Hedeland day trip from Copenhagen by train and bike

Explore Hedeland on a day trip from Copenhagen by train and bike. Discover giant wooden trolls, lakes and hilltop views, and stop for lunch at the golf club. You can also continue to Roskilde via Frellsen and Musicon before taking the train back.

Stor troldeskulptur af træ siddende mellem træerne i skoven

Photo: Mia Steiness© Glade Anders af Thomas Dambo

Explore Hedeland by bike

From Hedehusene Station, Hedeland is just a short ride away. Paths wind through former gravel pits, where lakes, hills and green spaces now shape the landscape. Bringing your bike lets you explore more of the park, with time to stop for the views or take a break along the way. If you would like to try mountain biking, you can also book a guided tour.

Lake in Hedeland Nature Park surrounded by autumn-coloured trees and reeds along the shore.

Photo: Kristjan Loek

Hedeland Nature Park – nature, culture, and experiences all year round

Between Roskilde, Hedehusene and Tune lies Hedeland Nature Park – a vast and varied landscape where nature, culture and outdoor life come together.

Photo: Hedeland MTB Tours

Hedeland MTB Tours

Hop on your mountain bike and explore Hedeland Nature Park's rolling landscape on two wheels. At Hedeland MTB Tours, you can join a guided tour focused on nature, exercise and togetherness – or head out on your own and discover the area at your own pace.

Find the trolls and enjoy the hilltop views

Two of Thomas Dambo’s giant wooden trolls are hidden in Hedeland: Glade Anders and Måne Mor. Park your bike and explore the smaller paths on foot to find them. You can also stop at the ski hill and walk to the top for views across the landscape.

A giant wooden troll sculpture made from recycled wood, sitting in a forest clearing with hair of branches

Photo: Mia Steiness© Måne Mor by Thomas Dambo

Find Fjordlandet’s Three Trolls in Roskilde and Hedeland

In Fjordlandet – a scenic region west of Copenhagen – you can meet three of Thomas Dambo’s famous recycled-wood trolls: Runde Rie, Glade Anders and Måne Mor. They are hidden in the landscapes around Roskilde and Hedeland, inviting children and adults alike to go on an outdoor troll hunt.

Photo: VisitRoskilde© Skibakken i Hedeland

Hedeland Ski Slope by Roskilde

Hedeland Ski Slope is Denmark’s largest alpine ski facility and offers most of the amenities typically associated with alpine skiing in Denmark.

Ride the Hedeland heritage railway

Close to Hedehusene Station, Hedehusgård Station is the starting point for Hedelands Veteranbane, the park’s heritage railway. On operating days, you can experience the landscape aboard a vintage train travelling along the narrow-gauge line through Hedeland. It is a good stop for families and anyone interested in historic trains. Check the timetable before choosing the day for your visit.

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Hedeland Vintage Railway – Heritage Trains and Museum in Scenic Hedeland

Hedeland Vintage Railway takes visitors on a nostalgic journey through the former gravel pits of Hedeland. Here, historic trains, beautiful nature and the story of Denmark’s industrial railways come together in a recreational landscape with space for both relaxation and exploration.

Stop for lunch at Hedeland Golf Club

If you have not brought a picnic, stop at Café Le Club at Hedeland Golf Club. The café serves Danish open sandwiches, sandwiches and hot dishes, making it a convenient place for a lunch break while exploring Hedeland. Check the café’s opening hours before setting off. If you enjoy golf, you can also plan your day around a visit to the course.

Golf course at Hedeland Golf Club in the evening sun with bunker and green surroundings.

Photo: Klaus Hybler© Hedeland Golfklub

Hedeland Golf Club – golfing experiences in unique natural surroundings

Play golf in scenic surroundings at Hedeland Nature Park, where rolling terrain, lakes, and rich wildlife create a unique experience close to Hedehusene. Here, you will find both an 18-hole course and a challenging par 3 course in peaceful recreational surroundings.

Experience open-air opera

On performance days, Opera Hedeland can be the highlight of your visit. The nature park’s amphitheatre provides the setting for opera under the open sky. Plan your bike ride with time for a break and the performance, and choose fewer stops along the way.

Opera performance at Opera Hedeland with illuminated stage and a full outdoor amphitheatre by the lake.

Photo: Mikal Schlosser© Opera Hedeland

Opera Hedeland – grand opera experiences under the open sky

Opera Hedeland is Denmark’s largest permanent outdoor opera venue and provides the setting for major musical experiences in a raw and atmospheric landscape. Located west of Copenhagen, the site creates an informal environment where nature, performing arts and audiences come together outdoors.

Continue towards Roskilde with a sweet stop at Frellsen

If you would like to finish your day in Roskilde, you can plan your bike ride via Frellsen’s chocolate factory shop on Industrivej. Pick up chocolate or Danish flødeboller — chocolate-coated marshmallow treats — for the journey home, and look through the glass into the production area when work is underway. Guided tours and flødebolle workshops must be booked in advance.

Production of cream puffs at Frellsen, with foam being piped onto a chocolate base.

Photo: Frellsen Chokolade

Frellsen Chocolate Factory Shop in Roskilde

At Frellsen Chocolate in Roskilde, you can enjoy the aroma of freshly made chocolate and watch the chocolatiers at work in the open production area.

Finish your day with music, food and city life in Roskilde

Before taking the train back to Copenhagen, you can visit Musicon. Explore the former industrial district, take a break in RabalderParken or visit the Rock Museum if you have time for more. Close to Roskilde Station, Røde Port is an option for a meal and a drink before your journey home.

Group on a guided tour in front of a red building at Musicon in Roskilde

Discover Musicon in Roskilde: Guided tours, urban life and art

Discover Musicon in Roskilde, where art, architecture, culture and urban life come together. Learn more about the district’s history and development on a guided tour, or explore it at your own pace.

The Rock Museum in Roskilde

Experience the Rock Museum (known in Danish as “Rockmuseet”) in Roskilde – an interactive museum filled with sound, light and stories about rock, pop and youth culture. Here, you can hear, see and feel the music from the 1950s to the present day in one of Denmark’s most unique museum experiences.

Photo: VisitRoskilde

Rabalder Parken

In the heart of Musicon in Roskilde lies Rabalder Park – an award-winning urban park that blends play, recreation, and climate adaptation. Designed as a rainwater management system, the park also serves as a creative urban space for both children and adults.

The draught beer taps at Røde Port Bistro

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„Røde Port“ – Brewery, Bistro and Bottleshop

Pop by Røde Port and experience the perfect blend of food, music and craft beer – right in the heart of Roskilde, just a few steps from Roskilde Station.

Practical information: Trains, bikes and your return journey

Getting to Hedeland by train from Copenhagen
Plan your journey from Copenhagen to Hedehusene Station by regional train. From the station, Hedehusgård at the northern entrance to Hedeland is approximately a five-minute walk away. Find directions from the heritage railway.

Taking your bike on the train
Bringing your bike makes it easier to explore different parts of Hedeland in one day. Choose a bike suitable for gravel paths and bring water. When visiting the trolls, you can park your bike and walk the final stretch.

DSB currently allows bikes to travel free on regional trains on weekdays from 09:00 to 15:00 and from 18:00 to 06:00, and all day on Saturdays and Sundays, subject to available space. At other times, you need a bicycle ticket. Different rules apply if you take an InterCity train back from Roskilde. Check DSB’s current bike rules.