Denmark is certainly renowned for its Viking ancestry and what not many knows, is that the Danish monarchy is currently the oldest continuing monarchy in the world dating back an entire millennium. The country ranks very high at one point being ranked as the first happiest country in the world. There are twice as many bicycles in Denmark as there are cars with some 1 million kilometers daily being traveled by the Danish citizens collectively.

Traveling info

Because Denmark is a member of the Schengen convention all members of this agreement may move freely to Denmark for tourist, business, starting a new life or any other purposes without the requirement to obtain any sort of a visa document. The only document required to cross the border is an ID card. There are several countries who are outside of the European Union however they are a part of the Schengen convention. These are Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland, and Switzerland. Nationals of countries which are not part of this convention are required to obtain a Schengen visa that will allow them to move freely within the boundaries of the Schengen convention nations. (list of countries in sources). Schengen visa is normally admitted once per half a year for a duration of 90 days. Schengen visa holders can not work or study during their stay within the Schengen boundaries. Visitors who choose to drive in Denmark must have their driving permit, certificate of insurance and vehicle registration with them at all times whilst drive. Although an international driving permit is not required, it is strongly recommended for drivers owning non-EU, Australian, US, or Canadian licenses. This is particularly true for drivers whose permits are written in non-Roman scripture. An IDP is nothing more but a translation of the original document and does not replace the original driving permit therefore if using an IDP the original driving permit must always be carried along. Public transport is widely available throughout the country.

Traveling hazards

Denmark has an excellent highway and secondary road system that covers the entire country. Driving in Denmark is safe and road fatalities are very low. Although there is a wide network of bicycle lanes, many cyclists still use the roads. A cyclist is an everyday sight in Denmark considering there are twice as many bicycles as there are cars. It is important to drive carefully around cyclists as they have the right of way.

Environmental hazards

There are no dangerous animals in the Kingdom of Denmark however there are a variety of dangerous animals in Danish autonomous constituent countries. (See Greenland). The only dangerous creatures on the Jutland peninsula are the common European vipers and ticks. The common European vipers inhabit wet areas like ponds and swamplands. These are a rare sight however being bitten by one may be deadly although fatalities are very rare. Young children and elderly are more vulnerable to this viper’s bites however untreated bites for adults may result in lengthy rehabilitation. Ticks plague entire Europe and are becoming increasingly common because of less harsh winters in recent years. These parasites often carry Lyme disease. The disease is curable in early stages however with time it becomes more and more difficult to cure eventually resulting in death. The untreated disease usually kills within 10 years. The disease attacks any organ in the body including the brain and the nervous system or even joints. If being bit by a tick, carefully remove it and submit it for Lyme disease testing to a laboratory as quickly as possible. Detecting the disease early means there are much higher chances of curing it.
Denmark does not experience serious earthquakes nor does it have any volcanoes. The peninsula is quite flat meaning there is no danger of landslides etc. Denmark, however, experiences floods and heavy storms along its coast which may pose a serious threat to coastal urban areas.

Health hazards

There are currently no outbreaks of any diseases in Denmark nor are there any vaccinations requirements. There are however several vaccines which guarantee a disease-free trip. These are the routine vaccines, hepatitis A and B, and rabies vaccine. Danish healthcare provides some of the best services in the world. Public healthcare is universal and provides free service for all Danish citizens. Expats, however, are expected to pay for the services they receive. The private sector also provides excellent services however these are more costly than those of the public sector. A holder of the European health insurance card holders is covered to receive free service in the Danish public hospitals. Citizens of the EU who do not possess EHIC or non-EU citizens should consider purchasing health insurance to avoid paying hefty prices for health services.
In case of an emergency dial 112.

Crime

Denmark ranks as one of the safest countries in the world to live in. Although this is still true, there has been an increase in violent crime and an increase in organized crime activity. Violent crime however very rarely affects tourists. Petty crime, on the other hand, is common, particularly in tourist areas where criminals pick their targets in hope of economic gain. To reduce the risk of becoming a victim, it is best to beware of surroundings and to stay low key. This means that overly expensive clothes and jewelry should not be worn as it attracts potential criminals. Being indiscreet while handling money might also attract potential thieves. Wearing money belts is a great solution to keep money discreetly hidden in a pocket of the belt. The belt can also hold other important documents such as an ID or a Credit card. Although Denmark is considered safe for both male and female solo travelers, during the night no matter the gender visitors should stick to tourist areas and travel to and from a hotel in a rental car or by a taxi. Although public transport is widely available, taxis are much safer. Drugs in Denmark are illegal and possession depending on the amount might result in a prison sentence. Most cases of minor possession end up in a fine however there is no specified amount that falls under minor possession.

Summary

Denmark should have a spot on everyone’s travel list. The country has a variety of incredible attractions including the only Lego museum in the world which is definitely a place to visit. Remember that planning your trip with Travset.com will give you the quickest information about nearest emergency services and will also help you purchase indispensable travel insurance for the trip of your lifetime. Please feel free to comment and share the experiences of your travels with Travset.com.

Sources

(Visa)
https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/denmark-visa/
https://www.visitdenmark.com/denmark/entry-denmark-0
(Vaccinations)
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/denmark