Embassy of Bulgaria in Copenhagen, Denmark; address Gamlehave Alle 7, 2920, Charlottenlund; phone +4539630001. Head of mission: Mr. Dragomir Valeriev Zakov.…
Head of mission: Mr. Dragomir Valeriev Zakov, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Denmark, 17 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Mihayl Stephanov Deltchev, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Bulgaria, 28 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr Simon C. Mears, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr Ragnar G. Norddahl, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Bulgaria offers a compelling mix of historical and natural attractions, blending ancient culture with modern hospitality, making it an appealing destination for some Danish travelers. With 3.2 million Danes traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Bulgaria an interesting choice, contributing to its status as a significant European destination that attracts over seven million foreign visitors each year.
Bulgaria is generally safe for tourists, but it ranks lower in safety compared to Denmark. According to safety rankings, Bulgaria is 21st out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, whereas Denmark ranks 6th. In terms of the Global Peace Index, Bulgaria is 26th out of 160 countries, compared to Denmark's 8th position. Murder rates also reflect a difference in safety: Denmark has a murder rate of 0.8 per 100,000 people, while Bulgaria's rate is 1.3. Female murder rates are similarly higher in Bulgaria (0.8) than in Denmark (0.5). Additionally, the Global Organized Crime Index shows that Bulgaria faces more challenges with organized crime, with various indices indicating higher levels of crime compared to Denmark. For example, Bulgaria scores 6.5 for crime networks and 7.5 for state crime, while Denmark scores significantly lower. In summary, while Bulgaria is relatively safe, tourists from Denmark should remain vigilant and aware of their surroundings, as it does not offer the same level of safety as Denmark.