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The best time to visit Copenhagen is during the spring or summer. Summer (June – August) brings the warmest weather and a few widespread events. The season sees an ultimate high in temperatures, but it is not uncommon for the evenings to become a bit chilly because of the breeze that sweeps across from the Baltic Sea. Those looking for lower rates and fewer crowds can still enjoy the mild weather in the spring (March – May). Between spring and summer the streets come alive as cafes overflow into the sidewalks and streets. Festivals fill the air with music and spirited locals get out and socialize. Starting in October, the city goes into hibernation for the winter to escape the piercing cold. The only exclusion being December, when hotels fill for holiday celebrations. During this season, you can be a part of festivals such as: Copenhagen Beer Days, Copenhagen Carnival, Copenhagen Marathon, Golden Days, Copenhagen Film Festival, Copenhagen Blues Festival and ART Copenhagen.

South African passport holders do require a Schengen Visa for Copenhagen and Denmark. You will also need to make sure your passport is valid for at least 3 months after your departure date from Denmark, and that you have 2 blank pages available for entry stamps. Below is a list of requirements:

• Your current passport with at least 6 months validity from the date of your return and at least 2 blank pages.

• The application confirmation page from your online visa application.

• A copy of the barcoded confirmation document showing proof of payment and appointment.

• Your old passport (if possible) to show your travel history and previous visas.

• A recent photo (50mm x 50mm).

There are vaccination requirements if you are travelling from a country outside of the US.

• Vaccination against Hepatitis A & B, and rabies.

• The general safety is a personal requisite and vigilance should be applied at all times.

• Familiarise yourself with the local bicycle etiquette.

• Make copies of bank and credit cards, and other important documentation in case they are lost or stolen.

• Avoid public or local demonstrations.

• Remain alert when walking around at night, and abide by the local laws of Denmark.

The beautifully cobbled streets of Copenhagen have unique charm and distinct flavour. If you find yourself in the area of Christianshavn and Holmen browsing by foot is much better, that way you get to see a lot. Make your way to the opera house, museum or relax in the docks.

Frederiksberg is a stylish part of Copenhagen, with excellent shopping opportunities and green spaces. It is grander than Nørrebro and Vesterbro, and the people living here are usually older and more established. Main street through Frederiksberg is Gammel Kongevej a.k.a. King’s Road. Hotels in this area have higher accommodation rates. Shopping and eating out is great here, with many clothing shops, sushi restaurants, cafes and delis.

Vibrant, casual and young at heart, Nørrebro has developed into Copenhagen’s hottest quarters, with a multicultural fusion and an invasion of young locals. The young people in this area are friendly, outgoing, down to earth and always seeking new adventures. Hotels in this area offer a moderate accommodation rate.

Copenhagen has a very modernized and efficient transportation system, taking into consideration the new bicycling operation.

• Bicycling has swept across the whole of Denmark and the people of this city are keen on improving their lifestyle and health. Familiarise yourself with their bicycle etiquette, as they have developed specific streets for this.

• Buses are in services all day, every day, and the service runs every 3 – 7 minutes.

• The metro is in service all day and night, every day of the week. There are 2 – 4 minutes between each train during the rush hour. Friday and Saturday night trains arrive between 7 – 15 minute intervals.

• Trains run between 05:00 in the morning and 00:30 at night.