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Experiences near Skjoldungernes Land National Park

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As you explore the national park in the heart of Zealand, you'll find yourself close to a wide range of attractions and activities. On this page, you can discover inspiration for places to visit and things to experience while spending time in the national park.

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Herslev Bryghus – Organic Farm Brewery and Restaurant Øl & Mad

Welcome to Herslev Bryghus – an organic farm brewery located in the heart of the Fjordland, just 30 minutes from Copenhagen. Here, you’ll discover the taste of the landscape: freshly brewed craft beer...

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The Boserup Forest
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The Boserup Forest

Welcome to the Boserup Forest

where "the anemones blossom earlier and more beautiful than elsewhere in Denmark" (Gustav Wied 1902).

The earth of the Boserup Forest is particularly fertile and the terr...

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vinterbadning
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Winter Swimming in Fjordlandet

This guide is for those dreaming of taking the plunge as a winter swimmer, as well as for anyone looking for information about good swimming spots or winter swimming clubs in the Fjordlandet area.

Hedeland MTB Tours
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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 o...

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Lynghøjsøerne | Swimming, mountain biking and nature experiences near Roskilde

Lynghøjsøerne is a recreational nature area west of the historic city of Roskilde, created in a former gravel pit called Svogerslev Grusgrav. Here, you can enjoy three clear, blue lakes where you can ...

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Café Garden of Sct. Hans
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Café Garden of Sct. Hans

At the café in Sct. Hans Have, you’ll find a menu based on the finest organic ingredients – either harvested directly from the garden or sourced from the fertile countryside around Roskilde. You can e...

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Gimle Music Venue – music, culture and community
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Gimle Music Venue – music, culture and community

At the music venue Gimle in Roskilde, you can experience everything from intimate concerts to large-scale events in a truly unique setting. Here, music, culture and community come together in the old ...

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Lejre Museum
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Lejre Museum

Lejre was a centre of power and a royal seat during the Viking and early Iron Age - not just for one king or for a short time, but for more than 500 years! The area is also known as the home of the fi...

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Fjordlandet Outdoor
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Fjordlandet Outdoor

Fjordlandet Outdoor gives you the opportunity to explore the Nationalpark Skjoldungernes Land with a guide. You can hike or bike. Also it is possible to go by kayak and paddleboard. Fjordlandet Outdoo...

Glasgalleriet – discover the art of glass up close

At Glasgalleriet by Roskilde Harbour, you can watch the glassblower at work and experience how molten glass is transformed into unique artworks. Here you will find a working workshop, exhibition, and ...

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Lützhøfts Old Grocer’s Shop – an authentic 1920s store in Roskilde

Step into Lützhøfts Old Grocer's Shop and experience the atmosphere of life 100 years ago. Explore the authentic shop, step behind the counter, listen to fascinating stories, and buy traditional goods...

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Roskilde Cathedral – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and 800 years of royal history

Roskilde Cathedral is Denmark’s most important church – a Gothic medieval cathedral, royal mausoleum, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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The Museum of Contemporary Art
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The Museum of Contemporary Art

The Museum of Contemporary Art in Roskilde invites you to explore the many forms of contemporary art. Here you will encounter art in urban spaces, at festivals, in nature and in historic buildings – a...

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Saint Laurentius Church - 900 years of history hidden beneath Roskilde

Beneath Roskilde’s lively main square lies a medieval church ruin featuring a rare brick floor and dramatic stories from the city’s distant past. The ruins of Saint Laurentius' Church and the preserve...

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Roskilde Museum – 1,000 Years of History from the Prehistoric Period to Today

At Roskilde Museum, visitors can explore 1,000 years of history in one of Denmark’s oldest cities. The exhibitions range from ancient times and the Middle Ages to the modern era, and your visit can be...

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Velkommen til Lise Nørgaards Roskilde

Følg med på denne tur rundt i Roskilde og oplev Lise Nørgaards barndomsby.

 

Outdoor Adventures
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Outdoor Adventures

Unikke oplevelser i Nationalpark Skjoldungernes Land

Outdoor Adventures er din hjælpende hånd til firmaevents og individuelle oplevelser i Nationalpark Skjoldungernes Land. Alle oplevelser skabes af ...

