Christmas in Denmark

Christmas in Denmark is a magical time. As the weather cools down, the festive spirit heats up. Christmas in Denmark is full of tradition, food, entertainment and good company. It is the time of year when the Danes really focus on spending quality time with family, friends - and even strangers!

Here's a great guide to Christmas in Denmark, packed with ideas, events, bakground information and suggestions for making your Denmark Christmas break memorable. Learn more about Christmas markets, concerts, shopping, Danish Christmas food and traditions.

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Christmas in Tivoli

Royal Copenhagen Christmas Table

Christmas shopping in Denmark

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Christmas shopping

Denmark is the perfect place for a Christmas shopping spree.

Whether you're looking for presents, decorations or you simply want to treat yourself to that one "must-have" Danish design item, there are enough opportunities here to satisfy even the most ardent shopaholic!

Danish Christmas markets

Checking out one the many Danish Christmas markets ough to be an obligatory part of any Denmark visit during the festive season. Come for the shopping, for the culinary delicacies and a cozy atmosphere oozing with yuletide spirit.

Shopping for Danish design

How to get your hands on the latest and greatest Danish design products.

Copenhagen's top shopping districts

Things to do

Denmark is packed with fun things to do at Christmas. Shopping, culture, music - take your pick! Here's a few examples.

Christmas in Tivoli

Tivoli becomes transformed over Christmas into a fairytale-like land of lights, sounds and magical experiences for all the family.

Christmas in The Old Town

Fun things to do

Danish Christmas

Christmas is a glorious time to spend in Denmark. The festive seasons starts early and everybody gets involved. Food, design, socialising, culture - all the great aspects of Denmark combine and truly come to life during the months leading up to the big night.

Regional Christmas pages

The whole of Denmark gets into the festive spirit this time of year. Visit the Danish regional tourist offices and get inspiration for your Christmas visit.

Danish Christmas traditions

Christmas eats

The Danes love eating. Christmas time is no different!

Plan your Christmas break

Like taking care of the practicalities in advance? Search and book accommodation, find out about public transport and general opening hours during the Christmas period.