Denmark

Lonely PlanetSinoMaps Press (China Cartographic Publishing House) · ChinaMay 2022

3.9

Word count: 109K words
Chapters: 41

Summary

The Kingdom of Denmark, commonly known as Denmark, is one of the five Nordic countries. To its north, across the North Sea and the Baltic Sea, lie Sweden and Norway, with which it is collectively known as Scandinavia. Beyond its reputation as a "fairy-tale kingdom," ancient Denmark also boasts splendid castles, idyllic pastoral scenery, and the magnificent glaciers of Greenland. Follow in Andersen's footsteps and rediscover the cherished memories of childhood.

Editor's review

The Lonely Planet series of travel guides has long been known for its information density and on-the-ground research, and this volume on Denmark continues that practical tradition, gathering Copenhagen's urban rhythm, the pastoral landscapes of Jutland, the castle clusters of Funen, and Greenland's glacial terrain into a single book. The Chinese edition, published by SinoMaps Press, has localized entries on place names, transport, and accommodation, making it convenient to use alongside the maps. The book's greatest value lies in breaking down the somewhat thin label of "fairy-tale kingdom" into actionable itineraries: Andersen's footsteps, design museums, coastal hikes, and island cycling all come with corresponding routes and time arrangements. It serves well as a planning tool before a trip and a reference on the road, and it also gives readers who are not traveling yet a three-dimensional understanding of Nordic social welfare, design culture, and physical geography. The writing is restrained, never sentimental, and prioritizes information—exactly what a travel guide should be.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Independent travelers planning a trip to Denmark who need itinerary and transport information
Readers interested in Nordic design, castle architecture, and fairy-tale culture
Those who want to visit Greenland but first need to understand Denmark's geographical framework
Slow travelers who prefer carrying a paper guide and navigating by map

Not a good fit for

Readers looking only for travel essays with a literary narrative
Scholars needing in-depth academic research on Danish history or political institutions
Travelers accustomed to planning entirely via short videos and social media

Reading tips

Before departure, read through the country overview and regional chapters, mark must-see spots, then assemble routes by number of days.
Fold corners or add tabs to map pages; checking place names and transport nodes against them on the road is more efficient.
Take separate notes when reading the Greenland section, as visas, seasons, and conditions differ considerably from mainland Denmark.
Check the publication year before traveling; verify accommodation prices and opening information through official channels.

About the publisher

SinoMaps Press (China Cartographic Publishing House) China · Founded in 1954

SinoMaps Press (China Cartographic Publishing House) focuses on maps, map culture and travel books, and also publishes textbooks and supplementary materials for geography and history. Judging from the 81 titles in the library, travel is a common category. Representative titles include Kyoto, Florence and Surroundings, Selected National Parks of the Western United States, Trekking in Nepal, Jerusalem, San Francisco and the Bay Area, Understanding Italy, and Venice and Surroundings. Many of these are associated with Lonely Planet authors, reflecting a publishing profile that serves overseas destinations and combines practical guides with map-based reading. Public information is limited, so the above emphasizes the directions shown by the library's titles.

版权信息
丹麦
哥本哈根
西兰岛
北西兰岛
罗斯基勒
克厄
沃尔丁堡
默恩岛
博恩霍尔姆岛
伦讷
杜厄角
古兹耶姆和麦尔斯坦德
桑维
菲英岛
欧登塞
伊埃斯科城堡
福堡
斯文堡
南菲英群岛
措辛厄岛
朗厄兰岛
艾尔岛
日德兰半岛
奥胡斯
耶灵
湖区
奥尔堡
腓特烈港
斯卡恩
希茨海尔斯
埃斯比约
凡岛
里伯
了解丹麦
历史
丹麦人
艺术
环境
饮食
生存指南

FAQ

Is this book suitable for complete beginners to Northern Europe?

Yes. It starts with country overview, climate, transport, and language customs before moving into regions, so beginners can build overall understanding by following the chapters in order and then read closely the sections relevant to their itinerary, rather than reading cover to cover.

Is the Greenland content sufficient?

As part of the Kingdom of Denmark, Greenland has its own chapter covering basic information on major towns, glaciers, and polar activities, suitable for an initial overview. However, Greenland has many transport and seasonal constraints, so check local official information before departure for specific itineraries.

Is the 2022 edition still usable now?

The transport framework, urban layout, major attractions, and cultural background are relatively stable and still useful for reference; however, ticket prices, opening hours, and accommodation prices change quickly, so verify through official channels before traveling and treat the book as a planning framework rather than a real-time database.

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Lonely Planet is a travel content organization centered on writing and publishing travel guides, founded in 1972 by Tony and Maureen Wheeler in Melbourne, Australia. Its first guide, Across Asia on the Cheap, grew out of the couple's overland journey from London through Eurasia to Australia, an origin that established the brand's emphasis on on-the-ground travel and first-hand observation. Since then, Lonely Planet has continued to release travel guides for a wide range of destinations, covering more than 180 countries and regions and distinguished by independent field research. The collection here includes 81 of its works, spanning city guides, regional travel and trekking routes; representative titles include Kyoto, Best of the US Western National Parks, Trekking in Nepal, Florence and Surroundings, San Francisco and the Bay Area, Kansai, Jerusalem and Understanding Israel and Palestine, with travel as the common category. These guides are known for practical information, clear structure and close attention to travelers' actual needs, and they have had a broad influence among travelers worldwide.