Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
October
Summer is a distant memory, with the weather crisp and cool and the coun-
tryside taking on a golden tinge. Business travellers outnumber those trav-
elling for pleasure.
Kulturnatten (Culture Night)
Usually held on the second Friday in October, this wonderful, atmospheric event
(
www.kulturnatten.dk
) sees Copenhagen's museums, theatres, galleries, libraries and even
Rosenborg Slot throw open their doors through the night with a wide range of special
events.
Halloween
Historically Halloween hasn't been a big Danish tradition, but it coincides with the
midterm break, so the country's big theme parks fire up for the week and highlight the
fright factor (in a family-friendly way, of course). Tivoli and Djurs Sommerland both
come to the party.
December
Sure, the weather is cold and damp, but Denmark cranks up the
hygge
(cosi-
ness) and celebrates Christmas in style: twinkling lights, ice-skating rinks,
and gallons of warming
gløgg
(mulled wine).
Christmas Fairs
Fairs are held countrywide throughout December, with booths selling sometimes-kitschy
arts and crafts and traditional Yuletide foodie treats. For an idyllic, olden-days atmosphere,
visit somewhere with a strong connection to the past: Den Gamle By in Aarhus, or historic
Ribe in southern Jutland.
