Holiday Magazine My NorthSealand 2022

M Y N O R T H S E A L A N D / 2 0 2 2 / 2 0 2 3 

MY 

NORTH 

SEALAND 

FREE MAGAZINE / 2022/2023 

The best 

BEACHES WALKS MUSEUMS EATERIES 

ACCOMMODATION CYCLING ROUTES ATTRACTIONS 

CHARMING TOWNS, 

FASCINATING CULTURE, 

HISTORIC CASTLES, 

BEAUTIFUL BEACHES 

AND BREATHTAKING NATURE 

Official guide to 

great experiences 

in North Sealand

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

06 

THE LITTLE BREAKS ALONG THE WAY 

MAP OF NORTH SEALAND 

08 

CULTURAL & NATURAL TREASURES 

Tisvildeleje, Rågeleje, 

Gilleleje, Esrum 

Dronningmølle 

24 

26 

OUT INTO THE BLUE 

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES 

NORTH SEALAND ON TWO WHEELS 

CYCLING HOLIDAYS 

28 

AUTHENTIC HARBOUR TOWNS 

HUNDESTED 

& LYNÆS 

38 

NORTH SEALAND BIG EVENTS 

CALENDAR 

40 

CANAL TOWN & SEASIDE HOLIDAY 

FREDERIKSVÆRK 

& LISELEJE 

PUBLISHED BY 

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articles and adverts paid for and developed in collaboration with tourism operators 

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EDITORS 

Editor-in-Chief: Jesper Bækgaard 

Editors: Annette Sørensen, Henrik Numelin, Susanne Tvergaard Nielsen, Clara Sune 

Buch, Andreas Friis Mikkelsen, Christina Heinze Johansson, Bettina Kampmann, 

Sanne Nielsen, Anne-Marie von Vultejus et al.

MY NORTH SEALAND 

46 

WITH YOUR FEET IN THE WATER 

9 BEST BEACHES 

50 

PALACE & COASTAL TOWN ATMOSPHERE 

Fredensborg, 

Nivå & Humlebæk 

66 

COME. LET’S GO 

HIKING ROUTES 

70 

CULTURAL HERITAGE & SHOPPING 

HILLERØD 

80 

82 

84 

88 

90 

ROLLING GREENS & HOLE-IN-ONE 

PLAY GOLF DURING YOUR HOLIDAY 

SWEET DREAMS ON THE GREEN 

ACCOMMODATION 

TASTE OF NORTH SEALAND 

TASTE LOCAL DELICACIES 

FARM VISITS & NATURE RECREATION 

NORTH SEALAND FOR CHILDREN 

COLOUR & WIN 

PAGE FOR CHILDREN TO DRAW 

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04 

LEAVE THE GPS AT HOME 

AND TAKE THE WINDING ROAD 

ETA? Quickest route? Yes, the GPS is a 

great thing. It has made it easier to get 

from A to B, easier to plan journeys and 

easier to get about generally. But to 

be honest, it’s also a bit boring, isn’t it? 

Because when you’re out there, in your 

shorts and finally on holiday, with everything 

packed, including your sandwiches 

- which road are you going to 

follow? How will you get the most out 

of all the amazing experiences waiting 

for you out there? Will you take 

the direct route, like the nice lady on 

the GPS recommends, or will you take 

the lesser-known route to your best 

holiday ever? 

Set your route to.... 

zigzag 

In recent years, the interest in walking 

and cycling holidays has almost exploded 

and the appetite for experiencing 

the great wide open seems endless. 

Both walking and cycling routes offer 

something special. All those small 

experiences along the way suddenly 

become meaningful ones as you zigzag 

your way, seemingly in a haphazard 

fashion, through the landscape. Perhaps 

you’ve set course for Louisiana 

Museum of Modern Art, although, as 

many frequent visitors know, it’s only 

a small detour to drop in for a spot of 

‘light refreshment’ at Lind’s Kaffebar by 

Humlebæk Station. 

Or, why not take the coastal route, where 

you drive alongside the sea rather 

than the straightest and quickest way 

as the GPS lady suggests? The route 

is beautiful, the houses enchanting 

and the sea is enticing. You might get 

there three minutes later but you arrive 

richer for the experience. So it’s not 

such a diffcult decision is it? 

Actually, it’s often a good idea to look 

for alternative routes Who would have 

thought that Rusland (Russia in Danish) 

is actually close to the small seaside 

town of Dronningmølle and not thousands 

of kilometres to the east. The 

Danish Rusland is actually a heatherclad 

heath area where the Danish 

sculptor Rudolf Tegner’s sculptures 

are dotted over the landscape. 

And a small detour will take you to 

the Par force hunting area in North 

Sealand, which has been added to 

the UNESCO World Heritage list. You 

can search all you like on your GPS 

but you’ll quickly find that it’s almost 

useless using it to navigate your way 

about. It’s only when you cycle or walk 

the network of paths and trails through 

the over 11,000 acre former royal hunting 

ground that you come to realise 

why the National Park of Royal North 

Sealand has earned the title ‘Royal’. 

And why its castles, country homes, 

gardens, parks and woods are all part 

of the greater story of North Sealand. 

In the footsteps of Søren 

Kirkegaard and 

Knud Rasmussen 

The world-famous Danish philosopher 

and theologian Søren Kirkegaard spent 

the summer of 1835 walking the north 

coast of Sealand and perhaps it was 

this experience that was the inspiration 

behind his famous words: 

”Of all ridiculous things, the most ridiculous 

seems to me, to be busy.” 

Today you can follow in his footsteps 

by downloading the Useum app, selecting 

Kirkegaard by Nature and following 

the route from just outside the 

town of Gilleleje. Surely he would have 

suggested turning off the GPS and following 

the road less travelled instead 

of the most effective and usually least 

interesting route. 

And of course, we mustn’t forget the 

great polar explorer Knud Rasmussen, 

whose fascinating house just outside 

Hundested is open to the public. His 

eventful life is one glowing example 

of finding the most amazing roads to 

travel that no one else can see. 

Perhaps this magazine will inspire you 

to search out new adventures and take 

the road less travelled - either alone, 

with friends, or with family. And if Mrs 

GPS stands between the quickest 

route and the long and winding one, 

we recommend you follow that particular 

road to your next holiday adventure. 

Have a great trip out and about 

in North Sealand. 

From all of us in VisitNorthSealand

05

06 

Discover 

NORTH SEALAND 

The House of Knud 

Rasmussen 

Sand Sculpture Festival Tisvildeleje Gilleleje The Powder Works 

Museum 

Esrum Abbey 

Frederiksborg Castle 

Fredensborg Palace The Par force Hunting Louisiana Nivaagaards 

Landscape, 

Art Collection 

National Park 

of Royal North Sealand 

Visit Nordsjælland is the offcial 

tourism organisation for Fredensborg, Gribskov, 

Halsnæs and Hillerød municipalities. 

Smidstrup 

4 

Gilleleje 

Rågeleje 


Hornbæk 

Vejby 

Tisvildeleje 

3 

Græsted 

Esrum 

6 

Helsingør 

Liseleje 

Helsinge 

Esrum 

Sø 

1 

Hundested 

2 

Lynæs 

Torup 

Melby 

5 

Frederiksværk 

Ølsted 

Arresø 

16 

7 

9 

Hillerød 

8 

Fredensborg 

E 47 

10 

Humlebæk 

Nivå 

11 

Rungsted 

Hørsholm 

Frederikssund 

16

The little journey to big 

Swedish adventures. 

It only takes 20 minutes to cross the sea to Sweden, where you 

will find an ocean of adventures in and around Helsingborg. 

You can visit Tropikariet with all the exotic animals, Sofiero 

castle with the amazing gardens or Fredriksdal open-air 

museum, where you can catch a glimpse of 

the Swedish history. 

We depart several times an 

hour most of the day. 

For more information, 

please visit forsea.com 

DKK 170,- 

Family ticket 

return only 

* 

* The family ticket is a one day return 

for 2 adults and up to 3 children (4-15 years) 

traveling by foot.

08 

GILLELEJE 

GILLE 

LEJE 

THE 

TOWN 

at THE 

TOP 

Gilleleje, Sealand’s most northerly point 

offers a busy commercial life with many exciting 

shops, cosy cafés and good restaurants. 

The fishing harbour and the beautiful cultural 

centre, Kulturhavn Gilleleje, are worthy attractions 

with deep roots in local life. Together they 

are worth a visit - so take a lovely day trip, an 

extended weekend or a longer holiday with the 

whole family. 

Gribskov Municipality is the largest in North 

Sealand and encompasses towns like Gilleleje, 

Rågeleje, Esrum and Tisvildeleje. 

If you visit Gilleleje on a Saturday in the summer 

months, you will be welcomed by Danish flags along 

the main street. When the sun comes out, the town 

buzzes with life with its many events and summer 

activities: market days, Bakkefest, the town festival 

and small local concerts at the town’s eateries. 

In the winter months you can enjoy Gilleleje as an 

active historical fishing town with a very special 

atmosphere. Take a walk in the old part of town

GILLELEJE 

09 

FOOD & 

ACCOMMODATION 

Far away from the noise and busy rumblings 

of the city, the north coast is waiting quietly 

for you. Here, life is lived locally and the 

atmosphere is authentic. 

Three eateries you must try when you 

visit the area: 

• Café Kystgaarden, Gilleleje 

• Proviant Gilleleje Harbour 

• El Meson Canario, Rågeleje 

Four unforgettable places for accommodation 

in and around Gilleleje: 

• Kongernes Feriepark 

• Hotel Gilleleje Strand 

• Gilleleje Badehotel 

• Feriecenter Rågeleje Klit 

where the authentic fishermen’s houses are huddled 

close to each other, separated by well-manicured small 

gardens and stone walls. Also visit Gilleleje Church 

which played a key role in the dramatic events of 

October 1943, when the Jews had to flee from the 

Gestapo when their hiding place in the church attic was 

discovered. 

NATURE AROUND GILLELEJE 

Gilleleje is surrounded by nature and is thus a great 

starting point for both cycling and walking activities 

(read pages 27 and 67). From Gilleleje you can follow 

the Gilbjergstien path all the way to the highest point 

in Gilleleje, Gilbjerg. There you will experience fantastic 

views across the Kattegat to Kullen in Sweden. If 

you like walking, then find time to experience Kirkegaard 

by Nature, which is a more or less 12 km/7 mi 

long walk. You will walk in the footsteps of the world 

famous Danish philosopher, Søren Kierkegaard. The walk 

starts and ends in Gilleleje. Take a walk around Maglehøjene 

by Rågeleje. Have a well-earned break at the cosy 

Café Havestuen which is the closest neighbour to the 

burial mounds. Here, you will feel at home with Annemarie 

and Jacob. Also make your way past the El Meson 

Canario restaurant, which serves authentic Spanish 

paellas, tintos, tapas and sangria. Here you can enjoy 

your Spanish dinner with beautiful views of the Kattegat. 

TAKE THE CHILDREN ON AN 

ADVENTURE 

Gilleleje has become a huge ice cream Mecca and in 

recent years the locals have begun to take gourmet ice 

cream production seriously. For example, you could try 

ice cream from Tranegård, Gilleleje-Isen and Søsters. 

The ice creams are usually a big hit for those of us with 

a sweet tooth. At Kollerødgaard you can enjoy some ice 

cream and also see where the milk comes from. 

A brisk, little treasure hunt with the children is also 

an option that begins at the museum in Skibshallerne, 

moving on to Gilleleje where you can dive into the 

history of the town. 

If you are in the mood for a great excursion, a good 

tip is to walk from Gilleleje Harbour out to Nakkehoved 

Lighthouse. This is a really great walk. You will go past 

the harbour and the fishermen’s houses, close to a 

beautiful area with delightful houses and then you will 

suddenly find yourself in a forest where you can see 

the lighthouse. Sometimes you can even be fortunate 

enough to spot a seal from the high points. Nakkehoved 

Lighthouse is a lovely place run by volunteers.

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GILLELEJE 

GILLELEJE HARBOUR 

Historical fishing atmosphere 

The screech of seagulls, spray from the waves, the wind 

in your hair, the harbour noises from the fishing boats, the 

sound of children playing while running between the nets 

and the aroma of fresh fish. You will not be in any doubt. 

You are at Gilleleje Harbour which embraces an authentic 

harbour environment and modern culture and art for adults 

and children. 

In the far distance from Sealand’s largest fishing harbour 

you can hear the clank, clank, clank sound which sets the 

atmosphere for everything from the fish auction, ice works 

and smokehouse to the fishmongers and fish export. The 

harbour is a large workplace with many employees to service 

commercial fishermen, anglers and yachting enthusiasts. 

With a boatyard, machine shop, marine painter, smithy, 

crane service and stocks, there is unrestricted access to 

experience the trade and see the fishermen unload their 

cutters and fix their nets. 

Gilleleje Harbour Offce 

Havnen 5, tel +45 48 30 16 63 

gillelejehavn.com (in Danish only) 

Adamsens Fisk 

Havnen 2 

adamsensfisk.dk (in Danish only) 

Bakkehuset Good Living Gilleleje 

Alfavej 18 

bakkehuset-lagersalg.dk (in Danish only) 

Restaurant Far til 4 

Alfavej 21 

far-til-4.dk (in Danish only) 

Kanalkiosken – A world of ice cream 

Kanalvejen 13 

kanalkiosken.dk (in Danish only) 

Fiskernes Deli 

Kanalvejen 13e 

Proviant – Det Maritime Spisehus 

Kanalvejen 15 

proviant.dk (in Danish only) 

Havhøkeren - Sailing and fishing gear, shoes 

and clothing 

Nordre Havnevej 9 

havhokeren.dk (in Danish only) 

Brdr. Petersens Maskinfabrik 

– Boat repair 

Carl Petersensvej 2 

brdrpetersen.dk (in Danish only) 

HARBOUR PLAYGROUND AND 

NORWEGIAN LOBSTER 

Take a stroll around the harbour, treat yourself to an ice 

cream or enjoy a cup of coffee and piece of cake from 

Vaffelbageriet or one of the harbour cafés. If your children 

are joining you, then visit the playground at Stejlepladsen, 

which is a paradise for children with a slide, jungle gym, a 

sandbox shaped like a boat and porpoise swings. Here, 

the children can catch small fish and parents can get a 

coffee to go and enjoy the stunningly beautiful view from 

the playground. 

Relax on the beach or take a dip from the bathing jetting 

at Østmolen or Veststranden. Find beautiful stones to 

decorate or try to stack stones to make your own stone 

tower sculpture while you observe the buzz of activities 

as well as the sailors, kayak, canoe and long boat rowers. 

Should you begin to feel peckish, the harbour has many 

inviting restaurants to offer with terrace and courtyard 

environments. You can also buy fresh fish from the fishmongers, 

where behind the glass counters there is everything 

your heart desires: Norwegian lobster, salmon, plaice, 

smoked items to warm fish cakes and delicious fish dishes. 

By the way … You can also buy a ready-made dish to 

go if you want to enjoy fresh fish at home or on your boat. 

CULTURE AND SHOPPING 

There are many yacht enthusiasts who come from far away 

to Gilleleje Harbour to use the modern facilities and to 

experience the art and cultural activities in the town. You 

could do the same - go to the cinema, have a shopping 

spree in the town’s many shops or enjoy a cool drink on 

the town’s square. 

Gilleleje Harbour is a big experience for all the senses: 

sounds, aromas, emotions, sensations, wind and weather 

with plenty of life all year round. This makes it a unique gem 

that will make you want to visit the harbour again and again.

GILLELEJE 

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Restaurant 

Far til 4 

Far til 4 has a unique location right down to Gilleleje’s 

white sandy beach. The lovely settings of the restaurant 

are suitable for any occasion - from functions (up to 70 

settings), company parties and customer meetings to a 

romantic dinner for two or a birthday celebration. 

In the summer, you can keep up with life on the beach 

from the sun loungers by the restaurant’s bar. Come by 

during the festive season and enjoy a Christmas lunch 

in merrily decorated settings or when you need a cosy 

break from your Christmas shopping in the town of Gilleleje. 

The name Far til 4 was chosen because the owner, 

Bent, has four children himself and to clearly indicate that 

children are welcome in the family restaurant. 

RESTAURANT 

FAR TIL FIRE 

Alfavej 21 

3250 Gilleleje 

Tel. +45 49 71 76 72 

far-til-4.dk (in Danish only)

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GILLELEJE 

GILLELEJE 

BADEHOTEL 

Steam bath and mahogany sauna 

at the top of Gilbjerghoved 

At the top of a 30-metre 

high cliff at the absolutely 

northernmost point of 

Sealand, Gilleleje Badehotel 

rules atop Gilbjerghoved. 

When you add the three 

storeys of the hotel to the height 

of the cliff, you then have a unique 

view across sea and shore. You can 

see all the way to Kullen in Sweden 

and enjoy the acrobatics of birds in 

flight across Oresund and Kattegat. 

Gilleleje Badehotel has 26 beautiful 

double rooms all of which have their 

own bathroom and toilet. Many of 

them have a view of the sea where 

you can enjoy a stunning sunset. 

If you would like more room and 

privacy, there is the option to rent 

Strandhuset or the cabins in the 

forest. 

You are also welcome to make use 

of the hotel’s spa area which offers 

delightful treatments. This is where 

you can pamper yourself or someone 

you hold dear in the steam bath 

or the mahogany sauna - or on the 

warm stones in the Turkish hamam. 

GILLELEJE 

BADEHOTEL 

Hulsøvej 15, 3250 Gilleleje 

Tel. +45 48 30 13 47 

gillelejebadehotel.dk (available 

in English) 

Opening hours & info 

Gilleleje Badehotel offers a 

number of different stays. You 

can choose between ’weekend 

wellness’, ’romantic wellness 

for two’ and the ’4-course 

romantic stay’. 

See the opening hours at 

gillelejebadehotel.dk 

(available in English)

GILLELEJE 

13 

KULTURHAVN GILLELEJE 

Creative activities, arts and crafts and concerts. 

Visit the north coast’s cultural meeting place and cultural 

centre where classic and modern music, Italian food, debates, 

art exhibitions, films and books can be combined with contemplation 

and tranquility - all at the same time. 

Kulturhavn Gilleleje is an architectural 

masterpiece. The contrast between 

heavy and light gives the cultural centre 

a very special and unique atmosphere. 

