Denmark Getting Around
Getting Around by Air
Getting Around by Water
Getting Around by Rail
The Englænderen boat-train runs between Esbjerg and Copenhagen and connects with ferries from the UK. DSB passenger fares are based on a zonal system. The cost depends on the distance travelled; the cost per kilometre is reduced the longer the journey.
Getting Around by Road
Cycling: There are cycle lanes along many roads and, in the countryside, many miles of scenic cycle track. Bikes can easily be taken on ferries, trains, buses and domestic air services.
Car hire: Available to drivers over the age of 20, and can be reserved through travel agents or airlines. However, many firms will only hire vehicles out to drivers over 25 years of age. All major international firms are represented.
Regulations: The minimum driving age is 18. Speed limits are 110kph (68mph) on motorways, 80kph (50mph) on other roads and 50kph (31mph) in built-up areas (signified by white plates with town silhouettes). Speed laws are strictly enforced, and heavy fines are levied on the spot; the car is impounded if payment is not made. The wearing of seat belts is compulsory. Motorcyclists must wear helmets and drive with dipped headlights at all times. Children under 12 years old need to travel in the rear of the car.
Emergency breakdown service: Falck (tel: 7010 2030; website: www.falck.dk).
Documentation: A national driving licence is acceptable. EU nationals taking their own cars to Denmark are strongly advised to obtain a Green Card. Without it, insurance cover is limited to the minimum legal cover in Denmark; the Green Card tops this up to the level of cover provided by the car owner's domestic policy.
Getting Around Towns and Cities
Journey Times
| Air | Road | Rail | |
| Ålborg | 0.45 | 6.00 | 4.30 |
| Århus | 0.30 | 4.30 | 3.08 |
| Esberg | 1.00 | 5.00 | 3.12 |
| Sønderborg | 0.30 | 5.30 | 3.45 |
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