From Finland to Denmark by ferry. On the roads of Germany from Putgarten to Hannover. Ferry service between Denmark and Norway
Have you decided to go to the fabulous Danish kingdom, but can’t decide which transport to use? An airplane, of course, is the fastest way, but the purpose of travel is a fairy tale, and in a fairy tale, only a carpet can be an airplane. The bus also won’t quite fit into the surroundings if you want to make your trip unforgettable from start to finish.
The ideal solution is a comfortable ferry to Denmark. Such ferries depart with enviable regularity from northern capital Russia - St. Petersburg. Depending on your financial capabilities, you can choose the most suitable cabin for yourself on one of the ships of several ferry companies. Price will vary depending on availability buffet, additional entertainment facilities - swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi, gym.
It is worth noting that the ferry to Denmark should not be considered an antediluvian means of transportation. The cabins on such ships are comfortably furnished and include everything you need: shower, toilet, TV, telephone, safe, minibar and other amenities. The service on the ferry is getting closer to the service on board cruise ship. With this approach, your unforgettable vacation will begin at the pier of St. Petersburg.
Most cruise ferries will allow passengers to carry large luggage, including a car. So, if you wish, you can count on independent exploration of even distant corners of Denmark to which there is no permanent route. excursion route. Also, having a personal car eliminates the need to look for a rental car in another country.
Travelers who have chosen Denmark as their holiday destination should know that ferry services connect it not only with nearby Scandinavian countries, but also, for example, with Germany and England. Even a trip to Poland is possible. A ferry from Denmark will take you on a one or two day excursion to your chosen neighboring country. Thus, combining a large Scandinavian cruise, a long-term vacation in Denmark and short mini-trips to neighboring countries, you will ultimately visit from five to ten European countries: Finland, Sweden, Norway, Lithuania, Latvia and others. The best are waiting for you European cities: Tallinn, Klaipeda, Riga, Rostock, Helsinki, Oslo, Stockholm. Also, a ferry from Denmark can transport you to Greenland and others Danish islands, and, of course, return it back. will allow you not to think about anything anymore.
Think over your route, decide which countries besides Denmark you would like to visit, and various ferry companies will provide you with the opportunity to realize your desires.
DFDS Seaways routes.
1. Ferry to Denmark (Harwich - Esbjerg). The DFDS Seaways ferry departs daily from Harwich (south-east England) to Esbjerg (a town in the western Danish region of Reib). The Dana Sirena departs Harwich at 6:00 p.m. Arrival in Denmark at 13.00. Registration starts two hours before departure. Boarding ends half an hour before departure. Ticket prices from? 54 per person.
2. The ferry Norway - Denmark on the Oslo - Copenhagen route from DFDS Seaways also runs every day. The ship departs Oslo at 17:00. Registration starts at 15:00. Boarding ends at 16:30. Arrival in Copenhagen at 09:30 the next day. Ticket price from? 42 per person.
Scandlines ferries.
1. Route Denmark - Germany from the port of Puttgarden to the port of Rødby. Travel time: 45 minutes. Cost of travel for a passenger without a car? 6, with a car from? 64. Ferries depart every half hour (at 15 and 45 minutes). There are night departures - an interval of 40 minutes.
2. Line from Denmark to Germany between the city of Rostock and the city of Gedser. The duration of the trip is 1 hour 45 minutes. Departure daily from Rostock at 01:30, 02:15, 04:00, 04:30, 06:00, 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00, 21 :00, 23:45. Night flights (from 23:45 to 4:30 inclusive) do not operate on weekends. Ticket for a passenger without a car? 7, with a car the price starts from? 87.
3. Ferry from Sweden to Denmark Helsingborg - Helsingor. Departs from Helsingborg every 20 minutes during the day and every 30 minutes at night. The cost of travel without a car is approximately? 3. The crossing takes 20 minutes.
STENA LINE ferries.
Norway - Denmark (Oslo - Fredrikshavn). Departure from Oslo in the off-season from Wednesday to Sunday, in season (June - August) daily at 19:30, arrival in Fredrikshavn at 7:45.
Sweden - Denmark (Gothenburg - Fredriksshavn). The ferry departs from Gothenburg daily at 09:00 and arrives in Denmark at 12:15. There are additional flights on weekends and some other days depending on the time of year at 02:10, 08:00, 10:00, 16:00, 18:30, 23:55.
