Top 5 things to do in Copenhagen in winter

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The season of hyggeChristmas markets, woolen sweaters, candlelight and good times with the ones you love. Winter in Copenhagen is when we snuggle up to make to most of this dark season, and this guide is here to help you understand just what it is that makes a Copenhagen winter special. 

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Try the city's ice rinks

Every winter, some of the city’s squares dress up for the season and transform into wonderful ice rinks which allows you to have fun on the ice throughout the winter season. By the entrance to the beautiful Frederiksberg Gardens and by Broens Street Food are two of the most notable locations.

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Girls ice swimming in Copenhagen harbour
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Ice swimming in Copenhagen

Here you'll find some of the best places to go ice swimming in Copenhagen. If you are brave enough to take the dip then you can't go wrong with these places. 

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Try an alternative spa experience

At CopenHot you get a wellness experience like you've never tried before. Relax in an outdoor hot tub with 40-degree hot water that guarantees you'll get warm even on a cold winter day.

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Get a taste of gløgg and learn why Danes are so obsessed with it

Glögg is a sacred part of Danish Christmas traditions. It is the perfect drink to consume after a cold day of Christmas shopping or while you stroll through one of Copenhagens many Christmas Markets.

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Best smørrebrød and other traditional Danish food

A truly Danish food experience, you can get at lunch time in Copenhagen with the renowned smørrebrød (open faced sandwich). But at dinner you should treat yourself to some other Danish classic dishes too. They might claim less internatinal fame, but are loved by locals - for good reason.