Best time to go to Denmark

If you’re not a fan of the cold, and if you want to make the most of the country’s beaches, visit Denmark in the summer. Winter temperatures tend to hover just above freezing, and strong winds can make things feel even chillier. July and August are when the days are at their warmest – the mercury tends to hover somewhere between 15 and 20 degrees.

Passports & Visas

British passport holders don’t need a visa to enter Denmark but must have a valid passport. You can check your passport’s valid for Denmark using our handy tool. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/denmark/entry-requirements.

Don't forget to arrange your travel money and insurance before you go.

Health & Safety

You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. It’s also a good idea to get a European Health Insurance Card – or EHIC – before leaving the UK. You'll get a new UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) instead of an EHIC. You can apply at www.gov.uk/european-health-insurance-card. Visit www.nhs.uk/ehic for full details on what it covers. You do not need to apply for a GHIC if you already have an EHIC. Your EHIC remains valid in the EU until it expires. An EHIC or GHIC is free of charge. You’ll need to have both this card and adequate travel insurance. Though it’s not a substitute for travel insurance, it entitles you to emergency medical treatment on the same terms as Danish nationals. It won’t, however, cover you for medical repatriation, ongoing medical treatment or non-urgent treatment. For the latest health and safety information, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/denmark/health