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t Sun setting over Copenhagen

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t Traditional timber and grass roof houses on the Faroe Islands.

Buzzing bars and restaurants bounding colourful city canals. Great stretches of sand dunes illuminated by sublime skies. Working windmills nestled in picturesque meadowland. Whatever your dream trip to Denmark includes, this DK Eyewitness Travel Guide is the perfect companion.

Follow in the footsteps of the Viking Danes as you explore this utterly enchanting country from the castles of Zealand to the beaches of Skagen. Denmark has moved on from its fearsome Viking empire, and is today regarded as the benchmark for progressive politics, sustainability, design and lifestyle, best embodied in the art of hygge. Embrace this Danish concept when wild swimming in Silkeborg Lake District, enjoying a bike ride around Bornholm, or marvelling at the Northern Lights in Greenland, Denmarks spectacular, autonomous hinterland.

Craving the bustle of a city? Youre spoiled for choice. Effortlessly cool Copenhagen is chock full of world-class restaurants, cutting-edge architecture and Instagram-worthy canals. In historic Helsingr youll discover both cobbled streets and contemporary art, plus the formidable Kronborg Slot, the setting of tragic masterpiece Hamlet. To the north, artistic Aarhus rivals Copenhagen with its dynamite dining and innovative art installations, while port city Aalborg marks the start of fjord country.

With so many different experiences and regions on offer, Denmark can seem overwhelming. Weve broken the country down into easily navigable chapters, with detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps to help plan the perfect adventure. Add insider tips, and a Need To Know guide that lists all the essentials to be aware of before and during your trip, and youve got an indispensable guidebook. Enjoy the book, and enjoy Denmark.

An artful New Nordic dish at Restaurant Substans in Aarhus.

Viking ship at Roskilde Vikingeskibsmuseet.

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It oozes history. Its scenery is breathtaking. Its effortlessly stylish. Ask any Dane and youll hear a different reason why they love their country.Here, we pick some of our favourites.

Discover Reasons to Love Denmark

t The ethereal beauty of drifting dunes and wild seascapes at Jutlands northernmost tip has long been captured by painters. Take some time out to enjoy this rugged landscape.

Discover Reasons to Love Denmark

t Makers of Nordic Noir dramas keep returning to Denmark and its easy to see why. Follow in the footsteps of great detectives and explore the countrys beguiling scenery for yourself.

Discover Reasons to Love Denmark

t Sourdough rye bread piled high with succulent shrimp or tender roast beef, and garnished with colourful flourishes; smrrebrd is an unmissable lunchtime tradition throughout Denmark.

Discover Reasons to Love Denmark

t Copenhagen is the worlds most bike-friendly city, with more than 60 per cent of locals cycling along the citys pretty canals and extensive bike paths. Rent a bike and join them.

Discover Reasons to Love Denmark

t Marvel at works by the likes of Asger Jrn and Giacometti set against the stunning backdrop of the resund Sound. This is one of the greatest modern art experiences in the .