Denmark

SAFETY: excellent
The whole country is generally considered safe. No particular risks are reported other than petty crime (outskirts, large cities, etc.).

TRANSPORT: excellent
A comprehensive, modern transport system covering the whole country (air, train, coach, metro, tram, taxi, ferries) makes it possible to reach any destination. Motorways are free of charge; tolls apply, however, on the bridges over the Great Belt and the Øresund (the Denmark-Sweden link). Hiring cars, motorbikes, campervans, bicycles and boats is easy and convenient. Well connected to Italy and all neighbouring countries.

Main airports: Aalborg, Aarhus (Tirstrup), Copenhagen (Roskilde), Esbjerg, Odense, Vejle.

Main ports: Aalborg, Aarhus, Copenhagen, Ensted, Esbjerg, Fredericia, Kalundborg.

ACCOMMODATION: excellent
Denmark offers a vast choice of accommodation of every kind, category and price. The international hotel classification (one to five stars) applies, alongside farm stays, B&Bs, guesthouses, hostels, campsites, and wellness and spa centres. There are numerous portals and websites useful for booking. The choice of restaurants is less varied.

COUNTRY FACTS: Full name: Kingdom of Denmark – Location: Northern Europe. Borders: Germany to the south, the Skagerrak (separating it from Norway) to the north-west, the Kattegat (separating it from Sweden) to the north-east, the Baltic Sea to the east – Time zone: UTC+1, same as Italy; observes daylight saving time – Area: 43,000 sq km – Capital: Copenhagen – Population: 5,468,000 – Religion: 95% Evangelical Lutheran, 3% other Christian denominations, 2% Muslim – Languages: Danish (official language); German and English are widely spoken – Measures: metric system.

CURRENCY: Danish krone (DKK). No currency restrictions – Credit cards: the main cards are widely accepted – Exchange: bring euros; exchange is easy.

ELECTRICITY: 230 V and 50 Hz– Sockets: various types; bring an adapter.

DOCUMENTS: identity card valid for travel abroad. There are no customs restrictions on personal luggage (Schengen) – Driving: Italian driving licence – Car: for Italian vehicles, Italian third-party insurance is sufficient.

COMMUNICATIONS AND TELEPHONES: Int. dialling code: 0045– GSM: coverage across the entire country. Standard: GSM 900/1800 and 3G 2100 (as in Italy). Local operators: Hi3G Denmark, Sonofon, TDC Mobil and Telia Nattjanster Norden – Internet: very widespread and available throughout the country – Web domain: .dk – Emergency numbers:single emergency number 112, roadside assistance 45880025.

RULES, LAWS AND CONDUCT: penalties for drug offences (possession and dealing) go up to a maximum of 6 years’ imprisonment. Crimes against the person are punished with imprisonment: 3 to 12 years for non-sexual violence, up to 4 years for negligent violence, up to 6 months for breach of the peace, honour and privacy, up to 2 years for threats, up to 6 months for insults, up to 10 years for child abuse. Homosexuality is legal and same-sex unions are recognised.

HEALTH: no compulsory vaccinations. The health situation is very good. The standard of local health facilities is excellent and medicines are readily available. Italian citizens travelling temporarily and holding a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) receive the care provided by the local public health service.

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS: 1 January, New Year’s Day; Maundy Thursday and Good Friday; Easter; Easter Monday; Great Prayer Day; Ascension; 5 June, Constitution Day; Whit Sunday and Whit Monday;24 December, Christmas Eve; 25 December, Christmas Day; 26 December, Boxing Day; 31 December.

OPENING HOURS: Post offices: Mon-Fri 9.00/10.00-17.00/18.00 (some open Sat 9.00-12.00) – Banks: Mon-Fri 9.30-16.00, Thu 9.30-18.00 – Shops: Mon-Sat 8.30-13.00, 15.30-19.30 – Closing day: Sunday.

CLIMATE: continental, cold in winter and temperate in summer. The best time to visit the country is from late May to mid-September: the days are long and fairly sunny, the nights cool. Winter, from early December to mid-March, is cold and rainy.

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USEFUL ADDRESSES IN ITALY 

Embassy and Consulate of Denmark
Via dei Monti Parioli 50 – 00197 Rome – Tel. 06 9774831 – Fax 06 97748399 – Web: http://italien.um.dk/it.aspx – E-mail: romamb@um.dk

Consulate General
Via Ludovico Ariosto 30 – 20145 Milan – Tel. 02 48012007/48008675/48008701/48011258 – Fax 02 4812445 – Web: www.dkconsulatemilan.dk – E-mail: milgkl@um.dk

Danish Tourist Board
Via Cappuccio 11 – 20101 Milan – Tel. 02 874803 – Web: www.visitdenmark.com – E-mail: info.dk@visitdenmark.com

USEFUL ADDRESSES IN DENMARK

Italian Embassy
Gammel Vartov Vej 7 – 2900 Hellerup – Copenhagen – Tel. 0045 39626877 – Fax 0045 2 39622599 – Web: ambcopenaghen.esteri.it – E-mail: info.copenaghen@esteri.it.dk