The flag of Denmark has a red field with a large white cross that extend to the edges of the field. The vertical part of this cross is offset towards the hoist side.

Denmark

Kingdom of Denmark

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Denmark (officially Kingdom of Denmark) is an independent country located in Northern Europe, Europe. With a population of 6,011,488 people, it ranks #116 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 43,094 km² (#135 globally), with a population density of 139 people per km². The capital city is Copenhagen. The official language is Danish.

Key Facts

Population

6,011,488

#116 world ranking

Area

43,094 km²

#135 world ranking

Population Density

139/km²

Capital

Copenhagen

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

5

UTC-04:00

Continent

Europe

Bordering Countries

1

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

Bordering Countries (1)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Denmark?
The capital of Denmark is Copenhagen.
What is the population of Denmark?
Denmark has a population of 6,011,488 people, ranking #116 in the world by population.
How big is Denmark?
Denmark covers an area of 43,094 km², ranking #135 in the world by area. The population density is 139 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Denmark?
The official languages of Denmark are: Danish.
What is the currency of Denmark?
The currency of Denmark is Danish krone (kr).
What countries border Denmark?
Denmark shares borders with 1 countries: Germany.

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