Nice to know about Copenhagen
Practical information and facts about Copenhagen and Denmark
Find answers to all your questions about Copenhagen - from currency, tipping, language, weather conditions and shop opening hours to what to do in case of emergency, lost property and how to get a VAT refund.
Currency:
Danish krone - DKK 1 krone = 100 øre.
100 DKK = approx. 19 $ (USD)
100 DKK = approx. 12 £ (GBP)
100 DKK = approx. 14 € (EUR)
Currency last updated 9th of August 2011
Credit cards
Credit cards can be used in most taxis, cafés, restaurants and shops.
Population
5,8 million people
Location
Western Europe (Scandinavia), bordering Germany, the North Sea and the Baltic Sea.
Capital of Denmark
Copenhagen (in Danish, København). Other cities of interest include Århus, Odense and Aalborg.
Total area
42,930 sq km
Languages
Danish is the official language. English is the main second language.
Climate:
Denmark has a temperate coastal climate.
Religion:
The majority of the Danish people are Evangelical Lutherans; there are minorities of Protestants, Roman Catholics and Muslims.
Food:
Denmark is known for Danish pastries, open sandwiches (smorrebrod) and meatballs. Other traditional recipes are for rice porridge, dumplings and various fish dishes.
Copenhagen areas
Copenhagen consists of a multitude of areas, each with its own charm, history and distinctive character. Together they make up a dense urban fabric. Though different, the areas have three features in common. The presence of water, parks and bicycle paths.
Vesterbro
Copenhagen's former working-class and red light district is now the city's hippest quarter.
Østerbro
Copenhagen's posh area offers exclusive shopping and open green spaces.
Nørrebro
Copenhagen's multicultural area is a hub of cafes, shops, restaurants and nightlife.
Christiania
Freetown Christiania is more of an alternative society than it is a district.
Frederiksberg
Copenhagen's theatre district with green parks and lots of shopping opportunities.
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