📍 Denmark

DENMARK FAMILY: LEGO, VIKINGS AND CLIFFS EXPERIENCE

Legoland dazzles, white cliffs tower above, Viking ships speak of ages past. Denmark is family adventure wrapped in heritage.

≈ 11
Days
883
Km
9
Stops
📖 6 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Aarhus, Legoland at Billund, Ribe Denmark's oldest town, Odense and Andersen, Roskilde and its Viking ships, Hamlet's castle at Helsingør, Copenhagen. Denmark with family, between history and magic.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Aarhus

vibrant waterfront city

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Day 1
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Discover

1
Den Gamle By (open-air museum, 1900–1970 quarters)
2
Moesgård Forest – Prehistoric Path (forest/beach loop)
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Activities

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Odden–Aarhus crossing (Mols Linjen) by ferry
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Next stop
Distance: 118 km
Travel time: 1h25
2
Day

Aalborg

northern gateway port

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Day 2
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Discover

1
ARoS Aarhus Art Museum – Your Rainbow Panorama
2
Ebeltoft – Frigate Jylland (museum frigate)
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Activities

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Route Ebeltoft → Aalborg via E45 (free stops)
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Next stop
Distance: 170 km
Travel time: 2h15
3
Day

Billund

legoland magic park

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Day 3
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Discover

1
Skagen – Grenen (confluence North Sea & Baltic)
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Skagen – pedestrian streets and yellow houses
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Activities

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Bolcheriet Skagen – candy making demonstration
4
Day

Billund

legoland magic park

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Day 4
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Discover

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LEGOLAND Billund – Ninjago universe, DUPLO, Miniland
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Next stop
Distance: 60 km
Travel time: 55min
5
Day

Ribe

oldest town charm

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Day 5
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Discover

1
LEGOLAND Billund – 2nd day (additional attractions)
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Ribe – medieval center and cathedral (exterior/interior)
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Activities

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Free walk through the old streets of Ribe
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Next stop
Distance: 130 km
Travel time: 1h30
6
Day

Odense

fairy tale andersen

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Day 6
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Discover

1
Mandø Island – dunes and trails (Wadden Sea)
2
Vester Vedsted – Mandø Traktorbus departure point
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Activities

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Tractor-bus crossing on the submersible road
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Next stop
Distance: 180 km
Travel time: 2h20
7
Day

Klintholm Havn Mon

white cliff chalk

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Day 7
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Discover

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Odense – H.C. Andersen's House
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Odense – footprints trail (old town)
3
Saint Canute's Cathedral of Odense
4
Eventyrhaven Park
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Activities

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Great Belt Bridge (Storebælt) crossing
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Next stop
Distance: 110 km
Travel time: 1h40
8
Day

Roskilde

viking heritage fjord

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Day 8
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Discover

1
Møns Klint – trail no.4 (cliff views)
2
Møns Klint – descent/ascent of the 498 steps
3
Pebble beach at the foot of the cliffs (walk)
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Activities

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GeoCenter Møns Klint (orientation & information)
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Next stop
Distance: 70 km
Travel time: 1h
9
Day

Helsingor

castle drama sound

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Day 9
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Discover

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Roskilde – Viking Ship Museum (exhibitions & shipyards)
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Roskilde – rowing trip on Viking ship (weather permitting)
3
Roskilde Cathedral (UNESCO)
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Activities

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Walk along Roskilde harbor
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Next stop
Distance: 45 km
Travel time: 45min
10
Day

Copenhagen

royal grandeur capital

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Day 10
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Discover

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Kronborg Castle (UNESCO) – panoramas & Hamlet scenes
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Louisiana Museum of Modern Art – collection & sculpture park
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Activities

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Værftets Madmarked (street food hall near Kronborg)
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Children's workshops at Louisiana (collage, drawing, modeling)

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Summer (June-August): Warmest weather, longest daylight hours, peak tourist season, highest prices, perfect for cycling and outdoor activities.

Spring (April-May): Pleasant temperatures, blooming flowers, fewer crowds, moderate prices, excellent for sightseeing and cultural activities.

Fall (September-October): Comfortable weather, autumn colors, fewer tourists, good value, cozy indoor attractions, harvest season.

Winter (November-March): Cold and dark, Christmas markets, hygge season, lowest prices, indoor cultural experiences, northern lights possible.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 9 and 13 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

What to discover in Denmark?

Hygge lifestyle with stunning coastlines, Viking heritage, and modern design excellence. Experience Copenhagen's cultural scene, fairy-tale castles, and sustainable living practices. The country offers excellent quality of life with beautiful architecture and progressive values. Denmark provides Scandinavian charm with cultural sophistication and environmental leadership.