Is it safe to travel to Denmark right now?
Travel safety and public warnings
Short answer
Copenhagen is in general a safe city to visit, and normal city precautions are enough for most trips. If a serious incident happens, the public is alerted with outdoor sirens and with S!RENEN, an alert that pops up on newer phones without any app or sign-up. The warning signal is a tone that rises quickly and falls slowly for 45 seconds, and it means you should go indoors and find information from DR or TV 2. Emergency messages are also published on politi.dk.
Why
- Phone alerts work on newer phones with an updated operating system.
- No personal data is registered for the phone alert.
- 112 works across the EU, also in Denmark.
Details
A single long, steady tone of 45 seconds is the all clear signal and means the danger has passed.
Tip
Check that your phone has the latest system update before the trip so it can receive S!RENEN alerts.
What may differ
Travel advice can change quickly, so also read your own government's current advice for Denmark before you go.
Common misconception
If you hear sirens in Denmark, something dangerous is always happening.
What actually happens
Sirens are tested once a year, on the first Wednesday in May at 12.00, and the phone alert is then clearly marked as a test.
People also ask
- Is Denmark a safe country to visit?
- What does the siren mean in Denmark?
- What is the emergency number in Denmark?
Sources
- Wonderful Copenhagen: SafetyChecked at:
- borger.dk: Warnings in accidents and disastersChecked at:
- borger.dk: Contact the policeChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Laws, fines and rules can change, so check the Danish authorities before you travel.
Safety in DenmarkRelated questions
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What should you do after a traffic accident in Denmark?
If someone is injured or in danger, call 112 and ask for an ambulance or the police.
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What scams should you watch out for in Denmark?
The most common scams in Denmark come as fake text messages, Messenger messages, emails and phone calls from people pretending to be a bank or an authority.
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What happens after you report a crime to the police in Denmark?
Once your report is registered, you get a receipt with a case number (journalnummer) in e-Boks or on borger.dk.
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Can victims of crime get compensation from the Danish state?
Erstatningsnævnet decides applications for state compensation for physical or psychological injury caused by a breach of the Danish Criminal Code.