Guide to Public Charging Stations in Denmark – For Tourists
When you visit Denmark in an electric car, it is easy and safe to find places to charge. The country is among Europe's most electric car-friendly countries, and you will find charging stations in cities, at attractions, shopping malls, hotels and along all major roads.
Where can I charge my electric car?
Public charging stations are located all over the country, and you will typically find them here:
Motorways and main roads – Fast and lightning chargers, perfect for long trips.
Supermarkets & shopping centers – Often combined with parking during the stay.
Hotels and holiday resorts – Many places offer charging for guests.
Tourist attractions – Museums, castle areas, amusement parks, etc.
City centers – Good opportunities in parking garages and public spaces.
Types of charging stations in Denmark
You will typically encounter three types:
1. Normal chargers (AC)
Charging speed: approximately 3–22 kW
Good for overnight or longer stays.
2. Fast chargers (DC)
Charging speed: approximately 50 kW
Perfect for a coffee break.
3. Lightning chargers (Ultra-fast DC)
Charging speed: 150–350 kW
The fastest solution when you're on the go.
How to pay for charging
In Denmark, you can charge in several ways, depending on the operator:
App payment (e.g. Clever, OK, E.ON, Spirii, Norlys)
RFID charging tag/card
Pay-as-you-go via QR code or credit card
Apple/Google Pay on newer stands
Many stands accept foreign credit cards, so you rarely need a Danish subscription.
Prices
The price varies depending on the operator and charger type:
AC chargers: 3–5 DKK per kWh
DC fast chargers: 4–6.5 DKK per kWh
Lightning chargers: 6–8 DKK per kWh
Hotels and vacation rentals sometimes offer free or reduced price for guests.
Best apps for finding charging stations
These apps work well for tourists as they show both Danish and international chargers:
PlugShare – most user-friendly for tourists
A Better Route Planner (ABRP) – route planning with charging stops
Google Maps – shows a large number of chargers in Denmark
Clever / OK / E.ON Drive / Spirii – if you want to see specific networks
Tip: Many tourists use ABRP to plan their entire vacation, including charging stops.
Practical tips for electric car charging in Denmark
There is no toll for electric cars.
At popular holiday destinations (Rømø, Skagen, Bornholm, etc.) demand is high during the peak season - plan charging well in advance.
Weather affects range – expect slightly lower range in cold weather.
Do not leave your car in a car-sharing parking lot (“car-sharing spaces”) – risk of a fine.
Quick chargers are available at almost all motorway rest areas.
Charging-friendly tourist areas
In Denmark, the following areas are particularly well covered:
Copenhagen and surrounding area
Aarhus, Aalborg and Odense
South Jutland and Rømø – good opportunities near hotels, shops and main roads
West Coast – many chargers at holiday centres and holiday home areas
Bornholm – dense network of public charging stations
Environmentally friendly driving in Denmark
Denmark is a country with a strong focus on green energy. When you charge your car:
A large part of the electricity comes from wind and solar energy.
Many charging stations are powered by 100 % green power.
This makes your holiday more climate-friendly – and easier to plan.
Here is a list of holiday homes with their own chargers for the electric car.
