Denmark

Landscape

Denmark’s main territory is low-lying, consisting of the Jutland peninsula and many islands. Glaciers shaped much of its gently rolling terrain, leaving hills, basins and coastal inlets. No high mountain ranges interrupt the landscape.

The North Sea side includes exposed dunes and sandy coasts. Eastern and island areas often have more sheltered waters and cultivated hills, such as those around Mols Bjerge. The Faroe Islands and Greenland have separate pages because their geography is very different.

Climate & seasons

The surrounding seas moderate temperatures. Winters are relatively mild and windy, summers are generally cool to mild, and cloudy or wet weather occurs throughout the year.

Coast & land use

A maritime climate brings wind and changeable weather. Farming has transformed much of the land, while dunes, wetlands and remaining woodland preserve other habitats. Low coastal areas are sensitive to storm surges and sea-level conditions.