Consider yourself a history buff? Want to get to know the Danish Royal Family? Or have the TV series Vikings gotten you hooked on our ruthless ancestors? Whichever passion you're looking to pursue, Denmark is the place for you.
Walk through Danish history and the homes of the Danish Royal Family, past and present, at these stunning castles in Denmark. Get up close to the Danish crown jewels at Rosenborg Castle, spend a fun-filled day at Egeskov Castle or act out your best Hamlet impression at Kronborg Castle.
Denmark is home to 9 UNESCO World Heritage sites — from Viking history to royal castles and wild nature. The best part? They're all close by, making it easy to explore more in less time. Go on your own UNESCO adventure, without the long lines.
18 museums to visit to understand us Danes better!
Photo: SMK - National Gallery of Denmark
Follow in the footsteps of the Danish Royal Family
The Danish Royal Family are one of the most down-to-earth on the planet! Throughout the year, there are several royal events and celebrations in Denmark which you can take part in.
Once feared in Europe for their raiding and pillaging, today's Vikings are a peaceful bunch who have long since traded in their long ships for bicycles. However, you can still get a taste of the old Viking culture and way of life!
A thousand years ago, the Vikings forced themselves onto the world stage and left an indelible mark on many parts of Europe. Denmark, their homeland, has been shaped by Viking culture and here are some of the places you can see this most strikingly.
Denmark has a rich Viking history and plenty of Viking sites that are just waiting to be explored. This is why we've gathered the top 10 Viking sites around the country for your convenience. Well, 12 sites actually because keeping it to 10 was a bit of a challenge.
We all think we know the Vikings, from the stories of raiding and plundering to Norse mythology and those horned helmets. But how much of this is fact, and how much is myth? Here's a brief overview to help you brush up on your Viking knowledge. You'll be ready for your own Viking adventure
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A few more cultural highlights while you're here...
