What is Open on Sundays in Denmark? (2025) | exploringdenmark
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What’s Open on Sundays in Denmark (2025)

Supermarkets, cafés, and many city shops are open—small-town hours can be short. Here’s your at-a-glance guide to Sundays in Denmark.

Tip: Check local hours—small towns often open 10–12/14 only. 7-Eleven & fuel kiosks are open daily.

Overview

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Supermarkets

Most chains open ~08:00–20:00 (some later).

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Shops

City shops/malls ~10:00–17:00/19:00. Small towns may close.

Cafés & bakeries

Open Sunday; bakeries often 07:00–13:00.

Supermarkets & Grocery

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Big chains

Netto, REMA 1000, Føtex, Lidl, Meny, Coop 365, Spar—open Sundays.

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Convenience

7-Eleven & fuel stations: daily, often 24/7.

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Organic/Ethnic

Health & ethnic stores may open shorter (e.g., 10–14).

Shops & Malls

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City centers

Magasin, Illum, Fields, Bruuns Galleri, Rosengårdcentret open Sundays.

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Furniture/DIY

IKEA, Jysk, Silvan, Bauhaus ~10–18 (check local).

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Small towns

Often closed or short hours—plan ahead.

Cafés, Bakeries & Restaurants

Coffee

Chains & independents open Sundays in cities.

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Bakeries

Early start, close after lunch (best selection early!).

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Restaurants

Most open; kitchens may close a bit early.

Museums & Culture

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Museums

Many open Sunday (~10–17); often closed Monday instead.

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Cinemas

Matinee & evening shows on Sundays.

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Transport

Sunday/holiday schedules—less frequent but running.

Exceptions & Holidays

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Public holidays

Easter/Christmas: most shops closed; 7-Eleven open.

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Tourist zones

Central CPH/Aarhus/Odense open every Sunday.

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Check online

Hours vary by town & chain—verify before you go.

Useful links

Frequently Asked Questions

🛒 Are supermarkets open?

Yes—most 08:00–20:00+.

🥐 Bread on Sunday?

Yes—bakeries open mornings, close early.

🏛️ Museums open?

Usually Sunday; many close Monday.

🚇 Transport?

Runs on a Sunday timetable (reduced).

🎁 Holidays?

Most shops closed; kiosks open.

🏘️ Small towns?

Often closed/short hours—check online.