Bjarke Cirkelsten: The Troll on Amager’s Hiking Trail
I recently realized there was a Thomas Dambo troll I hadn’t tracked down yet – Bjarke Cirkelsten, hiding somewhere on Amager. So on a
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Vikings and Mead: Copenhagen Historical Market
Sticking with the festival theme, there’s one more event worth mentioning – and definitely worth saving on your calendar for next year. I’m
Hundested Sand Sculpture Festival 2026
Continuing my tradition of visiting the Hundested Sand Sculpture Festival, I made the trip for the eighth time. Once again, the level of
Old Cars, Tractor Pulling, and 90s Camping: Welcome to TimeWinder 2026
May in Denmark marks the start of festival season – fairs, markets, and random gatherings popping up left and right. One day, we
The Garbage Man: Thomas Dambo’s First Museum Exhibition
When I learned that my favorite Danish artist, Thomas Dambo, would be featured in a museum exhibition, I didn’t hesitate long – I
Geo’s Teori Troll: The newest troll from Thomas Dambo
One evening while scrolling through Facebook, I spotted a new troll coming to my area – Geo’s Teori. I knew right away what
Discovering Sanka Suttetrolden – Copenhagen’s Pacifier-Eating Troll
I recently realized there were still a few trolls around Copenhagen I hadn’t tracked down yet. So, taking advantage of the beautiful weather
Day Trips from Copenhagen: The Best Places to Visit Outside the City
A lot of people coming to Copenhagen end up asking the same question: what’s worth seeing outside the city? Something you can reach
Northern Lights in Denmark: Can You See Aurora Borealis?
With social media exploding with millions of aurora photos, I keep seeing the same question pop up: Can I see the northern lights
Christmas in Frilandsmuseet
We were looking for a Christmas market that would feel calm and easy with a newborn. Somewhere without big crowds, where we could
Halloween in Tivoli 2025
I was almost sure I wouldn’t make it to Tivoli for Halloween this year. My due date is just a few days away,
Hundested Sand Sculpture Festival 2025
When my family came to visit, we were brainstorming where to take them—and then it hit me: I hadn’t been to the Sand
Mini Spa Break Near Copenhagen – What to Expect at Marienlyst Strandhotel
With no big holidays planned this year and a baby on the way, we felt it was time for a short break. Floating
Chasing cherry blossoms in Superkilen Park in Nørrebro
There are actually two places for viewing cherry blossoms in Nørrebro – Den Sorte Plads (The Black Square) and Den Røde Plads (The
Cherry blossoms in Assistens Kirkegård
Another beautiful spot I managed to visit on my cherry blossom hunt: Assistens Kirkegård It has a lovely little cherry tree alley, and
Spring in Tivoli
The last stop on this year’s spring blossom trail was Tivoli Gardens I’ve lived in Copenhagen for so long and visited Tivoli in
Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Copenhagen
In just about a month, cherry blossoms will once again paint Copenhagen in shades of pink. But where should you go to enjoy
A Secret Cherry Blossom Haven: Pilegårds Vænge in Ishøj
Having explored numerous cherry blossom spots in Copenhagen and often finding them overcrowded, I decided to venture beyond the well-known locations in search
Chasing Trolls: Our Visit to Thomas Dambo’s Workshop
This weekend, we had an epic opportunity—to step into the creative lair of our favorite artist, Thomas Dambo, aka the mastermind behind all
Bright Lights in a Dark February: Copenhagen Light Festival 2025
February can be a bit of a drag—cold, dark, and frankly, kind of dull. But every year, Copenhagen Light Festival swoops in, turning