Explore the ancient Kingdom of Denmark

Foto:Mark Gray&Ribe Vikingecenter

Get your history fix here!

Consider yourself a history buff? Want to get to know the Danish Royal Family? Or have the TV series Vikings gotten you hooked on our ruthless ancestors? Whichever passion you're looking to pursue, Denmark is the place for you.

Foto: Peter Kirkegaard - Heartland Festival

12 castles you should visit in Denmark

Walk through Danish history and the homes of the Danish Royal Family, past and present, at these stunning castles in Denmark. Get up close to the Danish crown jewels at Rosenborg Castle, spend a fun-filled day at Egeskov Castle or act out your best Hamlet impression at Kronborg Castle.

The royal hunting lodge, the Hermitage, in the Deer Park

Foto: Daniel Rasmussen - Copenhagen Media Center

UNESCO-Welterbestätten in Dänemark

Ankor Wat, die Chinesische Mauer oder die Pyramiden sind eindrucksvoll, keine Frage. Aber sie sind auch weit weg und oftmals überfüllt. Warum also in die Ferne schweifen, wenn das Gute doch so nahe liegt? Dänemark besitzt 8 UNESCO-Welterbestätten, die Sie genauso beeindrucken werden!

Visit the legendary homeland of the Vikings

Once feared in Europe for their raiding and pillaging, today's Vikings are a peaceful bunch who have long since traded in their long ships for bicycles. However, you can still get a taste of the old Viking culture and way of life!