Area Total | 43,094 sq km |
Climate | temperate; humid and overcast; mild, windy winters and cool summers |
Natural Resources | petroleum, natural gas, fish, arable land, salt, limestone, chalk, stone, gravel and sand |
Imports | Germany 21.3%, Sweden 11.9%, Netherlands 7.8%, China 7.1%, Norway 6.3%, Poland 4% (2017) – machinery and equipment, raw materials and semimanufactures for industry, chemicals, grain and foodstuffs, consumer goods |
Exports | Germany 15.5%, Sweden 11.6%, UK 8.2%, US 7.5%, Norway 6%, China 4.4%, Netherlands 4.4% (2017) – wind turbines, pharmaceuticals, machinery and instruments, meat and meat products, dairy products, fish, furniture and design |
Government | parliamentary constitutional monarchy |
Capital | Copenhagen |
Population | 5,809,502 (July 2018 est.) |
Ethnicity | Danish (includes Greenlandic (who are predominantly Inuit) and Faroese) |
Language | Danish, Faroese, Greenlandic (an Inuit dialect), German (small minority) |
News about Denmark
- Man arrested after bomb threat at Denmark airportby The Local on April 20, 2024
A man was arrested in connection with a bomb threat late on Saturday morning that forced the evacuation of Denmark's second largest airport, police said.
- When can you talk to a stranger in Denmark without annoying them?by The Local on April 20, 2024
In Denmark, it can be seen as rude and intrusive to start a conversation with a total stranger. Except, it seems, in certain circumstances. Here's our best guess at what they are.
- 11 very useful Danish words that are very difficult to translateby The Local on April 20, 2024
Some words in the Danish language are incredibly commonplace but do not have a 1:1 equivalent in English.
- Situation 'unstable' at Copenhagen's old stock exchange after fireby The Local on April 19, 2024
Three days after a fire which ravaged Copenhagen's historic former stock exchange broke out, emergency services said Friday that the situation was "unstable" due to equipment issues and a strong breeze.
- Five dishes that every newcomer to Denmark should try at least onceby The Local on April 19, 2024
Denmark may have a stellar reputation as a world leader when it comes to fine dining, but it’s also home to plenty of hearty dishes. Here are a few you should try.
- Denmark to pay out withheld millions to integration projectsby The Local on April 19, 2024
The government is to pay out millions of kroner in state support to integration projects and organisations after earlier withholding funding.
- Danish ferry averts collision with ’unknown’ shipby The Local on April 19, 2024
A ferry from the Molslinjen company, which operates between the ports in Aarhus and Sjællands Odde, was on Friday forced to turn around to avoid an unidentified ship.
- Denmark moves to upgrade bare-bones militaryby The Local on April 19, 2024
Embarrassing malfunctions, angry dismissals and soaring costs have recently exposed the dire state of Denmark's military after two years of generous donations to Ukraine, prompting Copenhagen to upgrade its armed forces.
- Juliette Pavy: Sony World Photographer of the Year 2024by Guardian Staff (Denmark | The Guardian) on April 19, 2024
The prestigious photographer of the year title has been awarded to Juliette Pavy for her series Spiralkampagnen: Forced Contraception and Unintended Sterilisation of Greenlandic Women. Pavy was selected from the 10 winners in the professional category; she receives a $25,000 prize, Sony equipment, and the opportunity to present a new body of work at the […]
- Facade of Copenhagen's stock exchange collapses after blazeby The Local on April 19, 2024
The facade of Copenhagen's historic former stock exchange collapsed on Thursday evening, rescue services said, as work to put out the last of the flames continued for a third day.
- The chilling policy to cut Greenland’s high birth rate – podcastby Presented by Helen Pidd, with Celine Klint and Bula Larsen; produced by Courtney Yusuf and Solomon King; executive producer Homa Khaleeli (Denmark | The Guardian) on April 19, 2024
In the 1960s the birthrate in Greenland was one of the highest in the world. Then it plunged. Decades later, women have finally begun speaking out about what happenedBula Larsen was 14 when one day she and her friends were told to go to the hospital. Bula lived in Greenland and was Inuit like most of the population of the island, which is an autonomous […]
- How would a 'youth mobility scheme' between the UK and EU really work?by The Local on April 18, 2024
The EU and the UK could enter into a 'youth mobility' scheme allowing young people to move countries to work, study and live. Here's what we know about the proposal.
- Confirmation: Why does Denmark have annual spring tradition and what does it mean?by The Local on April 18, 2024
It's confirmation season in Denmark which means you'll see a lot of teenagers dressed in suits and white dresses. Here's a guide to what it's all about.
- TELL US: How did you get your job in Denmark?by The Local on April 18, 2024
Finding a job in Denmark as an international can be a long and difficult process for many. Sharing tips and hearing success stories can be a great boost for those currently job-seeking.
- Danish word of the day: Myndighedby The Local on April 18, 2024
Today's word will help you follow the news and get a greater understanding of how Danish society functions.
- Denmark’s stock exchange fire 'could result in court case'by The Local on April 18, 2024
The fire which has partially destroyed Copenhagen’s historic Børsen stock exchange could eventually result in a court case, according to a senior officer involved in its investigation.
- Copenhagen firefighters battle stock exchange fire for third dayby The Local on April 18, 2024
Firefighters battled a blaze at Copenhagen's historic former stock exchange for a third day on Thursday and said their work would continue for at least another 24 hours.
- Danish meat producer to close major factory and scrap 1,200 jobsby The Local on April 18, 2024
Denmark’s biggest company in one of its largest industries, meat producer Danish Crown has announced the closure of its factory in Zealand town Ringsted, meaning 1,200 jobs will be lost.
- Today in Denmark: A roundup of the news on Thursdayby The Local on April 18, 2024
Firefighters work to shore up burnt-out walls of old Stock Exchange, Great Belt Bridge traffic disruptions, world’s tallest wind turbine goes up in West Jutland and more news from Denmark on Thursday.
- 'The cheapest in Europe': A guide to international schools in Denmarkby The Local on April 17, 2024
International schools in Denmark are renowned for being some of the cheapest in Europe. Here's a guide to the options available.