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Scan Magazine | Special Theme | Top Experiences in Denmark: Festivals and Culture
Vejle – A small city with powerful spells Nestled between rural landscapes, a UNESCO heritage site and calm, clear water, Vejle is a city that catches the eye. Known for its world-class events and excellent conference facilities, Vejle is making itself known to the world – and with the International FoodPhoto Festival coming up along with the opening of a brand new arena, it’s not hard to see why. The city’s magic is rather compelling. By Caroline Edwards | Photos: Visit Vejle
Vejle is in many ways typically Danish, only better. With a lively, cosy town centre, a wealth of hotels and restaurants and a central location in the heart of the country, it’s a force to be reckoned with. Whether you come here for a conference, a cultural event or a festival, there is always something to do and see, and you never get lost in the crowd. The world comes to Vejle “In Vejle you have the advantage of being a part of the city. With 54,000 in-
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habitants, it’s a place where visitors easily become at one with the surroundings, nobody is overlooked. You don’t need to spend hours on transport as everything is within easy reach,” says Annette Kruse from MeetingVejle. Located just a mere 20-minute drive from Billund Airport and a few hours away from Copenhagen by train, it is easily accessed from both Denmark and abroad, something that will be put to good use now that Vejle has summoned the world.
“We are very lucky to be hosting the International FoodPhoto Festival, an event that originally took place in Spain. However, the organisers were so fascinated by Denmark and what we have to offer that they decided to come to Vejle instead,” explains Kruse, who is excited to welcome the many photographers and industry professionals in October this year. Many people are unaware of this particular photographic discipline, where culinary delights are turned into pieces of art – and it isn’t easy. An artistic take on food “Food photography is known to be one of the toughest disciplines within photography and people often get surprised by the power of the photos. It’s stunning to look at,” says Kruse, hoping that the public will embrace the up-