Pros and Cons of Living in Copenhagen

"Expats in Copenhagen appreciate the city's vibrant culture, which is characterized by its strong sense of community and its commitment to sustainability. They also enjoy the city's excellent public transportation system, which makes it easy to get around. Additionally, expats appreciate the city's commitment to the arts, with its many galleries, museums, and theaters. Finally, expats enjoy the city's relaxed atmosphere, which makes it easy to make friends and enjoy the city's many outdoor activities," explained one expat.

"I appreciate for one the Danish fitness aspect, the culture here is very much that which encourages a healthy lifestyle, as many residents of the city walk and bike frequently, as well as engage in other forms of exercise. Diet and nutrition are also important and many focus on incorporating healthy food groups into the diet. Danish culture is also very straightforward, which is good and cuts to the point. And of course: language, for an English native/fluent speaker, this is a safe haven, as Denmark is very good for an English speaker as almost all of the population speaks grade A English," said one person in Copenhagen.

"Expats in Copenhagen often find the language barrier to be one of the most challenging aspects of the local culture. Danish is the official language of Denmark, and while many Danes are able to speak English, it can be difficult for expats to fully integrate into the culture without a good understanding of the language. Additionally, the cost of living in Copenhagen is quite high, making it difficult for expats to adjust to the local economy. Finally, the Danish culture is known for its reserved and formal nature, which can be difficult for expats to adjust to, especially those coming from more outgoing cultures," said a person living in Copenhagen.

"Rules that have been put in place to limit and frustrate foreigners irrespective of what kind --- i.e. even if you are hosted by Denmark at their invitation they treat you as if you should be grateful and tax you mercilessly so you leave quickly. Worse, the beaurocrats don't take questions or queries -- however polite you are," explained one expat living in Copenhagen.