Practical
information
Below you will find some practical information regarding your stay at Rønshoved.
Transport
From Copenhagen Airport, a metro train will take you to Copenhagen Central Station. From the central station, there will be trains going to Gråsten; the ticket price is around 400 DKK. From Gråsten Station, you take bus no. 110 towards Flensburg (a 15-minute bus ride to the school). Just tell the bus driver to stop at the højskole, and he knows where you're heading.
You can also book a taxi by requesting one by phone, +45 48 48 48 48, but be aware that Danish taxi service is extremely expensive.
Insurance
Health insurance
As an international student in Denmark, if you get a residence permit and register with the municipal registration office upon your arrival, you will be covered by the Danish national healthcare within approximately six to eight weeks.
Therefore, it is advisable to purchase an insurance policy for at least the first eight weeks of your stay when you will not yet be covered by Danish national health insurance. In addition, you may want to consider purchasing a private plan for the duration of your stay, which could provide coverage such as repatriation coverage, to cover you on the trip to and from Denmark and any other trips, and for the additional protections a private plan provides. Please read our terms and conditions for more information about insurances.
Theft insurance
You are advised to insure yourself privately. The school takes no responsibility for lost or stolen articles. The school has a safe where you can keep money, flight tickets, passport, and other small valuables you might bring with you.
Money and banks
Denmark has its own currency, the Krone ("Crown"). It is shortened as DKK in international money markets and "kr." in daily use.
The Krone is pegged to the Euro, so its value relative to other currencies fluctuates with that of its neighbors to the south.
ATMs
Most banks in Denmark have automated teller machines (ATMs) that give cash advances on Visa and MasterCard credit cards, as well as Cirrus and Plus bank cards. Although ATMs are accessible outside normal banking hours, not all are open 24 hours.
Typically, you’ll get a good rate when withdrawing money directly from a Danish ATM, but keep in mind that your home bank may charge you a fee for international transactions or for using another bank’s ATM – check before you leave.
You can withdraw money from the school office. We take Visa, MasterCard, and most other types of plastic cards.
Cash
The school is situated close to the German border, and many grocery stores, cafés, shops, etc., allow you to pay in Euros.
Credit cards
Credit cards such as Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted in Denmark, although don’t expect to use anything other than a Danish domestic card at supermarkets. American Express and Diners Club are also accepted, but not as often.
What do I need to bring?
- Passport, visa, and other official documents
- Copy of paid liability insurance
- Nice clothes for parties, galla, concerts etc. - if you have it.
- Binders, paper, pens and pencils (can also be bought in the school kiosk)
- Towels and bed linen (if you want to rent towels and bed linen, you will be charged 150 DKK)
- Musical instrument, if you play music
- Laptop, if you need it.
- Sleeping bag and sleeping mat if you have it (if you choose Outdoor Life). Otherwise you can borrow from the school. A headlamp is also a good idea.
- Outdoor boots (if you choose Gardening class or other outdoor classes)
- Analogue camera (if you choose Photography class).
- Walking shoes and rain coat.
Facilities
Laundry room
- Washing is 15 Kroner, and drying is 20 Kroner.
Kiosk
- A limited assortment of goods.
Wi-Fi
Library
- We have a decent library with mostly Danish literature.
Music room
We have a fully equipped music room at your disposal. We also have eight pianos around the around that you can use for practise if you choose the piano class.
Weekends
You can stay at the school during all weekends. Catering during weekends is included in the price of the stay.
Holidays
During stays that extend over Christmas or summer, there is a period when you must go home or travel for the holiday.
Summer Holiday 2026: June 22 - August 16 (both days inclusive)
Christmas Holiday 2026/27: December 14, 2026 - January 3, 2027 (both days inclusive)
Summer Holiday 2027: June 21 - August 15 (both days inclusive)
