Denmark is a country located in Northern Europe, bordered by Germany to the south. The country comprises the Jutland Peninsula and several islands, including Zealand, Funen, and Bornholm. The capital city of Denmark is Copenhagen, which is located on the eastern coast of Zealand. Geography and Climate Denmark is a small country with a total area of approximately 42,930 square kilometres. The country is relatively flat, with rolling hills and a few higher points, the highest being Møllehøj, which is only 170 metres high. The country's coastline is approximately 7,300 kilometres long and is dotted with many islands, inlets, and bays. The climate in Denmark is temperate, with mild winters and cool summers. History Denmark has a rich history dating back to prehistoric times. The first written records of Denmark date back to the 8th century when Viking explorers set out to discover new lands. Denmark was a significant player in the Viking Age, with the Vikings building settlements in England, Iceland, Greenland, and even North America. 0:00 Denmark 5:13 Top 20 Destinations to Visit In Denmark 5:17 Copenhagen 5:52 Aarhus 6:19 Skagen 6:43 Ribe 7:06 Roskilde 7:29 Odense 7:52 Legoland Billund 8:16 Møn 8:39 Christiansø 8:53 Kronborg Castle 9:17 Aalborg 9:47 Egeskov Castle 10:09 Djurs 10:29 Jelling 10:48 Bornholm 11:09 Gilleleje 11:27 The Faroe Islands 11:48 Himmelbjerget 12:05 Sønderborg Castle 12:24 National Park Wadden Sea 12:47 Interesting facts about Denmark