What is the fastest internet in Denmark?
Gigabit connections and fibre
Short answer
The fastest home internet in Denmark is a connection of 1 Gbit/s or more, and most of these run on fibre. In the second half of 2024, 908,527 broadband subscriptions had at least 1 Gbit/s, which is 36.4 % of all subscriptions. Fibre made up 53.9 % of broadband subscriptions, and 88.3 % had at least 100 Mbit/s. Which speeds and technologies you can get depends on the address, and tjekditnet.dk shows this for every address in Denmark.
Why
- 1 Gbit/s is the top common speed for homes.
- Fibre made up 53.9 % of subscriptions in late 2024.
- 88.3 % had at least 100 Mbit/s.
Details
Gigabit subscriptions grew by 15 % in a year, from 791,717 to 908,527.
Tip
Before you rent a flat or a summer house, look up the address on tjekditnet.dk to see if fibre is available there.
What may differ
The speed you actually get also depends on your router, wifi and the number of devices at home.
Common misconception
Most internet traffic in Denmark now goes over mobile networks.
What actually happens
Most data in Denmark goes over fixed lines: about 7.5 million TB in late 2024 against about 1.5 million TB on mobile.
People also ask
- How do I check internet speed at an address?
- How many homes in Denmark have fibre?
- What is the broadband goal in Denmark?
Sources
This answer is for reference only. Prices and terms of mobile plans are set by each operator, so check them with your own operator.
Practical infoRelated questions
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How do you log in to Danish E-tax (TastSelv), and is it in English?
You log in to E-tax for individuals, called TastSelv in Danish, with MitID if you are 15 or older.
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Is there an SMS warning service for deaf people in Denmark?
Yes.
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Does the S!RENEN phone warning need internet, and does it track your phone?
No to both.
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Will you get emergency alerts on a foreign phone in Denmark?
Yes, if your phone is compatible.

