1. 🚲 Bike Heaven
- In Denmark, especially Copenhagen, bikes are more than transport, they’re a way of life. With more bicycles than people and over 390 km of dedicated bike lanes, cycling is the fastest, safest, and most popular way to get around. Even the royal family and politicians bike to work. Bonus: many streets even have bike traffic lights!
2. 🧱 LEGO Was Born Here
- The iconic LEGO brick was invented in Billund, Denmark, in 1932. What started as a small wooden toy company is now a global empire of creativity. You can visit the LEGO House, an interactive museum and play zone that feels like a life-sized LEGO world. Denmark literally built the world’s most loved toy—brick by brick.
3. ⚓ Home of Vikings
- Denmark was once the fierce heartland of the Viking Age, with warriors, explorers, and shipbuilders who ruled the seas. Today, you can walk in their footsteps at Viking museums, burial grounds, and reconstructed longhouses. The Roskilde Viking Ship Museum even lets you sail in a real Viking ship. It’s like time-travel, minus the sword fights.
4. 🥐 Pastry Power
- What the world calls a “Danish” pastry? In Denmark, it’s actually called “wienerbrød” (Viennese bread), thanks to its Austrian roots. But the Danes made it their own with flaky layers, sweet fillings, and buttery magic. You haven’t lived until you’ve had one fresh from a Copenhagen bakery with a hot coffee in hand.
5. 🌉 Bridge to Another Country
- The Øresund Bridge is a stunning piece of engineering that links Copenhagen, Denmark, to Malmö, Sweden, spanning 8 kilometres before seamlessly transitioning into an underwater tunnel beneath the sea. Whether you're driving or taking the train, you can cross international borders in just 30 minutes. It’s not just a commute; it’s an adventure over and under the water. The bridge even gained worldwide fame after being featured in the hit crime series "The Bridge".
6. 🌊 Underwater Roundabout? Yes.
- Located in the Faroe Islands, a self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, the world’s first underwater roundabout lies 72 meters beneath the Atlantic Ocean. This engineering marvel sits inside the Eysturoyartunnilin, a 11.2 km undersea tunnel connecting the islands of Streymoy and Eysturoy. At the roundabout’s center is a glowing, 80-meter sculpture by Faroese artist Tróndur Patursson, symbolizing unity through the iconic Faroese chain dance. Nicknamed the "jellyfish", this surreal intersection is both a practical transport hub and a jaw-dropping piece of art beneath the sea.
7. 🥴 Day-Drinking is Socially Normal
- In Denmark, cracking open a beer at lunch or sipping schnapps during a midday meal isn’t seen as unusual - it’s just part of the culture. Alcohol is enjoyed casually and socially, often with food and good company. From sunny picnics to cosy “hygge” gatherings, a drink in hand is more about relaxation than rebellion. Just don’t be surprised if your afternoon meeting involves a toast!
8. 🥛 Dairy Dreamland
- Denmark is one of the world’s top dairy producers, especially known for its rich, creamy butter and cheese. Iconic Danish cheeses like Havarti and Danablu (Danish Blue) are exported globally and are even protected by the EU for authenticity. Plus, Danish cows are some of the most pampered on Earth, often kept in spacious, high-welfare farms. It's not just dairy - it's delicious, ethical dairy.
