Germany Visa RequirementsFor Denmark passport holders
Danish passport holders travel to Germany visa-free with no border formalities required between the two neighboring Schengen countries. The two countries share a land border, making travel as simple as driving south from Jutland.
Great news! Denmark passport holders can enter Germany without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No application required. A valid Danish passport or EU national ID card suffices. The combined Schengen 90/180-day rule applies. For stays beyond 90 days, a German residence registration is required.
Germany is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Denmark to Germany: What You Need to Know
Denmark and Germany share the only Danish land border, making Germany the most naturally accessible foreign country for Danish travelers. Both are EU and Schengen members, so internal border checks are not conducted under normal circumstances. The border region of Southern Jutland and Schleswig-Holstein has a shared Danish-German cultural heritage and a recognized German minority in Denmark and Danish minority in Germany. Frequent rail, road, and bus connections cross daily. Copenhagen Airport (CPH) also has direct flights to Frankfurt (FRA), Munich (MUC), Berlin (BER), and other German cities.
How to Get There
SAS, Lufthansa, and easyJet fly Copenhagen (CPH) to Frankfurt (FRA), Munich (MUC), and Berlin (BER) in under 2 hours. The Copenhagen-Hamburg train via the Vogelfluglinie ferry is a classic surface route. DSB and Deutsche Bahn coordinate cross-border rail services.
Money & Banking
Germany uses the Euro (EUR). Cards are widely accepted but Germany traditionally had a strong cash culture; many smaller shops and restaurants still prefer cash. Carry some euros. ATMs (Geldautomaten) are available everywhere. Tipping (Trinkgeld) is customary: round up or leave around 10% at restaurants.
Practical Tips
Driving into Germany from Denmark is seamless via the E45 motorway. The Fehmarn Belt Fixed Link tunnel is under construction and will eventually provide a direct rail and road connection between Rodby in Denmark and Puttgarden in Germany, cutting travel time significantly. Germany drives on the right. Plugs in Germany are Type F (two-pin round), compatible with Danish Type K plugs with a small adaptor. Tap water is safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Danish citizens cross the German border freely?
Yes. Denmark and Germany share a land border and are both Schengen members. No passport controls or formalities apply under normal Schengen rules. Driving south from Jutland into Germany is completely seamless.
What is the Fehmarn Belt tunnel?
The Fehmarn Belt Fixed Link is a rail and road tunnel under construction between Rodby in Denmark and Puttgarden in Germany. When complete it will drastically cut travel time between Copenhagen and Hamburg.
What plug type does Germany use?
Germany uses Type F plugs (two-pin round). Danish Type K plugs fit with a small adaptor. Voltage is 230V/50Hz.
What airlines fly Copenhagen to Germany?
SAS, Lufthansa, and easyJet fly Copenhagen (CPH) to Frankfurt (FRA), Munich (MUC), and Berlin (BER) in under 2 hours. DSB and Deutsche Bahn also operate cross-border rail.
Does Germany prefer cash or cards?
Germany has traditionally been a cash-heavy society. While cards are increasingly accepted, many smaller shops and restaurants still prefer cash. Carry some euros when outside major cities.
Is tipping customary in Germany?
Yes. Tipping (Trinkgeld) is customary in Germany. Round up the bill or leave around 10% at restaurants. Hand the tip directly to the server rather than leaving it on the table.