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Gilleleje, Denmark
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Gilleleje is a small city in Capital Region, Denmark with a population of 6,781. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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About Gilleleje
Gilleleje is a fishing town and seaside resort on the north coast of the peninsula North Zealand, Denmark. The town is located at the northernmost point of the island of Zealand. It is one of the main towns of the Gribskov municipality in Region Hovedstaden in Denmark. As of 1 January 2025, it has a population of 6,596.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,781 |
| Population Density | 60 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.1220°, 12.3106° |
| Timezone | Europe/Copenhagen |
| Country | 🇩🇰 Denmark |
| State / Province | Capital Region |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.4 inches (595 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.0 inches (13 cm) |
About Gilleleje
Gilleleje is a small city in Denmark (Capital Region) with a population of 6,781. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Copenhagen.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.9°F |
| 15% below Denmark avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 294 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 113.9 sq mi (295.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 60/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.1220°N, 12.3106°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Copenhagen |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 2.1 in |
Gilleleje has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 31°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Gilleleje
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Munkerupgård Kursusejendom | — | — | — | — |
| Gilleleje Skole Parkvej | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Gilleleje
33 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| POP FM DK | 2000s, classic hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DR P2 (AAC) | — | AAC 324 kbps | |
| Danmarks Radio p2 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DR P2 | classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DR P5 | danmarks radio, dr | MP3 128 kbps | |
| nordic lodge copenhagen | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| POP FM 80er | 1980s, 80's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Höganäs Närradio (SE) | 1950s, 1960s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mix FM Gribskov, Retro Nord | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Humleborg | big band, crooners | MP3 | |
| Radio Soft - Københavns NR - Bispebjerg LR - Bella Chr | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| World Music Radio | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Guldkanalen Helsingborg (SE) | oldies | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Partyfm | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DR 6 Beat | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Danmarks Radio P3 | classical music, intelligent | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DR P5 Trekanten | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 902 FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| DR P5 Midt/Vest | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rockkanalen | classic rock, pop rock | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Boost | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DR P5 Syd | — | AAC 324 kbps | |
| Retro Millennium | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| DR P5 Østjylland | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Panini | club, community radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| DR P5 Esbjerg | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Helsingør FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Jazzkanalen | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| DR P5 Fyn | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Midtsjælland | — | MP3 | |
| UMLANDO Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| X FM K | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Fasanen Frederiksberg | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Gilleleje
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allerød Kunstforening | ||||
| Bräcke mölla | ||||
| Else Klugs Cafemuseum | ||||
| Esrum Abbey | ||||
| Falkonergården | ||||
| Flynderupgaardmuseet | ||||
| Folkemuseet | ||||
| Fredensborg Museum | ||||
| Gillelejegruppen | ||||
| Gribskov Arkiv | ||||
| Hammermøllen | ||||
| Horserødlejrens Museum | ||||
| Hørsholm Egns Museum | ||||
| Kullabergs Naturum | ||||
| Laugø Smedie | ||||
| Munkeruphus | ||||
| Nivaagaard Teglværks Ringovn | ||||
| Nivaagaards Malerisamling | ||||
| Nordsjællands folkemuseum | ||||
| Rudolph Tegners Museum | ||||
| Rungstedlund | ||||
| The Museum of National History |
Libraries in Gilleleje
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLIK - Græsted Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Espergærde Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Fredensborg Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Helsinge Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillerød Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Hornbæk Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Hørsholm Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Humlebæk Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Nivå Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Skævinge Bibliotek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gilleleje
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Andersen Nexøs Square | |||||
| Salthallarna | |||||
| Torvet |
Hotels in Gilleleje
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gilleleje
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gilleleje
13 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gilleleje
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gilleleje
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gilleleje
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gilleleje
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Gilleleje
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gilleleje
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Det Våde Får Mikrobryggeri | ||||
| Höganäs Bryggeri | ||||
| Ølsnedkeren |
Stadiums & Teams in Gilleleje
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Gilleleje
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CopenHill | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Gilleleje
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Copenhagen Kastrup Airport | CPH | Large Airport |
| Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport | AGH | Medium Airport |
| Copenhagen Roskilde Airport | RKE | Medium Airport |
| Halmstad Airport | HAD | Medium Airport |
| Annisse flyveplads | — | Small Airport |
| Avedøre Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Frederikssund Nord Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Frederikssund Syd Flyveplads | — | Small Airport |
| Freerslev | — | Small Airport |
| Gilleleje Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gørløse Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Grønholt Hillerød Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hesselø Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Höganäs Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Holbæk (Ny Hagested) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kågeröd Simmelsberga Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lagan Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Landskrona Enoch Thulins Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ringsted Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Slaglille Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sølager Airfiield | — | Small Airport |
| Tølløse Flying Club Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Väster Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vellinge Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Gilleleje
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Kongens Ø Munkerup |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gilleleje
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gilleleje Kirke | |
| Smidstrup Strandkirke |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Denmark
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What is the population of Gilleleje?
Gilleleje has a population of 6,781 residents and is located in Denmark. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 113.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gilleleje?
Gilleleje has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.4 inches, with 5.0 inches of snow.