Denmark

Denmark is a low-lying country that comprises the Jutland peninsula and over 400 islands. It has a terrestrial area of over 43,000km² and a marine area of over 120,000km². The highest point in Denmark is Møllehøj, standing at 171m. The country shares its borders with Germany. With a population of 5.9 million people, Denmark has a population density of 138 people per km².

 

of land covered

by protected areas

 

of marine waters covered

by protected areas

 

species protected

under EU law

 

habitats protected

under EU law