Last Week in Denmark

Sunday - a new edition of the Last Week in Denmark newsletter! 🇩🇰📧 📚This week we give you an update on the highly debated high school reform that the government is planning. It concerns students’ options after finishing ‘folkeskole’. 🏦Thanks to a new system, it will also be easier to switch banks. It can definitely pay off to shop around since fees can be different from bank to bank. 🦞If one of your hobbys includes lobster fishing, you will be faced with new rules - including a daily maximum and time restrictions. 🍂Autumn is fully here and we give you some tips and activities to embrace this colorful and hyggelig but also chilly season. 🚲So-called “fatbikes” (e-bikes that go above 25 km/h when pedalling and above 6 km/h when you’re not) are illegal in Denmark. To keep up to date with Danish life and news in English (or 6 other languages), head to the link in the comments to subscribe to the newsletter. The newest member of the LWID family is the German edition of the newsletter - Das Dänische Wochenblatt.

As summer winds down, we want to help you make the most of it. To celebrate, we've partnered with IKONO Copenhagen to offer you a 20% discount on tickets to their colourful art museum full of fun activities for you and your friends. It does not matter when you book your entry but don't wait — this special discount is only available until August 31st! P.S - Apply “LASTWEEK20” at checkout. Song title: Cosmic disco Fever Artist: Adam Griffith License: Meta Sound Collection

Who's up for another round of glorious weather? This streak of fabulous weather isn't going anywhere anytime soon. We're looking at sun-soaked days stretching all the way to Friday. Sure, there might be a hint of change on the horizon with some clouds and a sprinkle of rain, but until then, let's enjoythe sunny days! ☀️🍃 What are your plans for the week?

Today, our hearts ache as we witness the devastating fire engulfing Børsen, one of Denmark's most cherished landmarks. The sight of its iconic spire collapsing leaves us speechless, reminding us of the fragility of our architectural treasures. In response to this tragic event, we've delved into the rich history of Børsen to commemorate its significance. Originally conceived as a testament to Copenhagen's burgeoning trade prowess, Børsen stands as a testament to the vision of Christian IV and the craftsmanship of its builders. Constructed in the early 17th century, Børsen's architectural marvels include its intricate spire adorned with twisted dragon tails, symbolizing the city's resilience and ambition. Despite facing initial challenges in attracting merchants to its trading stalls, Børsen eventually flourished, becoming a bustling hub of commerce and culture. As we mourn the loss of Børsen's physical structure, we are reminded of the enduring legacy it leaves behind—a testament to Copenhagen's storied past and its enduring spirit of resilience.

👶 𝕀𝕟𝕥𝕖𝕣𝕟𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟𝕒𝕝 ℂ𝕙𝕚𝕝𝕕𝕣𝕖𝕟'𝕤 𝔻𝕒𝕪 is an annual anniversary celebrated in honor of children, and the date varies from country to country. 🧒 International Children's Day was first established in 1925 at the World Congress on Child Welfare in Geneva. Since 1950, it has been celebrated on June 1 in most communist and post-communist countries. 👱‍♀️ International Children's Day was created to improve the welfare of children by changing the way society views and treats children. 👨‍🦰 𝑪𝒉𝒊𝒍𝒅𝒓𝒆𝒏'𝒔 𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒔 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒔 𝒐𝒓 𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒔. These are basic human rights. Children are human and deserve to be treated and celebrated as such. Happy International Children's Day! 🥳 Last Week in Denmark team

𝗗𝗷𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 🎠🛝🎡𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 starting with April 29, 2023, and you're in for a treat! 🥳 Get ready to experience their breathtaking 🅓🅘🅝🅞🅢🅐🅤🅡🅛🅐🅝🅓 🦕🦖 and try out three brand new rides. One of the most exciting new rides is 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗢𝘀𝗮𝘂𝗿𝘂𝘀, where you'll hop onto the back of an enormous dinosaur skeleton and ride up to 70 km/h while flipping and spinning 15 meters high. 😱 You won't want to miss the chance to ride in the coolest motorbikes 🏍 with sidecars 🚘 with 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗯𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗿𝗯𝘆, and take a thrilling spin in the 𝗙𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗹 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿. 🌊 Not only that, there are nine captivating themed countries, a magnificent water park, and more than 60 enjoyable rides for kids of all ages. Make it a remarkable and unforgettable day and treat the 🅒🅗🅘🅛🅓🅡🅔🅝 to a visit at Djurs Sommerland! #lastweekindenmark #amusementpark #Denmark #rollercoasters #dinosaurland #denmarktravel

More than 200,000 people in Denmark have shared on social media the case of the 13-year-old who was abducted and then found. The case has been heavily discussed in the previous week in most homes in Denmark, and it could have led to feelings of insecurity and worry among both children and adults. Read the latest episode of Last Week in Denmark to find out wich piece of advice the psychologist Pernille Spitz has on how to approach the conversation. You can find the link in the comments section 👇 #danishNews #internationalsinDenmark #internationalsParents #livinginDenmark

Cherry blossom, also known as Sakura in Japanese, typically blooms from the end of March to mid-April. 🌸 To increase your chances of seeing the blooming cherry blossoms in 🅒🅞🅟🅔🅝🅗🅐🅖🅔🅝, it is recommended to plan a trip starting with the first week of April. The most well-known location to view cherry blossoms is Bispebjerg Cemetery, specifically the cherry blossom alley named Kirsebærtræer Bispebjerg, which is free to visit. This pathway is situated on the outskirts of the cemetery and is highly popular for viewing the sakura. To avoid large crowds, it is advisable to visit during early mornings or mid-week if possible. Other spots to witness cherry blossom in Copenhagen include: 🌸Langelinie Park 🌸University of Copenhagen 🌸Botanical Garden 🌸Amaliehaven Which one of these places did you visit before? Which one do you plan to visit? #Copenhagen #cherryblossomseason #visitdenmark #internationalindenmark #livingindenmark #scandinavianliving #expatcommunity #denmarktravel #denmark

𝟭𝟵𝟬𝟮 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀. Since the law against “reckless driving” has been passed, the police have been busy collecting an impressive number of cars. Remember that you can lose your car on the spot in Denmark if you do the following: 🚘 Drive at a speed of over 200 km/h. 🚘 Drive at a speed of over 100 km/h and more than twice the permitted speed limit. 🚘 Drunk driving with a level of alcohol in blood of over 2.00. 🚘 Negligent manslaughter or harming someone. 🚘 Intentionally causing imminent danger to someone's life or property. #drivingindenmark #expatlife #livingindenmark

Happy Valentine's Day 2023! For those who celebrate 😉 #lastwekindenmark #valentinesday2023 #love #denmark