Consulate of Denmark in Basel, Switzerland
- Address: Aeschengraben 10, Basel
- Phone: +41612718811
- Fax: +41612717756
- Email: dancons@datanetworks.ch
Head of mission: Jan Bygom Krarup, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
4 missions of Denmark in Switzerland: Consulate of Denmark in Basel, Switzerland; Consulate of Denmark in Lausanne, Switzerland; Consulate of Denmark in…
Head of mission: Jan Bygom Krarup, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Lars Gelbjerg-Hansen, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Jan Krarup, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Switzerland, 25 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Tim Marshall, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Denmark offers a compelling mix of historical charm and modern vibrancy, making it an appealing destination for some Swiss travelers. With 6.1 million Swiss citizens traveling abroad annually, a portion of them may find Denmark's enchanting landscapes and rich culture particularly attractive.
Denmark is considered very safe for tourists, including those coming from Switzerland. It ranks 6th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, comparable to Switzerland's 7th place. In the Global Peace Index, Denmark is ranked 8th out of 160 countries, similarly to Switzerland, which is ranked 6th. Regarding crime statistics, Denmark has a murder rate of 0.8 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than Switzerland's 0.5. However, both countries have low female murder rates, with Denmark at 0.5 and Switzerland at 0.6. In terms of organized crime, Denmark scores slightly lower than Switzerland in some areas, such as mafia groups (Denmark 5.0, Switzerland 4.5) and state crime (Denmark 2.0, Switzerland 1.5). Overall, both countries are safe, with Denmark being a welcoming destination for Swiss tourists.