Svanholms Skove

Explore Svanholm’s 120 hectares of woodland near Skibby on the Hornsherred peninsula, west of Copenhagen. Discover old trees, winding paths and cultural traces in Lystskoven and the hilly Julianehøj Forest around Svanholm Estate.

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Sunlight through green leaves in Svanholm’s woods

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Sunlight between branches in Svanholm’s woods

Gravel path between green trees in Svanholm’s woods

Wooden post beside a path in Svanholm’s woods

Backlit green leaves in Svanholm’s woods

Picnic table beside a clearing in Svanholm’s woods

Trees around the Julianehøj burial mound at Svanholm

Solitary tree beside an open field at Svanholm

Leaves silhouetted against a blue sky at Svanholm

Walkers on a woodland path in Svanholm’s woods

The woods around Svanholm Estate are owned and managed by the Svanholm community, which has lived at the estate and farmed organically since 1978. Woodland management allows trees to seed naturally and some dead wood to decay, providing habitats for fungi and insects.

Lystskoven

West of Svanholm Allé, with its old lime trees, lies Lystskoven. An 800-metre path passes through a restored landscape inspired by the romantic style of the 19th century, with winding paths and arched bridges. Fallen trees are left in place, making the process of decay visible. The ponds were created when the estate’s moat was filled in during the late 19th century.

Julianehøj Forest

Julianehøj Forest covers 51 hectares and contains several historic features. The ground is hilly, with the 69-metre Julianehøj burial mound to the east. It is the highest point on the Hornsherred peninsula. On clear days, views extend towards Roskilde Cathedral and Herlev Hospital near Copenhagen. A former owner landscaped the ancient burial mound as a romantic destination for outings.

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