The Danish lifestyle
When you arrive in Denmark you will probably notice the relaxed atmosphere and that things here generally run pretty smoothly. A blend of stately old buildings and modern sustainable architecture speaks of cities that treasure the old but love experimenting with the new.
You may also find that that living in Denmark is not exactly cheap. However, if you are sensible and follow local habits and are a little economical – such as cycling to university and eating at home – then living costs in Denmark should not blow your budget
See examples of a typical student-budget
We love bikes
Danish cities are among the most bicycle-friendly in the world with comprehensive systems of bicycle lanes in most major cities and designated bicycle routes crisscrossing the nation. More than a third of Copenhageners commute to work or school by pedal-power – all year round! City-dwellers often enjoy weekend outings on bicycles – so pack your lunch and combine an afternoon in the city with a sunset by the coast.
A green lifestyle
A clean environment is important to the Danes. Thirty years of focused energy policy has made Denmark a world leader in renewable energy technology, including wind turbines and energy efficient waste management. Copenhagen is one of the most bicycle-friendly cities in the world – with priority bicycle green waves and bicycle-friendly traffic regulation.
Read more about living in Denmark
Cool winters with a warm feeling
Let’s face it – the cool Danish climate doesn’t always offer ideal T-shirt weather. The short Danish summers are mild with near-midnight sunsets. But winters in Denmark also have their share of warmth – with candle-lit homes, warm and cosy gatherings and plenty of hot chocolate. Danes often refer to this snug and convivial wintery feeling as 'hygge'. It’s a very Danish way of making the best of the long, dark winters
Read more about the Danish concept of ‘hygge’
Good quality of life
Time and time again, international surveys celebrate Denmark as the “happiest' country in the world”. This, of course, does not mean that Danes are constantly cheering in the streets. What the surveys show is that the Danes enjoy a very high level of satisfaction with life. They enjoy a balanced work life with a sense of financial security and the freedom and opportunity to pursue personal goals in life. A democratic, open, safe and prosperous country – what more could you really want?
Denmark's rankings
Denmark is a world innovation leader and does well in many other areas as well. But since perfection is a moving target, Denmark continuously needs to develop its competitive edge and maintain an environment where everyone can fulfil and their potential.
- News
- Denmark tops global ranking for higher education May 18, 2012
- Denmark increasingly popular among foreign academics May 16, 2012
- HRH Prince Joachim took international students for an electrical spin May 15, 2012
- New wind tunnel to boost Danish wind energy research May 15, 2012
- International students appointed Goodwill Ambassadors to Denmark May 11, 2012