Your Danish Life

02/01/2026

Cold and white winter weather has reached Aalborg and Northern parts of Jutland today, snow is expected to reach other parts of eastern and southern Denmark and by Sunday most of the country will have had some snow. We do know this picture is from a past real cold spell, it is unlikely to get that cold this time ( DMI thinks) however with climate change we rarely get to use the picture and we do at the Your Danish Life Team really like it

January continues on a cold and white note. Tuesday night and Wednesday snow is expected to make morning traffic difficult. Adjust your travel and transport ...

16/12/2025

As Christmas draws closer, the Danish traffic control Institute announces less traffic congestion this year, as Christmas is on a Wednesday traffic will spread out over several days. However, remember that Denmark comes more or less to a standstill for a couple of days. More information here for those spending the holiday here:

Christmas Eve and the Christmas days are special in Denmark – everything (nearly) closes down and finding eateries that are open, and shops to buy ...

10/12/2025

Starting tomorrow different events celebrate the traditional Lucia Procession with singing choirs holding candles. Find tips and inspiration here on how to join in.

The procession of singing girls dressed in white while holding candles in their hands is actually a beautiful December tradition. If you do not have ...

06/12/2025

The Danish winter is mostly dark and dim with few beams of sun passing through, getting enough D vitamin is vital to get through it! Find more information here

In Denmark, the cold season can be a real challenge. Not only are the dark months hard to get through; the lack of sun may ...

01/12/2025

First of December, for some the Christmas season starts now, find inspiration for a Danish Yuletide celebration, or just Jul as Danes would say, in our article here

The holiday season is an especially sentimental time of the year, and if you’re miles from home, nostalgia can be a cruel reminder of home—of ...

29/11/2025

One of the many Danish Christmas traditions starts tomorrow with the advent wreath. Find inspiration here to get yours ready

If you are new to this Christmas tradition find a few TIPS on how to make your own wreath. By Bente D. Knudsen An important ...

21/11/2025

Dear Readers, warning concerning influenza season in Denmark: it has started early in the UK and Norway, the flu variant is a tough one as it has mutated and hits as though one never had influenza before. It is expected to hit Denmark as well, in Denmark flu season generally starts in December. If you are more than 65 years old, or you are pregnant or otherwise in a risk group, the vaccine is free. However, most pharmacies offer the vaccine and everyone may book and pay for the vaccine if they wish to get it. You do not have to pass by your GP first. Many workplaces also offer it for free for their employees. According to the GP working for the Danish Media DR even if getting the flu for most people is not dangerous you can expect 2 weeks of illness, one week with fever and sickness and one week recovering./ Your Danish Life Team

14/11/2025

Dear Readers , remember that as EU citizens you can vote at the upcoming municipal and regional elections on Tuesday 18 November. If you can’t make it in person today is the last day to “brevstemme” vote as absentee, you can do so at your local borger service or library, just bring an ID / Your Danish Life Team

07/11/2025

Christmas officially starts on J-Day, or so find many Danes and this year is no exception as the annual Christmas company lunches started today. J Day is an old tradition started by Tuborg Christmas beer, also known as sneøl because of the succesful marketing campaign still running in 2025.

Friday 3 November is J-day, the Christmas beer day. At exactly 20:59, to be more precis, you can take part in this fun tradition, first ...

04/11/2025

Still new to Denmark and looking for tips on adjusting to living here! Maybe our guide can provide some insights.

Relocating is an overwhelming and intimidating prospect and to help make the initial move as seamless and straightforward as possible find our tips for must-knows ...

01/11/2025

It’s the hunt of the year in the Deer Park north of Copenhagen, it is hugely popular and attracts many onlookers ( don’t worry, there is no live fox being chased). Find out more here

It is the picnic of the year, and it takes place every first Sunday in November. This year on SUNDAY 2nd November expect a large ...