Copenhagen
Aarhus
Odense
Aalborgb
Frederiksberg
Esbjerg
Gentofte
Gladsaxe
Randers
Kolding
Horsens
Lyngby-Taarbæk
Vejle
Hvidovre
Roskilde
Helsingør
Herning
Silkeborg
Næstved
Greve Strand
Tårnby
Fredericia
Ballerup
Rødovre
Viborg
Køge
Holstebro
Brøndby
Taastrup
Slagelse
Hillerød
Albertslund
Sønderborg
Svendborg
Herlev
Holbæk
Hjørring
Hørsholm
Frederikshavn
Glostrup
Haderslev
Nørresundby
Ringsted
Ølstykke-Stenløse
Skive
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List of cities in Denmark
Published by Gbaf News
Posted on May 1, 2013
1 min read· Last updated: June 11, 2018
Key Takeaways
- Denmark hosts a wide network of mid‑sized cities beyond its capital, underpinning regional economic activity.
- Many listed cities like Copenhagen, Aarhus, Odense and Aalborg serve as important nodes for trade and finance.
- The city list includes municipalities and suburbs forming parts of the Copenhagen metropolitan area.
- Some entries may be minor towns or suburbs that contribute to local trade infrastructure but aren’t major economic centers.
- Understanding the spatial distribution of these cities helps in assessing Denmark’s domestic trade connectivity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which are the largest cities in Denmark by population?
The largest are Copenhagen (capital), followed by Aarhus, Odense and Aalborg ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_cities_and_towns_in_Denmark?utm_source=openai)).
Are Frederiksberg and Copenhagen separate cities?
Yes—Frederiksberg is an independent municipality completely surrounded by Copenhagen, often counted separately ([geonames.org](https://www.geonames.org/DK/largest-cities-in-denmark.html?utm_source=openai)).
What defines a ‘city’ in Denmark’s statistical context?
Statistics Denmark defines 'byområde' (urban area) as a contiguous built‑up area with minimum population of 200 and buildings within 200 meters ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_cities_and_towns_in_Denmark?utm_source=openai)).
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