Is alcohol cheaper in Denmark or Sweden?
If you like a beer, there is one glimmer of hope – alcohol is much cheaper in Denmark than across the border in Norway or Sweden.
Sweden - the cheapest Scandinavian country. Here is a current list of how expensive other countries are in comparison to Sweden. For those of you who consider a budget holiday in Scandinavia, this is good news. Sweden is as it is now 26% cheaper than Norway and a whopping 28% cheaper than Denmark.
The price levels of alcoholic beverages in the Nordics compared to the European average are: Norway 250%, Iceland 226%, Finland 172%, Sweden 141%, Denmark 138%.
Sweden they are not just different in cuisine, but also in price. Meal and restaurant costs in Denmark ($43) are often cheaper than Sweden ($28).
55 DKK for 12 cans. That is less than 50p per can, 65 cents US. (small cans 33cl) Carlsberg and Heineken would be a similar price.
Walking around the streets of both cities, you will notice that Copenhagen is rough, gritty, and slightly careless whereas Stockholm is very posh and proper. The winner of this category is Copenhagen by a whisker. Its architecture and attractions are slightly more diverse.
Denmark is more likely to be the place to go if you're looking for historical attractions like The Little Mermaid, and Tivoli Gardens. Sweden has destinations like City Hall and the Royal Palace, but you may be more likely to spend your time checking out the natural environment instead.
Copenhagen is 38.8% more expensive than Stockholm.
Denmark's record levels of personal debt are well-known, but a new analysis shows that average net worth is increasing while debt levels stabalise. That puts the nation in a better position than its neighbours, the national mortgage banks association argues.
In contrast, the price levels for alcoholic drinks were the lowest in Hungary (with a price level index of 73) and Romania (74), followed by Bulgaria (81).
Which country has the cheapest alcohol?
- Bulgaria. (Picture: Martin Divisek/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
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- Hungary. (Picture: Akos Stiller/Bloomberg via Getty Images) ...
- Mexico. ...
- Portugal. ...
- Thailand. ...
- South Africa. ...
- Poland. ...
Even Nordic neighbours Denmark and Sweden are far cheaper than Norway for this category, with consumers in those countries paying “around half as much” for alcohol and tobacco, according to the Statistics Norway analysis.
Cost of living in Malmo (Sweden) is 30% cheaper than in Copenhagen (Denmark)
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Cost of Living in Denmark.
| Restaurants | Edit |
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| Cappuccino (regular) | 38.05kr |
| co*ke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) | 23.99kr |
| Water (12 oz small bottle) | 19.48kr |
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Differences in price levels between the Nordic countries have grown along with the economic recession. Sweden was 9 per cent more affordable than Finland.
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4. Where to find the cheapest beer in Bulgaria.
| COUNTRY | Average Pint Price ( in Euro) | Average Pint Price ( in Pound) |
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| Denmark | €5.5 | £4.70 |
| Norway | €7.08 | £6.00 |
| Turkey | €2.10 | £1.78 |
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The cost of beer in Copenhagen.
Beer is the most common alcoholic drink in Sweden, although it can be expensive. Whether you buy beer in a café, restaurant or a bar, it'll cost roughly the same, on average 55–75kr for half a litre of lager-type brew.
Essentially, Stockholm is both the cheapest and safest city out of the two, but it doesn't make it the ideal place to visit. Copenhagen has all the makings of being the next big digital nomad spot, whilst Stockholm remains difficult to navigate on a budget (even if it is possible).
Norway. Norway is known for its deep fjords, steep mountains, Northern Lights and incredible national parks, including beautiful fauna.
Is Stockholm warmer than Copenhagen?
Stockholm, Sweden has on average the warmest summer of the Nordic capitals, with an average maximum temperature of 23 °C (73 °F) in July; Copenhagen, Oslo and Helsinki have an average July maximum temperature of 22 °C (72 °F).
If you're looking for the cheapest Scandinavian country to live in, Sweden comes out on top again. It's very cheap to buy products around Sweden, although you can earn a higher income from other regions, like Norway.
Danish language
Because of the several pronunciation variety that made Danish apart from other languages, specifically the vowels, hard prosody and consonants, it is often considered to be the hardest language to learn and understand. Danish is quite has a harder pronunciation than Swedish and Norwegian.
Do Swedes and Danes get along? Swedes and Danes might be a bit different but generally get along great, especially while meeting outside of the Nordic region on travels or business.
| Restaurants | Edit |
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| Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) | 50.00kr |
| Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) | 45.00kr |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 38.05kr |
| co*ke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) | 23.99kr |
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The cost of beer in Copenhagen.
Drinks and brands
The main Swedish specialty is brännvin (literally "burn-wine"), liquor distilled from fermented grain or potatoes. Vodka is the highest grade of brännvin, with brands like Absolut Vodka and Explorer Vodka. Brännvin seasoned with herbs is known as akvavit.
You can buy everything from light beers to vodka at regular supermarkets, rather than dedicated shops that hold the monopoly over high-percentage alcohol. In many other countries, buying any type of alcohol is illegal if you are under 18 years old.
