If we had to choose one country to live the real winter climate, Denmark would be at the top of the list. Despite the cold weather and long nights, Denmark becomes vibrant between December and February with year-end celebrations, cultural events and art shows. There is a lot to do in Denmark during the winter by visiting the royal palaces, end-of-year event markets, innovative museums, music festivals and many more! Get to know us today with the 7 best activities to do during your visit to Denmark this winter.
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Copenhagen Markets
There is no better place to enjoy the atmosphere of end-of-year events than visiting the Christmas markets in the capital, Copenhagen. In the heart of the capital, Højbro Plads Market and Kongens Nystorv Market located on the famous Stroget shopping street will definitely take you to this atmosphere. There you will find delicious traditional cuisine, souvenirs and a lot of innovative small items, in the midst of music and pleasant surroundings.
Ice Skating in the Frederiksberg Gardens
Every winter, the entrance to the Frederiksberg Gardens in Copenhagen is covered with ice and opens to the public a wide area for free skating and is open around the clock. Great activity for all ages at any time!
Tivoli Gardens
There is no doubt that visiting the Tivoli Gardens is a pleasure throughout the year, but during the winter months it has a special flavor that attracts visitors. Between November and December, more than half a million lights are used to transform gardens into a charming winter world. Garden trees are also adorned with lights for hanging festivals and hanging decorations, and a special village is held for the end of the year events. Besides, many art celebrations are held in the gardens, as well as a group of restaurants that can be enjoyed in this charming atmosphere.
La Glace
The oldest confectionery store in Copenhagen welcomes you to taste exquisite cakes and signature hot chocolate. The store opened its doors in 1870 and has since been known for its tastiest desserts and chocolates. It is perfectly suitable for you to evade a little cold and enjoy this warm atmosphere.
Try the winter bath
For many Danes, taking a very cold bath is a tradition and they say it leads to many medicinal benefits and improves quality of life. But this bath is not easy, you must first jump in a frozen water channel … And around Copenhagen there are many places that you can do this.
Discover New Haven at night Nyhavn
This point of Copenhagen is ideal for visiting with its colorful buildings that we often see in pictures of Denmark. There is no doubt that her visit is pleasant during the day, but at night the area acquires a special charm with the reflection of old buildings on the water channel in the place. But during the winter months, the region is lit up with thousands of lights and markets at the end of the year.
Skate in Amager Bakke
The Danes and visitors to the country are awaiting the opening of this wonderful site in December 2020 and will be the first industrial ski resort to be established on Amagere Island near Copenhagen. The site offers a lot of activities besides skiing, there is also a café and a restaurant in it.
From one of the capital markets
Ice Skating in the Frederiksberg Gardens
Skate in Amager Bakke
Tivoli Gardens
La Glace dessert
A view from Tivoli Gardens
From Nyhavn
From the Copenhagen market
From skating in the Frederiksberg Gardens
From the Tivoli Gardens
Nyhavn District
