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Trondheim

Trondheim is Norway's 3rd major city with a population of approximately 150,000. It is one of the oldest cities in Scandinavia, and boasts a history and tradition of over 1000 years. This city was revived by the Viking King, Olav Tryggvason, in 997 B.C. and was then called Nidaros. Currently, it is the central point for maritime trade. It is also famous for being an academic city, hosting Europe's largest scientific technology research centre and the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), which is highly respected around the world. Trondheim is located in the central region of Norway, 500km from Oslo. Trondheim is an urban centre - with everything the big city can offer, yet with the cosy appeal of small-town friendliness.

Access: Approximately one hour by plane from Oslo to Trodheim and around 20 flights are in operation daily. A direct flight from Copenhagen is also available. It takes approximately 7hours by train from Oslo to Trondheim.

Ribe

Ribe is Denmark's oldest and best preserved town, Ribe offers its guests a unique atmosphere. There are very few places in Denmark where it is possible to see an entire medieval town centre with old half-timbered houses and cobblestone streets. The eye is continually caught by new impressions; the cathedral rises at the end of the street at one moment, and at the next there is an unexpected glimpse of flat salt meadows with grazing cattle. Do not miss visiting Ribe.

Website: www.ribetourist.dk

Odense

Odense is the largest city in Funen, renowned for being Andersen's hometown. The third major city in the country. Its name originated from the All-Father of Norse mythology, Odin. According to legend, the morning after Odin built his castle in the central region of Funen, his wife, the goddess Frigga, awoke early and looked out the window, seeing a beautiful sea of fields and forests in the light of the morning sun. Having seen such a beautiful sight, Frigga shouted "Odin, look! (Odin, se!)," and this became the name of the city. There is plenty so see in Odense, so do not miss this city break, it take around 1 ½ from Copenhagen by train.

Website: www.visitodense.com

Leksand

Population of 15, 000 people. Every year in June, people wearing national costumes gather here at the summer festival.

Website: www.leksand.se

Bodø

Bodo is a commercial city with a population of approximately 44, 000 people. The city has a railway station, coastal steamer harbour, and an airport, making it a strategic spot for transportation in northern Norway. It is also the gateway to the Lofoten islands, located on its opposite shore, from mainland Norway.

Sbjerg

Esberg, located on the Jutland island, was once Denmark's biggest fishing harbour, and the harbour is still an economic driving force in the town. Besides the fishing industry Esbjerg is also the main city for Denmark's oil and offshore activities. The city has a great maritime museum.

Website: www.visitesbjerg.dk

Lund southern region

A university town located 15 minutes from Malmö by train. The town is said to have been established in 990. In 1666, with the founding of Lund University, this town became a centre of education in Europe in the Middle Ages.

Website: www.lund.se

Jelling

Jelling is approximately 11km from Vejle in Jutland. There are two gravestones in Jelling that were built by the founder of Denmark's royal family during the Viking era, King Gorm, and his son, Harold Bluetooth. They are engraved with words that praise both kings. The gravestones are registered as heritage sites.

Access: IC bound to Struer or Herning from Copenhagen, transfer at Fredericia and get off at Jelling. It takes approximately 3 hours.

Meet the Danes - Copenhagen Visitor Organizer

This is a program that enables tourists to visit the homes of Danish people and interact with them over a home-cooked meal in their homes. One step through the door will show you the real Denmark which is fascinating for those who wish to interact with local people.

Contact: ahaargaard.organiser@get2net.dk

Malmo

Sweden's third major city has prospered thanks to its role as major area of trade. It is southern Sweden's largest town with 270, 000 people and is located adjacent the Øresund Strait. From a historical point of view, it has proved to be an important area in both trade and defence. Stone structures from the Middle Ages, such as Malmö castle (Malmö hus), are still standing, and the city is full of history and sightseeing spots.

With the opening of the Øresund Bridge connecting the area with neighbouring Demark, it is expected to become an even more important point for transportation.

Falun

A town that grew from the copper mines. This town's mining history dates back to the Viking age and it is said to be one of the largest mines in the world. The copper mine was registered as a World Heritage site in 2001.

Website: www.visitfalun.se