Ferry from Sweden to Denmark (Varberg - Greno). Departures daily from Varberg at 08:15 and 19:40, mooring in the port of Greno at 12:30 and 23:50.
As for cruise routes, there are ferry tours visiting Denmark.
Cruise "Scandinavian capitals" on the DFDS Seaways ferry on the route St. Petersburg - Helsinki - Turku - Stockholm - Oslo - Copenhagen - Helsingborg - Stockholm - Turku - St. Petersburg. Cost from? 310, duration 6 days. Departure from St. Petersburg to Helsinki and from Helsinki to Turku by bus. From Turku to Copenhagen and from Stockholm to Turku the journey is by ferry.
Another interesting cruise route visiting Denmark, Sweden and Estonia: Copenhagen-Stockholm-Tallinn-St. Petersburg, suggests cruise company Costa Cruises. Tour duration 5 days, cost from? 379.
One of the most intense and longest ferry tours from DFDS Seaways - a cruise along the route Lithuania (Vilnius - Klaipeda) + Denmark (Copenhagen) + Norway (Oslo - Stavanger - Lysefjord - Bergen - Hardangerfjord - Nørøyfjord - Briksdale Glacier - Geirangerfjord - Ålesund - Trondheim) + Sweden (Uppsala – Sigtuna – Stockholm – Drottingholm) + Latvia (Riga). Total tour duration: 13 days. There will be 2 sea crossings along the way: 2 nights on the DFDS ferry, 1 night on the Tallink Silja ferry. There are no night trips on the bus. Travel cost from? 800.
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Baltic cruises are not only an opportunity to visit many countries and cities, but also to have a good rest in a calm environment on board the ship. Or, on the contrary, if you wish, have fun to the fullest.
A person traveling around Denmark by car will certainly be faced with the need to use ferries and bridges.
I want to warn you right away - traveling by car in Denmark is not a cheap activity. To travel from the easternmost point of the country - to the westernmost - on, you need to cross at least two straits and one of them will definitely be tolled.
It's not just toll bridges and ferries you need to prepare for. Gas stations and food in Denmark are also not cheap, compared to neighboring countries. In this case, I recommend not to be shy and stock up on such travel accessories as a thermos, a gas burner and a cooler bag. The Germans, for example, travel with their food. We repeatedly saw them pour coffee from a thermos and eat homemade sandwiches in in public places(gas stations, ferries).
For this purpose, in Denmark (as elsewhere in Europe) everything is provided; finding a table with a bench on which you can arrange a small road rest is not very difficult.
You can get to Denmark by car from Sweden:
You can pay for travel in Euros, Swedish and Danish crowns. When traveling in Scandinavia, it is better to pay with plastic cards, this way you can save yourself from the need to change currency.
If your destination is northern Jutland, you can take the ferry Varberg (Sweden) - Grenaa (Denmark), or Frederikshavn - Gothenburg of the Stena line company
details: http://www.stenaline.co.uk/ferry/ or http://www.paromy.ru/ferry/stena-line/166.htm#6
In Denmark:
(Great belt bridge- the third longest span in the world. It connects the islands of Funen and Zealand. This bridge was built in 1998. The entire crossing is 18 kilometers long and consists of a suspension bridge, an island and a road embankment bridge.
The bridge connecting the islands of Funen and the Jutland Peninsula is free. But you can shorten the journey to South Jutland by taking a ferry Borjen – Finshav. Ferries operate 12 times a day and take 50 minutes.
This ferry should be booked in advance, preferably by phone or, if possible, drop by, since on weekends and holidays There may not be enough tickets for everyone. The cost is about 50 Euros per car (245 DKK).
North Jutland can be reached by ferry Odden-Ebeltoft / Odden-Aarhus details:
Ferry connections between Denmark and Norway:
It is better to book all ferries in advance, because if you pay for a month you can reduce the cost of tickets by almost three times.
When ordering ferries and hotels, be prepared for the fact that people in provincial Denmark do not understand everything English language, and their websites are mostly in Danish (thanks to Google for the translation, the English versions contain almost no information), it’s best to stock up German language or a German speaking friend.
A trip to the international DanaCup tournament in Denmark by ferry through St. Petersburg, Finland (Helsinki), Sweden (Stockholm) and Denmark (Jerring).
