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If you’re in Denmark in February, you’ll probably notice children in costumes, wooden barrels being hit with bats, and an alarming number of cream-filled buns in every bakery window. That’s Fastelavn, one of Denmark’s most beloved and confusing traditions.
In this episode of What Are You Doing in Denmark, Derek and Brooke break down what Fastelavn actually is, where it comes from, and what you should expect as an international living in Denmark. From its roots as the Northern European version of Carnival, to historic Fastelavn processions, children singing for treats, and the very strange tradition of “hitting the cat out of the barrel,” we explain how this holiday evolved and why it still matters today.
We also talk about Fastelavn songs, costumes, and most importantly fastelavnsboller, the cream-filled buns that quietly turn February into Denmark’s sweetest month.
Whether you’re new to Denmark or just wondering why everyone suddenly cares so much about pastries, this episode will help Fastelavn make a little more sense.
Derek Hartman:
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www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
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https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Referenced:
Check out Ilana Buhl for fastelavnsboller content
https://www.instagram.com/the_lykke_charm
https://www.tiktok.com/@the_lykke_charm
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
📢 Send your questions and/or comments.
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👉 Remember to tell your friends about the podcast.
👀 More living in Denmark tips:
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By Robetrotting5
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If you’re in Denmark in February, you’ll probably notice children in costumes, wooden barrels being hit with bats, and an alarming number of cream-filled buns in every bakery window. That’s Fastelavn, one of Denmark’s most beloved and confusing traditions.
In this episode of What Are You Doing in Denmark, Derek and Brooke break down what Fastelavn actually is, where it comes from, and what you should expect as an international living in Denmark. From its roots as the Northern European version of Carnival, to historic Fastelavn processions, children singing for treats, and the very strange tradition of “hitting the cat out of the barrel,” we explain how this holiday evolved and why it still matters today.
We also talk about Fastelavn songs, costumes, and most importantly fastelavnsboller, the cream-filled buns that quietly turn February into Denmark’s sweetest month.
Whether you’re new to Denmark or just wondering why everyone suddenly cares so much about pastries, this episode will help Fastelavn make a little more sense.
Derek Hartman:
https://www.instagram.com/derekhartmandk
https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
https://tiktok.com/@derekhartmandk
www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Referenced:
Check out Ilana Buhl for fastelavnsboller content
https://www.instagram.com/the_lykke_charm
https://www.tiktok.com/@the_lykke_charm
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
📢 Send your questions and/or comments.
voice: https://www.speakpipe.com/waydid
email: [email protected]
👉 Remember to tell your friends about the podcast.
👀 More living in Denmark tips:
https://instagram.com/waydidpod
https://www.facebook.com/RobeTrotting/
🎧 #VoteHome podcast: https://pod.link/1742152076
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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