Questions and answers about Denmark
Short answers to the questions people ask before and during a trip to Denmark, and when they move here: entry, money, transport, cycling, food, nature, housing and work. Every answer comes with sources and the date it was last checked.
Categories
Before the trip
Getting around and practical
- Money, cards and MobilePay135
- Mobile, internet and apps40
- Airports, trains, buses and ferries149
- City transport, Rejsekort, taxis and parking129
- Driving, car rental and toll bridges125
- Cycling: bike rental, rules and routes40
- City essentials: toilets, water, luggage and opening hours20
- Post, parcels and online shopping40
Food, nature and things to do
- Food, cafes and restaurants0
- Smørrebrød, pastries and Danish classics0
- Alcohol, beer and nightlife0
- Islands, beaches and the coast0
- Fishing and boating0
- Nature, hiking and wildlife0
- Cities and regions: what to see0
- Sights, museums and tickets0
- Tivoli, LEGOLAND and theme parks0
- Events, festivals and what's on0
- Travelling with kids and families0
Culture and language
Living and working in Denmark
Health and wellbeing
Popular questions
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How do you complain about a purchase in Denmark if the shop says no?
You must first complain to the seller, preferably in writing, and the seller must have rejected your claim fully or partly.
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When is Black Friday in Denmark in 2026?
Black Friday in Denmark is on Friday 27 November 2026.
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How long do you have to return something you bought online in Denmark?
You have 14 days to cancel a purchase made online from a shop in Denmark or another EU country.
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How much compensation do you get for a lost parcel in Denmark?
Under the PostNord terms for 2026, compensation for a lost or damaged parcel is at most 4,800 kr.
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How do I send a parcel from Denmark to Norway?
A parcel from Denmark to Norway is an export outside the EU, so as the sender you must fill in a customs declaration.
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How much does it cost to send a parcel in Denmark?
As of 1 January 2026, a PostNord parcel within Denmark costs 45 kr.