Here, there is room for diversity 

and creative activities, music, life and 

festivities but also contemplation and 

tranquility – all at the same time. Take a 

walk around the library, watch a good 

film in the cinema or buy a ticket to 

one of the many cultural events in 

Kulturhavn Gilleleje, which also offers 

delicious Italian cuisine in Restaurant 

Bolværket. 

Psst … Are you a big 

fan of exhibitions? 

The gallery hallway on the 

ground floor has alternating 

exhibitions with works from 

experienced artists and you 

can often purchase a work 

of art to take home with you. 

Restaurant Bolværket: 

Crispy gourmet pizzas 

Restaurant Bolværket is worth a visit; 

for brunch, afternoon coffee or for 

dining in the evening. The pizzas are 

also considered by some to be the 

best north of the Alps. 

Gilleleje Library: 

Cultural gem with a view 

Borrow books for your holiday and 

films for evenings on the sofa while 

you enjoy the view across Gilleleje. 

The library also has a delightful playroom 

for the younger members of the 

family. Come by between 7 am and 

10 pm where self-service is open. 

Gilleje Cinema: Mix your own 

choice of sweets in ultramodern 

seats 

On the first floor in Kulturhavn Gilleleje 

you will find not just one but two 

ultramodern cinemas where you can 

enjoy the latest film premier sitting 

comfortably in great seats. 

FONDEN KULTUR- 

HAVN GILLELEJE 

... is the independent institution 

behind Kulturhavn Gilleleje. 

Many volunteers and initiatives 

make all the difference to 

Kulturhavn. Ticket sales in the 

foyer are manned by volunteers 

as are the people behind the 

music, exhibitions and all other 

activities. 

Opening hours & info 

Kulturhavn Gilleleje is open all 

year round. Take a look at kulturhavngilleleje.dk 

(in Danish 

only) and Facebook for info on 

opening hours and events. 

KULTURHAVN 

GILLELEJE 

Peter Fjelstrups Vej 12 


Tel. +45 70 23 03 30 

kulturhavngilleleje.dk 

(in Danish only) 

@kulturhavngilleleje

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DRONNINGMØLLE 

IN THE SMILING HEART 

OF DENMARK 

In his autobiography, ’Towards 

the Light’, sculptor Rudolph Tegner 

describes how he and his wife decided 

to buy the land where the museum 

stands today: “In the summer of 1916, we 

took a long cycling trip in North Sealand, 

where one day, cycling around stiles 

and through marshland, we came to an 

enormous ridge. There in the heart of 

smiling, summery Denmark it stood, like 

a harsh Siberia ... This was the place ... 

This ridge was bound in a mystical pact 

with my mind.” 

RUDOLPH TEGNER’S 

MUSEUM AND STATUE PARK 

This nature area at Dronningmølle is also known as “Russia”, 

referring to the remote and distinctive landscape 

in which the sculptor Rudolph Tegner (1873-1950) 

established an architecturally groundbreaking museum 

and an enchanting statue park. 

A visit to the museum and the park is a calm and dramatic 

experience at the same time. The impressive octagonal 

space in the imposing museum building opens 

towards its cathedralesque 11-metre-high ceiling. In 

this museum you can experience 300 of Rudolph Tegner’s 

huge, poetic and masculine sculptures in plaster, 

clay, marble and bronze. They provide a unique insight 

into the sculptor’s lifetime works, reflecting his fascination 

and adeptness with symbolism, vitalism and classicism. 

A veritable treasure trove of great sculptural art! 

Outside in the statue park, art and architecture interconnect 

harmoniously amongst the beauty of 

nature. Fourteen bronzes stand in the spectacular 

landscape, interacting with the heather moors, 

the wide-open sky and the rhythm of the seasons. 

Sheep graze freely among the artworks in the summer 

months, and children can go on a treasure hunt, 

enjoy a drawing workshop or climb trees in the 

statue park. 

RUDOLPH TEGNER’S MUSEUM 

AND STATUE PARK 

Museumsvej 19 

3120 Dronningmølle 

Tel. +45 49 71 91 77 

rudolphtegner.dk 

Opening hours: 

Rudolph Tegner’s Museum is open from mid-April 

to mid-October. Every year, in addition to the 

permanent collection, the museum shows special 

exhibitions where Rudolph Tegner’s works and the 

venue he chose collaborate with contemporary 

artists to offer new experiences. There is free 

admission to the statue park all year round.

MUSEUM NORDSJÆLLAND 

UNLEASH YOUR CURIOSITY 

North Sealand offers perhaps Denmark’s highest concentration of museums and places to visit, both 

large and small, rich in everything from art and history to child-friendly experiences – and with ample 

space to satisfy your curiosity, think deeply and let your imagination roam. Visit the many museums that 

Museum Nordsjælland has to offer, and experience it all for yourself. 

ÆBELHOLT ABBEY 

MUSEUM 

Enjoy a stroll through the abbey ruins and the 

abbey garden. The museum displays tombs and 

skeletons discovered during the excavations of the 

abbey ruins. In the Middle Ages, this was the largest 

Augustinian abbey in the Nordic countries (the 

Augustinian order was the foremost Catholic order). 

Æbelholt 4, 3400 Hillerød 

MUSEUMS 

NAKKEHOVED 

LIGHTHOUSE 

At the northernmost point in Sealand, in Gilleleje, 

stand the Nakkehoved East and West Lighthouses, 

both constructed in 1772. Experience the beautiful 

natural landscape surrounding the two lighthouses, 

and see the breathtaking view over the Øresund 

strait from the top of the towers. 

Fyrvejen 25A, 3250 Gilleleje 

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ELVÆRKET 

A beautiful industrial building in Hillerød houses 

Elværket. Formerly a power plant, today it is the 

setting for a series of archaeological special 

exhibitions and exciting events on North Sealand’s 

history. In 2022, it is housing the exhibition 

“Doors to another reality – faith and superstition 

in the past”. An imaginative exhibition for all 

ages, where you can step through the gateway 

to discovery and learn about a bygone world of 

faith and dreams. 

Frederiksgade 11, 3400 Hillerød 

MUSEUM OF HØRSHOLM 

Freedom of the press and the most tragic love 

affair in Danish history! Experience the story of 

the now-vanished Hirschholm Palace, which was 

the setting for the love affair between Queen 

Caroline Mathilde and the mad King Christian 

VII’s royal physician, Struensee. It was also from 

here that Struensee announced that the Danish 

press would now be free. 

Sdr. Jagtvej 2, 2970 Hørsholm 

MUSEUM OF HILLERØD 

Immerse yourself in the history of Hillerød at this 

town museum, where children can experience 

what childhood was like 100 years ago. Along Time 

Street, which features among other things a grocer’s 

shop and a physics laboratory, you can take a stroll 

through the 20th century and play your way into 

history. 

Helsingørsgade 65, 3400 Hillerød 

GILLELEJE 

SHIPHALLS 

Explore historic fishing boats and learn 

about fishermen’s dangerous lives over 

500 years. Visit a fisherman’s house, a 

schoolroom from 1920 and a holiday 

apartment as it looked in 1950. When 

the weather is mild, you can enjoy coffee 

and cake in the old orchard. 

Visit the museum ship Vilhelm in Gilleleje 

Harbour, where it is permanently 

anchored. 

Entrance via Østergade 20, 3250 

Gilleleje 

TIP: Take the kids on a historical and maritime 

quiz walk around historic Gilleleje. Get 

a leaflet at Kulturhavn Gilleleje (the Culture 

Harbour) or at the Shiphalls. If you get all the 

answers right, you’ll win a small prize! 

Did you know that... 

... throughout the summer there are guided 

town tours of Gilleleje in both Danish and 

English? See more at visitnordsjaelland.dk

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THE NATIONAL PARK 

National Park 

Royal 

North 

Sealand 

In Gribskov is situated in the heart of the National 

Park. This area is home to the largest population 

of fallow deer, and both osprey and sea eagle 

breed here in the large, old trees. You can explore 

ancient sites, interesting natural areas and cultural 

monuments. There are traces of our ancestors' 

hunting lodges and lost villages to be found all over 

the forest. 

The National Park contains two of Denmark's largest 

lakes. Esrum Sø is Denmark's lake with the most 

abundant water, a walk along the coast reveals 

both a rich bird life and stunning views. Make a rest 

stop at one of the shelter areas and views over to 

Fredensborg and the avenues in the castle garden, 

or take a boat trip from Fredensborg side to a forest 

cafe at Dronningens Bøge, and catch your breath 

over a cup of coffee with one foot in the forest. 

Arresø is Denmark's largest lake, providing great 

sailing opportunities - be it by canoe, kayak or the 

small ferry M/S Frederikke. 

5 suggestions for walks 

in the National Park 

1. Enjoy a walk in beautiful Tisvilde Hegn where 

you can explore the remains of the abandoned 

village of Torup, which disappeared under a 

meter-thick layer of sand when large parts 

of the area were covered in shifting sands in 

the 16th century. 

2. Hammermøllen is beautifully situated by 

Hellebækken. You can walk or cycle along 

beautiful routes from Hellebæk Kohave and 

Teglstrup Hegn to Flynderupgård. 

3. Rusland undulating and protected heathland 

landscape at Dronningmølle with heather, 

juniper and pine trees. From the hills there is a 

stunning view over Kattegat. 

4. Visit the three meadow lakes Strødam, 

Solbjerg and Alsønderup, where you can 

observe the rich birdlife all year round. It is 

an excellent place to spot sea eagles and 

kingfishers. 

5. Take a trip to Store Dyrehave, where exciting 

traces of the par force hunting landscape laid 

out in the 17th century can be explored Store 

Dyrehave and Gribskov have been recognised 

with UNESCO World Heritage Site status. 

Royal North Sealand National Park with 

its mountainous natural areas and its rich 

cultural history, is a treasure chest full of 

experiences for nature lovers. The deep 

forests, large lakes and bogs, salt marshes and 

dunes are ideal to explore day and multiday 

trips. 

Did you know that 

the NATIONAL PARK... 

• ... is the second largest national park in 

Denmark and covers an area of 263 km²? 

• ... has Denmark's largest wild population of 

fallow deer? 

• ... includes Holløse Bredning, home to a 

beaver population?

THE NATIONAL PARK 17 

Psst… The par force hunting 

landscape is accessible by foot, horse 

or bicycle all year round. 

3 excursions for a 

day in a UNESCO World 

Heritage Site 

1. Kong Christian V was fascinated by par 

force hunting at the king's command and 

inspired by the French King Louis XIV, a 

winding geometric network of paths was 

established. At the central Kongestjerne 

in the middle of the trail system in Store 

Dyrehave near Hillerød, you can get an 

impression of the par force hunting of 

yesteryear. Kongestjernen is a granite 

stone depicting Christian V's monogram 

and a compass rose with 16 points. 

2. There are six ways to the Stjernen i 

Gribskov, where you can get a regal 

view of the rolling landscape with its 

winding hunting tracks. 

3. From the lookout point at Dronningens 

Bøge (Gribskov) you can look over 

towards Fredensborg Palace and sense 

how the hunting trail stretched over 

Esrum Lake and into the palace grounds. 

There is a bathing jetty, a fire pit and a 

set of picnic tables and benches for a 

cosy lunch in the great outdoors. 

120 KM UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE 

The par force hunting 

landscape in North 

Sealand 

Behind the awkward word par force lies a story of hunting, power 

and glory. The par force hunting landscape is comprised of Gribskov, 

Store Dyrehave near Hillerød and Jægersborg Hegn and Dyrehave. 

The landscape consists of 120 km of hunting tracks spread over 

roughly 4,500 hectares of forest. In 2015, the winding geometric 

network of paths was added to UNESCO's World Heritage list. 

The par force hunting landscape was created at the end of the 17th 

century by Christian V, who had been inspired to build a Baroqueinfluenced 

hunting landscape on an educational trip. He designed the 

symmetrical paths in the landscape to demonstrate the King's great 

power, sovereignty and thus closeness to God. All the paths led to 

a star in the middle of the landscape. Because of the design of the 

paths, it was easier to navigate the landscape and witness the riders' 

and dogs' frantic pursuit of the stags. This is why the paths from the 

star were numbered: One-path, two-path and three-path etc. 

Coffee or lunch 

break? 

If you need a sweet treat during your 

adventure in nature, visit Ninas Natur Café 

on the edge of the forest of Store Dyrehave, 

which arranges both horse-drawn carriage 

rides, intimate concerts and exercise groups 

for movement amongst the wonderful 

surroundings. 

If you go past Frederiksborg Castle, visit 

Spisestedet Leonora, originally built as a 

stable for the castle in the 17th century. 

The restaurant is open for lunch and serves 

delicious smørrebrød, open sandwiches, 

salads and fish - and also has a children's 

menu available for the little ones. 

Practical info 

Read more about the National Park and 

the par force hunting landscape, download 

maps and guides at nationalparkkongernesnordsjaelland.dk, 

parforce.dk and 

udinaturen.dk. Here you can also find more 

details about the guided tours and events 

in the area.

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ESRUM 

North of Esrum Lake, surrounded 

by idyllic meadows and forests 

and with entrance to the Royal 

North Sealand National Park, 

you’ll find Esrum Abbey, which 

in the 12th century was the centre of 

the Cistercian order in Denmark, and 

which later became very important 

to the Danish monarchy. The red 

walls conceal a fascinating story of 

power and religion, but also of the 

monks’ contemplation and meditation. 

Accompanying the Liturgy of the 

Hours, we are invited to the holiest rite 

– the monks’ prayers and Mass singing 

– a unique and sensual experience 

through sound and light. 

ESRUM 

ABBEY 

Esrum Abbey is a great attraction for a 

day trip, situated in lush surroundings with 

space for reflection, learning and play. Here 

you can feel the tranquility that the monks 

experienced, and the greatness that contributed 

to the abbey’s key significance in 

North Sealand. 

TRAVELLING 

BACK IN TIME 

In the exhibition ’Abbey Life’ we are 

taken back in time and become part of 

the community that was at the abbey 

at the time. Afterwards, it’s time for 

a virtual reality journey that takes us 

around the now disappeared abbey 

buildings, through halls and corridors, 

outside in the beautiful fraternal 

courtyard and into the magnificent 

abbey church. Get a sense of what 

faith was in the Middle Ages, what was 

at stake, and why the church gained 

so much power as it did.

ESRUM 

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LIFE 

AT THE ABBEY 

Esrum Abbey offers a wide variety of 

unique experiences all year round, 

ranging from beer festivals, pilgrimages 

and guided tours to food experiences, 

Christmas markets and loads 

of activities for children, with the programme 

always offering extra events 

during the children’s school holidays. 

In late August, Esrum Abbey houses 

North Sealand Hiking Festival. 

Stay tuned at esrum.dk, and follow the 

updated event calendar. 

ABBEY’S 

HEYDAYS 

All roads go to and from Esrum Abbey – or almost. And the abbey 

is a good starting point for a walk, bike or hike in the Royal North 

Sealand National Park. There are several marked routes from 

Esrum Abbey, such as cycle route 48, which passes the North 

Sealand castles, the walking route Esrum-Tisvildevejen and the 

orienteering route in the northern part of Gribskov forest. See 

more at visitnordsjaelland.dk. 

PARADISE 

ON EARTH 

The abbey gardens overlook the meadows, 

and here you can experience the recreated 

herb garden. A modern version of the 

medieval gardens, it has over 200 different 

plants that recount the story of how the 

monks wanted to create Paradise on earth. 

The plants were used for household needs 

and for medical or religious reasons. 

Today, lots of fresh herbs are still used in the 

kitchen at Møllecaféen, which offers delicious 

and varied meals. Enjoy lunch or a cup of 

coffee inside the old mill farm, or sit outside 

in the green café garden. If the children need 

to let off steam, you can take them to the 

nature playground, where they can enjoy 

playing in the medieval children’s universe. In 

the abbey shop, you’ll be tempted by Esrum 

Abbey’s own produce such as beer, spirits, 

honey, medieval mustard and delicacies from 

other monasteries in Europe. 

ESRUM ABBEY 

Klostergade 11-12, Esrum, 3230 Græsted 

Tel. +45 48 36 04 00 

esrum.dk 

OPENING HOURS 

Monday - Sunday from 10 am-5 pm. Apply throughout 

July, August and September and during school holidays. 

Tuesday - Sunday from 10 am-4p m all other weeks. 

Subject to change. There are special opening hours for 

arrangements and large events. For more information, 

visit esrum.dk 

MØLLECAFÉEN 

At Møllecaféen you can enjoy a delicious meal, either 

inside the cosy surroundings or outside under the apple 

trees in the café garden. The menu is inspired by seasonal 

ingredients and made from scratch – from organic produce, 

if available. 

Book a table on cafe@scvk.dk or tel. +45 60 20 14 86.

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TISVILDELEJE 

TISVILDELEJE 

There are plenty of great reasons to visit the small and lively seaside resort of Tisvildeleje, 

known for its colourful, iconic bathhouses that glow all summer long. During the warmer 

months, visitors come from near and far, and in winter, several creative entrepreneurs 

keep the resort busy. This site is great for inspiration to plan which unique cultural and 

natural gems to visit on a day excursion or weekend break. 

DO YOU LIKE TOWN LIFE? 

Do you want to stroll around Tisvilde, and do you fancy 

a hot cup of coffee or a hearty soup? Then Jonathan 

at Brød & Vin can take care of that, all day he churns 

out delicious freshly baked bread, cinnamon rolls and 

cakes. Here you can warm yourself in the sun or (in the 

winter months) by the fire outside if the indoor space 

is full. 

In the quirky salon shop Fortællinger you can discover 

beautiful treasures and handmade stories, and at 

Søren’s hairdresser-and-everything-else studio Den 

Vilde i Tisvilde you can tame your locks and shop for 

special items for your home and wardrobe. 

At the clothing store H66 Tisvilde run by Mille you can 

shop for clothes and fresh styles for the whole family. If

TISVILDELEJE 

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you are after something a bit different, don't miss the 

flea market Loppemarkederne på Birkepladsen (4 

June - 13 August), an annual event where you can go 

bargain hunting for a lamp and instead come home 

with a pair of jeans. 

If you love (Swedish) antiques, stop by Antikgården, 

which is popular with locals. 

In August, Kildemarkedet tents are pitched for the 

traditional craft market. 

At the shop No17 Limited you can find elegant 

luxury wardrobe items, jewellery and nail polish 

(and everything in between). Owners Mille & Bo sell 

the luxury brand No17 Therapy where you can get 

handcrafted essential oils. 

DO YOU LIKE NATURE? 

