Denmark: flag, capital, currency and history
Denmark, officially the Kingdom of Denmark, is a country in Northern Europe, Europe. Its capital is Copenhagen. The currency is the Danish krone. Languages spoken include Danish.
Quick facts about Denmark
- Official name
- Kingdom of Denmark
- Capital
- Copenhagen
- Region
- Europe, Northern Europe
- Currency
- Danish krone (DKK, kr)
- Languages
- Danish
- Calling code
- +45
- Internet domain
- .dk
- Area
- 43,094 km² (16,639 sq mi)
- Land borders
- Germany
- Demonym
- Danish
- National day
- Constitution Day, June 5
Flag of Denmark
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History of Denmark
Danish kingship consolidated in the 10th century, during the Viking Age, with Harald Bluetooth associated with the country's unification and Christianisation. Denmark later led the Kalmar Union with Norway and Sweden, formed in 1397. It adopted the Lutheran Reformation in 1536 and lost Norway to Sweden in 1814. Absolute monarchy ended with the constitution of 1849. Germany occupied the country from 1940 to 1945, and Denmark joined the European Economic Community in 1973. It is a constitutional monarchy, and its realm also includes Greenland and the Faroe Islands.
Key dates
- 10th centuryDanish kingdom is consolidated under Gorm and Harald Bluetooth.
- 1397The Kalmar Union joins Denmark, Norway and Sweden under one monarch.
- 1536The Lutheran Reformation is established in Denmark.
- 1814Denmark cedes Norway to Sweden under the Treaty of Kiel.
- 1849A constitution ends absolute monarchy.
- 1940Germany occupies Denmark, lasting until 1945.
- 1973Denmark joins the European Economic Community.
A short overview, not a full history. Dates are given for well-documented events only.
Currency of Denmark
Denmark uses the Danish krone (DKK, kr). Use our free currency converter to check exchange rates.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Denmark?
The capital of Denmark is Copenhagen.
What currency does Denmark use?
Denmark uses the Danish krone (DKK, symbol kr).
What languages are spoken in Denmark?
Languages used in Denmark include Danish.
What is the calling code of Denmark?
The international calling code of Denmark is +45. Its internet domain is .dk.
Which countries border Denmark?
Denmark shares land borders with Germany.
On which continent is Denmark?
Denmark is in Europe, in the region of Northern Europe.
What is the national day of Denmark?
Denmark marks Constitution Day on June 5.
Neighbours of Denmark
More countries in Northern Europe
Country data from the open mledoze/countries dataset (ODbL), with corrections. Flags from flag-icons (MIT).