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| | | Countryside and culture |  | Why go on holiday to Denmark?
The most southern Scandinavian country is also the smallest but has heaps to offer with an interesting mix of lively cities, accessible countryside and a rich cultural history.
How much does it cost?
Flights are available from under £100, while you can expect a 13-day motoring holiday between April and August to cost around £1,000 per person. Weekend breaks in Copenhagen cost from £250 per person. Prices will vary.
When should I go?
Avoid the crowds and relax in warm weather during May and June. Things warm up during the July and August high season with concerts, street festivals and the chance to hit the beach; temperatures are usually in the high 60Fs (15-20C).
Winters are chilly, around 35-45F, but December is brightened by festivities leading up to Christmas including Christmas fairs and ice skating in the Tivoli Gardens from mid-November to just before Christmas.
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| | | To do or not to do |  | What should I do when I'm there?
With its museums, castles and old churches, vibrant Copenhagen is a great place to start.
Take in the breathtaking views with a cycling trip to the islands of Monsklint and Aero, or get to know the locals with a visit to the Viking ships in Roskilde or the Iron Age bog people at the Silkeborg Museum.
Should I rent a bike in Copenhagen?
Definitely not. City Bikes are available throughout the summer for free! Simply drop 20 kroner into the deposit slot at one of 100 racks around the city and take off to explore; return the bike and reclaim your deposit at any rack convenient to you.
Since more than half the Danes cycle on a regular basis, you'll also be partaking in the local lifestyle.
What was that about Danish ham?
We're not talking about the bacon, though sample that by all means. Egeskov Castle, an imposing 17th-century island fortress near Bornholm, is worth a visit any time of year - but is particularly dramatic in the summer during a performance of Hamlet.
Shakespeare's great Dane gets to ponder life and love on location; check with the Tourist Board for specific dates.
What about other cultural outings?
Denmark is a feast for culture-vultures all year round with highlights like the Copenhagen Carnival, the Viking Festival and the Riverboat Jazz Festival. Details are listed in Coming Events, available from the Tourist Board.
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| | | Twinkling Tivoli | | Where's good for nightlife?
Denmark's cities have an active nightlife, with live music wafting through side-street cafes in the university towns of Copenhagen, Arhus and Odense. Danes love their beer and a visit to a bar or cafe will not be complete without a Carlsberg or Tuborg.
What's the food like?
Nothing sums up Danish food more than smorrebrod, the famous open-face sandwich that can tower precariously to architectural proportions. Try frikadeller (meatballs) and fresh fried fish, or opt for a koldt bord: a cold buffet of herring, cheeses and salads. Don't forget a local wienerbrod - or Danish pastry - for dessert.
What should I buy?
Prices tend to be high so few people come here specifically to shop. Amber jewellery, silverwork and handblown glass typify sleek Danish design and make elegant and original souvenirs. Browse for these products along Stroget, Copenhagen's renowned shopping street.
What is there for children to do?
Kids will love Legoland and the twinkling lights of Tivoli, Copenhagen's biggest amusement park. Both are open only throughout the summer season (April - September/October). The reconstructed village at Den Gamle By, Denmark's largest open-air museum, provides a more educational excursion.
Tourist office:
Danish Tourist Board, 55 Sloane Street, London SW1X 9SR. Tel. 020 7259 5959.
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| | Available rental properties in Denmark |
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Holiday house. Built in 1990. Situated on a 5000 qm site. Sea/fiord view from the house.
Løkken offers great beaches, lovely nature, art, cult
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Holiday house. Built in 1989. Renovated in 2002. Situated on a 1431 qm site.
Grønhøj is a quiet holiday house area with a lovely North Sea bea
|  | | Forest View
Holiday house. Renovated in 2004. Situated on a 2800 qm site.
The former fishing hamlet is today a charming, cosy and popular holiday resort.<
|  | | Sea View Bay House
Holiday house. Renovated in 2001. Situated on a 2500 qm site. Sea/fjord view from house and site.
The former fishing hamlet is today a charmin
|  | | Flora Paradise
Holiday house. Built in 1993. Situated on a 2030 qm site.
By Tranum Strand you will find peace, quiet and scenic surroundings.
The holi
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