# Samsø

> island in Denmark

**Wikidata**: [Q216422](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q216422)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsø)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/sams-q216422

## Summary
Samsø is an island in Denmark, located in the Kattegat strait between Zealand and Sweden. It is part of Samsø Municipality and is known for its rural landscape, historical significance, and cultural heritage, including the Nissen's Party, a political movement founded on the island.

## Key Facts
- **Location**: Kattegat strait, between Zealand and Sweden.
- **Municipality**: Part of Samsø Municipality, established on April 1, 1970.
- **Political Significance**: Birthplace of Nissen's Party, a Danish political movement founded in 1919.
- **Geography**: An island in Denmark, surrounded by water.
- **Related Waters**: Samsø Bælt, the waters between Samsø and Sejerø/Røsnæs.
- **Coordinates**: Latitude 55.866666666667, Longitude 10.616666666667.
- **Website**: [Official website](https://www.samsoe.dk/).
- **Image**: Public domain image by Jan Pešula, available on [Wikimedia Commons](https://commons.wikimedia.org/).
- **Wikipedia Title**: "Samsø" (English Wikipedia).

## FAQs
- **What is Samsø's political significance?** Samsø is the birthplace of Nissen's Party, a Danish political movement founded in 1919.
- **What municipality does Samsø belong to?** Samsø is part of Samsø Municipality, which was established on April 1, 1970.
- **Where is Samsø located?** Samsø is an island in the Kattegat strait, between Zealand and Sweden.
- **What are the waters surrounding Samsø?** Samsø Bælt is the body of water between Samsø and Sejerø/Røsnæs.
- **What is the official website of Samsø?** The official website is [www.samsoe.dk](https://www.samsoe.dk/).

## Why It Matters
Samsø holds historical and political significance as the birthplace of Nissen's Party, a movement that has influenced Danish politics. The island's rural landscape and cultural heritage contribute to its unique identity, making it a notable part of Denmark's geographical and political landscape.

## Notable For
- **Political Birthplace**: Home to Nissen's Party, founded in 1919.
- **Geographical Location**: An island in the Kattegat strait, surrounded by water.
- **Cultural Heritage**: Preserves historical and rural traditions.

## Body
### Geography
Samsø is an island in Denmark, located in the Kattegat strait between Zealand and Sweden. It is part of Samsø Municipality, which was established on April 1, 1970. The island is surrounded by water, with Samsø Bælt being the body of water between Samsø and Sejerø/Røsnæs.

### Political Significance
Samsø is notable for being the birthplace of Nissen's Party, a Danish political movement founded in 1919. The party has played a role in Danish politics, reflecting the island's historical and political influence.

### Cultural Heritage
The island preserves its rural and historical traditions, contributing to its unique cultural identity. The official website, [www.samsoe.dk](https://www.samsoe.dk/), provides additional information about the island's heritage and activities.

### Related Entities
- **Denmark**: The country in which Samsø is located.
- **Samsø Municipality**: The municipality that includes Samsø, established in 1970.
- **Nissen's Party**: A political movement founded on Samsø in 1919.
- **Samsø Bælt**: The waters between Samsø and Sejerø/Røsnæs.

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. BnF authorities
3. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
4. GeoNames
5. [iNaturalist](https://www.inaturalist.org/places/inaturalist-places.csv.zip)