Start of the journey
Our football team had been planning a trip to Denmark for a long time, but everything didn’t work out. This time the stars aligned, the right people were found, and the trip took place. The route was calculated via St. Petersburg - Helsinki, then a ferry to Stockholm - Malmo - Yerring (end point). We left Kostroma at the end of July, the weather was good, the mood was great. We got to Yaroslavl quite quickly, the road was repaired in several places, but the asphalt had already been laid, only there were no markings.
In Yaroslavl we got into trouble for a long time, we lost 2 hours. There were two travel options from Yaroslavl to St. Petersburg: the first through Poshekhonye, the second through Vologda, along new road. We chose the first option because the distance is shorter and the road is basically normal. As it turned out, another plus is that the road is almost empty, traffic is minimal, unlike the route through Vologda. We arrived in St. Petersburg late in the evening and stayed overnight with friends. Before this we thought of staying in a hostel; in principle, there are enough options, and the prices are quite reasonable. But they need to be booked in advance, since it’s summer, white nights, and there are few places, and there are 20 of us, of which 16 are children.
After talking with the locals, we decided to leave early in the morning to calmly cross the border with Finland and take the ferry to Helsinki. We drove through Vyborg and bought provisions there. Regarding products, they write that the import of meat and dairy products in any form into the Schengen countries is prohibited. We had some sausage, canned food and, of course, Rolltons with us - where would we be without them? As a result, we crossed the border calmly, no food was confiscated, although many say that “it’s not necessary.”
We crossed the border in the Torfyanovka area without much hassle. Maybe it was due to the fact that a group of children was traveling with an official invitation, so there were no questions for us, except to check the consent to take the children out. For the future, we were told that this document should list all the countries visited, and not just “Schengen”. We crossed the border with Finland just as quickly and without problems.
Finland
Hooray! We are in Finland. Our route lies in Helsinki, we are driving along the E18 motorway, we have to drive about 130 km, the quality of the road is excellent. Along the edges of the road there are high granite boulders and granite mountains, the road is protected by a fence to prevent wild animals from escaping. Special crossings over the road have been made for them.
There are cameras along the route, but we walked without exceeding the speed limit, so we didn’t bother too much. Gas stations are quite common, but you have to go to them (the exits are convenient). Most gas stations are automatic, without an operator: drive up, insert bank card and refueled. Everything seemed simple, but we couldn’t refuel, and we didn’t have time to figure it out - there was little time left before the ferry. By the way, about cards. In Europe, it is more profitable to use MasterCard for payments.
Arriving in Helsinki, we saw architecture very familiar from St. Petersburg and Vyborg: not very wide, but in some places quite narrow streets. There weren't very many cars, it was the weekend. You can get lost in the city, so it’s better to have a navigator or detailed map. We used a tablet with Google maps, pre-loaded into memory (so that they work without the Internet).
There are many different companies leaving ferries from Helsinki, and there are several port terminals. After getting lost a little, we chose the direction to our terminal.
On the ferry
Since we bought tickets through the VikingLine website, we did not have to stand in line at the box office. We simply took a printed order form and approached the operators who were registering for the ferry. There, in some kind of cross between English, Russian and Finnish, we managed to figure out where to park the bus for loading and where to get tickets and a special card for the driver to enter.
For those who are on the ferry for the first time, there will be a lot of impressions: beautiful views, an interesting pastime, for gambling people there are casinos and slot machines.
Cafe on the ferry
Restaurant
Our ferry departed at 18:00, the weather cleared up, although it had rained before, and we went on the decks to take pictures. Leaving Helsinki, the ferry travels along the islands for some time. You can take a lot of interesting photos here.
As mentioned above, there is a lot of things on the ferry: a shop Duty Free, cafes, restaurants, bars, karaoke, slot machines. True, the prices are high: a large glass of boiling water costs 2 euros, coffee costs about 3-4 euros. When purchasing a ticket, you can order breakfast and/or dinner in advance. Dinner per person costs about 39 euros.
We took the most inexpensive cabins, without a window for 4 people. Perhaps a window would have been more interesting, but overall comfort is excellent: the cabins have a shower and toilet, everything is clean and quite spacious. The evening view of the setting sun and sea was very impressive. After walking around and seeing enough, we went to the cabins to sleep.
