Aurora in Denmark: Where the Lights Are Cool, but the Weather’s Colder

#auroralight Who knew Denmark was hiding such a magical secret? While the country is more famous for Danish pastries and Viking history, it also offers a front-row seat to one of nature’s most spectacular shows—the Northern Lights. Sure, you’ve probably heard that Norway and Sweden are the go-to places for this dazzling display, but Denmark? Yep, it’s in the game too, especially in the far north, where the Aurora Borealis occasionally graces the night sky. From late autumn to early spring, the dark skies over northern Denmark, particularly around Skagen and the surrounding coastlines, come alive with swirling colors of green, pink, and purple. The lights may not be as flashy as those in the Arctic Circle, but they’re still a sight that’ll make you forget you’re standing outside in temperatures that feel like they could freeze your Danish (get it?) off. While waiting for the Aurora to make its appearance, you can enjoy cozy cafés and local specialties like smørrebrød or warm up with a hot drink. And if the lights don’t show up right away, you’ll at least get a chance to experience Denmark’s brisk weather, which is pretty good at waking you up. Aurora in Denmark: it’s cold, it’s cool, and it’s worth the wait.