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Facts about LEGOLAND

  • LEGO® was founded by Ole Kirk Christiansen in 1934. The name comes from the Danish words "Leg godt", meaning "Play well".
  • In 1968 the idea of making a permanent exhibition of LEGO models was hit upon and the first LEGOLAND opened in Billund, Denmark.
  • In 1992 Windsor Safari Park went into receivership and four years later in 1996 LEGOLAND Windsor opened on the site, using 25 million LEGO bricks.
  • Since the opening of LEGOLAND Windsor, LEGOLAND California opened in 1999 and more recently LEGOLAND Deutschland opened in 2002.

Facts about the Land of the Vikings

  • The Land of the Vikings opened up in August 2007 with Denmark as the main sponsor
  • The Viking's River Splash is its main attraction and the biggest ride in LEGOLAND Windsor 
  • Another attraction is the Nordic-themed hedge maze where you try to unravel the mystery of Loki’s Labyrinth
  • The Longboat Invader opened at the start of the season 2008.

Denmark has brought back the vikings to the UK in LEGOLAND® Windsor.
Land of the Vikings is the newest area in LEGOLAND® Windsor and contains three rides.

VisitDenmark is the sponsor of the Land of the Vikings. Try the new land and go to the real Land of the Vikings - Denmark.
Read more about Vikings in Denmark

Join the Viking fleet and prepare for a thrilling adventure on the Vikings’ River Splash ride.

Inside the new Land of the Vikings, set sail through uncharted waters as you surge downstream in a fantasy Viking world created by millions of LEGO bricks.

After a good soaking and back on dry land, venture into the Nordic-themed hedge maze and try to unravel the mystery of Loki’s Labyrinth and the Longboat Invader.
Read more about LEGOLAND Windsor

LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure and LEGOLAND are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2007 The LEGO Group.

Family Holiday Offers in Denmark
Read about family holidays in Denmark

Holiday centres in Denmark

Midweek break in the “land of light” – Skallerup Holiday Centre - North Jutland!

Mid-week break (Sunday/Thursday or Monday/Friday) in luxury holiday house type D4 (4 persons). Incl. Free entrance to tropical water world, swimming pool, playground and farm visit. Price example for stay- period 08.08.08 – 22.08.08 in Skallerup £426. Subject to availability.
To book email: info@skallerup.dk or call +45 9924 8400. Learn more on www.skallerup.dk.

Save Money on your holiday in Lalandia

Stay with the entire family in a holiday home close to the beach and nature and explore the 25,000 square metres of fun indoor activities:

Stay for 7 nights, and pay for only 5! Family of 4, only £528*
Stay for 4 nights, and pay for only 3! Family of 4, only £299*
Stay for 3 nights, and pay for only 2! Family of 4, only £199*
Booking & Information at www.lalandia.dk
* Special offers in limited periods. Prices are subject to exchange rate.

Cosy Weekend Getaway!

With Weekend PLUS, you will have a cosy weekend from Thursday to Sunday for only £188 (4 persons in B-house on chosen weekends). The price includes one take away lasagne for the entire family Thursday night – and a bottle of red wine and 1½ litres soft drink. Book online at: www.danparcs.com

SeaWest Nymindegab – one of a kind

SeaWest is an abundance of activities, fantastic beaches are found amidst the stunning nature of Western Jutland.
Special offer for our English guests at the Windsor Event
Book from 25 August 2008 and throughout the year - except 3 - 20 October. Book one week and get free entrance for Play Land, Water Park, mini golf and bowling. Price example: Skipper House 25 August - 1 September. Price including all above for up to 6 persons, only £488.
Read more or book, at www.strandhotellerne.dk quote discount reference ”Windsor” under “notes and requests”. All offers are subject to availability.

Kommandørgaarden

Hotel flat for 2 adults & 2 children incl. breakfast
Accommodation in 25 m2 apartments, incl. free entrance to outdoor- and indoor swimming pools, steam bath, fitness centre and also Rømø Fun- & Horse Park with more than 30 activities, for the whole family.
Arrival 10.08-23-08 - any day from Sunday to Friday, min. 3 nights + option: additional night
Incl. Breakfast: Price: £ 245,- Additional night: £95,-
Book at www.kommandoergaarden.dk (e-mail to info@kommandoergaarden.dk) all offers are subject to availability.

70th Birthday Offers at Folkeferie

Denmarks' oldest holiday centre celebrates its 70th birthday this year and offers fantastic discounts the rest of the year.
Save 10% when staying in the period 5/7 - 9/8
Save 15% when staying in the period 20/6 - 5/7 + 9/8 - 31/12
Book at tel. +45 33 27 65 42 or + 45 70 13 33 44
Read more on www.folkeferie.dk.

Cottages in Denmark

Holiday cottages in Denmark - your home away from home 

When spending your holidays in a self-catering holiday cottage, the day belongs to you. Your cottage is usually equipped with all modern facilities such as dishwasher, washing machine, microwave and even a Jacuzzi or an indoor swimming pool. Most cottages accommodate from 6 to 12 persons and as prices are per cottages, travelling as a large group will keep your cost down. Holiday cottage in Denmark from just £240 per week. Search and book online on www.denmarkcottages.co.uk or phone 0870 197 6568

Camping in Denmark
Stay in your own caravan, tent or auto camper prices are quoted per day or in cabin - 25 m² with own shower and toilet prices are quoted per week.

Rømø Familie Camping, *** 66 km from Esbjerg, www.romocamping.dk
Prices from £20 in your own caravan, tent or auto camper and from £244 in cabin 25 m² with own shower and toilet.

FDM Billund Camping, *** 70 km from Esbjerg, http://www.fdmcamping.dk/en-GB/campsites/billund/. Prices from £24 in your own caravan, tent or auto camper and from £396 in cabin 25 m² with own shower and toilet.

Nordsø Camping, *** 67 km from Esbjerg, www.nordsoe-camping.dk. Prices from £22 in your own caravan, tent or auto camper and from £428 in cabin 25 m² with own shower and toilet.

CampWest, *** 26 km from Esbjerg, www.campwest.dk. Prices from £33 in your own caravan, tent or auto camper and from £329 in cabin 25 m² with own shower and toilet

Hvidbjerg Strand Feriepark,***** 40 km fra Esbjerg, www.hvidbjerg.dk. Prices from £31 in your own caravan, tent or auto camper and from £555 in cabin 25 m² with own shower and toilet.

DCU Odense Camping, *** 140 km fra Esbjerg, www.camping-odense.dk. Prices from £21 in your own caravan, tent or auto camper and from £489 in cabin 25 m² with own shower and toilet.

Prices are for two adults and two children from 23 August 2008. All offers are excl. an additional £9 for a camping pass which can be bought on arrival of the camping site or beforehand at www.danishcampsites.dk. Here you can also read about the 498 approved camping sites in Denmark. All offers are subject to availability.

DFDS Seaways Special Offer

Summer Sea Crossings to Denmark from Harwich

Travel to Denmark with your family this summer from Harwich from only £283 for a family of 4 with a standard car. Prices for this period normally start from £333 each way for a family of four, but we've slashed our prices by £50!
To book, go to www.dfds.co.uk/summer or call 0871 882 0886 and quote discount reference X0133.

Offer is based on 2 adults and 2 children, sharing a 4 berth inside upper-decks cabin travelling with a standard car sailing from Harwich to Esbjerg. This special offer is available form 1 -14 July and 5 - 31 August sailing from Harwich to Esbjerg and the return sailings (Esbjerg to Harwich) are, all of July and 1 - 6 August. Subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply. Telephone booking fee of £20 applies.