# Nakskov

> town in Denmark

**Wikidata**: [Q24231](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q24231)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nakskov)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/nakskov

## Summary
Nakskov is a town in Denmark located in Lolland Municipality, of which it serves as a municipality capital. Situated near the Nakskov Fjord, the town had a population of 12,495 as of 2022. It is a recognized city with a deep historical record, documented in sources like *Trap Danmark* and the *Encyclopædia Britannica*.

## Key Facts
- **Classification**: City (instance of a large human settlement).
- **Location**: Lolland Municipality, Denmark.
- **Administrative Role**: Capital of Nakskov Municipality.
- **Geography**: Situated on or next to Nakskov Fjord.
- **Coordinates**: 54.833333333333 N, 11.15 E.
- **Population**: 12,495 (2022).
- **Timezone**: UTC+01:00 (standard time), UTC+02:00 (daylight saving time).
- **UN/LOCODE**: DKNAK.
- **Danish Urban Area Code**: 10506.
- **Sister Cities**: Eckernförde, Alsfeld, Šilutė, Smiltene, Varkaus.

## Historical Population Data
- **1921**: 12,984
- **1925**: 13,817
- **1930**: 14,742
- **1935**: 14,522
- **1940**: 15,096
- **1945**: 15,506
- **1950**: 16,074
- **1955**: 16,602
- **1960**: 16,639 (Peak recorded population in provided data)
- **1965**: 16,032
- **2004**: 15,041
- **2009**: 13,886
- **2010**: 13,697
- **2013**: 13,243
- **2014**: 12,866
- **2022**: 12,495

## FAQs
**What is Nakskov's geographical location?**
Nakskov is located in Denmark within Lolland Municipality. The town's exact coordinates are 54.833333333333 latitude and 11.15 longitude, and it is situated next to Nakskov Fjord.

**How has Nakskov's population changed over time?**
The town's population peaked at 16,639 in 1960 but has declined in subsequent decades. Records show a population of 13,243 in 2013 and 12,495 in 2022.

**Which international cities is Nakskov twinned with?**
Nakskov is twinned with five administrative bodies: Eckernförde and Alsfeld (Germany), Šilutė (Lithuania), Smiltene (Latvia), and Varkaus (Finland).

**What are the technical identifiers for Nakskov?**
The town has a UN/LOCODE of DKNAK, a Danish Urban Area Code of 10506, and a GeoNames ID of 2616599. It also holds a GND ID (4321579-8) and a VIAF ID (132662626).

## Why It Matters
Nakskov is a significant Danish town that serves as the capital of its namesake municipality. Its inclusion in the "WikiProject 1000 important articles about Denmark" highlights its relevance within the country's cultural and geographical landscape. The town's demographic data, spanning from 1921 to 2022, provides a long-term view of population trends in the region, showing a significant demographic shift from its 1960 peak. Furthermore, its extensive documentation in major encyclopedias and library systems worldwide underscores its established historical and administrative importance.

## Notable For
- Being the capital of Nakskov Municipality.
- An extensive population record spanning over 100 years (1921–2022).
- Twinning with five different cities across Europe (Germany, Lithuania, Latvia, Finland).
- Having a dedicated coat of arms and historical seal.
- Inclusion in the *Encyclopædia Britannica* 11th edition and multiple editions of *Trap Danmark*.
- Presence on Wikipedia in 24 different languages.

## Body

### Geography and Administration
Nakskov is a town (classified as a city) located in Lolland Municipality, Denmark. It functions as the capital of the Nakskov Municipality. The town's geographic coordinates are 54.833333333333 latitude and 11.15 longitude. It is located in or next to a body of water known as Nakskov Fjord.

The town operates within the Central European Time zone, utilizing UTC+01:00 for standard time and UTC+02:00 for daylight saving time. Its official UN/LOCODE is DKNAK, and it has a Danish Urban Area Code of 10506.

### Demographics
Nakskov has detailed population records dating back to 1921. The population grew steadily from 12,984 in 1921 to a peak of 16,639 in 1960. Following this peak, the population began to decline:
- **1970s-2000s**: The population was 16,032 in 1965 and 15,041 in 2004.
- **2010s**: It further decreased to 13,697 in 2010 and 12,866 in 2014.
- **2020s**: The most recent data point lists the population at 12,495 in 2022.

### International Relations
The town maintains official twinning agreements with five European administrative bodies:
- **Eckernförde** (Germany)
- **Alsfeld** (Germany)
- **Šilutė** (Lithuania)
- **Smiltene** (Latvia)
- **Varkaus** (Finland)

### Media and Documentation
Nakskov is widely documented across various academic and public platforms.
- **Encyclopedias**: It is described by the *Encyclopædia Britannica* 11th edition and the Nationalencyklopedin (ne.se_id: nakskov). It is also covered in the 3rd and 5th editions of *Trap Danmark*.
- **Wikimedia**: The topic's main category is "Category:Nakskov," and it is listed on the "WikiProject 1000 important articles about Denmark." The town has a Wikipedia presence in 24 languages, including Danish, English, German, French, and Russian.
- **Images**: Visual documentation includes a page banner, a seal image, and a coat of arms image hosted on Wikimedia Commons.

### Library and Database Identifiers
The entity is indexed in numerous international library and geographical databases:
- **Library of Congress Authority ID**: n91060032
- **GND ID**: 4321579-8
- **VIAF ID**: 132662626
- **GeoNames ID**: 2616599
- **Getty Thesaurus of Geographic Names ID**: 1028036
- **Bibliothèque Nationale de France ID**: 15536562q
- **Alvin ID**: alvin-place:412
- **WorldCat Entities ID**: E39PBJbGXcvrKCm8hbQcFGMMfq
- **Quora Topic**: Nakskov
- **BBC Things ID**: 84e83b26-36c7-4300-a4be-669fdc296ab7

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. BnF authorities
3. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
4. Flickr Shapefiles Public Dataset 2.0
5. GeoNames
6. BBC Things
7. Quora
8. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File