If you are an outdoor enthusiast, you can enjoy the 

stunning nature in Tisvildeleje all year round. Take a 

weekend hike or bike ride at Esrum-Tisvildevejen, or 

visit Tibirke Bakker right next to Tibirke Kirke. If you 

enjoy birdwatching, head out to the outlet of Pøle Å 

in Arresø, home to both sea eagles and kingfishers. 

Alternatively, take a stroll or do yoga on the beach at 

Lille Kulgab. 

Troldeskoven in Tisvilde Hegn is a great way to take the 

kids out into nature, play and climb among the gnarled 

and twisted trees. Wieth-Knudsen Observatory at 

Tisvilde Hegn is open twice a month. Here children 

can see the giant astronomical telescope. 

Delicious Italian pizzas are always available at Den 

Røde Tomat. If you crave a fine glass of wine with your 

meal, try the city's new wine and tapas bar Tisvilde 

Vinstue. If you'd instead prefer to indulge in casual 

dining with the flavours of the French countryside, 

pop by Restaurant Tinggården. 

If you love culture, remember the annual Kulturnat- 

Kulturnat Tisvilde, on Saturday 15 October, where the 

town really comes alive. 

Did you know that... 

...Tisvilde is home to the popular music festival 

Musik in Lejet? This year the tickets were 

already sold out in just 43 minutes! The town 

is buzzing with life in the days leading up to 

the festival, and many people stop by Tisvilde 

to soak up some of the festival atmosphere 

- even if they didn't manage to get a ticket. 

Music in Lejet takes place 21-23 July 2022. 

musikilejet.dk 

3 accommodation tips 

• Helenekilde Badehotel 

• Sankt Helene kursus- og feriecenter 

• Pension Kildegaard 

3 farm shops with a 

difference 

Tinggårdens Landhandel 

Bakery, mill, pizza and café. 

Klitrosevej 2, 3300 Frederiksværk 

tinggarden.dk 

Gundekildegaard 

Pick-your-own strawberries and berry 

brunch at Jordbærcaféen. 

Rågelejevej 46, 3210 Vejby 

rokkedysse.dk 

Rabarbergaarden 

Sustainable café & restaurant, gardening 

lessons and cooking classes. 

Holløse Gade 21, 3210 Vejby 

rabarbergaarden.dk

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MUNKERUPHUS 

MUNKERUPHUS 

Munkerup Strandvej 78 

DK 3120 Dronningmølle 

Tel. +45 49 71 79 06 

www.munkeruphus.dk 

Insta: @munkeruphus.dk 

Opening times: 

Exhibitions at Munkeruphus 

are open from 1 

April to 1 October 

See www.munkeruphus. 

dk for details of opening 

times, entry prices, 

exhibitions and events. 

Munkeruphus is a former artist’s 

residence set in a stunning location 

overlooking Øresund on the stretch of 

coast between Gilleleje and Dronningmølle. 

Since 1989, the house has 

served as an exhibition space for art, 

architecture. In addition to its changing 

exhibitions by Danish and international 

artists, there is a small shop 

and cafe with beautiful sea view and 

outdoor serving during the summer, 

as well as an beautiful sculpture park. 

The protected wooden building was 

designed by the architects Terkel 

Hjejle and Niels Rosenkjær and built 

in 1916. In 1987 it was listed as one 

of the finest examples of the style of 

building brought to Denmark via the 

Arts and Crafts Movement in England 

and Colonial Style in the USA. 

A VERSATILE ARTIST 

GUNNAR AAGAARD ANDERSEN 

The history of Munkeruphus is closely 

associated with one of the most versatile 

and experimental Danish artists, 

Gunnar Aagaard Andersen (1919-82), 

lived and worked in the house with his 

family from 1958 until his death in . The 

garden room at Munkeruphus houses a 

permanent exhibition of Gunnar Aagaard 

Andersens eclectic artistic practice 

that ranged from painting, sculpture 

and architecture to theatrical set 

design, furniture design, wallpaper, 

textiles and more. 

CAFÉ WITH A SEA VIEW 

The house’s cosy cafe is in the former 

sitting room and has a beautiful view 

over Øresund. The cafe serves light 

lunches, pastries, coffee and tea, 

beer, soft drinks and wine. During 

the summer, the cafe serves food 

and drinks outside in the charming 

garden and on cold days, the fire in 

the sitting room is usually lit. The 

small shop stocks everything from 

books on art, photography, architecture, 

design and landscape to home 

made honey from Munkeruphus’ 

own bees that live and populate the 

garden, specially designed textiles by 

Gunnar Aagaard Andersen, as well as 

other items by Danish designers and 

craftspeople. 

SEA AND BEACH 

The expansive garden and park area 

is notable for its hilly and varied 

landscape with old exotic trees and 

a number of permanent sculptures 

by Danish artists, including Gunnar 

Aagaard Andersen. During the summer 

months, the garden is also used for 

outdoor classes, openings and other 

events. There is direct access to a 

lovely beach via Dronningekløften, a 

gap that leads straight down to the 

water where visitors can swim, fish or 

enjoy a tasty ice cream from the cafe. 

The garden is open from sunrise to 

sunset and is free to enter.


Whether you love culture, hiking, fishing or shopping... Dronningmølle 

has it all. Here you will find our best tips for activities be it by water, 

land or air at the family-friendly beach town known for its wonderful 

white sandy beach and amazing statue park. 


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Shopping 

Immerse yourself in books and 

boardgames in Drømmehuset’s 

little bookshop. You will also find 

beautiful furniture, green plants, 

wicker baskets, pillows and blankets. 

If you bring your children and you 

want to be creative later at home, 

you can buy craft materials and 

colouring pens for stone painting. 

Fishing 

Dronningmølle Fiskesø is Grib skov’s 

first put and take lake situated in 

the old quarries and made into 20 

fishing spots. Stop by, and buy your 

fishing license in the shop Vild med 

Dyr where you will also find a wide 

variety of fishing gear. 

Hiking 

Take a hike around Esrum Abbey 

from 1151, and visit Møllegården 

with the iconic water mill that the 

monks built in the early days. If you 

enjoy hiking, then also stop by the 

marked North Coast trail where you 

can start at Dronningmølle beach 

and go on a long walk along the sea 

to Hornbæk beach – and end with 

a dip and an ice cream in the harbour 

where you can get on the train 

back to Dronningmølle. 

Eating 

At Drømmecaféen in Drømmehuset 

(mentioned above), you can enjoy 

a delicious bun, a cup of coffee or 

hot chocolate. When the weather 

is mild, you can also enjoy a cold 

draught beer from Mikkeller or an 

ice cream from Hansens Is. Most of 

the furniture is for sale and there's 

temptations for everyone. 

Visiting 

If you are interested in art, you 

should stop by Rudolph Tegner’s 

Museum and Statue Park and take 

a stroll among the tall sculptures. 

Russia is the name of this beautiful 

surrounding nature area and it contrasts 

with the bombastic concrete 

architecture of the museum and is 

worth a hike along the small natural 

hiking trails. Also visit the museum 

Munkeruphus with a history closely 

linked with the most innovative 

Danish artist and beautifully located 

in the middle of nature with access 

to the beach and a private park. 

Experiencing 

North Sealand Bird Park has more 

than 2,000 birds from all over 

the world, and you can enjoy flying 

shows with parrots and feeding 

of monkeys. The park also has Zoo 

status with small mammals, reptiles 

and amphibians where the children 

can jump the fence to feed and pat 

the small African goats. Dogs are 

not allowed in the bird park.

24 OUTDOOR 

OUT INTO THE BLUE 

Enjoy the beautiful scenery from the waterside, feel the rush when you catch just 

the right wave on the board, or experience the view of the treetops - from the 

treetops. North Sealand offers lots options for fantastic outdoor experiences! 

GUIDED TOURS ON THE WATER 

Adventures await at Cph SUP Tours on Tisvildeleje 

Beach on the water and on dry land. Take the family 

on an intro session to try out stand up paddleboarding, 

sign up for a guided kayak tour or hire the 

right equipment to go on your own adventure. If you 

prefer to go full speed on two wheels, you can also 

rent mountain bikes and explore the challenging 

landscape of Tisvilde Hegn. 

THE GOOD 

SURFER LIFE 

Lynæs Surfcenter is the perfect 

place to try your hand at different 

water sports. Surfcenter 

has a surf school providing lessons 

and equipment rental for 

surfing, kitesurfing, windsurfing, 

SUP and kayaking. During the 

summer months, the cosy café 

is also open, where you can 

enjoy everything from burgers 

and sourdough buns to a refreshing 

drink as the sunset fades 

into the distance. 

Lynæs Havnevej 8, Hundested 

Tel. +45 29 87 77 66 

surfcenter.dk 

CLIMBING IN 

NATURE 

At the new climbing park at 

Nivå Camping, you can experience 

the scenic forest Lave 

Skov from a whole new vantage 

point. The climbing park 

has two different courses, 

which lead you high up into 

the beautiful forest: a green 

course that can be completed 

by both children and adults 

and a slightly more challenging 

blue course. The park is open 

to campsite guests and visitors. 

Sølyst Allé 14, Nivå 

Tel. +45 49 14 52 26 

nivaacamping.dk 

Hovedgaden 112, Tisvildeleje 

Tel. +45 42 98 85 51 

cphsuptours.dk 

BATHING AND BIRDS WATCHING 

During the summer months, 

Nivå Harbour is buzzing with 

life. Tourists come from near 

and far and dock their boats. 

The child-friendly sandy beach 

next to the harbour is filled with 

swimmers and sunbathers of all 

ages. However, the area is definitely 

also well worth visiting 

during the other months of the 

year. There is a lot of activity on 

windy days with surfers and kite 

surfers, and the beautifully preserved 

beach meadows, which 

stretch over a large area along 

the coast, are home to a unique 

ecosystem and a rich birdlife. 

Nivå Strandpark 35, Nivå 

nivaahavn.fredensborg.dk 

FISHING IN LAKES AND SEA 

Does a fishing trip in beautiful surroundings 

appeal? Then Gribskov is the right spot for 

you. Besides the vast open coasts, where sea 

trout fishing is possible, the area has several 

lakes, rivers and marshes with good accessibility. 

Here you can reel in anything from 

peels to perch and bream if you are lucky. 

Head for Esrum Sø, Tisvildeleje Vest, Store 

Gribsø, Solbjerg Engsø or Udsholt Strand, 

which are popular fishing spots and are open 

to everyone. 

More details available at 

visitnordsjaelland.dk 

5 COMFORTABLE 

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS 

Haldbjerg Shelters 

What: Shelters and campsites 

haldbjergshelters.dk 

Camp Ågabet by Arresø 

What: Glamping tents and tree tents 

aagabet.dk 

Lynæs Surfcenter 

What: Surfshacks and tent houses 

surfcenter.dk 

Nivå Camping 

What: Shelters, huts and campsites 


Havhytten at Hvide Klint 

What: Floating shelter 

friluftsdata.dk/shelterbooking/

Hundested- 

Rørvig Ferry 

Service 

– The obvious shortcut 

Take the fast ferry between Hundested and 

Rørvig and enjoy the crossing of the Isefjord inlet. 

Crossing time: 25 minutes. 

www.hundested-roervig.dk

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CYCLING HOLIDAYS 

HOLIDAY 

TWO 

ON 

WHEELS 

Is there a better way to explore the world than with the wind in 

your hair? Whether you prefer to cross a mountain on tough 

open ground or via wide bike trails for the entire family, North 

Sealand has a host of cosy, beautiful and tough routes to explore 

on two wheels. We have gathered the best tips for an amazing 

cycling holiday in North Sealand that caters for everyone. 

Find more cycle routes in North

5 CYCLE ROUTES THAT CATERS 

FOR EVERYONE 

CYCLING HOLIDAYS 27 

FOR THE 

MOUNTAIN BIKER 

If you are addicted to speed and 

challenges, bring your bike to 

the MTB route in Tisvilde Hegn 

(28 km/17 mi), where you will be 

riding on dedicated gravel trails 

and natural forest trails. The trail is 

Sealand’s longest MTB trail. If you 

have time for a break, visit the great 

Castle Ruins in the area, e.g. Asserbo 

Castle Ruin, or get a glimpse of Troldeskoven, 

Tisvildeleje Beach and 

the lost village of Torup. 

Other MTB routes 

Also visit Store Dyrehave, Danstrup 

Hegn and Teglstrup Hegn. If you 

ride with older children, choose 

the 5 km/3 mi MTB route in Lave 

forest. 

WHERE TO 

RENT A BIKE 

You can rent high quality 

bikes at Nordkystens 

Cykeludlejning for the entire 

family. They can also give you 

good biking tips for a better 

experience. They also offer 

packages for great escapes 

on two wheels. 

Svend Henriksens Vej 14 

3250 Gilleleje. 

info@nordkystensudlejning.dk 

FOR FAMILIES 

WITH CHILDREN 

If you take the kids for a ride on 

two wheels, choose Par force 105 

(10 km/6 mi) through Gribskov, 

and explore the UNESCO World 

Heritage. You'll pass the renaissance 

castle Frederiksborg Castle, Ottevejskrydset 

and the boulder Smørstenen. 

South of the Bassebjerg 

cottage at Nødebo is an important 

bird sanctuary where you will also 

find protected orchid species. 

The route Par force 110 (15 km/9 

mi) is a little longer, but it’s also 

child-friendly, and crosses Store 

Dyrehave passing Fantasy Island 

and the Baroque Garden. The highlight 

of the ride is Kongestenen with 

the compass stone where you can 

rest and dive into history. 

Both routes follow long, wide trails 

that are easy for the children to follow. 

Other routes for families with 

children 

The kids will love a bike ride 

through Hundested, where you 

can stop by the harbour, pat-aflatfish 

or catch crabs. 

FOR THE ROYALIST 

The castle route (75 km/47 mi) 

Here you will be passing three royal 

castles: Kronborg, Fredensborg and 

Frederiksborg Castles, while you 

ride through the UNESCO Par force 

Hunting Landscape in Gribskov. The 

route is medium diffculty level. 

Other routes for the royalist 

Route 33 (27 km/17 mi) between 

Frederiksborg Castle in Hillerød and 

Gilleleje Station takes you through 

the beautiful Frederiksborg Castle 

Gardens. 

Psst … If the ride is too long, you 

can often hop on a local train along 

the routes. It’s free to bring your bike. 

The routes are often connected, so 

you can shorten or extend the ride 

as you please. 

FOR NATURE AND 

BIKE LOVERS 

If you can’t get enough of long 

bike rides, visit route 47, the North 

Coast route (64 km/40 mi), a signposted 

route between Hundested 

and Helsingør. The route winds its 

way through little, cosy coast and 

beach towns and scenic natural 

areas. You will also pass a host of 

restaurants, cafés and accommodation 

options – there’s a reason 

the north coast of Sealand is called 

the Danish Riviera! 

Other routes for nature and bike 

lovers 

Route 40 (275 km/170 mi) is also 

called Fjordstien offering a quiet and 

idyllic ride, connecting Hundested- 

Frederiksværk-Frederikssund- 

Roskilde-Holbæk-Kongsøre-Rørvig. 

Divide the route into stages over 

several weekends, or sleep overnight 

in a cottage or hotel en route. 

FOR THE LOVE 

BIRDS 

Dronningerunden (28 km/17 mi) 

Pack a picnic, and go on a bicycle 

ride through the municipality of 

Fredensborg. On this route you 

will ride through four major constituent 

communities in the municipality: 

Kokkedal, Nivå, Humlebæk and 

Fredensborg. 

Other routes for love birds 

Route 32 (26 km/16 mi), winding 

its way from Hillerød to the beach 

in Tisvildeleje, takes you to one of 

the best bathing sites in Denmark.

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HUNDESTED 

HUNDE 

Hundested has a unique blend of modern cultural 

town and active commercial port, where fishing 

boats arrive with the day's fresh catch from the early 

morning hours. Here you will discover delicious eateries, 

a modern brewery with excellent beer workshops 

making innovative art and design alongside a 

traditional boatyard, a net maker and a forge.

HUNDESTED 

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STED 

VIBRANT 

HARBOUR ENVIRONMENT 

Hundested Harbour is lively all yearround 

and has experiences for adults 

and children. In the unspoiled and 

authentic harbour environment, restaurants 

along the quayside, galleries 

and art workshops offer everything 

from glass art and exclusive jewellery 

to paintings and other unique works 

of art. If you pop by at the right time, 

you can even see the talented artists 

in action. 

Little ones and other playful souls can 

see live fish at the harbour's pat-afish 

platform, catch crabs, or burn off 

energy at the fun nature playground. 

There are many events and activities 

in Hundested Harbour during the 

summer months, including the special 

cultural attraction Hundested Sand 

Sculpture Festival, where international 

sand sculptors, including several world 

champions, create world-class monumental 

and transitory sculptures from 

golden grains of sand. (p. 34). Be sure 

to take the opportunity to walk down 

to the harbour basin, where you can 

see the expedition ship Kivioq, used 

by polar explorer Knud Rasmussen 

SUMMER TIP 

The harbour and pedestrian 

street are buzzing with life and 

market bustle throughout the 

summer. The town shops are 

open longer on designated 

days - with lots of special promotions, 

of course! 


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on his last expedition to Greenland. 

North Sealand's little yellow train runs 

to Hundested Harbour, which is super 

convenient! 

Tip: From Hundested, you can take 

the fast connection across the Isefjord 

to the lovely holiday village of Rørvig. 

The crossing takes 25 min. Departs 

every 30 minutes (during high season). 

DESIGN AND 

ARTWORK 

Kajgaden, the popular and charming 

pedestrian shopping street at Hundested 

Harbour, is home to many of 

the town's local design boutiques and 

working workshops. One of the traditional 

fishermen's cottages is home 

to the contemporary art gallery 'Artisteri'. 

Internationally renowned illustrator 

Andrea Ucini, whose work includes 

pieces for the New York Times and the 

Washington Post, works and exhibits 

here. Also visit the cute Cookie Home 

for clothing for all ages and seasons. 

The shop's owner specialises in good 

quality at great prices and, besides 

clothes, also sells glittering jewellery 

and beautiful homeware. Among the 

fishing cottages in Kajgaden you will 

also find the garden centre Barfods 

Have, where Hundesteds own gardener, 

Anja Barfod, is ready with tips 

for the summerhouse garden and an 

exciting array of garden tools, herbs 

and much more for the garden and 

outdoors. If you crave a perfect cup 

of coffee, stop by Det Lille Kafferisteri, 

which is a roastery, coffee bar and 

shop all under one roof. The coffee 

bar roasts several times a week, and 

all the coffee is superior quality and 

organic. On the shelves you will also 

find an exclusive selection of brewing 

equipment and other coffee goodies. 