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Roskilde Monastery – A cultural and historical gem in the heart of the city

When you visit Roskilde Monastery, you step into a time capsule in the heart of the city. Here, you can experience a historic complex with a garden, church, and the Knight’s Hall. On a guided tour, yo...

Himmelsøen - The old gravel pit lake

The little secret lake in Roskilde between beautiful nature

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Discover Musicon – Roskilde’s creative district

Musicon is Roskilde’s vibrant new district, bursting with creativity, culture, and unique experiences. Here, homes, workplaces, leisure activities, and cultural attractions are seamlessly blended. Vis...

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KunstSmedjen - The Art Forge
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KunstSmedjen - The Art Forge

KunstSmedjen at Musicon in Roskilde is an art workshop, artist studio, gallery, art school, and a stage for music and performance.

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Formhuset, Musicon - A Collective Designstore

Make a stop at Formhuset – a creative designstore in the lively Musicon district of Roskilde. Here, you can explore Danish design and craftsmanship created by local artists with an eye for detail and ...

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Try the Tour de France stage from Roskilde with Mads Pedersen

On Saturday 2 July 2022, the 2nd stage set off from Roskilde through the scenic Fjordland - a unique area around Roskilde Fjord and Isefjord.

Jump on the bike and ride in former world champion Mads P...

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Lejre Land of Legends – Experience 13,000 Years of Danish History

Lejre Land of Legends is a unique attraction with its large and famous King's Hall, houses and environments from the Stone Age, the Iron Age, the Viking Age as well as workshops. Discover a historical...

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Denmark's Rock Museum, RAGNAROCK
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Denmark's Rock Museum, RAGNAROCK

Look forward to a different kind of museum experience at RAGNAROCK – a vibrant music experimentarium where you can hear, see and feel your way through the history of rhythmic music. From rock’n’roll t...

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Find Fjordlandet’s Three Trolls in Roskilde and Hedeland
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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 R...

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Panorama Cykling Route
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Panorama Cykling Route

Enjoy the views over Roskilde Fjord and discover charming villages, deep forests, and the beautiful Ice Age landscapes that define Fjordlandet and the Skjoldungernes Land National Park along the Panor...

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Green ExperienceRestaurant Herthadalen
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Restaurant Herthadalen

Restaurant Herthadalen is beautifully situated in the forest, at the end of Denmark’s longest avenue, Ledreborg Allé, and right in the heart of Skjoldungernes Land National Park. Here, you’ll enjoy a ...

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Roskilde Festival - Northern Europe’s largest
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Roskilde Festival - Northern Europe’s largest

Roskilde Festival is Northern Europe’s largest music and cultural event, held every year in the city of Roskilde, Denmark. Founded in 1971, the festival now attracts up to 130,000 participants from ar...

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Hegnsholt Organic Farm & shop
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Hegnsholt Organic Farm & shop

Hegnsholt is a vibrant organic farm with a farm shop and animals, set in close harmony with nature. Here, you can experience everyday rural life, enjoy freshly baked bread, and witness the changing se...

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Ledreborg Palace & Park
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Ledreborg Palace & Park

Ledreborg Palace is beautifully located at the end of Denmark’s longest avenue, Ledreborg Allé, right in the heart of Skjoldungernes Land National Park. Here, you can look forward to an exceptional ex...

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Gunhild's Gallery
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Gunhild's Gallery

Visit Gunhild’s Gallery and experience colourful paintings full of joy and imagination. Explore the garden, bring the children along for creative activities, and enjoy art in harmony with nature and t...

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Swimming pool
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Swimming pool

Sæby-Gershøj Svømmebad & Minigolf (Saeby-Gershoej swimming pool & minigolf) is a little oasis in the north of Lejre municipality, where during the summer children and grown-ups can swim, have fun, soa...

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Bolund by Roskilde Fjord – Ice Age landscape, hiking and birdlife

Bolund is a protected peninsula north of Risø on Roskilde Fjord in eastern Denmark. The landscape was shaped during the last Ice Age and consists of a flat top, steep slopes, and a narrow land strip c...

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Snoremark - New Nordic Mead
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Snoremark - New Nordic Mead

At Snoremark, you can experience an organic meadery and cider orchard, where award-winning mead, cider, and specialities are crafted from local ingredients. Taste both historical and modern brews, spe...

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