game of Thrones) have shot to stardom alongside film directors including Lars von Trier (Dogville) and Susanne Bier (The Night Manager). Fans of Danish drama can even take guided tours of some of the locations used in the hit TV series.

Copenhagen is not only the coolest kid on the Nordic block, but also gets constantly ranked as the happiest city in the world. Ask a dozen locals why and they would probably all zone in on the hygge which generally means coziness, but encompasses far more. But it is this laidback contentment that helps give the Danish capital the X factor. The backdrop is pretty cool as well: its cobbled, bike-friendly streets are an enticing concoction of sherbet-hued town houses, craft studios and candlelit cafes. Add to this its compact size and it is possibly Europe's most seamless urban experience. The city's good looks are also intrinsically linked to the famed Danish flair for design, with its industrial-chic bar, fashion scenes and culinary revolution. Yet Copenhagen is more than just seasonal cocktails and geometric threads; a bounty of beautiful beaches, wooded parks and elegant lakes also await just minutes away.