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Jellyfish along the Danish shores
In Denmark we only have a few species of jellyfish which are able to sting you noticeably. You will normally only find two common species...Lizards in Denmark
In Denmark you will only find two species of lizards. The common lizard and the sand lizard. The common lizard (Zootoca vivipara) is, as the...The Slow-worm – the legless lizard
Slow-worm (Anguis fragilis) The slow-worm is widely distributed in Denmark.Being a legless lizard, the slow worm is often mistaken for a little snake. However, there...The common brown frog
The European brown frog is the most common frog in Denmark. The common frog (Rana temporaria) is undoubtedly Denmarks's most well-known amphibian, also known as...The great egrets have gone north and are now a new breeding species in Denmark.
The great white heron - a newcomer in Danish nature. The great egret (Ardea alba), also known as the great white heron, is a large,...
- Lifestyle
Out in the wild – away from the coronavirus outbreak
Several European Union member states - including Denmark, have imposed lockdowns to combat the spread of the potentially deadly COVID-19. We went for a...Winter Vikings
Thousands of Danish "Vikings" take a dip in freezing water during the wintertime. Visitors to Denmark are often surprised to learn that Danes leave their...Go for a swim – without wearing swimwear?
Is it legal to go for a swim – without wearing swimwear? "Denmark - the most shameless nation on the planet" according to a survey...How Does Nature Impact Our Wellbeing?
Research reveals that environments can increase or reduce our stress, which in turn impacts our bodies. What you are seeing, hearing, experiencing at any moment...Watching birds in Denmark
Denmark can offer a wealth of birdlife at all seasons. Denmark lies on the main migration routes between continental Europe and the rest of Scandinavia....
- Places
Visit the worlds largest limestone mine
1,000 years of limestone mines under Denmark. In Mønsted Limestone Caves in Central Jutland there are more than 60 kilometres (about 37 miles) of underground...The untamed sand dunes of Rubjerg
If you want to experience wild and untamed nature in Denmark then you should visit Rubjerg Knude Lighthouse. Here you will find massive hills of...Ancient burial mounds in the Danish countryside
No matter if you go by car, bicycle or hiking through the Danish countryside there is a good chance that you will pass by...The Danish Wadden Sea – one of the world’s most valuable tidal areas
The Danish Wadden Sea is the most northern part of the Unesco World Heritage. The Danish Wadden Sea has many particularities, making this region a...The Cliffs of Møn
The Cliffs of Møn are a 6-7 km stretch of chalk cliffs along the eastern coast of the Danish island of Møn in the...
- Outdoor Denmark
Out in the wild – away from the coronavirus outbreak
Several European Union member states - including Denmark, have imposed lockdowns to combat the spread of the potentially deadly COVID-19. We went for a...Sleep on the forest floor – for free
Denmark welcomes you to spend the night in the nature areas owned by the Danish Government. You can find the state forests in most...Sleeping in the woods
Stay overnight outside in the forest You may stay overnight on publicly owned natural areas on the ground in a sleeping bag, in a hammock,...Making a camp fire at the beach?
Camp fire at the beach? It is okay but keep it small. Public rights on the foreshore and in tidal waters have a long history...Can I stay overnight at the public beaches?
Is it okay to sleep for the night at the public beaches? Well, if the weather is fine you can! However, campers and tents are...
- Environment
Denmark’s largest offshore wind farm is ready to supply green energy
The Kriegers Flak's offshore wind farm in the Baltic Sea is expected to supply energy that corresponds to the annual electricity consumption of 600,000...Denmark put a final end to the fossil era and will phase out oil production
Denmark, the European Union’s biggest oil producer, is a net exporter of oil and gas. Now the country will stop offering new licenses in...At the top of the list among the most sustainable countries on Earth
Denmark is now ranking number one at the 2020 Environmental Performance Index The 2020 Environmental Performance Index (EPI) provides a quantitative basis for comparing, analyzing,...The use of solar energy is increasing significantly in Denmark
Solar energy is an element in the Danish green strategy of making the future energy supply based on renewable energy. Despite...Drinking tap water?
In Denmark people take their drinking water for granted. Danes don’t think twice before grabbing a glass and sticking it underneath a tap. However, for...
- Regulations
Travelling by campervan in Denmark
Denmark is a great place to enjoy a campervan (motorhome) holiday. The roads are well maintained and the countryside is clean and safe. ...Rights of way and accessing land.
In Denmark, there is a more restricted freedom to roam on privately held land compared to Norway and Sweden. All dunes and beaches and all...Please, keep your dog on a lead
Dogs must be on a leash when you are visiting forests and nature areas according to Denmark’s Protection of Nature Act. A visit to the...Sleeping in the woods
Stay overnight outside in the forest You may stay overnight on publicly owned natural areas on the ground in a sleeping bag, in a hammock,...Go for a swim – without wearing swimwear?
Is it legal to go for a swim – without wearing swimwear? "Denmark - the most shameless nation on the planet" according to a survey...
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