1947 in Denmark
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- Monarch – Christian X (until 20 April), Frederik IX[1]
- Prime minister – Knud Kristensen (until 13 November), Hans Hedtoft[2]
Events
- 20 April – King Christian X dies, and is succeeded on the throne by his elder son, King Frederik IX.[1]
- 13 November – Prime Minister Knud Kristensen resigns following a motion of no confidence, and is replaced by Hans Hedtoft.[2]
Sports
Football
- Ab wins 1946–47 Danish 1st Division. It is their sixth Danish football championship.
Swimming
- 10–14 September – Denmark wins five gold medals and one bronze medal at the 1947 European Aquatics Championships.
Other
- 29 June The Round Zealand sailing race takes place for the first time.
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