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Helsingør, also known in English as Elsinore, is a coastal city in northeastern Denmark. Helsingør Municipality had a population of 64,446 as of 10 July 2026. Helsingør is located at the narrowest part of the Øresund strait and together with Helsingborg in Sweden, forms the northern reaches of the Øresund Region, centred on Copenhagen and Malmö. Helsingør is a ferry city, with the frequent departures on the HH Ferry route, which connects Helsingør with Helsingborg, 4 km (2.5 mi) across the Øresund.

Located on the northeastern coast of Zealand Island, Helsingør is a bustling port town that has been a significant commercial center since the Middle Ages. The town is famous for its iconic Kronborg Castle, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the setting of Shakespeare's Hamlet. This magnificent Renaissance castle is a must-visit attraction that offers a glimpse into the royal life of Danish kings and queens.

Apart from the Kronborg Castle, Helsingør has plenty of other cultural and historical sites to explore. You can visit the Maritime Museum of Denmark, which showcases the country's maritime history and hosts a variety of interactive exhibits. If you're interested in art, you can head to the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, which houses a vast collection of contemporary artworks.