Denmark Counties

The Len in Denmark ( - 1659)
During Medieval times Denmark was organized into areas called Lens. Each Len was under the supervision of a government appointed Lensmand who managed the Kings affairs within the Len.

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The Counties of Denmark (1662 - 1793)
In 1662 Denmark was organized into 48 Counties.

The Counties of Denmark (1793 - 1970)
In 1793 the County organization was reorganized into 24 Counties.