Nyhavn Harbor
Timmy stands carefully along the edge of Nyhavn Harbor while Soren splashes in the water. Brightly painted houses in reds, yellows, and blues leaned together along the water, and old wooden boats rocked gently in the canal.
‘This is one of the coziest spots in Copenhagen,’ Sorren said. Timmy rang his bike bell and imagined all the sailors and storytellers who had visited this harbor over the years.”
Fun Fact: Nyhavn used to be a busy sailor’s harbor — today it’s one of Copenhagen’s most famous places to walk, eat, and look at the colorful houses.
The Little Mermaid Statue
Timmy glided through the cool harbor beside Soren the Seal to visit the famous Little Mermaid statue. She sat quietly on her rock, watching the city just like she has for many, many years. Boats floated past, seagulls called overhead, and the water sparkled around them.
‘She comes from a fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen,’ Soren explained. Timmy waved up at her, wondering what other stories Denmark might be hiding.
Fun Fact: The Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen was inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale and placed on her rock over 100 years ago!
Tivoli Gardens
“As the sky turned pink and purple, Timmy stepped into Tivoli Gardens. Music floated through the air, rides whirled and spun, and tiny lights twinkled in the trees like stars.
‘Tivoli is one of the oldest amusement parks in the world,’ Lykke whispered. Timmy and Lykke shared wide-eyed smiles as they watched families laugh, ride, and enjoy the magical evening.”
Fun Fact: Tivoli Gardens opened in 1843, making it one of the oldest amusement parks in the world — it even inspired Walt Disney!
Dyrehaven Deer Park
Just outside Copenhagen, Timmy followed Lykke into Dyrehaven, a peaceful deer park filled with tall grass and ancient trees. Everywhere he looked, red deer and fallow deer roamed quietly, their antlers glowing in the sunlight.
‘This is one of my favorite places,’ Lykke said softly.
Fun Fact: Dyrehaven is home to hundreds of wild deer that roam freely through the park!
The Faroe Islands & Grass-Roof Houses
Timmy traveled with Tilde the Stork to the Faroe Islands, a magical part of the Danish kingdom. There, he saw houses topped with thick, soft grass — like tiny gardens growing on the roofs!
‘The grass helps keep homes warm and cozy,’ Tilde explained as the wind rushed past. Timmy felt like he had stepped into a fairy tale tucked between the cliffs and the sea.
Fun Fact: Grass roofs help keep houses warm in winter and cool in summer — and they make the homes blend into the green hills!
Skagen – Where Two Seas Meet
Tilde brought Timmy all the way to Skagen, the very top of Denmark, where two seas meet but never fully mix. Timmy watched in wonder as the waves from each sea rolled toward each other, touching but flowing in different directions like a natural dance.
‘This place is special,’ Tilde said, her feathers fluttering in the salt air. ‘The world feels bigger up here.’
Timmy dipped his paws into the chilly water, amazed that he was standing between two seas at once. With Tilde by his side, the windy shoreline felt peaceful, bright, and full of adventure.
Fun Fact: At Skagen’s tip, the Skagerrak Sea and the Kattegat Sea meet — you can see the waves moving in opposite directions!
The Round Tower (Rundetaarn)
Rune brought Timmy to the Round Tower in the center of Copenhagen — a tall, elegant tower with a smooth spiral path instead of stairs.
‘This tower was built for astronomers,’ Rune explained as they climbed together. ‘The spiral made it easy to carry heavy star-watching tools all the way to the top.’
Timmy felt the floor curve beneath his feet as they wound higher and higher. When they reached the viewing platform, the whole city stretched out beneath them — rooftops, spires, gardens, and shimmering canals glowing in the fresh Danish air.
Fun Fact: The Round Tower’s famous spiral ramp is so gentle that a horse and carriage once rode all the way to the top!
Odense – Home of Hans Christian Andersen
Rune guided Timmy through the storybook city of Odense — the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen. As they wandered past bright houses and cozy streets, Rune told Timmy about the famous storyteller who created fairy tales like The Little Mermaid and The Ugly Duckling.
‘Stories help us see magic in ordinary places,’ Rune said in his calm, deep voice. Timmy looked around and felt as if the whole city was whispering fairy tales through its windows, rooftops, and winding lanes.
Fun Fact: Odense is one of Denmark’s oldest cities and is home to the Hans Christian Andersen Museum, celebrating the life of the world-famous storyteller.
Frederiksborg Castle
Bjørn brought Timmy to Frederiksborg Castle, one of Denmark’s most beautiful royal palaces. Together they wandered through blooming gardens, crossed stone bridges, and admired the castle’s shimmering reflections in the lake.
‘Kings once lived here,’ Bjørn told him softly. ‘Every hallway and garden has a story.’ Timmy listened as they explored grand courtyards and colorful flower paths. With Bjørn’s calm, steady steps beside him, the whole palace felt warm and welcoming.
Fun Fact: Frederiksborg Castle was built in the early 1600s and is surrounded by one of Denmark’s most famous baroque gardens, full of fountains, hedges, and royal views.
The Viking Museum
Vivi brought Timmy to the Viking Museum, one of her favorite places in all of Denmark. Together, they explored tall wooden longships, ancient swords, and runestones carved with mysterious symbols.
‘The Vikings were brave explorers,’ Vivi explained. ‘They sailed across oceans, told great stories, and believed in powerful gods.’ Timmy touched a polished shield and imagined himself sailing across the sea with Vivi guiding the crew.
Fun Fact: Real Viking longships were so well-built they could sail across oceans AND glide up shallow rivers, making Vikings some of history’s greatest explorers.
The Viking Museum