Camping holiday with dog in Denmark

Yes, all DK-CAMP campsites in Denmark are dog-friendly and allow guests to bring their dogs.

However, the rules vary from campsite to campsite, so it is a good idea to check whether there are any restrictions on, for example:

• The number of dogs you may bring
• Where dogs may be exercised
• Whether dogs must be supervised at all times

When camping with your dog, you should bring:

• Lead
• Food and water bowls
• Dog waste bags
• Blanket or dog bed.
• It is also a good idea to bring a portable dog fence to set up around your pitch, if the campsite allows this

If you live outside Denmark and wish to bring your dog with you, special regulations apply regarding:

• Legal transponder
• Valid anti-rabies vaccine
• Valid EU Pet Passport

See the current rules for travelling with dogs and other pets to Denmark on the official website of Fødevarestyrelsen.

1. A good tip when choosing a pitch or holiday accommodation on a DK-CAMP campsite is to check whether your dog has access to shade during the day to help it stay cool.
2. Never leave your dog alone in a hot caravan, car, motorhome, tent, or awning during warm summer weather.
3. Take your dog with you when leaving the campsite to go shopping or visit attractions. Check in advance whether dogs are welcome or if there are shaded areas where your dog can stay comfortably.
4. If you feel hot in the shade or during the night, your dog probably does too. Consider using a cooling mat for your dog to lie on, or place a damp, wrung-out towel over its back to help keep it cool.
5. Offer your dog a swim in water with a comfortable temperature, and always make sure fresh drinking water is available – also when you are out and about. Several DK-CAMP campsites offer dog washing facilities: Find them via the DK-CAMP portal.

Dogs are welcome on many Danish beaches, but the rules depend on the season and the local area.

• From October to March, dogs are often allowed to run freely on the beach
• During the summer season dogs are usually required to be kept on a lead.

On the DK-CAMP portal, you can find an overview of campsites located near beaches throughout Denmark.

The best campsites for dog owners are often located close to nature, beaches, or forest areas, offering great opportunities to exercise and enjoy time outdoors with your four-legged friend.

On the DK-CAMP portal, you will find campsites throughout Denmark that offer special facilities such as dog washing stations and dog forests.

The cost of bringing a dog on a camping holiday in Denmark depends on the campsite you choose and whether you stay in your own caravan or motorhome, or rent a cabin. At some campsites, bringing your dog is free of charge, while others charge a fee per pet.

On the DK-CAMP portal, you can see the price for bringing a dog at selected campsites when you start a booking.

The rules vary from campsite to campsite, so it is a good idea to familiarise yourself with them before arrival and enjoy the holiday with your dog that you are looking forward to. Some Danish campsites may, for example, have rules regarding:

• The number of pets you may bring
• Pets having to be supervised at all times
• Additional cleaning fees for guests bringing pets

The campsite owner is responsible for setting the rules regarding pets at the campsite.

If you live abroad, there are a few regulations you should be aware of before bringing your dog on a camping holiday in Denmark:

• Legal transponder (microchip) 
• Valid anti-rabies vaccine
• Valid EU Pet Passport

On the official website of Fødevarestyrelsen you can find all the information you need about travelling with pets in Denmark.

• On Danish beaches, dogs must be kept on a lead from 1 April to 30 September.
• In forests, dogs must be kept on a lead all year round.
• Dogs must be kept on a lead at campsites out of consideration for other guests – although exceptions may apply in fenced areas such as dog exercise areas.

On the DK-CAMP portal, you can find campsites with dog exercise areas throughout Denmark.

In Denmark, there are 13 dog breeds that are prohibited under the Danish Dog Act. It is illegal to own, breed, or bring these breeds into Denmark according to the official website of Fødevarestyrelsen:

• Pit Bull Terrier
• Tosa Inu
• American Staffordshire Terrier
• Fila Brasileiro
• Dogo Argentino
• American Bulldog
• Boerboel
• Kangal
• Central Asian Ovcharka
• Caucasian Ovcharka
• South Russian Ovcharka
• Tornjak
• Šarplaninac (Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog)