Cheap Last Minute Car Hire in Denmark

Denmark: Europe's Gateway to Scandinavia

The Scandinavian country of Denmark is located north of Germany and east of Sweden in northern Europe. Denmark is partly located on continental Europe, in an area known as Jutland, as well as on smaller islands including Funen and Zealand. Zealand is home to almost half of Denmark’s population and the location of Copenhagen, the nation's capital. Denmark is a country with high standards of living, and whether you are visiting its stylish cities or travelling to smaller towns and the countryside in your last minute car rental, you will find a charmingly efficient and clean country with a population that is courteous and respectful.

Copenhagen is a truly cosmopolitan European city, with a wonderfully laid-back atmosphere, beautiful historic and contemporary architecture, canals and an unrivalled understanding of design and style. Copenhagen has become a foodie destination in recent years, with more Michelin starred restaurants than any other Scandinavian city, as well as plenty of small cafes serving great food. Collect your last minute car hire on your arrival at Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH), or at Copenhagen Train Station, where trains arrive from cities across Europe, and begin your explorations of the city and the island of Zealand beyond. In North Zealand you will find beautiful lakes, forests and grand medieval castles in the towns of Elsingor and Hillerod, whilst on the west coast, Kalundborg is a fascinating medieval town, as well as an accessible route to the city of Aarhus on Jutland.

Aarhus is the unofficial capital of Jutland and is an elegant city that feels small and intimate, with great pubs, restaurants and places to hang out. Fly into Aarhus Airport, Tirstrup (AAR) about a 45 minutes drive from the city, and spend a relaxing afternoon wandering the cobbled streets and an even enjoying the vibrant music scene and energetic nightlife. You won’t need your car in the city centre, but it is certainly useful if you want to get out and explore the region. Head to Marselisborgskoven to visit the glorious beech forests that surround the city, take the family to Djurs Sommerland, Denmark’s popular theme park or explore the many beaches along this beautiful coastline.

Drive north of Aarhus to the rugged landscapes of Mols Bjerge National Park, before heading into Northern Jutland to the industrial city of Aalborg, a good place to visit for quality shopping and excellent restaurants, as well as historical sites including Aalborg Castle and the 14th century Budolfi Church. You can collect your last minute car hire at Aalborg Airport (AAL), and travel west to explore the beautiful lakes, sand dunes and beaches of The National Park, Denmark’s largest and oldest national park, or drive south into Western Jutland for a fun family day out, a trip to Legoland in Billund. You can also fly directly to Billund Airport (BLL) if this is your main destination. History enthusiasts will enjoy exploring South Jutland, with many ancient towns, castles and cathedrals, including Denmark’s oldest town Ribe, established in the 8th century. Stay in city of Esbjerg, Denmark’s fifth largest and enjoy exploring the historic sights of this region, as well as the Wadden Sea National Park, a wetlands park that stretches into Germany and Holland.