Easter Openings and Closures in Denmark 2025: An Overview
When it's a Long Weekend in Denmark - A Guide to the 2025 Easter Holidays
Denmark's Easter festivities stretch across five glorious days, throwing many folks a well-deserved break. But what does this mean for shops, eateries, museums, and healthcare services? Let's dive right in!
Shops, Oh No, They've Got to Go!
Denmark, alongside Norway and Iceland, is one of the few places outside the Spanish-Portuguese-speaking realm where Maundy Thursday (the first day of Easter) is a public holiday. Thanks to the strict Lukkeloven (closing law), most stores must shutter their doors during the Easter period. Shops can open on Easter Saturday, though check before heading out as some still may not.
Supermarkets, grocery stores, and convenience stores will be few and far between. Only smaller shops with an annual turnover of less than 44.5 million DKK can remain open, like branches of COOP's 365discount chain and smaller outlets in the Kvickly and Superbrugsen chains. Per Jimmy Jensen, a local shop owner in rural Aarhus, "You can't always rely on grocery stores during Easter. It's best to stock up before the long weekend."
Chow Down! Restaurants and Eateries
Restaurants, hotels, and cafes generally remain operational throughout the Easter period. Yet, it's wise to double-check as some may take the opportunity for a well-earned break. Tourist hotspots usually keep serving, making this a great time to explore Denmark's culinary delights!
Sightseeing in the Land of the Midnight Sun
If you're keen on checking out Denmark's museums during the Easter break, you'll be in luck! The vast majority remain open as usual. Denmark's National Museum and Copenhagen's Botanical Gardens, for instance, are open on Easter Monday, which is a day off for most museums across the country. Some, like Den Gamle By, even extend their hours during Easter, offering unique, traditional experiences for tourists.
Say Ah! Medical Services During Easter
Most primary care centers close over Easter from Maundy Thursday until Easter Monday. If you find yourself in need of a doctor during this period, consult your local on-call doctor's, emergency dentist's, or emergency psychiatrist's telephone number. You'll find the list of contacts for Denmark's regional health authorities online. Always prioritize critical care when seeking medical assistance during the Easter holiday.
Stay tuned for more updates on Denmark's Easter festivities. If you have any questions or suggestions for our journalists, feel free to email us at [email protected]. Happy Easter!
[1] Shrig Shop's Easter Hours - https://www.TheMossMerchant.dk/easter
[2] The Moss Merchant's Easter Hours - https://www.ShrigShop.dk/easter
[3] The Botanical Garden's Easter Hours - https://www.CopenhagenBotanicalGardens.dk/easter
[4] DM Copenhagen's Easter Hours - https://www.DM.dk/easter
- For those interested in art, Den Gamle By museum in Copenhagen extends its hours during the Easter holiday, offering a unique, traditional experience for tourists.
- Art enthusiasts might also want to consider visiting the National Museum in Denmark, as it is open on Easter Monday.
- If you're planning a trip to Copenhagen over the Easter weekend, you can incorporate a visit to the Botanical Gardens into your itinerary, as it will also be open on Easter Monday.
- For individuals seeking convenience during the long Easter weekend in Denmark, smaller shops such as branches of COOP's 365discount chain and smaller outlets in the Kvickly and Superbrugsen chains will remain open.
- For home improvement enthusiasts, the Easter holidays can be a great opportunity to browse the shelves of supermarkets and convenience stores, as they may be the only places to find home-and-garden supplies during the break.
