7 days in Farum, Hillerod & Copenhagen Itinerary

Farum is a town in the northeast of the island of Zealand in eastern Denmark, 20 km northwest of Copenhagen. Kick off your visit on the 1st (Tue): explore the activities along Farum So, head outdoors with The Scandinavian, then look for all kinds of wild species at Jaegerborg Dyrehave, and finally explore the historical opulence of The Hermitage.

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If you are flying in from France, the closest major aiports are Copenhagen Kastrup Airport, Aarhus Airport and Billund Airport. In December, plan for daily highs up to 7°C, and evening lows to 2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Tue) early enough to travel to Hillerod.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): examine the collection at M/S Maritime Museum of Denmark, then take a leisurely stroll along Helsingor Havn, and then pause for some photo ops at Holger Danske. On your second day here, pause for some photo ops at Frederiksborg slotshave, step into the grandiose world of Frederiksborg Castle, then pause for some serene contemplation at Frederiksborg Slotskirke, and finally hunt for treasures at Hilleroed Loppemarked.

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Hillerod is just a short distance from Farum. Expect a daytime high around 7°C in December, and nighttime lows around 2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) to allow time to drive to Copenhagen.

Founded in the 10th century as a Viking fishing village, Copenhagen has morphed into the cultural, political, and economic powerhouse of the country.

Copenhagen is known for historic sites, theme parks, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: wander the streets of Stroeget, try out the rides at Tivoli Gardens, contemplate the long history of Rosenborg Castle, and get a sense of history and politics at Christiansborg Slot.

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You can drive from Hillerod to Copenhagen in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In December in Copenhagen, expect temperatures between 7°C during the day and 2°C at night.