On the ferry deck
Keep in mind that the time difference between Helsinki and Stockholm is 1 hour, i.e. in Helsinki it is 9 am, and in Stockholm it is only 8 am. In the morning there are very few tourists on the deck, the staff cleans up.
In the morning the ferry goes between the islands again.
Small stone islands
Between large islands and the continent there is a ferry service. Despite the early hour, there were quite a lot of cars on the shore waiting to cross.
Crossing
We came across a brother who was sailing from Sweden to Finland.
Viking ferry
Ferries generally go one after another. Ahead was the SiljaLine vessel - it is higher than ours, but the price is higher there.
And another ferry
In addition to the ferry, we are accompanied by seagulls, one of whom even doesn’t mind posing.
Sweden
On the approach to Stockholm, some port buildings appeared, and in the distance - some kind of attraction.
Stockholm
We arrived in Stockholm at 9:50 am, the bus left for the shore, we walked to the exit through the terminal. Because the bus left early, we got a little lost. You can enter the square in front of the terminal, but only scheduled and scheduled passengers are allowed to the boarding areas. sightseeing buses. We had to first find our bus and then figure out where to load up.
Initially it was planned that we would go to Malmo and spend the night in tents there. While we were driving, it was decided to change the route and leave in the Jonkoping area on road 40 and move towards Gothenburg on the Gothenburg - Frederikshavn ferry. The need to change the route arose due to the fact that we might not have time to register the team in the competition, and by ferry we would be in Yerringa in the morning - the final point of our route.
Highway E4 - good road, at least two lanes in one direction with a divider. It is very convenient, because there is quite a lot of traffic and there are a lot of cars that come with a trailer, occupying the entire width of the lane. There are many fast drivers here who fly in the left lane. If you plan to pass a motorhome or trailer, look carefully.
At the entrance to Jonkoping there is a magnificent view from above of Lake Vättern. The road begins to descend and winds, so it’s better not to rush. In the Jonkoping area we went to the right onto road 40, the difference was immediately noticeable. The road has become narrower, with one lane in each direction, and the traffic is also dense. Overtaking has become more difficult.
On the right side there are pockets where you can slide out. We stopped in one of these to rest. The area is fenced and there is a swimming area and toilets. Everything for complete relaxation for motorists.
On the ferry to Denmark
We arrived in Gothenburg late in the evening, having agreed on tickets at the terminal and decided to take the night ferry. We set off at 00:30 and arrived in Frederikshavn at 04:10. If you buy tickets online, they are noticeably cheaper than in terminals. But this time we had to improvise with the route, and we could not book on the website in advance.
Since we had several hours of free time, we decided to go to a gas station and look for a rest area. By asking local residents, we found out that 30-40 minutes away there is a campsite where you can swim and relax. Please note that gas stations accept both Swedish kronor and euros, but change is only given in Swedish kronor. This applies not only to gas stations, but in general to any purchases at retail outlets.
After having a good rest, shopping and satisfying our hunger, we arrived at the StenaLine terminal for the ferry. The cars are parked for loading 200 meters from the entrance to the terminal; you just need to follow the prompts from the staff.
The Gothenburg - Frederiksahvn ferry also has everything you need to pass the time. Due to the fact that the ferry departed at night, not all shops were open. There was no need to take cabins or seats; many passengers simply lay down on a chair and slept.
After 4 hours we found ourselves on the shores of Frederikshavn. Here comes Denmark. We only have 40 km left to travel to Yerring. An hour of leisurely dawn road, and we are there. The road surface is good, but it is narrow. Along the road there are settlements, I had to slow down. The city of Yerring itself is small and quite pretty, we didn’t notice any high-rise buildings, maybe there are some, but very few. It seems that most of- private sector.
Yerring
We stopped to fill up next to a Shell gas station, the price tag in the cafe was certainly impressive, a cup of coffee cost about 350 rubles. Fuel in Sweden cost us about 1.3 euros per liter, in Denmark - about 1.19 euros. Some gas stations have paid toilets; it is better to stop where there is a MacDonalds - their toilets are free. Toll roads We didn’t come across any in either Sweden or Denmark. There is some kind of fee in Sweden, but it does not apply on weekends and holidays.
