Activities in Roskilde – find the best things to do

Looking for activities in Roskilde? Here you’ll find everything from outdoor activities like kayaking, mtb and hiking to guided tours, troll hunts and fun nature experiences. Whether you prefer action, relaxation or family activities, there are plenty of options.

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Find the best activities in Roskilde

Here we’ve gathered the best activities in Roskilde, making it easy for you to find inspiration for what to do. Whether you want to go kayaking on Roskilde Fjord, explore mtb trails, join guided tours or try popular activities like troll hunts, you’ll get a great overview of your options. You’ll also find free activities, options for children and family-friendly experiences in nature.

Roskilde Cykelcenter’s facade with bicycles in the windows

Bike Rentals

Roskilde Cykelcenter - bicycle and e-bike hire

Roskilde, Copenhagen

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

DIY Tours

Find Fjordlandet’s Three Trolls in Roskilde and Hedeland

Roskilde, Copenhagen

View of Roskilde Fjord between trees beside Fjordstien

DIY Tours

Fjordstien - cycling and hiking route

Roskilde, Copenhagen

Skjoldungestien Trail through Bidstrupskovene

DIY Tours

Skjoldungestien - hiking trail

Roskilde, Copenhagen

Spring source in Roskilde Bypark with boy playing at the water’s edge.

DIY Tours

Roskilde - City of Springs | Self-guided walks

Roskilde, Copenhagen

Long wooden walkway over the water at Himmelsøen

Swimming lakes

Himmelsøen near Roskilde - lakeside beach and nature

Roskilde, Copenhagen

Hedeland Ski Slope by Roskilde

Sport and Activities

Hedeland Ski Slope by Roskilde

Roskilde, Copenhagen

Panorama cykling route

DIY Tours

Panoramaruten - cycling by Roskilde Fjord

Roskilde, Copenhagen