Wintercamping in Denmark

The cosy atmosphere of winter camping in Denmark attracts those seeking peace and quiet to the country's 7,400 km of coastline and those interested in culture to towns worth visiting. In the popular holiday resort of Vejers on the southern North Sea, for example, the extensive sandy beach invites you to take long walks. The campsites near Copenhagen and Malmö are also ideal starting points for sightseeing tours in winter.

Top tips

• The lake in front of the entrance to the fascinating Frederiksberg Gardens in Copenhagen is a favourite meeting place for active people during the cold season. This is when the lake is open to the public as an ice skating rink. Admission is free, but skates can be hired for a fee.
• The floating whirlpools that guests hire from Refshaleøen offer a very special way to explore Copenhagen's canals. For 2,200 kroner, you can take a one-and-a-half-hour tour across the water with a personal skipper. The salt water-filled pools can be heated up to 104 degrees Celsius and can accommodate up to five people.

Activities and excursions

Extensive hikes on almost deserted beaches and the cultural highlights of the cities attract guests to winter camping in Denmark.

Beach holidays in the cold season

If you want to relax and let your thoughts run free, the almost deserted beaches in Denmark are just the place for you in winter. Visitors will find perfect conditions for a relaxing holiday in Vejers, one of the oldest holiday resorts in the country. Hikes lead, for example, to the 64 metre high Blåbjerg dune, from where the view of the sea is breathtaking. A walk to Lake Filsø inland, where red deer and white-tailed eagles live, is also worthwhile. There are also campsites on the beach in the north that are open all year round. The 10 km long and wide sandy beach at Tornby is a paradise for walkers during the cold season. Behind the coast, active holidaymakers will find a true natural paradise in a freely accessible forest. To the south of Hirthals lies the Tornby Klitplantage, a 548-hectare forest that runs along the cliffs. Many hiking trails lead through the beautiful and wind-protected area.

Winter camping and sightseeing

Winter camping in Denmark in the capital Copenhagen takes you to one of the most charming metropolises in Northern Europe. The Little Mermaid bronze statue on the waterfront is one of the smallest landmarks in the world at just 125 cm high. The imposing Amalienborg Palace is not to be overlooked. Right next to it is Frederik's Church, the next sight. The mighty dome resting on twelve columns can be seen from afar. The interior is adorned with pictures of the twelve apostles and numerous mosaics. When winter camping in Denmark on the east coast of Jutland, it is worth travelling to Aarhus. Visitors can travel back in time at the open-air museum Den Gamle By (The Old Town), which brings medieval urban culture to life.

Events

Numerous events provide variety during the cold season for winter camping in Denmark.

February

• Winter Jazz Festival: More than 300 concerts take place throughout Denmark as part of the Winter Jazz Festival. In addition to Copenhagen, venues include Aalborg, Aarhus, Esbjerg and Odense.

December

• Aarhus Art and Christmas Market: From the end of November until Christmas, the historic riding hall in the city centre is filled with festive atmosphere. Visitors can find a wide variety of souvenirs, gifts and culinary delights at more than 85 festively decorated stalls.
• Kolding Light Festival: A romantic atmosphere is created at the Kolding Light Festival. More than 40 light art installations can be seen in the centre. Among other things, Koldinghus Castle and the harbour are perfectly staged with charming light effects.