A stone's throw from Kajgaden, right 

out to the water's edge on the old 

slipway, is Backhaus Brown glassblowing 

studio next to the jeweller Bendix 

Copenhagen, drawing you in with 

beautiful, exclusive glass designs, and 

Danish-designed jewellery in precious 

metals, quality diamonds and cultured 

pearls. Nearby, Helle K Kunst & Design 

sells artisan crafts from Africa, Asia and 

Denmark - including cushions made 

from saris from India, embroidery from 

North Vietnam and baskets, clothes 

and jewellery from Ghana, Senegal and 

many other countries. All items traded 

with a commitment to fair trade. 

PSST ... If you crave more shopping, 

head to Nørregade, where there 

are several small boutiques selling 

designer goods from everything for 

the kitchen to the wardrobe. Visit Erantis 

florists for a colourful selection of 

seasonal bouquets and flowers, indoor 

plants, wine, chocolates and homeware, 

or find a new look from the clothes 

at Edberg & Co. If you have a sweet 

tooth, stop by the town's ice cream 

shop, Vaffelhjørnet, where waffes are 

baked using flour from Hundesteds 

own communal mill at Grønnessegaard. 

Hundested Erhvervsforening organises 

THE LITTLE STOPS 

ALONG THE 

WAY 

• The House of Knud 

Rasmussen 

• Knud Rasmussen 

Memorial 

• Spodsbjerg Fyr 

• Fyrgården 

• Kikhavn 

• Karlsstenen Dolmen in 

Grønnesse Skov 

• Eco-village 

Økosamfundet Dyssekilde

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HERE YOU CAN RENT BIKES 

• Hundested Cykler 

• Hundested Tourist Information 

• Sølager Strand Camping 

• Dyssekilde Station 

numerous events in the local community 

throughout the year - including 

Hundested by Night, summer concerts 

and the cosy town and harbour Christmas 

market. 

MANY DELICIOUS 

PLACES TO EAT 

Hundested Harbour also boasts several 

great eateries, including Halsnæs 

Bryghus, which describes its cuisine 

as honest and simple, inspired by beer 

and influenced by fish. Check the calendar 

to stay up to date - the schedule 

includes music, barbecue, comedy, 

beer tastings and diverse events. At 

Restaurant Havfruen you can admire 

the beautiful view from the sun terrace 

while enjoying a sumptuous meal. 

Try for example the renowned fish and 

seafood platter while spotting shooting 

stars. Enjoy the harbour basin view 

come rain or shine, as the restaurant 

has seating inside and outside, as well 

as upstairs and downstairs. The cosy 

bistro Knud puts their own twist on 

bistro classics: seaworthy and inspired 

by the water surrounding Hundested. 

Menu staples include; Oysters, lobster, 

mussels and butter-fried flatfish. However, 

it also features good quality steak, 

vegetable dishes and roast poultry. 

In the heart of the town, Ristorante 

Bellona invites you in to enjoy authentic 

Italian cuisine, traditional pizza 

and other international dishes made 

with fresh, high-quality ingredients. If 

you love Asian cuisine, the Chinese 

family restaurant Yo-Yo is a perfect 

choice. The menu covers both sushi 

and assorted Chinese dishes, and the 

establishment is committed to excellent 

service. If you're looking for quality 

groceries to cook up a storm at the 

summer cottage, or just need some 

inspiration for the guest menu, visit the 

extensive Meny in Nørregade, where 

both the butcher and the sommelier 

are on hand to offer tips and advice. 

Tothaven Visitor Farm just outside 

of town, has a dairy, which produces 

handcrafted ice cream and cheeses 

from the milk of the farms dairy goats. 

Enjoy the products at the farm café or 

purchase the treats from the small farm 

shop. At Tothaven, children and animal 

lovers can see the farm's numerous 

and diverse animals, ranging from 

goats and woolly pigs to honeybees 

and cats, and there are always lots 

of cute baby animals to snuggle with. 

The Halsnæs region is home to several 

lovely farm shops where you can buy 

a wide range of local produce - from 

ribeyes to freshly dug up potatoes and 

fresh strawberries. Just follow the signs 

for Spisekammer Halsnæs. 

FROM MUSEUMS TO 

SURFING 

Visit the house of polar explorer Knud 

Rasmussen on the outskirts of Hundested. 

The beautiful thatched building 

was built in 1917 and has been a 

museum since 1939, when Knud Ras-

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mussen's widow, Dagmar, turned the 

house over to the public. It is situated 

on a large natural plot overlooking the 

Kattegat and has been maintained, as 

far as possible, in keeping with the 

times when the renowned researcher 

lived and worked here. There is a small 

shop in the museum that has books 

about Knud Rasmussen and a wide 

selection of souvenirs relating to the 

house and Greenland. 

3km/2mi east of Hundested lies the 

old fishing village Kikhavn, with its 

many charming yellow and whitewashed 

houses still there just as they 

were 200 years ago. The village is a 

car-free zone, which just enhances 

the idyllic charm. 

Torup market is held every second 

Saturday (odd weeks 11 June - 15 

October). The market is located in 

rural surroundings by the station in the 

tiny village of Torupin. You can purchase 

vegetables, plants, 'wild food', 

cereals, and delicacies local enthusiasts 

produce. Next to Torup Market 

is one of Denmark's oldest eco 

villages, Økosamfundet Dyssekilde, 

which among other things, arranges 

guided tours of the residents' green 

lifestyle, as well as the organic café 

Torup Spisehus, which caters for 

meat-eaters, vegetarians and vegans. 

All raw materials are sourced within a 

local radius of max. 20 km/12 mi. The 

authentic Lynæs Harbour is worth a 

detour (more details on p. 36) - it 

is a paradise for wind- and kite surfers, 

boasts beautiful scenery, fantastic 

eateries and a unique atmosphere. 

HUNDESTEDS 

BEACHES 

There are many excellent areas 

to bathe near Hundested due to 

having a coastline on three sides. 

You can swim all year-round at 

the popular beach Trekanten 

Strand in the town centre. A short 

distance further up the north 

coast is the beach Gråstenvej 

Strand, and between Kikhavn and 

Nødebohuse you can relax on the 

beaches Nødebo Huse Strand or 

Hald Strand. 3km/2mi from Hundested 

is the child-friendly beach 

Lynæs Strand and Havbad, one 

of the favourite spots with locals 

for winter swimming.

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Tip: Would you like to wake up to a 

sea view? Then a harbour cabin is a 

perfect choice for you. Rent one of the 

cosy Hundested Havnehytter, right on 

the quay. Motorhomes are welcome 

to park on the harbour north pier and 

at the Isefjord at Hundested harbour. 

EXPLORE NATURE 

The area around Hundested is flat, hilly, 

beautiful and unspoilt - and completely 

surrounded by water. In other words: 

Here there are fantastic options for 

outdoor experiences in the fresh air. 

Visit one of the area's five distinctive 

beaches, which are all beautiful - with 

chalk-white sand, dunes, low tide, fun 

activities and hidden treasures - or go 

for a walk or hike in nature. Explore, 

for example, the area around Spodsbjerg 

Lighthouse, from where you are 

awarded with a spectacular view over 

Kattegat and the green hinterland, 

or take a lovely walk along the North 

Coast Path from the House of Knud 

Rasmussen to Kikhavn (1.5km/1mi). 

Walk the new hiking route Halsninoen 

(detailed on p. 66) for more of a challenge. 

There are also numerous excellent 

cycling routes in the Hundested area. 

Halsnæs is perfect to explore on two 

wheels, with great forest and beach 

paths. One of the many options is to 

cycle towards Grønnesse Skov. It is also 

a beautiful walk, and you can explore 

the historic Grønnessegaard Gods 

estate or take a scenic drive along 

one of the signposted routes, route 40 

and route 47. Near Hundested, there is 

also a forest area, Ullerup Skov, which 

has a forest maze and a forest playground 

to play to your heart's content. 

Hundested is also the perfect destination 

to head for if you like angling. For 

example, the area between Hundested 

and Hald is among the best sites in 

Denmark to catch sea trout. 

Possibilities are endless in and around 

Hundested, so welcome to this cosy 

harbour town!

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HUNDESTED 

HUNDESTED SAND 

SCULPTURE FESTIVAL 

12 May – 23 October 2022 

Kajgaden 7, 3390 Hundested 

sandfestival.dk 

Tickets can be purchased at the entrance. 

Adults: DKK 55. Children 4-12 years: DKK 25. 

Children 0-3 years: free. 

Café Sommerlyst 

Enjoy a delicious cake or a traditional café dish 

accompanied by a good beer, a glass of wine or 

a cup of coffee in the festival's cosy café. Café 

Sommerlyst's menu is also accessible on the 

festival website.

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WHERE THE SAND 

COMES alive 

From 12 May to 23 October, the 

Hundested Sand Sculpture Festival 

will again fill the harbour in Hundested 

with magnificent works of sand 

art created by artists from all over 

the world. More than 600,000 

visitors have left their footprints 

in the sand around the festival's 

amazing sculptures over the years, 

and this year another fantastic lineup 

of art and entertainment for 

young and old is in store. 

UNLEASH CREATIVITY 

Hundested Sand Sculpture Festival 

was initiated to create an 

attraction that could bring life to 

the local harbour - with an international 

flair. The event is both 

fun and inspiring. In addition to 

admiring the masterpieces by the 

many artists, you also have the 

opportunity to try your hand at 

sand sculpting. The festival has a 

large area for children, where the 

whole family can have fun and 

get creative with activities such 

as sand shaping, sand painting 

and treasure hunts. Take a break, 

enjoy a packed lunch in one of 

the festival's many indoor and 

outdoor seating areas, or visit the 

cosy Café Sommerlyst for all sorts 

of delicious refreshments. 

2022: A JOURNEY IN 

TIME AND SPACE 

For the Sand Sculpture Festival, 

time is as fleeting as the golden 

grains of sand between the sculptors' 

hands. The theme for 2022 is 

'Time Travel - Where Would You 

Go?' with no restrictions imposed 

by time and space, go on your 

own time travel journey through 

wormholes and time portals as 

this year's artists, among them 

several world champions, give 

their quirky and creative take on 

the theme. Welcome back to the 

future, and see you at the Hundested 

Sand Sculpture Festival! 

PREVIOUS THEMES 

2012 THE SEA AND ALL ITS BEAUTY 

2013 FAIRY TALES AND STORIES 

2014 THE VIKINGS AND NORSE MYTHOLOGY 

2015 THE MIDDLE AGES - FOR BETTER OR WORSE 

2016 THE GREAT DANES 

2017 ONCE UPON A TIME 

2018 MYTHS AND LEGENDS 

2019 MASTERPIECES 

2020 WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD 

2021 AROUND THE WORLD 

2022 TIME TRAVEL - WHERE WOULD YOU GO?

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LYNÆS 

LYNÆS 

Fishing village meets surfer's paradise 

Lynæs lies perfectly sheltered by the high cliffs of the headland at the inlet to Isefjord, just 2 km/1 mi south 

of Hundested. This idyllic fishing village is one of Denmark's oldest – and today, thousands of sailors from 

Isefjord, Roskilde Fjord and Kattegat flock to the charming marina. 

6 THINGS NOT TO 

MISS 

Haugen Galleri 

World-class art at the tip of the 

headland. 

Søndergade 31B, 3390 Hundested 

Lynæs Surfcenter 

Water sports, café, accommodation 

and real surfing atmosphere. 

Lynæs Havnevej 8, 3390 Hundested 

Tangsafari 

Jump in the water and learn about 

sea vegetables. 

dansktang.dk 

Valdemar Poulsens 

Høj 

Panoramic viewing spot with 

fantastic views over Hundested. 

A small path just north of Lynæs 

Kirke leads up to the mound. 

Walk along the cliff 

path with stunning views of 

Roskilde Fjord and Isefjord. 

Go from Lynæs towards St. 

Karlsminde. 

Lynæs Strand and 

sea swim bath 

Child-friendly beach with jetty and 

lifeguard during the summer season. 

Lynæs Havnevej 8, 3390 Hundested 

ADVENTURES FOR 

THE WHOLE FAMILY 

Lynæs is packed with fun adventures 

for the whole family. Children 

can enjoy the fun playground and 

adventure bridge at the harbour, 

where you can also use the BBQs, 

sea swimming bath, and the two 

shelters and bonfire areas. The 

summer months are full of various 

activities and music events on the 

pier. Keep an eye out for 'Live i 

Lynæs', for example, which provides 

great live music five Fridays during 

the summer. If you fancy lunch or 

a treat, the port has eateries and 

an ice cream parlour, and you can 

also buy some freshly caught fish 

to take home. So there are plenty 

of reasons to drop by and enjoy the 

great atmosphere. 

Tip: Do you love art? Then visit 

the small Haugen Gallery, which 

the painter and graphic artist Arne 

Haugen Sørensen has chosen as 

his exclusive gallery in Denmark. It 

is inside a disused bakery almost 

at the very tip of the headland, the 

perfect space to have peace so you 

can completely immerse yourself in 

the many beautiful works. 

SURF AND RELAXATION 

At Lynæs Surfcenter you can have 

a go at a variety of water sports 

from windsurfing to SUP and 

kayaking. If you're a beginner, you 

can book lessons with an instructor, 

and if you're already pretty 

experienced, you can just hire 

equipment and jump straight into 

the waves. Surfcentret can best 

be described as a 'micro resort' 

with its roots firmly in surf culture. 

If you'd rather hang out on 

the beach, the café at Lynæs 

Surfcenter is worth a visit. Hot 

coffee, cold drinks and juicy 

burgers are served all year round. 

It has a relaxed atmosphere. You 

will notice your shoulders relax 

and drop as soon as you enter. It's 

open to everyone, whether you're 

here for the surfing, enjoying 

a delicious bite to eat or just 

watching the sunset. 

UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION 

Once you get tired, it is easy to find a good place to stay in or around 

Lynæs. If you're visiting by boat, the marina is the place to be. Other 

accommodation options include Lynæs Camping, the unique surf shacks 

or glamping tents at Lynæs Surfcenter or one of the lovely shelters on the 

town's harbour. The natural environment surrounding Lynæs offers plenty 

of activity, and there is also a lovely, child-friendly beach where you can 

enjoy the beautiful sunrise over the harbour if you're up early enough.

Glasskibe is made 

in collaboration 

with cabinetmakers 

Egeværk 

EXCLUSIVE DESIGNS 

BY THE WATER’S EDGE 

At the end of Nordre Beddingsvej, where the fjord meets the quayside, Bendix Copenhagen and Backhaus Brown 

invite into a world of gold and glass. 

“Glass is our life and our shared passion. Nature is our source of inspiration in everything we do, and a dream came true 

when in 2008 we opened a new glass studio at Hundested Harbour. Backhaus Brown’s location enriches us with 

daily inspiration in the creation of unique and innovative glass design and the fjord and the volatility of light aligns 

beautifully with the unpredictability of glass.” Andrew Brown & Nanna Backhaus Brown 

“At Bendix Copenhagen, we work to create a whole - an exciting jewelry universe characterised by our shared enthusiasm 

for materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality, as well as visual aesthetics and design. The circle was closed 

in the summer of 2021 when we became a neighbour to the acclaimed glassblowers Backhaus Brown. 

With this unique location by the old harbour slipway, our jewelry is particularly complimented by the sea, 

yachts and an authentic harbour environment. We look forward to welcoming you.” Christina Bendix 

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@BACKHAUSBROWN · @BENDIXCOPENHAGEN

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HUNDESTED 

BIG 

EVENTS 

in North Sealand 

2022 

A summer highlight at the Louisiana Art Museum is the 

annual celebration of literature. The Louisiana Literature 

Festival takes place over four days and attracts more than 

40 Danish, Nordic and international authors and several 

thousand guests. This year the festival will be held from 

18-21 August.

There are big events with international flair, there are vibrant festivals with music and theatre - and then 

there's the underbelly of local, interesting experiences you won't want to miss. Food markets, historical 

markets, guided tours, boat trips, special activities for children, nature adventures and free experiences. 

Here is a small selection to inspire you. Discover many more activities on our website. 

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21. JANUARY – 12. JUNE 

Special exhibition: ’Wilhelm 

Marstrand. Den store fortæller’ 

Nivaagaards Art Collection 

nivaagaard.dk 

4. FEBRUARY – 31. 

AUGUST 

Special exhibition: about HKH 

Kronprinsesse Mary 

Frederiksborg Palace 

dnm.dk 

24. MARCH – 31. JULY 

Exhibition: Diane Arbus 

Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, 

Humlebæk 

louisiana.dk 

1. MAY – 24. SEPTEMBER 

Boat trips on Arresø onboard M/S 

Frederikke 

msfrederikke.dk 

12. MAY – 23. OCTOBER 

Sand Sculpture Festival Hundested 

Habour 

sandfestival.dk 

14. MAY 

Taste & Run, gourmet-adventure 

race in Halsnæs 

Grønnessegaard Gods, Hundested 

tasteandrun.dk 

19. MAY – 23. OCTOBER 

Exhibition: ’Forensic Architecture’ 


Humlebæk 

louisiana.dk 

25. MAY – 11. SEPTEMBER 

Exhibition: Dorothy Iannone 


Humlebæk 

louisiana.dk 

4. JUNE 

Halsnæs Open Air in Gjethuset, 


Outdoor concert with Malurt and 

Magtens Korridorer 

gjethuset.dk 

4-6. JUNE 

Time Winder, Nostalgia on land, at 

sea and in the air 

Grønnessegaard Gods, Hundested 

timewinder.dk 

4-6. JUNE 

Græsted Veterantræf 

gvtf.dk 

10-12. JUNE 

Hillerød Slotssø Byfest 

Facebook/Hillerød Slotssø Byfest 

11. JUNE – 15. OCTOBER 

Torup Marked 

Food market Saturdays in odd 

weeks at Dyssekilde Station in 

Torup near Hundested 

Facebook/Torup Marked 

18. JUNE 

Esrum Ølfestival 

The aroma of freshly poured beer 

spreads through Esrum as we fill 

the area to the brim with abbey 

beer, microbrews and hand-brewed 

beers. 

esrum.dk 

23. JUNE 

Sankthans bonfire by Slotssøen, 

Hillerød 

hillerod.nu 

24. JUNE 

Cannon Friday in Frederiksværk 

frederiksvaerkhandel.dk 

1-30. JULY 

Guided tours around Fredensborg 

Palace 

kongeligeslotte.dk 

1-31. JULY 


MUSIKFESTIVAL 

Gjethuset, Frederiksværk 

frv-musik.dk 

14. JULY – 8. JANUARY 

2023 

Exhibition: Alex Da Corte 


Humlebæk 

louisiana.dk 

21-23. JULY 

Musik in Lejet, Tisvildeleje 

musikilejet.dk 

6-7. AUGUST 

Kildemarked in Tisvilde 

kildemarkedet.dk 

6-7. AUGUST 

Art in Halsnæs, Open studio 

kunstihalsnaes.dk 

18-21. AUGUST 

Louisiana Literature Festival 

louisiana.dk 

25-28. AUGUST 

Nordsjællands Vandrefestival, 

Esrum Abbey 

nordsjaellandsvandrefestival.dk 

3. SEPTEMBER 

– 15. JANUARY 2023 

Special exhibition: ’Sofonisba – 

Historiens glemte mirakel’ 


nivaagaard.dk 

4. SEPTEMBER 

Frederiksværk Ironman 

Sports event, Frederiksværk 

frederiksvaerkstaalmand.dk 

3-4. SEPTEMBER 

Høstmarked, Krogerup Avlsgaard, 

Humlebæk 

aarstiderne.com 

2. OCTOBER 

MTB Marathon, Danmarks biggest 

and oldest 

mtbmaraton.dk 

21. OCTOBER 

Horror Walk – the streets of Hillerød 

are filled with creepy crawlies and 

scary monsters 

hillerod.nu 

25. NOVEMBER 

Christmas in North Sealand begins 

in Hillerød with the lighting of 

the Christmas tree and the old 

Christmas mill and the towns 

Christmas illuminations. 

hillerod.nu 

26-27. NOVEMBER 

Christmas market Grønnessegaard 

Gods, Hundested 

groennesse.dk 

See the top events 

in North Sealand here.

