Denmark

Where is Denmark?

Denmark is in Northern Europe, Europe, bordering Germany. Drag or zoom the map, or open the full interactive world map.

Key facts

Capital

Copenhagen

Continent

Europe

Subregion

Northern Europe

Population

5,793,636

Land area

43,094 km²

ISO codes

DK / DNK

Languages

Danish

Coastline

Has a coastline

Currency

Danish krone (DKK)

Calling code

+45

Internet domain

.dk

How Denmark compares

Denmark ranks 113th of 194 countries on this site by population and 130th by land area — roughly 0.08% of their combined population. In Europe it ranks 22nd of 45 by population and 29th by area. It has a coastline. It shares a land border with 1 other country.

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Flag of Denmark: colours

A pixel-accurate scan of the Denmark flag breaks down as 76.7% red and 23.3% white.

• 76.7% red
• 23.3% white

Can you name a country from its colours alone? That is the whole idea behind the flag pie chart game.

Did you know?

1. Denmark gave the world Lego, invented in the town of Billund in the 1930s.
2. Hygge — a cozy, candlelit sense of comfort and togetherness — has become Denmark's most famous cultural export.
3. Viking ships, runestones, and sagas still shape how Danes tell their national story.
4. The Danish monarchy is one of the oldest continuous royal lines in Europe.
5. Wind turbines and cycling culture make Denmark a global model for green everyday living.

Bordering countries

• Germany

Denmark: frequently asked questions

What is the capital of Denmark?

The capital of Denmark is Copenhagen.

What continent is Denmark in?

Denmark is in Europe, specifically the Northern Europe subregion.

What is the population of Denmark?

Denmark has a population of roughly 5,793,636 people, across a land area of 43,094 km².

What language is spoken in Denmark?

The main language of Denmark is Danish.

Which countries border Denmark?

Denmark shares a land border with 1 country: Germany.