Winter break is here! If Fastelavn wasn’t enough fun for the smallest generation, most children around the country are also off school for the next few days. The vast majority of Danish schools have their break this week, although some municipalities will have it during week eight.
To celebrate the small holiday, some lucky families pack up their stuff and run towards the heat and sun. For those who can afford it, some popular destinations are the Canary Islands, Morocco, or maybe even Thailand. However, the most common plan is to embrace the cold season and have some fun in the snow. Wagrain or Bad Gastein in Austria and Val d’Isere or Val Thorens in France are some of the favorites. The majestic Scandinavian mountains are a popular choice as well, as neighboring Norway and Sweden are easier to reach and a bit cheaper. Among the youth, winter sports are a great excuse to organize a trip with friends. If you, too, are off for some days of skiing, expect to bump into several groups of high school students.
Those who prefer to save the big travels for the warmer months stay in flat but hygge Denmark. Families might cozy up in a summer house on the west coast of Jutland or visit grandparents in the countryside. The common aim is to relax and have some quality time away from the city bustle.
