Life in Denmark

What do Danes do for “Vinterferie”?

As tradition has it, many Danes take a week off for Vinterferie next week. Or the week after. It’s a bit confusing, especially since Christmas and New Year’s Holiday are not far away. What’s going on?

Many Danes stay home next week. Winter bathing may be an option as cool temperatures are expected. Photo: Thomas Ekman Jørgensen

The Copenhagen Post

Feb 7, 2025

Denmark has two annual holidays that differ from many other countries. One is “efterårsferie” (Autumn break) which is always in week 42 in mid-October.The other is “vinterferie” (Winter break), which is in week 7 or week 8.Both holidays were introduced many years ago to give schoolchildren a break.Hence, many Danes without school-age children will not […]

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