Denmark
Kingdom of Denmark
People: Danish
Denmark consistently ranks among the world's happiest countries and is the birthplace of LEGO and the concept of hygge. Denmark is located in Northern Europe and has a population of around 6 million. Its capital city is Copenhagen, and the most widely spoken official language is Danish.
By the numbers, Denmark is the 115th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.08% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 130th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 139 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Denmark — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Kingdom of Denmark |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Copenhagen |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Northern Europe |
| Population | 6,011,488 |
| Area | 43,094 km² |
| Currency | Danish krone (DKK) kr |
| Official Language | Danish |
| Dialling Code | +45 |
| Internet TLD | .dk |
| Timezones | UTC-04:00, UTC-03:00, UTC-01:00, UTC, UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | DK / DNK |
| Borders | Germany |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Denmark
What is the capital and currency of Denmark?
The capital of Denmark is Copenhagen and the currency is the Danish krone (DKK), symbol kr.
What is the capital of Denmark?
The capital of Denmark is Copenhagen.
What currency does Denmark use?
Denmark uses the Danish krone (DKK, symbol: kr).
What language do they speak in Denmark?
The official language of Denmark is Danish.
What is the dialling code for Denmark?
The international dialling code for Denmark is +45.
What side of the road does Denmark drive on?
Denmark drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Denmark
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