10 Unusual Experiences to Bag on Your Denmark Holiday

Ever wondered why Denmark is one of the happiest places in the world? This small kingdom epitomizes modern living in an ever welcoming and egalitarian society. So once you’re done ticking off the touristy hotspots, check out these unusual experiences for a perfect Danish holiday!

Experience Copenhagen from its waters

Known to have some of the cleanest lakes and canals, Copenhagen is best enjoyed with a boat tour in its glittering calm waters. Take a traditional canal tour or a guided kayak tour as you go past the city’s important attractions, or rent a solar-powered GoBoat and enjoy a leisurely picnic under the sun. The city’s harbor baths are perfect for an open-air swim with a view of the city’s skyline.

Hear Shakespeare’s Hamlet brought to life

Step into the world of Shakespeare’s plays at the Kronborg Castle in Helsingør. This most famous Danish castle (known as Elsinore in the play) was the setting for Shakespeare’s Hamlet, and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a guided tour and watch the famous tragedy performed live amidst the castle’s stone corridors, exquisite halls, royal chambers, and grand ballroom.

Explore the hippy atmosphere at Freetown Christiania

A unique world within Copenhagen, this self-proclaimed autonomous area is run by its own laws, free of taxes, with vibrant graffiti covering almost every wall, and a mix of workshops, galleries, and concert halls perfecting its unconventional hippy vibe. Though often involved in controversies regarding its legal status and drugs sale, Christiana is a must visit on your Denmark holiday. Just remember to not click pictures where prohibited and follow the ‘do’s and don’ts’s’ displayed.

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Cross the iconic Oresund Bridge

Opened in 1999, the Oresund Bridge has a road and rail track connecting the southernmost point of Sweden to the Danish capital city Copenhagen. This stunning feet of engineering begins as a bridge on the Swedish side, so as not to interfere with ships, and culminates in a tunnel 18 meters under the sea, so as not to disrupt Copenhagen’s heavy air traffic. Drive across this modern marvel or take a train for an incredible experience of this part bridge-part tunnel wonder.

Rainbow Views at the ARoS Aarhus Art Museum 

A fantastic artwork on the roof of the ARoS Aarhus Art Museum, Your rainbow panorama is an elevated circular walkway of rainbow colored transparent glass. This spectacular creation offers 360-degree uninterrupted views of the surrounding city, the sky, and the coastline in the distance. Stroll through this 150-meter walkway for a dreamlike experience of walking through a rainbow.

Hike the Migrating Dunes

A coastal sand dune between Skagen and Frederikshavn, the Råbjerg Mile is the largest migrating dune in northern Europe. Consisting of 4 million meter cube of sand, this moving dune has been migrating eastward at the rate of more than 18 meters a year! Savor the calm and beauty of this remarkable stretch of dunes, as you walk this impressive natural landscape.

Bike Holiday in Denmark

With a flat terrain and cycle friendly roads throughout, Denmark is the perfect place for a bike holiday. Here there are more bikes than cars, and biking is the preferred mode of travel, irrespective of financial income. Rent a bike and take a day trip to nearby towns, or take a biking tour as you explore its major attractions the Danish way. Bike rentals are easily available everywhere, and a number of cycle superhighways have also been built in and out of Copenhagen, making it the world capital of bikes.

Sail in a Viking Ship

Go back in time as you explore the cultural history and ship building skills of the great Scandinavian warriors. The Viking Ship Museum at Roskilde exhibits 1000-year old Viking ships, and also arranges for traditional sailing experiences in reconstructed Nordic boats. For sailing enthusiasts, the museum also offers sailing courses on Roskilde Fjord, for a marine experience of a lifetime!

Visit the home of Hans Christian Andersen

Hometown of the famous Danish author H.C. Andersen, Odense is a must visit for lovers of literature and fairytales. Trace the writer’s life and famous works such as “The Little Mermaid”, “The Ugly Duckling”, and “Thumbelina”, at his childhood home and museum, complete with his artwork, artifacts, and extracts from his autobiography. Copenhagen’s iconic Little Mermaid statue commemorates his famous play.

The Carlsberg Exbeerience

Embark on a journey through the history of Carlsberg beer at its birthplace in Vesterbro, Copenhagen. Here guided tours give you a behind-the-scenes experience of the brewing process, ingredients, and different varieties of this famous Danish beer, and a horse carriage ride takes you through the Visit Carlsberg brewery site, followed by a whole lot of beer tasting. Beer lover or not, the Carlsberg experience is totally worth a visit!

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