Gambling in Denmark

Denmark Scandinavia called the pearl is not simply this: a small area of ​​the country the number of natural and historical treasures just rolls over. SasinoToplists tell you about the most important features of Denmark, as well as the attitude of the Danes to gambling.

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Location of Denmark and a small historical reference

Denmark called the Kingdom of Denmark is correct. It is a country in Northern Europe and is the southernmost of the Scandinavian countries. The country is located on the peninsula of Jutland and on the smaller islands of the archipelago, and also includes the Faroe Islands and Greenland.

Denmark has so far remained a constitutional monarchy, and it should be noted at the time the country was a very powerful kingdom – until the 19th century Danish kings “held in his fist,” the whole of Northern Europe. Now the Faroe Islands and Greenland have a high degree of independence and self-government. Since 1972, the Danish rules the 54-th queen named Margrethe II.

Casinos and Gambling in Denmark

Legalization of casinos in the country occurred in 1990 and in it lay the foundation principle of the license for foreign operators. The main condition for issuance of a license – a foreign operator of gambling services is to create a Danish company in conjunction with the existing Danish company. The most convenient way to create such partnerships at the base of any of the hotel, which is what happened.

Fully comply with the Danish side could such operators as “Holland Casino” from the neighboring Netherlands, “Bad Neuenahr” from Germany, “Casinos Austria” from Austria . The tax rate in the state is high, depending on the casino profits it starts from 45% of annual turnover.

At the moment, the country has 6 major casinos. They are located in Aalborg, Orhusskae, Clamps, Odense, Helsingor and, of course, in the capital, Copenhagen.

Casino Copenhagen. Common rules in the casino quite meet European casino starts at 14.00 and ends at 4.00. Visit the casino can only be at the age of 18, so you need to have a passport.

Another nuance – at the entrance you will be asked to pay the entrance fee. Day ticket costs 95 Danish kroner (approximately € 12), one week – 265, and in the year 2.095 DKK. In the summer, you can visit the casino in shorts and shales, but sports clothes here are not welcome.

Just when the game of poker in a casino should not wear glasses, use the iPod and wearing t-shirts without sleeves. But during the world series of poker such as WPT and other major competition rules regarding the appearance of a more democratic.

Overall, casinos in Copenhagen is very popular and in great demand. It has everything what can only wish the soul of a gambler: Roulette (European and American), all kinds of  slot machines (140 options), tables for poker , blackjack , and Punto of Banco .

Copenhagen attractions

Apart from the standard walk in the city center with the traditional inspection Hall, adjacent areas, and the monument to the Little Mermaid, Copenhagen offers to visit and unique attractions.

1. Museum «Believe It or Not!». Address: the R å dhuspladsen , 57. In this unusual museum under the intriguing sign “Believe it or not believe it!” A collection Leroy Ripley – traveler and collector. Over the years, hundreds of travels around the world he has accumulated a lot of amazing things. Here you will find a match of the Taj Mahal, the skeleton of a mammoth, a harp, playing without strings and even the sea just funny.
2. “Experimentarium” museum. Address: Tuborg Havnevej, 7, Hellerup. If you are traveling with children or just want to understand all the same physical laws – it’s just the perfect place. There is a polygraph machine to call a hurricane and an earthquake, and many other attractions. All exhibits can be touched.
3. Museum “Guinness”. Address: Østergade 16. This museum needs no introduction, as the Guinness records about everyone knows. But when you read just about any record, sometimes it is very difficult to imagine. Here you can find more than 500 exhibits of the most interesting records, and the “exhibition Mystic Exploratorie» you can catch your shadow, swap heads with opposite sitting person and even to sit in the electric chair.
4. Park “Tivoli” amusement. Address: Vesterbrogade 3. This amusement park is the oldest in the world and, by the way, he inspired once Walt Disney to create Disneyland network. There is no supernavorochennogo attractions, but there is a very cozy atmosphere of celebration and joy.
5. “Erotica” museum. Address: Kobmagergade 24. This is the first erotic museum in the world, he appeared in 1992. Here you can trace the history of attitudes towards eroticism since ancient Rome and India until the present day. There are paintings, sculptures, photographs and videos, as well as erotic lingerie and all sorts of devices from sadomasochistic direction. Login for obvious reasons, with 18 years, but students with a discount of 50%.

Interesting facts about Denmark and the Danes

• The working day starts early – as early as 8 am, the Danes go to work, and at 16.00 are exempt. Shops also closed very early, so the Danes made the main products purchased over the weekend;
• Denmark has a very high tax – an average of 43%. It depends on the level of income of the citizen and of the benefits that are due to him;
• At work, every Dane gets three meals a day. The Danish campaign, company or organization traditionally has its own dining room and cooks;
• Danish men performing housework equally with women. They wash the floors, take care of children and do not mind to cook something tasty.
• Real estate in Denmark are relatively expensive and thus often of poor quality. The curves of the walls, and sometimes not the best planning is taking place in most apartments.
• In Denmark, free medical care, at the same time to each family doctor attached a certain number of patients. This is done on a territorial basis, and if you are going to move, and then the doctor will have to change;
• Denmark – Bicycle nation. They are very loved and cherished.

Denmark on the map of Europe

Gambling in casinos in Denmark

On the example of Denmark, you can see which path should follow, if the task is to create a really attractive gambling industry. The Danes, despite the relatively calm temperament, does not mind to spend time in the casino, and for that they have every opportunity.

We can not say if the casino in Denmark, at every step, it is not. The country has only 7 operators who regulator issued licenses, and two applications are pending. However, even the casino, that is, enough to satisfy the gambling preferences of the Danes. By the way, in Denmark, it is home to about 5 million people, and 7 casino barely cope with the influx of visitors. And if you are lucky enough to visit this wonderful country, be sure to visit one of there the casino. Gambling establishments are often located in the historical quarter, the hotel building, and interesting even just to visit.

Royal Scandinavian

In Aarhus, the second largest city in Denmark, operates one of the most beautiful Danish casino. It is known not only for its elegant interiors, but also quality of service. The building is also located and luxurious hotel Hotel Royal, which like to stay celebrities and rich people. In the area of ​​the hotel there are numerous historical sites. There is also a well-known and the Latin Quarter with its river cafes and shops.

As for the available games in the casino are located a few tables to bet at roulette, blackjack and poker jokes. In the halls you can find 80 first-class machines. Often the walls of the casino hosts major poker tournaments.

casino Aalborg

The attractive Denmark, it’s the fact that each of its city, and not only the capital, is able to captivate tourists. One would assume that all the casinos are located in Copenhagen, but it is not. One of the most enjoyable gambling successfully operates in the city of Aalborg. Needless casino located in the hotel building in the central part of the city and around are always full of life. Many clubs, cozy pubs and small restaurants will not get bored fans of nightlife. In the casino you can play several types of roulette, poker and other card games. Also available in more than 30 slots, including progressive jackpots.

Casino Copenhagen

However, Denmark’s largest casino located in its capital. It opened in 1990 on the eve of the New Year and was the first legal gambling establishment in the country. If you need a maximum choice of casino entertainment, then you need to start looking for it to Copenhagen. Several dozens of gaming tables and more than a hundred slots allow to find a game to your liking. By the way, the biggest poker events are often organized within the walls of this institution. Casino is housed in one of the best hotels Radisson Blu Scandinavia capital.