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Culture
Denmark's Alleged Empathy Classes: How a Classroom Tradition Became a Global Myth
An internationally circulated story claims that Denmark has mandated empathy instruction since 1993. But the truth looks quite different.
Culture
Denmark's Royal Elephant
Why an elephant became the symbol of Denmark's highest and oldest royal order of knighthood remains unclear to this day. A journey through medieval animal tales, religious interpretations, and royal traditions.
Expat Tips
Homeschooling: Why Denmark Is Becoming an Alternative for Some German Families
Denmark allows parents to teach their children themselves—an option that doesn't exist in Germany. More and more German families are taking advantage of this possibility and moving to Denmark because of it. But what are the requirements, opportunities, and challenges of Danish homeschooling?
Daily Life
A Green Band Full of Sunflowers and a Request for Understanding
The green band with yellow sunflower is ubiquitous in Denmark. It belongs to the international Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative and signals that someone might need more time, understanding, or support.
Culture
Two Tombs. A Déjà-vu.
A tour guide in North Jutland discovers surprising similarities between two Renaissance epitaphs from the 16th century—one in her new home Denmark, one in her old home in the Palatinate. An art historical detective story tracing possible connections.
Daily Life
Danish Pastry - How a Piece of Vienna Became a Piece of Denmark
Danish pastry seems so Danish that you might think it was invented together with the Vikings. But the story of this iconic pastry is a fascinating journey from Austria to Denmark and shows how culture really works.
Culture
Hygge - So Much More Than Candlelight
What does hygge really mean? An expat explains the Danish concept beyond candles and wool blankets.
Emigrating
Which flag, exactly?
Ein Kommentar über die Gründe, warum Deutsche nach Dänemark auswandern wollen und was sie über das Land wissen sollten, bevor sie gehen.
Daily Life
I Step on the Gas - I Want Fun
Why do Germans drive relaxed and leisurely in Denmark, but immediately hit the accelerator again as soon as they cross the German border? Reflections on driving culture, habits, and the question of whether we could actually take Danish calm with us.
Daily Life
Our Personal Holiday
An annual trip to visit a dear friend in Grenå has become a little holiday on our calendar. An emotional journey from northern Denmark to the south and the deep connection to a very special person.
Emigrating
We can get there quickly
You can plan emigrating—money, apartment, work, health insurance. But there's one aspect that people rarely talk about: What happens when something occurs in your old home that can't be solved with a phone call?
Emigrating
On the Other Side of the Border
A critical look at stereotypes about Denmark and Scandinavia: Why the reality of expatriate life often looks completely different from the holiday dream.