New to Denmark
The website of the Ministry of Refugee, Immigration and Integration Affairs gives you access to information on several topics that will help you learn more about culture, norms and values in Denmark.
Citizen in Denmark
The Ministry has published “Citizen in Denmark”, a booklet of information that can be of great help to people about to start a new life in Denmark. The book is translated into 17 languages and it is also possible to hear the chapters read out loud on the Ministry website. The chapters which cover culture, norms and values of the Danes are as follows:
Culture and leisure time
Danes are generally very active in their leisure time, and by taking part in such activities you can get in contact with them. There exist a great variety of activities, from sports to cooking. In this chapter of the guide you can read more about the favourite pastimes of Danes, including information on libraries, associations and social togetherness. Read the chapter online here.
Family
This chapter outlines, among other things, some of the values that are important to Danes and details which rights are provided with regard to the family.
Public holidays and religious festivals
Read about customs and red letter days and their significance to the Danes.