Yerring
Ahead of us lay a most interesting week in Jorring and the return journey home through Denmark, Germany, Poland and Belarus with overnight stays in tents outside campsites and tent camps. But that is another story.
So diverse that you can easily plan a romantic getaway for two or a family trip. On your first visit, you should definitely visit Copenhagen - the capital is replete with historical and cultural heritage, which will allow the tourist to form basic ideas about how the country developed. By purchasing a ferry tour to Denmark from St. Petersburg, you can visit the heart of Copenhagen - Town Hall Square. Here is a sculpture of Bishop Absalon who founded the city, the Town Hall and the City Museum.
When planning a trip with children, be sure to include a visit to Legoland Park on the island of Jutland in your itinerary. Absolutely all the buildings in the town are made of Lego bricks, and the park itself occupies an area of 100 square meters. km and has been operating since 1968. Legoland is divided into several thematic zones, so it will be interesting for children of different ages.
Another significant attraction of Denmark is National Aquarium, which is located on the island of Amager. It is called "Blue Planet" and is the largest in all of Europe. By choosing a trip that includes a visit to this aquarium, you will receive unforgettable experience. The structure has a spiral design and holds 7 million liters of water. The National Aquarium occupies an area of 9 square meters. km.
Inexpensive ferry tours to Denmark from St. Petersburg - the cost of the trip is on average 5-10% lower!
Each subsequent tour to Denmark will be different from the previous one. Here great amount attractions, because in addition to the mainland territories, the monarchy includes 409 islands, on each of which you can find something amazing.
Going to an amusing trip in Denmark, you can visit the following places:
- Museum with Viking ships in the city of Roskilde, where you can learn the history of shipbuilding and navigation in Ancient times and the Middle Ages.
- H.H. Andersen Museum in the city of Odense, which was built back in 1908. Here you can find out everything about the life and work of the great children's writer.
- Kronborg Castle Slot in the city of Helsingor. It is this building that serves as the setting for Shakespeare's play Hamlet. In addition, the castle is included in the UNESCO heritage list.
In our company you can book a tour to Denmark by favorable price- right now there are discounts from 5% to 10% on all offers. We guarantee a convenient transfer, accommodation in a modern hotel, interesting excursions. In addition, our specialists will help with obtaining a visa and all the documents necessary for the trip.
In addition to the route between capitals, there are also several departure options from other cities. It would seem that from the capital of Denmark, Copenhagen, due to its location, there should be many well-established ferry routes, including direct ones. But as practice shows, this is not entirely true. The only ferry service exists between Copenhagen and Oslo, operated by DFDS. The ferry carries out night flight, departs daily from Copenhagen at 16:30 and arrives the next day at 09:45 in Oslo. For the convenience of travelers, a large selection of cabins is offered, depending on preferences and budget. For example, a place in a cabin for 2 people will cost 199 euros. Payment for transportation personal transport varies depending on its type and size. Travel time will fly by thanks to the entertainment on board: restaurants, Duty stores Free, live music, casino, children's room.
Hirtshals - Bergen
Bergen is very popular among tourists, so it would be wrong to ignore it. Direct flights depart from small town Hirtshals (located in North Jutland, an administrative region of Denmark). The daily flight is operated by Fjord Line, departing at 20:00 and arriving in Bergen around 12:30. Depending on the season, the number of flights may decrease and departure times may shift slightly, so you need to check the schedule on the company’s official website. The cost of the cruise will cost you from 98 euros. Animation, restaurants and duty-free shops are also present on board.
Hirtshals — Stavanger
The flight from Hirtshals to Bergen (described just above) makes an intermediate stop in Stavanger - the 4th largest city in Norway, located on a peninsula on the southwest coast. Departure at 20:00, arrival at 08:00. Ticket prices start from 40 euros without a car, and from 90 including a car. A large selection of cabins, from luxury to budget, as well as a full range of entertainment on board will ensure you an enjoyable cruise.
Hirtshals - Kristiansand
Passengers on this route are shared by two companies: the above-mentioned Fjord Line (travel time 2 hours 15 minutes) and Color Line (3 hours 15 minutes).
Prices start from 400 euros for a bed in a shared cabin (divided into women's and men's) and end at 1,500 euros for a private cabin (the price varies significantly depending on the season). On the official website there is an option for a separate order of food; this, of course, is not included in the above price.