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FREDE 

RIKS 

VÆRK 

Beautifully located between Arresø 

and Roskilde Fjord, Frederiksværk 

is also known as “Little Venice” 

because of its canal and numerous 

iconic bridges. The old houses and 

buildings in the streets and alleyways 

of Frederiksvæk bear witness 

to the town’s past as Denmark’s first 

industrial centre, but Frederiksværk 

has so much more to offer. Today the 

town is a thriving commercial centre 

with attractive shops and a rich cultural 

life, with concerts throughout 

the year, as well as being the perfect 

base from which to launch expeditions 

into the rich surrounding countryside. 

The town has exciting playgrounds for 

children as well as opportunities for 

fishing and discovering wildlife close 

at hand, or perhaps a quiet walk along 

one of the many beautiful nature trails. 

THE CRADLE OF INDUSTRY 

How did Frederiksværk become the 

cradle of Danish industry? The story 

begins in the middle of the 18th 

century, when the drifting sands that 

had plagued North Sealand for centuries 

blocked off Arresø’s natural 

drainage, causing widespread flooding 

in the fields around the lake and consequently 

also heavy losses for the 

local farmers. Their complaints ultimately 

came to the attention of King 

Frederik IV who ordered a canal to 

be dug from Arresø to Roskilde Fjord. 

This resulted not only in a lot of happy 

farmers, but also that energy in the 

form of hydro power was now available. 

Hydro power meant that industry 

could develop along the banks of the 

canal and eventually, over time, gunpowder, 

bullets, cooking ranges and 

many other items were manufactured 

in Frederiksværk. To begin with, the 

Gunpowder Works and canon foundry 

were established, but quickly, many 

other major industries were attracted 

to the growing town. 

DISCOVER THE GUNPOW- 

DER TOWN 

In 2022, Frederiksværk’s unique and 

beautifully preserved Gunpowder


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Works continue to be an important 

part of the town. The original waterdriven 

machines of the Gunpowder 

Works still function today, and visitors 

can be regaled with stories about the 

dangers involved in manufacturing 

black powder, which had a tendency 

to explode, resulting in loss of both 

life and limb for the unfortunate 

gunpowder workers. The museum is 

a part of Industrimuseet Frederiks 

Værk, the Frederiks Værk Museum of 

Industry which tells the story of the 

town’s industrial history with changing 

exhibitions and themed guided tours 

of the town throughout the summer 

season. A ticket to the Gunpowder 

Works museum also includes entry 

to the polar explorer Knud Rasmussen’s 

Hus in Hundested, which today 

is a museum with a spectacular view 

over Kattegat. 

CULTURE AND CANNONS 

In addition to the Gunpowder Works, 

many of Frederiksværk’s old industrial 

buildings are still standing and their 

impressive architecture makes Frederiksværk 

unique. Today, the old 

cannon foundry Gjethuset has been 

transformed into one of Denmark’s 

most beautiful cultural centres. The 

majestic building creates the setting 

for everything from rock concerts and 

conferences to children’s theatre and 

international exhibitions. This small 

canalside town certainly makes sure 

there are activities for all age groups. 

Town Festival, Cannonball Friday, 

historical exhibitions in Palæet, the 

Industrial Museum building, open-air 

concerts in Ølsted Grusgrav, stand-up 

comedy in Slusen and intimate concerts 

in Elværk - the old electricity 

plant, are just some of the events 

planned for this year. The town’s pedestrianised 

shopping street is uniquely 

located between canal and forest and 

together with the i Noord shopping 

centre, Frederikværk offers a wide 

rage of speciality stores, second-hand 

shops, cosy cafes and eateries. 

NATURE AND TOWN IN 

SYMBIOSIS 

In Frederiksværk, the town and surrounding 

countryside are almost interwoven. 

Frederiksværk is situated in 

a large and hilly forest area, which 

can be seen after a short climb up 

the steps behind the shopping centre 

to Bakkestien, from where there are 

superb views out over the town, 

harbour and fjord. Those interested in 

WHERE TO STAY 

Frederiksværk Camping & Hostel 

An authentic hostel set in peaceful surroundings. Choose 

between rooms, cabins, motorhomes, shelters and camping. 

The hostel also hires out bicycles and canoes. 

Strandgade 30, DK 3300 Frederiksværk, tel. (+45) 23 44 88 44 

Nordsjællands Ferieboliger 

New holiday apartments in the heart of Frederiksværk, close to 

shops and amenities. All apartments are furnished in the Scandinavian 

style and have their own kitchen. 

Kirkegade 15C, 3300 Frederiksværk, tel. (+45) 27 62 32 50 

Ølsted Kro & Hotel 

Modern Danish ‘hygge’ in a traditional inn in the small town of 

Ølsted, with a menu featuring fresh local Danish ingredients. 

Just outside the inn is a small park with sculptures by the Danish 

artist Misja Kristoffer Rasmussen. 

Hovedgaden 10, 3310 Ølsted, tel. (+45) 47 74 91 81 

NINE THINGS YOU MUSTN’T MISS 

M/S Frederikke 

Set sail on Arresø, Denmark’s largest lake with the M/S Frederikke. 

The Gunpowder Works Museum 

Discover the history of gunpowder and see the machines used to 

manufacture it. 

Melby Overdrev 

The largest area of heath landscape on Sealand. 

Canoe trips 

to Arresø or Roskilde Fjord. 

The beavers of Arresø 

See the busy beavers in action. 

Ølsted Grusgrav 

Old quarry developed into an attractive country park. 

Asserbo Slotsruin 

Idyllic castle ruin, originally founded as a monastery in the 12th 

century. 

Dronningholm Slotsruin 

Discover the ruin of this medieval castle at Arrenæs. 

Hyllingebjergstenen 

Hyllingebjergstenen is a 3,000 year old monolith with some of the 

finest rock carvings in Denmark 

Tip: Love a good secondhand 

bargain? Why not visit 

Loppehjørnet at Nørregade 

2, a wonderful second-hand 

shop where you can find everything 

from furniture and 

clothes to vinyl records and 

bric-a brac. 

seeingthe surrounding from the water 

can rent a canoe from Frederiksværk 

Camping, the town’s camping 

site and follow the canal either to 

Roskilde Fjord or Arresø, Denmark’s 

largest lake. The idyllic Brede Å path 

begins at Frederiksværk Church and 

follows the line of the line of the canal 

through Arresødal Forest all the way 

to Arresø itself. There is a covered 

bird-watching platforrm by the lake, 

from which you can observe the rich 

bird-life of the area and, if you’re 

lucky, even catch a glimpse of the 

colourful and rare kingfisher. During 

the summer period visitors can also 

enjoy an unforgettable boat trip on 

Arresø in the beautiful old wooden 

ship M/S Frederikke.

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ACTIVITIES 

ALONG THE CANAL 

History, live music, shopping, fine dining - Frederiksværk 

has something for everyone! Below serves as 

inspiration to go out and explore the many experiences 

on offer for both young and old in North 

Sealand's lovely canal town. 

CULTURE 

ALL YEAR ROUND 

Gjethuset is North Sealand's largest and most beautiful 

cultural centre. For over 30 years, the old iron foundry 

has hosted concerts, shows, theatre, art and conferences. 

The building, once used for casting cannons, is 

an architectural experience in itself, but it's also worth 

checking out the cultural centre's calendar, which is 

packed with activities and events for the whole family. 

After a few seasons of restrictions and closures, Gjethuset 

is more than ready for 2022, bringing back its tradition 

of big open-air concerts. On 4 June, the audience can 

look forward to a summer party under the stars when 

Malurt and Magtens Korridorer perform at this year's big 

outdoor concert, Halsnæs Open Air. 

For the little ones, Halsnæs Børneklub offers both theatre 

with Cirkeline and 'Det store Ramasjangmysterie', already 

a favourite since being on DR. In July, the classical music 

festival Frederiksværk Musikfestival, and in the autumn 

the Jazznæs-festivalen takes place - as well as a wealth of 

other cultural experiences for the whole family. 

More details about Gjethuset's events are available at 

gjethuset.dk 

4.3. 

11.3. 

19.3. 

21.4. 

24.4. 

6.5. 

4.6. 

July 

22.9. 

6.10. 

GJETHUSET HIGHLIGHTS 

Back to Back 

Anders Blichfeldt 

Pink Floyd Project 

’Cirkelines museskole’ 

’Det store Ramasjangmysterie’ 

Danser med Drenge 

Halsnæs Open Air: Malurt and Magtens Korridorer 

Frederiksværk Musicfestival 

James Rasmussen Trio 

Jan Hellesøe, hypnotist and manipulator

FREDERIKSVÆRK 43 

JOIN US ON A TOUR OF THE TOWN 

8.5. and 12.6. History tour 

Three hours of local Danish history. 

26.6. Cycle tour: Entertainment along the way. 

Historical bike ride with funny stories and tall 

tales along the way. 

28.6. Street names are part of history, some 

streets have names. Some don't. Some are 

large and wide. Others are small and narrow. 

Hear the exciting stories behind the street 

names. 

19.7. Art and architecture in Frederiksværk 

Take a closer look at the town's architecture 

and artwork. 

10.7. and 24.7. Hike and sail with 


Relaxing Sunday excursion on Arresø aboard 

the boat M/S Frederikke. 

Details of all the museum's guided tours are 

available at indmus.dk 

MUSEUM FOR ADULTS 

AND CHILDREN 

The Gunpowder Works Museum is simply put, one 

of a kind! Here, powder mills lie like pearls on a string 

along both sides of the canal, and in more than a 

dozen of the carefully restored buildings, you can 

see the old machines at work - powered by water 

wheels, and some by electric motors. The Gunpowder 

Museum, is located on the old gunpowder site in 

Frederiksværk, it provides you with insight into the 

history of gunpowder production and how this was a 

highly hazardous activity. The risk of explosions was 

considerable, which is why the surrounding area is 

characterised by protective walls and tall trees, whose 

macabre function has been to catch debris and torn 

limbs when things went awry. The entire Gunpowder 

Works area is exceptionally well preserved - so much 

so that Frederiksværk was awarded the status of 

one of Denmark's 25 finest industrial monuments in 

2007. The museum offers guided tours and Sundays 

during the season are free for families with children. 

Aside from the Gunpowder Works, the museum also 

features the Palæet, the classicist house on the 

square in Frederiksværk, where the administration 

is based and small exhibitions on current topics are 

held regularly, as well as the polar explorer and author 

Knud Rasmussen's House. 

SHOPPING IN A COSY 

SETTING 

Thanks to drifting sand in the sixteenth century you can 

now enjoy a unique mix of architecture, gunpowder, 

bullets, shopping and services in Frederiksværk. 

Frederick V ordered the canal, the enchanting town has 

since sprung up around. The canal was originally dug to 

stop the frequent floods that gave the farmers major 

problems. Today Frederiksværk has over 130 shops - 

from pre-owned fashion at Loppehjørnet and Røde 

Kors to interiors and the latest fashion in the shopping 

centre i Noordand the city's welcoming pedestrian 

street Nørregade. Lovely cafés and delicious restaurants 

are also in abundance. Book a table at a Thai 

restaurant, for example Ban Phai, located in an old 

timbered house just a stone's throw from Gjethuset, or 

stop by the authentic Restaurant Tinggården, where 

old-fashioned craftsmanship is prioritised and all the 

food served is made from scratch. The restaurant is 

located in a thatched four-storey farmhouse idyllically 

nestled in the woods on the road between Frederiksværk 

and Helsinge, and chef and master chef Jan 

Friis-Mikkelsen is always happy to share his passion for 

seasonal ingredients. Parking is easy in Frederiksværk. 

There are around 1,400 free parking spaces in total, 

which are within walking distance of the pedestrian 

zone, cultural institutions and the woods. 

More details about the museum are available at 

indmus.dk and knudrasmus.dk

44 LISELEJE 

SUMMER HOLIDAY 

like 

IN THE GOOD 

OLD DAYS 

Just an hour's drive from Copenhagen, the north coast of Sealand offers 

something truly special: the romantic seaside resort of Liseleje. 

Spring on the north coast is crisp and clear, 

and summer here is just that little bit better 

than most other parts of the country. Liseleje 

is an excellent example of the traditional 

seaside resort holiday! When the sun 

beats down from a cloudless sky on a calm 

summer day, there is no better place in the 

world to be than right here. The sand stretches as 

far as the eye can see; the clear water sparkles 

with blue-green colours. Despite its modest size, 

there are plenty of great places to eat and stay. 

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE 

Into yoga or chilling on the beach? Paddling in a 

sea kayak? Or visit the market stalls, play games 

and party? Liseleje has it all and the town buzzes 

with life all summer long, offering activities for 

people of all ages. 

Hop on a bike or take a walk from Liseleje 

through Asserbo. Pass by the idyllic and magical 

troll forest and the scenic Melby Overdrev, soak 

in the sun's rays in the dunes or perhaps just take 

a stroll to the sea and enjoy the stunning view of 

the long coastline. 

One of the country’s largest and most beautiful 

natural playgrounds, Havtyren is definitely 

worth a visit. Just opposite Havtyren, a mere 

100m from the child-friendly beach, is Liselegeland 

playland. Children will love controlling 

the electric cars on the fun driving track and 

not forgetting the adventure mini-golf course, 

where all the family can fuel their competitive 

spirits and battle against each other. 

Tip: During the autumn and winter months, 

there are fewer people on the north coast, and 

the weather is more severe. Here you really get 

a sense of the forces of nature and find peace 

in your soul by listening to the wind and the crashing 

waves - the exceptional sunsets on the 

north coast can be appreciated year-round. 

SLEEP WELL IN LISELEJE 

At Liseleje Badehotel, you can enjoy a seaside 

holiday like in the olden days. Here you can 

sleep well, eat well in the hotel's lovely café, 

Kaffehuset, and retreat from everyday life, 

disconnect and enjoy your own company or 

that of those around you. The beach hotel 

also rents out bicycles, so you can discover 

the area's unique scenery on two wheels. For 

example, take the North Coast Cycle Route 47 

along the water, and discover beautiful Tisvilde 

Hegn nature area. 

If you prefer the cosy cottage life, find and 

rent the perfect house for you and your family 

through Feriepartner in Liseleje. Feriepartner 

offer holiday homes in many price ranges 

- super luxurious and more simply equipped 

houses, so there is something for every taste 

and need. 

In Liseleje you can enjoy a seaside holiday like 

the good old days, with the perfect mixture of 

relaxation, adventures and entertainment.

LISELEJE 

45 

3 EXCURSIONS WITH 

CHILDREN 

• Havtyren nature playground 

• Liseleje Beach 

• Liselegelandet with mini golf and 

electric cars 

OVERVIEW OF PLACES TO STAY 

LISELEJE BADEHOTEL 

Liselejevej 62, 3360 Liseleje 

Tel. +45 21 26 85 40 

liselejebadehotel.dk 

FERIEPARTNER LISELEJE 

Liselejevej 60, 3360 Liseleje 

Tel. +45 47 74 63 34 

feriepartner.dk 

B&B MELBY SNEDKERI 

Melbyvej 83, 3370 Melby 

Tel. +45 21 80 10 07

46 

BEACHES 

With 

FEET 

In 

THE 

WATER 

The north coast has been nicknamed ‘The Danish Riviera’ for 

a reason. Along the almost 70 km /43 mi stretch between 

Lynæs and Nivå, golden sandy beaches, classic promenades 

and cosy seaside resorts are strung together like pearls on a 

string. So grab your swimwear and sunscreen and head for 

a relaxing day in the North Sealand summer wonderland.

See more beaches in 

North Sealand 

BEACHES 47 

GILLELEJE 

The charming fishing village of 

Gilleleje, boasts not just one, 

but several great beaches to 

choose from. Strandbakkerne 

lies on the east side of town. It 

is a lovely family beach. On the 

other side of the harbour, Veststranden 

is an approximately 

20-metre wide sandy beach, 

where the water is a bit deeper, 

and there are usually a few 

more waves. Both beaches are a 

short walk from the cafés shopping 

in Gilleleje town centre and 

the ice cream parlours, eateries 

and maritime atmosphere of the 

town’s beautiful harbour. 

HUNDESTED 

Just a stone’s throw from the town and 

harbour of Hundested is the 300-metrelong 

Trekanten beach. The beach has 

lovely sand and a fine sandy shoreline 

and is very popular - with locals and 

holidaymakers alike. From Trekanten 

you can enjoy the fantastic view of the 

Isefjord and to the west lies the holiday 

town Rørvig. There are cafés, ice cream 

parlours, shops and mini golf nearby if you 

want to take a break from the sun. During 

the school summer holidays, lifeguards are 

on duty at the beach every day from 10 

am to 6 pm. At Trekanten Strand there is a 

disabled toilet facilities and an accessible 

ramp right down to the water. 


