On and by the water

Roskilde Fjord invites you to enjoy experiences on and by the water around the towns of Roskilde, Lejre and Frederikssund. Along the fjord’s gentle shores, you’ll find welcoming bathing spots with shallow, calm waters, ideal for families as well as for a quiet swim in scenic natural surroundings.

The fjord is rich in fish and attracts anglers throughout the year, whether casting a line from the shore or from a boat. The tranquil waters are well suited to kayaking, paddleboarding and small boats at an unhurried pace. From the water, the landscape opens up with green meadows, small inlets and stretches of coastline shaped by history and a living fjord culture.

Bathing spots and fishing

Photo: Dorte Hedengran

Swimming Spots in Fjordlandet

Photo: Miriam Skjerning

Winter Swimming in Fjordlandet

Photo: Hans Ole Madsen

A guide to the best fishing spots in Fjordlandet

Photo: Keld Juul Michaelsen

Fjord life in Fjordlandet

Photo: Sarah Green

Sarah Green – Experiences at Roskilde Fjord

Photo: Anders Rugbjerg Hoppe Anders Hoppe @projectscandinavia

Locals recommend: Child-friendly fishing spots

Activities on the fjord

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Explore the fjord from a National Park canoe or dinghy

Skjoldungernes Land offers everything you could wish for in a national park – from fjords and forests to cultural heritage. With the park’s free canoes and dinghies, you can experience it all from the water.

Kayakers on Roskilde Fjord with the coastline of Roskilde in the background.

Photo: Kajakmanden© VisitFjordlandet

Kajakmanden – experience the fjord from the water

Kajakmanden offers active outdoor experiences on Roskilde Fjord, with sea kayaks for hire and guided kayaking tours set in scenic natural surroundings. The experience is suitable for both beginners and experienced paddlers and provides a unique perspective on the fjord landscape when viewed from the water.

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Fjordlandet Outdoor – Guided Nature Experiences in Skjoldungernes Land National Park

Fjordlandet Outdoor presents guided experiences in Skjoldungernes Land National Park – on land and on the water. Led by local guides, participants are invited into the fjord landscape for shared outdoor activities where nature, history and culture come together.

Marinas

Along the fjords, you’ll find a number of charming marinas – ranging from small, atmospheric harbours to larger marinas offering full facilities. What they all share is their close connection to the water and a relaxed, unhurried pace.

Photo: VisitRoskilde© Patrick Holbek

Roskilde Harbour – a vibrant harbour environment in Roskilde

Roskilde Harbour is beautifully situated at the head of Roskilde Fjord, close to the city’s historic centre. The harbour serves as a vibrant meeting place for sailors, visitors and locals, offering access to the fjord, cultural attractions and recreational experiences throughout the year.

Photo: VisitLejre© Helle Serup

Gershøj Harbour on Roskilde Fjord

Gershøj Harbour is located on the western shore of Roskilde Fjord in the small fjord-side village of Gershøj. The harbour is an active meeting place with a strong maritime atmosphere, views across the fjord, and access to accommodation, overnight stays and waterside experiences.

Photo: VisitLejre

Ejby Harbour – an idyllic small dinghy and fishing harbour in Bramsnæsvig

Ejby Harbour is a small, charming dinghy and fishing harbour located in Bramsnæsvig on the Hornsherred peninsula, an area known for its open landscapes and coastal scenery north-west of Copenhagen.

Jyllinge Marina – the maritime hub of Roskilde Fjord

Jyllinge Marina is located on Roskilde Fjord and serves as a central meeting point for sailors and visitors in Jyllinge. The marina combines a scenic waterside setting with good facilities and easy access to the town’s shops, cafés and local attractions.

Herslev Harbour – a marina in peaceful surroundings on Roskilde Fjord

Herslev Harbour is located in calm, nature-rich surroundings on Roskilde Fjord, just north of Roskilde. The harbour serves as a local meeting place for sailors and visitors, with direct access to the fjord, a small beach and the surrounding landscape within Skjoldungernes Land National Park.

Experience Fjordlandet on land

In Fjordlandet, a wide range of onshore experiences awaits everyone, with nature ready to be explored by bike or on foot. You’ll find both family-friendly routes and longer trails through forests, rolling hills and along the fjord.