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What to see and do when visiting Denmark?

The first thing you need to see is Ilulissat, bathed in 40,000 ha of black, frozen water. An icy fjord, it is the world's largest producer of icebergs. Take the opportunity to visit another natural site, the island of Mon: the bucolic pearl of Denmark, with its medieval churches featuring naive frescoes, its megalithic monuments and its forests. You can also visit the island of Mando, secluded from the rest of the world, with its dunes and unique ecosystem. And don't forget the Faroe Islands, a natural sanctuary offering a complete change of scenery. And don't forget to visit the prettiest of the Fionian islands: Aero. Its castles are not to be outdone, with the Kronborg castle in Helsingor. This Renaissance military fortress is the setting for Hamlet. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

You can also see Egeskov Castle, one of Europe's most important Renaissance castles, with its Baroque gardens and two-hundred-year-old trees. Take a walk with your children around Rosenborg Castle and admire the crowns and other jewels of the monarchy. Or explore medieval towns like Ribe. Surrounded by rivers and fields, it has carefully preserved its medieval pedestrian streets. In Roskilde, a thousand-year-old town at the end of a protected fjord, you'll have the chance to see its cathedral, which houses the tombs of Danish kings, or its Viking ship museum. In Odense, a student, tourist and provincial town, discover the house where Andersen was born and take a shot of St. Knud's Cathedral.

Stop off at one of the first Viking ports: the town of Arhus . With its quiet streets and Gamle Bay open-air museum, it's a place not to be missed. Speaking of monuments, the Danish capital's best-known and most photographed attraction is the Little Mermaid. However, another must-see historic site is Amalienborg Square. It groups together the four palaces essential to the flourishing of the Danish empire, including Christian VII (used for hospitality and festivities), Frederik VIII (former Military Academy) and Christian IX (the kings' private residence), Christian VIII (library and royal museum). Finally, for your entertainment, head to the Trivoli amusement park and ride the wooden roller coaster: Rutsjebanen, the Ice Palace or Himmelskibet, the highest carousel in the world. To round off your stay, try at least one of Denmark's specialties, including wienerbrod, Danish pastries, or smorrebrod, the traditional lunchtime dish consisting of an open-faced sandwich filled with herring, eel, eggs, smoked meat, roe, beet and onions.

When to visit Denmark?

Denmark has a very mild, pleasant climate for outings and vacations all year round. Summer runs from June to September, and you'll be lucky enough to enjoy temperatures that don't exceed 25°C. Even in August, the water is tepid, perfect for a dip in the islands. However, you'll still need to bring a light raincoat or umbrella in case of light showers. In winter, as in most northern countries, the days are short, but you can still enjoy the northern lights. And if you're feeling peckish, grab a bite to eat at the Mirabelle restaurant.