Rich cultural heritage combined with forward-thinking cities and a growing commitment to sustainable tourism make Denmark a curious destination for travelers across Europe and beyond.
City breaks in Copenhagen are perenially popular, as are trips around this compact country by train. For those planning a trip to Scandinavia in 2024, Denmark offers a set of interesting new attractions and experiences to consider.
From a new visitor center dedicated to Denmark’s favorite export Carlsberg to a long-distance cultural hiking trail, here are five reasons why Denmark is worth a visit in 2024.
A New Direct Route From Philadelphia
Although Copenhagen is the busiest airport in Scandinavia, direct flights from the U.S. aren’t all that common nor frequent. A new route starting in June 2024 is set to give North American travelers a convenient option for visiting Denmark.
American Airlines has announced the launch of daily flights between Philadelphia and Copenhagen. The primary airport serving Pennsylvania is American Airlines’ fifth biggest hub, so many connections will be available from across North America.
Visit The Home Of Carlsberg In Copenhagen
Founded in 1847 by J. C. Jacobsen, the Carlsberg brewery quickly grew from local brewery to global giant. The iconic green and white logo has long been a major part of Copenhagen life.
The newly-opened Home of Carlsberg is a tasty new attraction that celebrates this legacy in historic surroundings. Visitors can explore highlights of the old brewery district, including its vintage bottle collection, classic cars, and even the draught horses and ponies in the stables.
Of course, there’s plenty of opportunities for beer tastings too, in the Carlsberg bar and restaurant, and lively courtyard. The brand store sells everything you need for your or your friend’s home bar, including PVC bar runners, coasters, bottle openers, and bar towels.
Experience Denmark’s Viking History
Discover a curious part of Denmark’s Viking story by exploring the Viking Age Ring Fortresses, recently honored by UNESCO as a collective World Heritage site.
Constructed between the years 970 and 980 under King Harald Bluetooth’s rule, these fortresses symbolized his power and the unification and militarization efforts of Denmark in response to the threat of Emperor Otto II’s influence.
Although the fortresses themselves no longer exist, the earthen ramparts that once surrounded a series of longhouses do. Fyrkat is perhaps the most interesting for tourists as it hosts a museum and rebuilt longhouse to add some color to the experience. During the summer, Viking reenactors demonstrate old handicrafts and organize family-friendly activities.
Cultural Hiking In Odense
With the vast mountains and world-famous trails of Norway, and the forests, lakes, and coastline of Sweden in competition, the relatively flat Denmark may not at first appear a destination for hikers.
But that’s set to change in 2024 with the opening of Carl’s Camino, a scenic 68-mile hiking trail named after celebrated Danish composer Carl Nielsen.
Starting from the historic city of Odense, the trail winds through the picturesque countryside that inspired Nielsen’s music and stories, around Funen Island, to Faaborg in South Funen.
Although the full route won’t open until later in the year, a three-mile trail in the heart of Odense’s old town is already open to offer a preview of the full experience.
A Nordic Food Anniversary
Copenhagen was the undoubted birthplace of New Nordic cuisine, a movement focused on promoting the use of local, natural and seasonal produce as a foundation for dishes.
The movement solidified around the creation of the Nordic Food Manifesto by two visionary chefs, a manifesto that celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2024.
The influence of the manifesto is clear to see from the staggering number of Michelin-starred restaurants in Copenhagen. A series of events are planned later in 2024 to mark the occasion, with specific details still to be announced. One thing’s for sure though, if you are passionate about Nordic food, Copenhagen will be the place to be in 2024.
Source : Forbes
