On the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration website you will find information on which pets you are allowed to take with you on a holiday to Denmark, including which conditions apply, such as the Pet Passport.



Dogs are the pets most people tend to take on holiday. Dogs are welcome in Denmark although rules naturally apply. Generally, the dog should always be on a leash – including on beaches during the summer and anywhere near farm animals, as well as in forests where wild animals, such as deer may be found. Some beaches do not permit dogs – look for signs.

In some forests, special sections have been created for dogs, where you can let your dog run about freely – check with the local tourist office in the area you are visiting. Some campsites permit dogs, and holiday cottage rental companies also have a number of properties where dogs are allowed. Check with your chosen campsite and your holiday cottage provider for details.

When visiting attractions in Denmark, dogs are often allowed into places such as open-air museums and other outdoor attractions. However, any ‘pet policy’ is entirely at the discretion of the individual establishment, so it is always best to check the website of any attraction you are planning to visit. For instance, Legoland in Billund currently allow dogs but Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen do not, although they do have a special ‘Bring your Dog’ day each year, usually in September. Only guide-dogs are permitted in museums, galleries etc. Dogs are generally not allowed in restaurants but if you are travelling during the summer, many restaurants will have an outdoor eating area where it is often acceptable to bring a dog, though it is always best to check with the staff for the restaurant’s policy.