High likelihood of shooting stars at the new Dark Sky Park Mandø this summer

Denmark’s unspoiled night skies have received another accolade with the naming of a new international Dark Sky Park on the Wadden Sea island of Mandø. Conditions on the tiny island are ideal for spotting shooting stars this summer.

Mandø island in the UNESCO Wadden Sea National Park has been recognised for its superior darkness. Photo: Dark Sky

The small island of Mandø is located off the Danish west coast, in the UNESCO World Heritage recognised waters of the Wadden Sea. Because of its remote location, and because the island’s 15 streetlights are adjusted to prevent light pollution, the island enjoys pitch darkness during the night. On a clear night, some 3,500 stars are […]


Gain unlimited access to all of The Copenhagen Post

Our independent reporting can only be published with support from our readers.

Monthly subscription

119

DKK/month.

(Billed once a month)

Give us a try

6 month subscription

99

DKK/month.

(Billed twice a year)

Save 120 DKK

Yearly subscription

79

DKK/month.

(Billed once a year)

Save 480 DKK

Save with a company subscription?




Connect Club is your gateway to a vibrant programme of events and an international community in Denmark.


  • Long-term unemployment is double for non-Western immigrants

    Long-term unemployment is double for non-Western immigrants

    An analysis from the Labour Movement’s Business Council shows that the rate in long-term unemployment for non-Western immigrants is 1.8 times higher than for Danes. In other words, a chronic unemployment situation is way more probable for non-Western internationals.

  • Minister proposes major changes to rules for international students in Denmark

    Minister proposes major changes to rules for international students in Denmark

    The increasing number of Nepalese students coming to Denmark and working in various industries, along with their spouses, is raising concerns within government ranks. Immigration and Integration Minister Kaare Dybvad Bek has announced his intention to introduce stricter rules for everyone.

  • Denmark to invest heavily in vocational education

    Denmark to invest heavily in vocational education

    The Danish government will allocate one billion DKK annually from 2030 to improve vocational education. The initiative aims to lower dropout rates, enhance training quality, and address labor shortages by increasing financial support for schools, teacher training, and international study opportunities.