Some things to avoid doing in public in Denmark

How is it completely acceptable to sing loudly in a restaurant during a julefrokost, but not to raise your voice on the metro? Understanding the rules of Danish public space can be tricky. Here are some of them, explained.

Photo: Büro Jantzen, Metroselskabet

Living in a country where around 17% of the population comes from abroad can be challenging. We all know Danes have their own way of doing things, and they sometimes struggle to understand the lifestyles that internationals bring with them. One of the biggest risks for non-Danish people is doing the wrong thing, especially at […]


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