A New Life
in Denmark
Christine writes about everyday life in Skagen – emigrating, settling in, Danish recipes, and the small things that make life by the sea so special.
Christine writes about everyday life in Skagen – emigrating, settling in, Danish recipes, and the small things that make life by the sea so special.
Culture
An internationally circulated story claims that Denmark has mandated empathy instruction since 1993. But the truth looks quite different.
Culture
Why an elephant became the symbol of Denmark's highest and oldest royal order of knighthood remains unclear to this day. A journey through medieval animal tales, religious interpretations, and royal traditions.
Expat Tips
Denmark allows parents to teach their children themselves—an option that doesn't exist in Germany. More and more German families are taking advantage of this possibility and moving to Denmark because of it. But what are the requirements, opportunities, and challenges of Danish homeschooling?
Daily Life
The green band with yellow sunflower is ubiquitous in Denmark. It belongs to the international Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative and signals that someone might need more time, understanding, or support.
Culture
A tour guide in North Jutland discovers surprising similarities between two Renaissance epitaphs from the 16th century—one in her new home Denmark, one in her old home in the Palatinate. An art historical detective story tracing possible connections.
Recipes
A juicy apple cake with cinnamon and lightly caramelized apple filling and a soft butter cake. Especially delicious with freshly whipped vanilla cream.
Daily Life
Danish pastry seems so Danish that you might think it was invented together with the Vikings. But the story of this iconic pastry is a fascinating journey from Austria to Denmark and shows how culture really works.
Christine Rentschler is a tour guide in Skagen and freelance author. She writes about life at the northernmost tip of Denmark – honestly, personally, and with a great eye for detail.
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