{"id":19010,"date":"2023-02-20T19:23:52","date_gmt":"2023-02-20T18:23:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pintrip.eu\/en\/?page_id=19010"},"modified":"2026-03-11T11:55:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T10:55:36","slug":"travel-to-denmark","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/pintrip.eu\/en\/travel-to-denmark\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel to Denmark"},"content":{"rendered":"
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.<\/span> Denmark is a safe and easy country to travel in \u2013 also for those traveling with a motorhome, caravan, or rooftop tent. Distances are short, the infrastructure is well developed, and throughout the country you will find many nature-based regions and authentic local experiences.<\/p>\n Here you will find practical information relevant for your trip to Denmark.<\/p>\n Entering Denmark<\/strong><\/p>\n Citizens from EU and Schengen countries can freely enter Denmark. Random border checks may occur, so you should carry a valid passport or national ID card.<\/p>\n Driving in Denmark<\/strong><\/p>\n If you are traveling by car, motorhome, or caravan, you should carry the following documents:<\/p>\n An international driver\u2019s license is recommended if your license was not issued in an EU country.<\/p>\n Speed limits in Denmark<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/pintrip.eu\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/07\/Bornholm-couple-standing-sand-dunes-small.jpg” title_text=”@Niclas Jessen” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_class=”cstm-green-arrow” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/pintrip.eu\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2018\/10\/scroll_ned_pil_2.png” show_bottom_space=”off” align=”center” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ max_width=”6%” max_width_tablet=”9%” max_width_phone=”20%” max_width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”||-25px|” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|tablet” animation_style=”roll” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.07)” custom_padding=”0|0|38px|0|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”56px|0px|17px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_font=”|700|||||||” header_font_size=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In the Scandinavian countries there are similar laws and regulations, but there are rules that are specific to Denmark.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ global_module=”10985″ saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_toggle title=”Headlights” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Remember to keep your headlights on at all times. It is required in Denmark, even during the daytime.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Seat belts” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n There must be seat belts to all seats in the car. In other words, it is illegal to have more people in the car than there are seat belts for, and everyone in the car must wear a seat belt. When the children in the car are under 15, it is the driver\u00b4s responsibility that they use a seat belt.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Mobile phones” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n It is strictly prohibited to use mobile phone while driving in Denmark. The use of a hands-fee phone (not a headset) built into the car is permitted.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Danish street signs” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In public traffic area the road signs use standard international symbols. Sometimes they include the Danish language.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Tolls” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n You don\u2019t pay for using the roads in Denmark. However, you have to pay when you cross the two major bridges, the Storebelt Brigde (Storeb\u00e6ltsbroen) between the island of Zealand (Sj\u00e6lland) and Funen (Fyn) and the Oresund Bridge (\u00d8resundsbroen) between Denmark and Sweden.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”In case of an emergency” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If you get into an accident or require other emergency services, call 112 nationwide to reach the Danish police, fire department and ambulance. Nearly all Danish police and emergency staff speak English and will be able to communicate with you without any problems.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Tips” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Not common in Denmark, even in tourist areas. But it is not rejected.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Bringing pets to Denmark” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n An EU pet passport is required for travel with certain pets (dogs and cats). It proofs that the animal has been vaccinated against rabies (vaccination must be given no earlier than 21 days before entry), and your dog must also be chipped to enable clear identification. In addition to the chip, it is also mandatory in Denmark for your dog to wear a tag on the collar that states the name of the dog owner and their address.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Drugs” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Denmark ban driving under the influence of marijuana (THC, cannabis), methylamphetamine, and MDMA (ecstasy). If the police suspect a driver is under the influence, they will test for various substances. Operating a vehicle while under the influence can lead to a big fine, imprisonment, or even being banned from Denmark.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_toggle title=”Driving on the right” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In Denmark, you drive on the right side of the road \u2013 similar to most of Europe.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Children and car seats” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Children under 3 years and measuring less than 135 centimeters must be seated in a properly-fitted child seat. If the vehicle does not have seat belts, children under 3 years old are not allowed in the car while it\u00b4s moving.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Speed limits” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In Denmark the speed limits are 50 kilometers per hour in towns and 80 kilometers on most roads. On the motorways, you can usually drive 130 kilometers per hour, but some parts only allow 110 kilometers per hour with posted signs.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Parking” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Park your motorhome or car in the direction of traffic (the right-hand side of the road). Often you are allowed to park between 1 hour and 2 hours in many places without paying. Parking if indicated by an additional sign are only valid at certain times. Here you should note the special color coding (times in black or white refer to the days of the week from Monday to Friday. Times in brackets are for Saturdays and times in red are for Sundays and public holidays). The traffic rules in Denmark require a parking disc in the windscreen. Foreign cars can buy a parking disc at tourist offices, petrol stations or at www.pintrip.eu.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Petrol stations” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The majority of the many petrol stations in Denmark have automatic payment machines that make it easy to fill the tank, when the station is closed. Usually, the machines accept some international credit cards as payments, and many take cash.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Money\/Credit cards” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The currency in Denmark is the Danish Krone (DKK). You can travel to Denmark with Euros and Maestro (EC) or credit card to begin with. In tourist places you can pay with euros. The official exchange rate is around 1 EUR = 7.41 DKK and is relatively constant. You can withdraw Danish kroner from a Danish ATM, but you can also pay directly by card. This is much more common. Cash payments are generally not accepted at parking machines or on local public transport. We recommend that you take an internationally accepted credit or debit card with you. The popular payment MobilePay can only be used by holders of a Danish personal identification number (CPR number).<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Cyclists” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Denmark is a nation on two wheels. You will see bicycles everywhere you go, so make sure to watch out for them. Motorists must always yield to bicycles, and they often have their own lanes, but sometimes you have to share the road.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Alcohol” open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#40614d” open_icon_color=”#40614d” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” title_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”0px” border_color_all=”rgba(217,217,217,0.4)” border_width_bottom=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Driving under the influence of alcohol is a definite no go in Denmark. The absolute legal limit of alcohol in your blood is 0.5 percent in Denmark, and that is strictly enforced. If the alcohol limit in your blood is over 0,5 you will receive punishment and fines by the police.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" \u00a0 Denmark as a Travel Destination \u2013 Information and Tips .Denmark as a travel destination Denmark is a safe and easy country to travel in \u2013 also for those traveling with a motorhome, caravan, or rooftop tent. Distances are short, the infrastructure is well developed, and throughout the country you will find many nature-based […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-19010","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\n
<\/em>Denmark as a travel destination<\/strong><\/p>\n\n
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Rules in Denmark<\/strong><\/h2>\n