Unless you're British, Japanese or Scandinavian, you'll most likely find Denmark as a very expensive country. In a comparison of price levels of various countries conducted by Eurostat, Denmark's consumer goods are among the most expensive in Europe, just below Norway and Switzerland. High prices stretch far across Denmark, from the big city of Copenhagen to the rural areas of the country. And of course, our little town is no exception.
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A pint of beer in one of our local bars costs around 50 kroner. The same pint sells for about half the price in Germany, less than a quarter in Brazil and an eighth in the Philippines. No matter how tempting, I strongly advise newcomers to refrain from converting currencies in your heads. Besides avoiding priced-induced vertigo, getting accustomed to the living expenses is a real step in settling comfortably in your new home country.
While high prices are the norm in Denmark, Holstebro offers something for every budget. Just when you think it's impossible to have fun in town when you're short on cash, here are some superb suggestions on how to enjoy the city on a 50 kroner budget.
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Where: The Body Shop, Norreport Center - 50kr per person
2. Challenge your friends to a few games of pool
Where: Pool Cafeen Cue - 50kr per hour
3. Go for a swim in the lap pool
Where: Holstebro Badeland - svømmehal - 43kr
4. Grab a cup of coffee and a slice of pie
Where: Center Bageren, Norreport - 35kr
5. Munch happily on a box of Chinese take away
Where: China House, Den Røde Plads 15 - 40kr
6. Take a trip to one of the many local thrift shops, and snag fab finds
Where: Kirkens Genbrug, Sønderlandsgade 15
7. Find a great book to read
Where: Basement of Holstebro Aktivitetcentret, books from 5kr - 25 kr
8. Buy a decent bottle of wine and pick a picnic spot at Holstebro Lystanlæg
Where: Rema 1000, wines from 29 kr
We even mapped all the locations for you! So, the next time you're sulking around the house waiting until your paycheck comes, remember these 8 ideas and you're sure to have a great time on a tight budget!