Dronningmølle Strand ranks high 

on the list of the north coast’s 

best and most visited beaches. 

The beach is very child-friendly 

with fine sand, shallow water and 

small, warm pools and ponds 

where kids can play, dig and 

splash about. It also provides 

good accessibility for people 

with reduced mobility. From the 

parking lot on the inland side 

of Villingebæk Strandvej there 

is a wheelchair ramp all the way 

down to the water’s edge, and 

the beach has disabled toilet 

facilities. 

LISELEJE 

At the edge of Tisvilde Hegn lies 

the cosy seaside village Liseleje 

- with charming timbered 

houses, hollyhocks and several 

good beaches. Closest to the 

centre you will find the lovely 

sandy beach Liseleje Strand, 

with lifeguards on duty, amble 

parking and disabled access 

to the water’s edge during the 

bathing season. Alternatively, 

if you prefer to get away from 

it all, head east to Lille Kulgab, 

which, along with Stængehus, a 

few kilometres further down the 

coast, is one of North Sealand’s 

most secluded beaches. Both of 

the beaches have fine dunes and 

good bathing conditions.

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BEACHES 

RÅGELEJE 

Follow Strandvejen and when it 

turns right out towards the sea in 

North Sealand, you’ve arrived in 

the atmospheric seaside resort 

of Rågeleje. Just the drive itself 

is an experience, but the town, 

and especially the beach, doesn’t 

disappoint either. On Rågeleje 

Strand, striped beach huts are 

lined up, making the wide stretch 

of coast look like a scene from 

’Badehotellet’. The dunes provide 

shelter for sunbathing and relaxing, 

and the town’s promenade is 

perfect for a stroll with a refreshment 

in hand. Round off the day 

with a beautiful sunset from the 

beach or the Heatherhill Hills just 

outside town. 

NIVÅ 

Just south of Nivås idyllic harbour 

area is the lovely and very childfriendly 

Nivå Strand. The beach is in 

a wide bay with shallow water and 

ideal swimming conditions for the 

youngest members of the family, 

and a lifeguard is on duty every 

day throughout the school summer 

holidays. Within walking distance 

from Nivå Strand is the Nivå Bugt 

Strandenge nature reserve, with 

stunning scenery and plenty of bird 

watching. If you fancy a refreshing 

treat, it’s just a short walk to a delicious 

ice cream on the harbour. 

LYNÆS 

The small harbour town Lynæs is 

about 2 km from Hundested. At 

the town’s harbour, you can take 

a dip in the harbour pool, which 

has a bathing bridge and steps 

down to the water. If getting sand 

between your toes is more your 

thing, you can lay your towel on 

the lovely sandy beach right next 

to the harbour, where there’s 

shallow water and great swimming 

for the whole family. Lynæs 

Surfcenter is located behind the 

beach, here you can rent kayaks 

and SUP boards. 

KEEP AN EYE 

ON THE FLAGS 

GREEN 

Bathing permitted 

TWO RED- 

YELLOW 

FLAGS 

Marks the area 

the lifeguard 

recommends for 

swimming 

YELLOW 

Bathing permitted 

but extra attention 

to the conditions 

required 

RED 

Bathing is strictly 

prohibited 

BLUE 

Clean bathing water

BEACHES WITH 

LIFEGUARDS ON DUTY 

Here you can see the 19 beaches with lifeguards on duty 

every day from June to August: 

BEACHES 49 

• Villingebæk, Dronningmølle 

• Espergærde Strand (south 

of the harbour) 

• Veststranden, Gilleleje 

• Strandbakkerne, Gilleleje 

• Heatherhill, Rågeleje 

• Grønnehave, Helsingør 

• Hornbæk Strand 

(east and west of the 

harbour) 

• Hornbæk Plantage 

• Trekanten, Hundested 

Liseleje Strand (east and 

west of the harbour) 

• Lille Kulgab, Liseleje 

• Lynæs Strand 

• Nivå Strand 

• Strandbjerggaard, Rågeleje 

• Smidstrup Strand 

• Snekkersten Strand 

• Tisvildeleje Strand 

(east and west of the 

harbour) 

• Stængehus, Tisvildeleje 

• Langebro, Ålsgårde 

SMIDSTRUP 

Behind Smidstrup’s pretty red and 

black summer cottages is a gorgeous 

hidden bathing beach. There 

is a jetty and a designated area 

where dogs are permitted to swim 

and stay off-leash, and Smidstrup 

Strand is one of the only beaches 

in Denmark where bonfires are 

permissible - a cosy treat for those 

long summer evenings when it’s 

nice to stay out after dusk. Smidstrup 

town has shops, cafés and 

an ice-cream parlour. The popular 

Kollerødgård Ice Cream Dairy voted 

the best ice cream in Gribskov, is a 

short drive away. 

TISVILDELEJE 

Tisvildeleje has a priceless beach 

hotel atmosphere. For generations, 

the small town with its kilometrelong 

beach has been an oasis and 

holiday destination for the city’s 

bohemians. Over the years, Tisvildeleje 

has become trendy with 

cafés, dining venues and bars, 

but the town still has plenty of 

charm and history. On the beach 

at the end of the main street, small 

colourful beach huts from the 

20th century create a distinctive 

atmosphere, and the area is full of 

beach hotels and holiday homes. 

The beach is located next to the 

wild and beautiful Tisvilde Hegn 

nature area.

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FREDENSBORG 

FRED 

ENS 

If you have blue blood in your 

veins, go to Fredensborg. The old 

palace and commercial town has 

a very special cultural heritage in 

store for you. Here you will find 

falconers training the flying skills 

of birds of prey, hop on the boat 

and visit Fredensborg Palace 

and take a stroll in the Royal 

Palace Gardens that have been 

restored for 10 years and have 

won international acclaim. 

PALACE GARDENS AND 

CHANGE OF GUARDS 

Fredensborg is situated between 

Hillerød and Helsingør surrounded 

by a forest and a lake. The town’s 

main attraction is Fredensborg 

Palace (p. 54) where you can stroll 

around Denmark’s largest and finest 

baroque garden which is an important 

part of the Danish cultural 

heritage. Last year it won international 

acclaim and was given The 

European Heritage Award for the 

thorough restoration of Fredensborg 

Palace Garden. A very special 

attraction in the Palace Gardens 

is Nordmandsdalen with its 70 

sandstone statues of Norwegian 

and Faroese farmers and fishermen 

(p. 54) If HM The Queen is residing 

at the palace, the Queen’s Guard 

has a daily change of guards 

at 12 o’clock, while the corps of 

drums parade through town every 

Thursday to the palace with pipes 

and drums.

FREDENSBORG 

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WHERE TO STAY 

• Fredensborg Store Kro 

• Fredensborg Vandrerhjem 

• Fredensborg Camping 

GREAT DINING 

• Fredensborg Store Kro 

• Country Market 

• Madkollektivet 

• No. 16 

• Sørup Is & Kaffestue 

• Skipperhuset 

LOCAL ACTIVITIES 

• Fredensborg Palace Gardens 

• Falkonergården 

• Fredensborg Museum 

• Højsager Mølle 

• Utzon Museum Fredensborg 

BORG 

ICE CREAM IN THE 

HARBOUR & BIRDS OF PREY 

Only two minutes walk from Fredensborg 

Palace, you will find the shopping 

street in Fredensborg, where 

you should take a stroll if you enjoy 

shopping. You can also swing by 

the charming, old harbours Sørup 

Harbour and Fredensborg Harbour 

and take a walk by the sea. For a 

boat trip, hop on Bådfarten Esrum 

Sødeparting from Skipperhuset 

which offers a beautiful boat trip 

on the lake to Dronningens Bøge 

passing the Palace Gardens. 

When you are done, stop by for a 

great big ice cream at Sørup Is & 

Kaffestuejust a stone’s throw away 

from the harbour. Here they also 

serve coffee and home-made cakes 

and cookies that you can enjoy 

inside or outside in their little, charming 

courtyard with views of Esrum 

Lake and the Palace Gardens. 

For the time of your life, drive to 

Falkonergården with its fascinating 

universe of birds of prey with 

the most lovely views of Esrum Lake. 

Here the professional falconers 

cooperate with falcons, American 

buzzards and steppe eagles for an 

amazing display regardless of the 

weather – so remember to bring 

rainwear and warm clothes. 

MADKOLLEKTIVET AND 

BISTRO 

You will find great eateries in Fredensborg. 

Madkollektivet Naboskaber, 

which is a modern community 

centre, forms the setting for parties 

or jazz for children, champagne 

dinners and baking events around 

Christmas on selected dates – and 

every Wednesday at 6 pm you can 

enjoy communal dining at Madkollektivet. 

If you prefer market place 

atmosphere, you should visit the 

charming Summer Country Market 

offering local produce. Relax on the 

sofa with a good cup of coffee or 

peruse all the delicate specialities 

and buy local produce to bring home 

for dinner. In Fredensborg you will 

find a lot of tasty treats and eateries 

like shop community No. 16 (p. 59), 

at Fredensborg Store Kro (p. 57) 

and Skipperhuset (p. 56).

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FREDENSBORG 

DRONNINGERUNDEN 

in the Municipality of Fredensborg 

Want to explore the Municipality of Fredensborg? Hop 

on the iron horse, and enjoy the 40 km/25 mi signposted 

bicycle trail, Dronningerunden, that winds its way through 

the four major constituent communities in the municipality: 

Kokkedal, Nivå, Humlebæk and Fredensborg. You 

will be passing a string of beautiful villages, landscapes 

and attractions, setting the scene for a beautiful day trip 

in the countryside. 

We will take you to four unique towns each with its 

special history and identity. 

The route in brief 

At the beginning of the route in 

Nivå, you can visit Nivaagaard Art 

Collection and the Ring Oven. In 

Fredensborg the route will take 

you through Humlebæk with 


to Fredensborg Palace and the 

Palace Garden and further down 

to Skipperhuset at Esrum Lake 

and Sørup. The route goes from 

Sørup to Karlebo and further to 

Avderød and Kokkedal before it 

ends in Nivå. 

STOP 1 

Nivå 

Start the route in Nivå, characterised 

by its history as a brickworks town 

defined by Lergravssøerne (clay lakes) 

and Ring Oven. You will be passing 

the Ring Oven at Nivaagaard Brickworks 

(p. 63), the only existing one 

in Denmark, where you can learn why 

it was one the great steps forward in 

industrial history. 

The Lergravssøerne where clay was 

dug for the brick production, are 

today recreational nature areas with 

a rich bird and fish life, featuring trails, 

bridges and a playground, providing 

space for active fun and learning for 

families with children. 

The Nivaa gaard Collection is adjacent 

to the Ring Oven. The atmospheric 

art museum houses a collection of 

500 years of world art, where you 

can get closer to the Italian Renaissance, 

Dutch Baroque and Danish 

Golden Age - Nivaagaard is a true 

cultural-historical gem that is not to 

be missed. The museum is surrounded 

by a beautiful, old rhododendron park 

which is an explosion of rich colours 

and beauty in May. 

Nivå Harbour and the beach are 

family-friendly areas of natural beauty. 

The harbour offers a variety of eating 

options, and the child-friendly beach 

has shallow water and beautiful sand. 

In windy weather, it is often packed 

with cool kite surfers, and the harbour 

is also a favourite spot for sailors. 

At the end of the beach is a unique 

bird sanctuary. More than 200 bird 

species have been observed here. 

The shallow Nivå Bay and the narrow 

coastal meadows are the only areas 

on the Danish Øresund coast where 

waders have the opportunity to rest 

and forage.

Psst … 

You may also follow 

Dronningerunden anticlockwise 

starting in Nivå 

– Humlebæk – Fredensborg 

– Kokkedal. The route is 

signposted to make it easy to 

find your way. See the route at 


STOP 2 

Humlebæk 

If you follow this route, you will get to 

Humlebæk which is primarily known 

for Louisiana Museum of Modern Art. 

A beacon among art museums, offering 

a unique blend of art, architecture and 

nature that attracts guests from all over 

the world. Enjoy the Sculpture Park’s 

fantastic view of the Øresund, and let 

the kids loose in the Children’s Wing (p. 

89) – Louisiana is also an art museum 

for children. 

Humlebæk has more than art to offer, 

so take your time to look in the town’s 

many specialty shops, cafés and 

restaurants, which are mostly lined 

along the beautiful coast, Strandvejen. 

Enjoy a good cup of coffee and buy 

some culinary treats to bring home. 

Aarstidernes Farm Shop at Krogerup 

Avlsgård offers a large selection of 

organic quality produce, and you 

are always welcome to have a look 

around the organic and biodynamic 

farm. Humlebæk’s long coastal line 

with harbours, beaches and cultural 

environments offer plenty of opportunities 

for fun, activities and relaxation, 

while the forests on the land give you 

access to recreational nature. 

STOP 3 

Fredensborg 

The route continues along the coast 

to the idyllic Sletten Harbour, before 

it turns into the countryside towards 

Fredensborg (p. 60). You will immediately 

see the stately white baroque 

palace in front of you. For many years, 

Fredensborg Palace (p. 54) has had 

special status as the royal family’s most 

used palace and we recognise it from 

the media in connection with royal 

events and international state visits. 

Fredensborg town has developed 

around the palace, which was finished 

in 1722. A charming and lively commercial 

town, where the pedestrian street 

Jernbanegade links the station and 

the palace, and contains a wide selection 

of retail shops, supermarkets and 

eateries. If you arrive by train, you can 

stroll through the pedestrian street and 

enjoy seeing the palace as it suddenly 

appears right in front of you like an 

almost surreal greeting from the past. 

Royal and local, historic and present, 

side by side. 

Slotsgade is home to several listed 

buildings with fascinating stories. E.g. 

you can see the Bournonville house, 

where the royal ballet master August 

Bournonville used to live. Skipper Allé 

leads you down to Esrum Lake, where 

the boat trip will take you adventuring 

on Denmark’s second largest lake. Also 

look into the Chaluphus and Skipperhuset, 

and stroll around the Palace 

Gardens, which are open all year round. 

In Fredensborg, you are never far from 

breathtaking nature – the palace was 

probably built here for the very same 

reason. 

Fredensborg 

Humlebæk 

Nivå 

Kokkedal 

FREDENSBORG 53 

STOP 4 

Kokkedal 

Your last stop on this route is Kokkedal 

which is leading the way with creative 

solutions to today’s climate challenges. 

If you are interested in urban development 

and climate adaptation that 

integrate solutions to the problem of 

large amounts of rain, then Kokkedal is 

an inspiring visit. The river and green 

areas bind the city together, physically 

and socially. The town is equipped 

with a future-proof rainwater system, 

which also creates new attractive and 

safe urban spaces for experiences and 

having fun. 

Visit Bølgepladsen’s new exciting 

activity area and admire the sculpture 

‘Skålen og Perlen’ which unfolds 

when the sun goes down, and go down 

to the river and work up a sweat at 

Naturhængslet. 

→ The route goes back from here to 

Nivå, where Dronningerunden ends, 

and you can enjoy a well-deserved 

lunch or a good cup of afternoon 

coffee at one of the town’s cosy 

eateries or cafés.

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FREDENSBORG 

FREDENSBORG PALACE 

DENMARK’S VERSAILLES 

with BAROQUE GARDEN 

The town’s main attraction is 

Fredensborg Palace where 

you can stroll around Denmark’s 

largest and finest 

baroque garden which is an 

important part of the Danish 

cultural heritage. Last year 

it won international acclaim 

and was given The European Heritage 

Award for the thorough restoration of 

Fredensborg Palace Garden. 

This year we can celebrate the tercentenary 

of the old baroque palace that 

was originally built as a hunting palace 

for Frederik IV and was offcially opened 

on the King’s birthday in 1722. 

The palace has had great significance 

for Fredensborg town, which clearly 

shows that it has grown from the 

palace – e.g. the baker and the blacksmith 

was moved outside the place to 

lower the risk of fire – and maybe that’s 

the reason why Fredensborg Palace 

still stands today, for the most part, as 

it was built 300 years ago. Later, palace 

offcials had houses built in the palace 

surroundings that still stand today. 

The Queen’s most 

frequented residence 

Today, Fredensborg Palace is one of 

the royal family’s most frequented 

residences. HM The Queen often uses 

the palace as her fixed abode. To mark 

this, the citizens always welcome her 

back to the palace in early spring 

with a traditional torchlight parade. 

The town's pride in housing one of 

the Queen’s favourite palaces will be 

celebrated in 2022 with her Golden 

Jubilee, marking the 50th anniversary 

of the accession of HM The Queen. 

The palace often forms the setting for 

major royal events. E.g. royal weddings, 

confirmations and birthday parties are 

hosted here and state leaders and 

ambassadors are received here from all 

over the world. When state leaders are 

on offcial visits, it is tradition that they 

write their signature with a diamond on 

one of the palace’s glass panes. 

Palace garden with 

magnificent grounds 

If you stop by the palace, you must 

take a stroll in the impressive Fredensborg 

Palace Gardens which is one of 

Denmark’s largest historic gardens. 

They were laid out at the same time 

the palace was built, but were later 

converted to French Baroque style in 

1759-69. During this period, the sculptor 

Johannes Wiedewelt created many 

sculptures, including the magnificent 

double avenue, Brede Allé. 

On the occasion of HM The Queen’s 

Golden Jubilee, Fredensborg has 

received a 1-million donation from the 

A.P. Møller Fonden in 2022 to renovate 

the Gardens – covering among 

other things the so-called Eremitage 

Pavilions originally built by Frederik 

IV, and the King’s Bridge, which was 

a birthday present for the late Prince 

Henrik, when he reached the age of 

60. The Bridge was opened in 1996. 

A very special attraction is also Nordmandsdalen 

with its 70 sandstone statues 

of Norwegian and Faroese farmers 

and fishermen. A daring order by Frederik 

V, as it usually wasn’t common 

people, but ancient gods and goddesses 

who were on display in the royal 

palace gardens. 

Adjacent to the palace is the Royal 

private garden, the Orangery and the 

historic kitchen garden, which supplies 

fresh flowers and vegetables to the 

royal household. These three areas 

are only open to the public in July on 

guided tours. The rest of the gardens, 

including the finest baroque landscaping 

in Denmark, have free admission 

all year round. 

FREDENSBORG PALACE 

Slottet 1B, 3480 Fredensborg 

Tel. +45 33 95 42 00 

www.kongeligeslotte.dk 

OPENING HOURS AND 

GUIDED TOURS 

The public areas of the place gardens are 

always open. The palace is only open for guided 

tours in July 2022 between 10 am and 

3 pm. Read more about opening hours and 

guided tours, and purchase tickets at www. 

kongeligeslotte.dk or at the palace.

FREDENSBORG 

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The history behind the name 

Frederik IV named the white, elegant baroque 

palace “Fredensborg” to commemorate the Great 

Northern War that ended in 1720. In the following 

decade, the palace was extended several 

times, but still appears as an architectural entirety. 

Between 1720-26, the architect and head 

gardener J.C. Krieger created a palace complex, 

comprising a small main palace with a dome and 

lanterns and an octagonal courtyard.

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FREDENSBORG 

SKIPPER 

huset 

The historic Skipperhuset, dating back to 1757, is 

one of North Sealand's best restaurants today. 

Skipperhuset enjoys a location near the grounds 

of Fredensborg Palace and on the shores of Esrum 

Lake. Here you will experience a unique atmosphere 

and charm with beautiful views of the forest, boat 

bridge and the Chaluphus and its little harbour. 

Modern cuisine using 

traditional techniques 

Skipperhuset offers a gastro dining 

experience created with quality local 

ingredients and using traditional 

techniques, a combination that ensures 

a dining experience just as beautiful as 

the surroundings. Visit during the summer 

months, and you can enjoy the food, nature 

and tranquillity right at the water's edge of 

one of Denmark's most spectacular lakes. 

Summer evenings you have a front row seat 

to the magical sunsets over Esrum Lake. 

Lunch options include modern Nordic 

‘smørrebrød’ open sandwiches, or try 

one of the signature dishes, such as 

Skippertoast, which is a real treat for 

seafood lovers. The dinner menu offers 

a luxurious dining experience consisting 

of a selection of light-bites, small bistro 

dishes and an extensive wine list ranging 

from juicy natural wines to great classics. 

French bistro cuisine is at the heart of 

the restaurant's gastronomic approach - 

infused with influences from both Nordic 

and Italian cuisine. 

Whether you visit to discover the charm 

of Skipperhuset, experience the magical 

sunsets or to enjoy a gourmet feast, a visit 

to Skipperhuset is always well worth the trip. 

That's why it can be diffcult to get a table, 

it's a good idea to book well in advance, 

especially during the summer months and 

in the lead up to Christmas. 

SKIPPERHUSET 

Skipper Allé 6, 3480 Fredensborg 

Tel. +45 48 48 10 12 

Email: info@skipperhuset.dk 

See more details about opening hours 

and table reservation at skipperhuset.dk.

FREDENSBORG 

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FREDENSBORG STORE KRO 

Did you know that Fredensborg Palace was built 

because of a love story between King Frederik 

IV and Anna Sophie Rewentlow? And that the 

King built Fredensborg Store Kro when he built 

the palace in early 1720s? The inn served as the 

King’s meeting place, where he could meet the 

kingdom’s offcials and govern the country without 

disturbing his privacy or love life at the palace. And 

love is still the essence and foundation of Store 

Kro today, almost 300 years after it all began. It is 

the love of the best ingredients and the best taste 

that motivates the chefs when they prepare the 

food at magical Fredensborg Store Kro. It is the 

love of good service and hospitality that all the 

waiters, hosts and hostesses at Store Kro will greet 

you with during your visit. They call it an everyday 

adventure – and you can be part of it! 

LUNCH 

Traditional Danish “smørrebrød” in a class 

of its own. Here you can enjoy some of the 

best in Danish open sandwiches. Try both 

the classic and the modern versions. 

DINNER 

The evening bistro is composed of classic 

French values and quality Danish ingredients. 

Seasonal ingredients are used to treat your taste 

buds, seasoned with adventurous hospitality. 

FREDENSBORG STORE KRO 

Slotsgade 6 

3480 Fredensborg 

E-mail: info@storekro.com 

Tel. +45 71 71 21 21 

www.storekro.com

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FREDENSBORG 

FREDENSBORG 

VANDRERHJEM 

Østrupvej 3, 3480 Fredensborg 

Tel. +45 60 54 97 00 

fredensborgvandrerhjem.dk 

Opening hours & info: 

Fredensborg Vandrerhjem is open all 

year round. Remember to order bed 

linen and towels, if you haven’t brought 

your own. Dogs are welcome, following 

arrangement. More details are available 

at fredensborgvandrerhjem.dk regarding 

opening hours, prices and activities. 

FREDENSBORG 

VANDRERHJEM 

Close to shopping, bathing 

lake and the Royal Gardens 

In the King’s backyard, neighbouring Fredensborg Palace, 

you will find a unique family-run conference centre with 

plenty of Danish cosiness and surrounding areas, guest 

kitchen, sun terrace and barbeque facilities. 

If you are a craftsman looking for cheap accommodation 

in North Sealand, or you need a place to spend 

your holiday with your family, celebrate wedding, 

confirmation, training course, day meetings or school 

camp with food prepared with passion, check out 

Fredensborg Vandrerhjem in the most beautiful royal 

surroundings you can imagine. 

Close to town, Esrum Lake and good parking facilities 

for your car and bikes.

FREDENSBORG 

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NO.16 

Jernbanegade 16 


no-16.dk 

Instagram: @no16fredensborg 

SHOP 

like a local 

Just five minutes from Fredensborg Palace is the 

retail community No.16, which is well known for it’s 

local atmosphere. Here, everyone greets each other 

and many meet for a spot of shopping followed 

by a tasty lunch, coffee or a glass of wine in the 

lovely café. No. 16 is a large community of shops in 

Fredensborg, the store houses 4 large shops and about 

25 small shops. Where there are plenty of great items for 

you and your home. No.16 has everything, from clothes 

and jewellery to home decor, gourmet delights and one 

of Denmark's finest knitting shops. 

Welcome in to the No.16 universe!

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FREDENSBORG 

FREDENSBORG 

CAMPING 

A CAMPSITE THAT RESPECTS NATURE. 

Fredensborg Camping is a peaceful and quiet 

family campsite, where dogs are also welcome. 

The place is like an elderly lady that we are 

taking good care of, respecting the beautiful 

nature. It’s situated in park-like and landscaped 

surroundings with many different kinds of 

trees and bushes, providing good shelter. 

In May and June you will be able to hear nightingales 

singing 24 hours a day (mostly). 

FORGOT YOUR TENT? 

If you want an even more special experience 

at Fredensborg Camping, you 

can sleep in a command tank from 1968 

previously used by the Danish military. 

The tank is insulated so you can sleep 

tight in the summertime when the 

weather is bad. You can charge your 

phone and laptop during the night 

so you will have enough power for 

next day’s adventures. If you are on 

holiday on two wheels, you can leave 

your baggage, lock the door and take 

a ride down to Louisiana Museum of 

Modern Art. 

GO SIGHTSEEING IN THE AREA 

The campsite is situated in a beautiful 

landscape in North Sealand and you 

will find plenty of biking and hiking activities 

in the area. At the same time, it’s 

also obvious to combine your camping 

holidays at Fredensborg Camping with 

visits to the many attractions nearby 

such as Fredensborg Palace, Louisiana 

Museum, Bakken etc. And should you 

want to feel the big city vibe, Copenhagen 

is only a drive away. 

If you want to combine the rural and 

countryside atmosphere with city life 

and sightseeing, Fredensborg Camping 

is a good suggestion for a campsite 

combining both. 

FREDENSBORG CAMPING 

Humlebækvej 31 


Tel. +45 49 19 44 48 

fredensborgcamping.dk 

OPENING HOURS 

Fredensborg Camping is open all 

year. See fredensborgcamping.dk 

for details of opening hours, entry 

prices and attractions in the area.

EAT 

UP 

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If you also travel to eat, you can't get around popping 

into Humlebæk, Sletten and Nivå to sit down 

at a table. Here you can both eat with a knife and 

fork with white tablecloths, buy freshly brewed 

coffee to go or stroll through food markets full of 

fresh takeaway produce. 

TO THE SANDWICH 

MAIDEN 

At the entrance to Nivå Harbour is 

Trekosten, with a fantastic view of 

the island of Hven and the Swedish 

coast. If you like fish, order the 

restaurant's fried plaice, prepared 

in Skagen style with cranberries. For 

lunch, you can have classic Danish 

open sandwiches and luncheon dishes 

such as “Parisian steak”, “Caesar 

salad”, and deep-fried camembert. 

And every Wednesday – all year 

round – Wiener Schnitzel is served 

with everything. What's not to like! 

TREKOSTEN 

29, Nivå Strandpark 

2990 Nivå 

Tel. +45 49 14 05 55 

trekosten.dk 

@trekosten 

FOR GOURMET LOVERS 

With direct views of Oresund, surrounded 

by idyllic fisherman houses, 

Restaurant Sletten offers gourmet 

food with sea views – whether for 

lunch, dinner, a conference or a 

party. Based on new Nordic and 

classical cuisine with a strong focus 

on the individual ingredients. The 

ingredients come mainly from the 

best local producers and are complemented 

by European specialities. 

In addition, the restaurant is proud 

to offer one of North Sealand's most 

ambitious wine menus. 

RESTAURANT SLETTEN 

Gl. 137, Strandvej 

3050 Humlebæk 

Tel. +45 49 19 13 21 

sletten.dk 

@restaurantsletten 

FOR THE COFFEE LOVER 

Just a few hundred yards from 

Humlebæk Station on the 'route 

to Louisiana' is Lind's Coffee Shop. 

Here you will find a charming meeting 

place with nostalgia, art, good 

coffee and a splash of rock and roll. 

Enjoy a home-baked cake inspired 

by the season and a good cup of 

coffee (to go if you're going to an art 

museum), or order a good brunch 

or luncheon plate to eat in the cosy 

little pocket of time with patterned 

wallpaper on the walls and high 

chairs for the little ones. 

LIND'S COFFEEBAR 

9, Oscar Brunsvej 


Tel. +45 49 19 18 18 

lindskaffebar.dk 

@lindskaffebar 

Psst ... 

Other great dining 

experiences 

If you are a real foodie, stop 

by the “Aarstidernes” (Season’s) 

farm shop at Krogerup 

Avlsgaard in Humlebæk, 

where you will find a fresh 

selection of fruit and vegetables, 

wine, beer, and other 

specialities. If you’re looking 

for a good loaf of bread for 

your breakfast coffee, pop 

by the “Brødsnedkeren” (The 

Bread Maker) in Humlebæk, 

where bread is baked according 

to old traditions.

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NIVÅ 

NIVAAGAARD 

ART COLLECTION 

Nivaagaards Art Collection is a small museum with 

outstanding art. It is next to protected salt marshes 

with a view over the Øresund Sound and a wonderful 

rhododendron park. The museum's collection 

spans 500 years of art history, with notable works 

from the Italian Renaissance, Dutch Baroque and Danish 

Golden Age. Special exhibitions, the art collection and 

the surrounding environment, are further brought to life 

through the museum's diverse events - from lectures and 

concerts to guided tours, croquis and drawing classes, 

family events and walks. There is a 'Reserve for endangered 

words' in the park with about 100 words that are about to 

disappear from the Danish language. The reserve promotes 

new explorations of the language and generates intergenerational 

conversations. 

Golden Age, pop and renaissance 

In 2022, Nivaagaard's Art Collection invites you to the most ambitious 

year of exhibitions in the museum's history. Following hot in the 

footsteps from the major spring exhibition of the Golden Age painter 

Wilhelm Marstrand's incredible work, visitors are invited to come 

and discover the iconic works of American nun and pop artist Sister 

Corita Kent in Danh Vo's installation at the museum. In September, 

the doors will open to the work of another female world artist, whose 

exhibition 'Sofonisba - The Forgotten Miracle of History' will once 

again be recognised in art history. In the first exhibition of its kind 

in Northern Europe, visitors are treated to a large part of acclaimed 

female Renaissance painter Sofonisba Anguissola's lifetime body of 

surviving work, in addition to the museum's collection of major work 

by the most acclaimed female Renaissance painter. 

Café, shop and 

evening open hours. 

The café offers delicious lunch dishes, 

homemade cakes, and dinner service 

during museum evening open hours on 

Tuesday-Friday. The small museum shop 

stocks many items related to the special 

exhibitions and the art collection. 

Admission is free to the café and the 

shop during museum opening hours. 

More details available at nivaagaard. 

dk, or follow the museum on Facebook 

and Instagram. 

NIVAAGAARDS 

ART COLLECTION 

Gammel Strandvej 2, 

2990 Nivå 

Tel. +45 49 14 10 17 

nivaagaard.dk 

800 metres from Nivå 

Station. There are six 

trains per hour to and 

from Copenhagen and 

Elsinore. Bus 388 goes 

from Lyngby and 

Helsingør.

NIVÅ 

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NIVÅ CAMPING IN ROYAL NORTH SEALAND 

A scenic oasis with the sound of birds 

all around, Nivå Camping is one of 

Denmark's longest-running campsites, 

close to forest and culture with its own 

lake. The campsite is in a tranquil area 

close to the ancient clay pits, a popular 

excursion destination for nature lovers. 

Nivå Camping is centrally situated in 

North Sealand near the iconic Whisky 

Belt, with easy access to trains, buses 

and cycle paths. The site is also close 

to the beautiful coastline between 

Copenhagen and Elsinore, which 

boasts a unique maritime environment. 

Location is everything, just 800 metres 

from the harbour at Nivå Havn, sandy 

beach and restaurants. There are also 

several golf clubs in the area and a 

playground for the children to enjoy. 

Would you like to stay in a hut, 

motorhome, campervan, tent or 

shelter? 

The campsite offers three different 

accommodation options. Traditional 

huts that are pretty basic and without 

running water, luxury huts, and mobile 

homes with private bathroom facilities. 

If you're a real nature lover, 

you can also choose to stay in the 

site's brand new luxury shelters or 

pitch a tent in a cosy area for tents 

with picnic tables. The motorhome 

pitches are on a solid surface. It 

is free to use the gas grill on the 

terrace. It is idyllic and charming. 

Come to Nivå Camping and get 

inspired by nature, heritage and 

history. 

Opening hours 

& info 

Nivå Camping is open 

from 26 March through to 

2 October 2022. You can 

also park up and leave the 

campervan free of charge 

on weekdays (without electricity 

and for a maximum 

of three weeks at the same 

location) and just pay for the 

weekends. More details are 

available at nivaacamping. 

dk regarding opening hours, 

prices and activities. 

NIVÅ CAMPING 

Sølyst Allé 14, 2990 Nivå 

Tel. +45 49 14 52 26 


Psst … If you love to climb 

trees, that is also an option at 

the campsite. Here is Nivå Klatrepark 

where you can climb. 

NIVÅ WALK - RHODODENDRONS AND BRICKWORK HISTORY 

The nature around Ring Oven is a 

must-see for hiking enthusiasts. The 

historic area is just five minutes away 

from Nivå Camping, where accommodation 

options include shelters 

where you can sleep under the stars. 

The Ring Oven is 

truly unique. 

You can’t miss the distinctive yellow 

chimney you see as you drive towards 

Nivå. You're immediately intrigued by 

the mystery it possesses - the Ring 

Oven is, after all, the cultural embodiment 

of the evolution to industrial 

development that occurred across 

Europe. A reminder of a now lost 

industrial past. 

From industry to 

animal and plant life 

Don't miss out on anything! You don't 

have to go very far before you come 

to four smaller clay pits, which you 

can meander through a small trail 

network. Although it is hard to see, the 

lakes are actually really deep. Clay was 

excavated from these lakes until around 

1920 to make yellow bricks in the Ring 

Oven at Nivaagaard Brickworks. Today, 

the lakes are teeming with animals 

and plants. Some of the lakes have 

even been granted protected status. 

It is a lovely area for hiking. Bring a 

packed lunch and enjoy a picnic with 

stunning views of the beautiful lakes. 

3 things to add to the 

packing list 

1. Binoculars The bird sanctuary 

at Nivå Å is worth a visit. 

2. Sunglasses. Go on a long walk 

along Nivå Kyst, see more and 

enjoy the outdoors more with 

sunglasses on. 

3. Swimwear. Nivå Havn has a 

great sandy beach. Take a dip 

in the Øresund! 

Fancy sleeping in a luxury shelter 

under the stars after the hike? 

Did you know you can sleep in a 

shelter at Nivå Camping? Eva, the 

owner, has made it possible to sleep 

under the stars while still having 

access to comforts such as bathroom 

facilities ideal for a hot bath in the 

morning. If you want an even more 

luxurious experience, you can even 

sleep on thick spring mattresses and 

soft hotel duvets and pillows, which 

Eva prepares in the shelter. 


nivaacamping.dk

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HUMLEBÆK 

LOUISIANA 

MUSEUM OF MODERN ART 

Louisiana is a leading international museum of Modern Art. It 

is also a vibrant cultural centre and a very special place where 

art and architecture meet in a magnificent park environment 

with stunning views over the sea.

HUMLEBÆK 65 

LOUISIANA MUSEUM OF 

MODERN ART 

Gl. Strandvej 13, DK 3050 

Humlebæk 

Tel. +45 49 19 07 19 

louisiana.dk 


Monday: Closed 

Tuesday-Friday: 11am-10pm 

Saturday, Sunday, holidays: 11am-6pm 

Every year Louisiana hosts several major international 

exhibitions of modern and contemporary art. The museum 

has a long tradition of presenting visual culture in alternative 

and diverse forms, including photography, design 

and architecture. Louisiana’s collection covers a period 

dating back from 1945 to the present day and includes 

superb masterpieces and examples of nearly all genres - 

painting, sculpture, photography and installation art. 

ARCHITECTURE AND 

SCULPTURE PARK 

From an architectural point of view, Louisiana is 

considered to be one of the finest examples of 1950s 

elegant and understated modernism. The museum blends 

discretely into the coastal landscape and is surrounded by 

a sculpture park with views out over Øresund, the strait 

between Denmark and Sweden. The sculptures are an 

important part of Louisiana’s collection, with works by 

Henry Moore, Alexander Calder, Max Ernst and Joan Miro 

- all precisely positioned amid the verdant setting of the 

sculpture park. 

A VIBRANT CULTURAL CENTRE 

Guided exhibition tours, art kick in the collection, creative 

workshops, painting classes, concerts, Friday lounges, 

live debating events and lectures, as well as an international 

literature festival. Art, contemporary culture, words 

and music are brought to life all year round in Louisiana’s 

creative surroundings. 

CHILDREN’S WING, CAFE AND SHOP 

In Louisiana’s Children’s Wing, an amazing 500 square 

metre creative space, children of all ages have a unique 

opportunity to give their imaginations and senses free rein. 

The Louisiana Cafe offers panoramic views over Øresund 

and serves modern Danish food prepared from scratch 

using seasonal ingredients. During the summer months 

visitors can enjoy food and drink on the outdoor patio. 

The Louisiana Shop is also one of Denmark’s leading 

stores focusing on Danish and Scandinavian design and 

the product selection is often a good indicator of the next 

design trends.

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HIKING ROUTES 

COME, 

LET'S 

GO 

Explore more pilgrimages and 

hiking routes in North Sealand.

HIKING ROUTES 

67 

Long walks clear the mind. North Sealand is a true 

paradise for those who love to lace up their hiking 

boots and get out into the great outdoors to explore 

beautiful scenery, cultural highlights, and places 

steeped in history. The route has it all. Here are three 

routes that are certain to deliver. 

DANISH PILGRIMS ROUTE: 

ESRUM-TISVILDEVEJEN 

Take the slow route through North Sealand’s wonderful 

cultural landscape in the most beautiful parts of the 

National Park of Royal North Sealand. You can follow in 

the footsteps of Catholic monks and pilgrims who in the 

early days walked along the route from Esrum Abbey to 

Helenekilde in Tisvilde, which has become known as a 

place of pilgrimage for people in search of healing. The 

route runs through eight small villages, where you can 

stay overnight in a bed & breakfast or in the open air 

under the stars. The route is maintained by volunteers. 

Join one of the organised multi-day hikes, such as the 

popular summer pilgrimage. For more details and hiking 

maps visit tisvildevejen.dk 

The route starts here: Esrum Abbey 

Route distance: 77 km/48 mi 

IN THE PHILOSOPHER FOOTSTEPS: 

KIERKEGAARD BY NATURE 

During long walks along the north coast near Gilleleje 

is when Søren Kierkegaard had some of his greatest 

epiphanies. Going on long walks was almost a necessity 

for him, and Gilbjerghoved became one of his favourite 

places. You can follow in the philosopher's footsteps on 

this 12km/7mi walk down the narrow, winding paths along 

steep slopes towards the Kattegat while you ponder 

life's big questions. There are also 12 audio segments 

on the route available on the app Useeum, containing 

selected Kierkegaard quotes and significant questions 

that promote reflection and conversation. Lace up your 

hiking boots and set off on this reflection route, you can 

also bring your dog and stroller on this route. 

The route starts here: Gilleleje Harbour jetty (start and 

finish at the same place) 

Route distance: 12 km/7mi 

Hiking maps & audio segments: The path is signposted 

as Gilbjergstien. Download the Useeum app to your 

smart-phone and select 'Kierkegaard by Nature, Gilleleje' 

route for 35 DKK. 

NEW TO HIKING: HALSNINOEN 

Prefer to not follow in other people's footsteps? Then 

try Halsninoen, it goes from Hundested via Halsnæs to 

Strø Bjerge. The route was opened in December 2021, 

and on the 52 km/32mi long hiking trail you experience 

a variety of landscape: hilly landscapes, beach meadows, 

meadows, beautiful heath, winding around fields, large, 

thick forests, Roskilde Fjord, Isefjord and Denmark's 

largest lake, Arresø. 

The route starts here: The green space recreation area 

between (Hundested) or Grimstrup Station (Strø Bjerge). 

Route distance: 52 km/32mi 

• Invest in a good pair of hiking boots or shoes. 

• Carry a windbreaker and rain gear in your 

backpack. 

• Public transport is available at the start 

and endpoints of most routes. 

• Don't forget water, sunscreen and a hat. 

• Stretch before and after to avoid soreness. 

Want more hiking? Come to Nordsjællands 

Vandrefestival 25-28 August 2022 

at Esrum Abbey, where hiking takes centre 

stage for a week. Here you can experience 

everything North Sealand offers, including 

communities and stories about known and 

lesser-known roads and paths.

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“WHEN I DRIVE TOWARDS 

NORTH SEALAND, I FEEL LIKE 

I CAN BREATHE AGAIN” 

Photographer Daniel Overbeck has a busy, fast-paced everyday life in 

Copenhagen, filled with many exciting projects, but as he drives to North 

Sealand, he gets hit by a special sensation. 

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Four years ago, Daniel Overbeck 

drove towards North Sealand in 

his old car from 1995. He didn’t really 

have a plan, but he had packed a 

sleeping bag, some instant coffee and 

his old camera. 

“I just knew that I had 

to go, and then I knew 

I wanted to return 

with loads of photos,” 

he says. 

His first trip wasn’t his 

last one, and those 

multiple trips to North 

Sealand were the beginning 

of Daniel’s life 

as a photographer. 

“I quickly discovered that there are 

many hidden treasures in Denmark, 

and it became my mission to find 

them, photograph them and show 

them to the world.” 

In a short period of time Daniel built 

a following of more than 50.000 

followers on Instagram, who followed 

him along, while he explored North 

Sealand and captured the hidden 

treasures. 

“I believe we all have something 

inside of us that drives us. For me, it’s 

the need to create. To have a dream, 

to go for it and to make it a reality.” 

“...I BELIEVE WE ALL 

HAVE SOMETHING INSIDE 

OF US THAT DRIVES US. 

FOR ME, IT’S THE NEED 

TO CREATE” 

FAST-PACED EVERYDAY LIFE 

Nowadays Daniel is busy with his career 

in Copenhagen, with interesting 

clients and plenty of projects in the 

works. 

“I represent a number of important 

brands in my work, which I’m very 

grateful for. But I also know, that all 

the opportunities that I’ve taken have 

gotten me to where I am today. You 

can be good at something, but if you 

don’t work hard and don’t take any 

chances, you won’t get anywhere,” 

he says. 

INSPIRATION FROM THE RAW NATURE 

Today, Daniel Overbeck has replaced 

his old car, but the motivation and 

inspiration are the same when he 

returns to North Sealand. 

“This is where my 

passion for photography 

started, and this is where 

I still find my inspiration.” 

NORTH SEALAND IS 

SOMETHING SPECIAL 

Even though he has 

driven through North 

Sealand many times, the 

drive still has an almost 

therapeutic effect on 

Daniel Overbeck. 

“North Sealand gives me, without a 

doubt, something special that can’t 

be found in Copenhagen. Every time I 

drive to North Sealand, I feel like I can 

breathe again.” 

READ ABOUT VOLVO C40 RECHARGE

70 

HILLERØD 

HILLE 

Welcome to Christian IV’s hometown and North Sealand’s 

commercial centre. A statue of Frederik VII overlooks Torvet 

(town square) in remembrance of his life in the town. This 

is where he found a sanctuary together with Countess Danner 

- far away from the noise of the capital city. Follow in the 

footsteps of kings in Hillerød’s stunning and historical surroundings. 

Wind down with a walk in the green forests or let 

your hair down in the town’s exciting shopping streets which, 

besides the shopping centre and more than 200 shops, there 

is also a street food market. 

RØD 

Where history comes alive 

ROYAL ACTIVITIES 

The historic town of Hillerød was the 

royals’ preferred holiday destination 

for over 400 years. Kings hunted frequently 

in Gribskov and held functions 

in the town’s castles and that’s the reason 

why there is a “kings’ road” (Kongevejen) 

all the way from Copenhagen 

to Hillerød. Today, the town’s beautiful 

landmark, Frederiksborg Castle, is still 

in the heart of Hillerød (read more on p. 

54). At the castle, you can take leisurely 

walks in the romantic castle gardens 

featuring a lake and brook. Experience 

Frederik II’s Bath House from 1580 

and Countess Danners Norwegianinspired 

cabin on Louise’s Island, which 

became known nationwide after appearing 

in Danish Broadcasting Corporation’s 

Christmas calendar show ‘The 

Other World’. When it’s time for lunch, 

you can take a well-earned break at the 

cosy Café Havehuset, which is located 

in a historic building in the heart of 

the wonderful Frederiksborg Castle 

Gardens. The menu offers coffee, cake 

and Danish open sandwiches. 

THE GREAT OUTDOORS 

With both Gribskov and Store Dyrehave 

on its doorstep, Hillerød is a 

good place to start to combine cultural, 

outdoor and shopping activities. In 

these forests, you can wander through 

UNESCOs World Heritage Site, the Par 

force Hunting Landscape (read more 

on p. 16). Close to Store Dyrehave is 

Fantasy Island with ruins from Frederik 

VII’s ‘getaway’ mansion. Hillerød has 

many, good cycle paths that connect 

the town and nature. There is also the 

option to wander into nature directly 

from the pedestrian streets. If you like 

castles, experiences in nature and a 

refreshing dip, you could ride your bike 

all the way or part of the way on cycle 

route 33, which stretches from Frederiksborg 

to Tisvildeleje with plenty of 

scenic views along the way. 

DENMARK’S MOST 

STUNNING STRETCH 

OF WATER 

The Little Ferry on Castle Lake sails 

between Torvet and Frederiksborg 

Castle every 30 minutes from spring 

until autumn. From the middle of 

Castle Lake you can see the town, 

the castle and, not least, the beautiful 

Baroque gardens with waterfalls and 

shaped bushes.

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WHERE TO STAY 

• Hillerød Camping 

• Best Western Hotel Hillerød 

• Danhostel Hillerød 

Tip: Have you brought your children 

along? Then visit the fun playground 

at Posen, which is the name for the 

outdoor area by the castle lake. The 

playground is inspired by Frederiksborg 

Castle and offers a slide, small 

bridges and the possibility to go exploring 

in a fairytale atmosphere. 

MUSIC AND CULTURE 

If you like culture and live music, then 

you should keep an eye on the website, 

hillerød.nu (only available in Danish). 

This is where you can keep up to date 

on many of the experiences and events 

that are held in Hillerød during the 

year. For instance, take a look at the 

programme for Royal Stage, which is 

North Sealand’s leading music venue, 

theatre, trade fair centre, handball 

arena and much more. The stately 

building with the golden facade opened 

in 2020 and has room for 4,000 

guests. Together withStøberihallen, 

Café Slotsbio and the regional music 

venue Klaverfabrikken, Hillerød’s new 

beacon shines a light and fills the town 

with all genres of cultural experiences 

all year round. 

In the summer months concerts are 

held as well as Midsummer festivities 

and the popular Slotssø Byfest in and 

around the outdoor area, Posen, right 

next to Castle Lake. Close to Posen, at 

the end of the pleasant Slotsgade, you 

will find Rosenhaven, where international 

jazz musicians perform concerts 

on selected summer Saturdays. 

See all 

of the 

town’s 

events at 

hillerod. 

nu (only 

available 

in Danish)

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HILLERØD 

NORTH SEALAND’S 

COMMERCIAL CENTRE 

When you feel the need for some retail therapy, then Hillerød is the perfect 

destination. Dotted amongst the town’s more than 200 exciting shops, 

you will find popular chain stores and small “quirky” shops with everything 

from clothing and interior articles to jewellery and personal care products. 

COSY PEDESTRIAN 

STREETS 

There is a variety of small unique shops 

and popular chain stores with everything 

the family may need. There is 

a variety of small unique shops and 

popular chain stores with everything 

the family may need. In between the 

many shops, you will also find several 

cafés and restaurants. On the way from 

the station to the pedestrian streets 

you will come across the Nordisk Film 

Cinema Complex. At the outdoor area, 

Posen by Castle Lake, is a marvellous 

playground. It’s the perfect place for 

a pitstop when the kids need to burn 

off that extra energy. 

LARGE SHOPPING CENTRE 

With direct access from the pedestrian 

street, SlotsArkaderne is beautifully 

integrated with Hillerød’s town centre. 

The large shopping centre has a 

special vibe and this is, not least, due 

to the architecture. Through the glass 

roof, sunlight beams down from a twostorey 

height and at dusk, the large 

chandeliers are lit up. SlotsArkaderne 

has a strong fashion profile for both 

men and women and some of North 

Sealand’s biggest shops within sports, 

fashion and home decor can be found 

here as well as the area’s largest hypermarket, 

Bilka. When you need a break 

during your shopping spree, you can 

sit back and relax in the cosy lounge 

at Espresso House or enjoy a delicious 

refreshment at one of the centre’s exciting 

cafés. During summer and autumn 

holidays, a popular and fun treasure 

hunt is held for children which takes 

place in and around the shops where, 

with a children’s ticket, they can find 

prizes. 

ALL KINDS OF LIGHT 

REFRESHMENTS 

The pedestrian streets have a 

varied selection of cosy cafés and 

restaurants. When the weather is 

good, an obvious choice is to visit 

the town’s charming ice cream cafés 

with homemade waffes and ice cream. 

For example, enjoy an ice cream while

HILLERØD 73 

HILLERØD.NU 

At hillerod.nu (only available in 

Danish) you can search for everything 

from shops, restaurants and 

museums to bank, beauty salons 

and bakeries. This is also where 

you can get an overview of the 

many attractions in the town. For 

instance, concerts, theatre, exhibitions, 

Hillerød Castle Lake Town 

Fair and other events. 

strolling in the town centre or walk 

along the scenic Lake Path, which 

will take you around Castle Lake and 

past Frederiksborg Castle. The two 

pedestrian streets Helsingørsgade 

and Slotsgade are connected by 

Torvet (the town square). The two 

streets offer a wide range of shops 

within fashion, lifestyle and delicacies. 

Also each street has its wine specialist 

with an exciting range that can 

supplement your tasty purchases 

from the fish shop, bakeries, and the 

Irma supermarket, etc. You can visit 

the workshop in ChokoladeMageriet 

and see how the shop’s exclusive 

chocolates and chocolate covered 

marshmallows are made.

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HILLERØD 

DID YOU KNOW THAT ... 

Hillerød Food Market has more 

than 20 different 

beer taps? 

HILLERØD FOOD MARKET 

Hillerød Food Market is the place 

where people meet and enjoy 

delicious food. The 1400 square 

metre street food market has 

room for your business lunch, 

an evening out with friends and 

a wonderful family dinner in the 

market’s cosy children’s corner. 

FOOD FROM AROUND 

THE WORLD 

In the street food market’s pleasant 

facilities you can choose between 

seven vastly different food stalls. 

They offer everything ranging from 

crispy British fish ‘n chips, juicy 

American burgers, spicy Indian 

specialities and delicate French 

savoury and dessert pancakes to 

healthy salad bowls and, of course, a 

large selection of coffee and cakes in 

the stylish coffee bar. 

CLOSE TO EVERYTHING 

Hillerød Food Market is centrally 

located between Torvet and Frederiksborg 

Castle. If you are shopping 

or visiting the castle, there’s always 

a good reason to stop by. The food 

market has room for 280 seated 

guests and when the weather 

permits, there are an extra 50 seats 

available outside. 

Besides serving food and beverages, 

the food market also holds 

regular cultural events, concerts, 

flea markets and shows international 

matches on their big screen. 

HILLERØD FOOD 

MARKET 

Slangerupgade 6 

3400 Hillerød 

hillerodmadmarked.dk (available 

only in Danish) 

On Hillerød Food Market’s 

Facebook page you can 

keep up to date with the 

market’s many events - right 

from international matches 

shown on the big screen, 

wine tastings and chess 

tournaments to flea markets, 

concerts and much more.

HILLERØD 

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HOTEL 

HILLERØD 

You will find Hotel Hillerød in the heart of lovely and 

green North Sealand - surrounded by splendid forests, 

royal castles, proud hunting traditions and within 

walking distance to the town centre which tempts with 

shopping, lakes and sports routes. Inspired by nature, 

Hotel Hillerød has created its own little village with 

winding avenues, green plants and rays of sunshine. 

The same source of inspiration can be seen in the 

hotel’s Restaurant krydderiet, where the season’s 

best raw ingredients are on the menu. In the summer, 

strawberries are picked at the local farmers’ fields 

and in the autumn, mushrooms and wild plants are 

gathered in the forest. The restaurant grows its own 

herbs outside by the windows so there is as much 

fresh ingredients as possible. The joy of working with 

food and a high professional level of ambition makes 

a visit to Restaurant krydderiet an experience you 

won’t forget. The restaurant is open to everyone - 

regardless of whether you are staying overnight in 

one of the hotel’s cosy rooms or not. 

DO YOU DRIVE AN ELECTRIC CAR? 

There is a charging station in the parking area right 

outside so you can charge your car during your stay. 

HOTEL HILLERØD 

Milnersvej 41 


Tel. +45 48 24 08 00 

hotelhillerod.dk 

HILLERØD CAMPING 

Blytækkervej 18 


Tel. +45 48 26 48 54 

hillerodcamping.dk 

Experience a 

Mediterranean 

atmosphere 

HILLERØD 

CAMPING 

Enjoy Danish “hygge” at the blossoming and calm oasis in 

the centre of the town and feel the Mediterranean atmosphere 

in the camping site’s pleasant terraces among palm 

trees, olive trees, citrus trees and flowers. And how about 

taking a refreshing turn under the new delightful outdoor 

showers? 

No matter whether you have a caravan, motorhome, tent 

or want to enjoy a cabin holiday, there is room for you. 

Hillerød Camping has several beautiful areas on the site 

and five different kinds of rental cabins - from small charming 

two-person cabins to mini holiday cottages with own 

bathroom and kitchen and room for 4-6 people. The mini 

holiday cottages are rented out all year round.

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HILLERØD 

FREDERIKSBORG 

The Museum of National History 

DK 3400 Hillerød, 

tel (+45) 48 26 04 39 

www.dnm.dk 


1 April – 31 October: 10 am-5 pm 

1 November - 31 March: 11 am-3 pm 

Prices: 

Adults: DKK 90 

Seniors (65+): DKK 80 

Students: DKK 70 

Children: DKK 25 

Families (2 adults + 3 children): DKK 175

HILLERØD 

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THE MUSEUM OF NATIONAL HISTORY 

Frederiksborg Palace 

Frederiksborg Palace is picturesquely situated over three 

islands in the Palace Lake. This unique Renaissance palace 

was built by Christian IV in the first two decades of the 

17th century to cement is position as a powerful northern 

European monarch. Evidence of this can be seen in the 

wealth of symbolic and decorative elements such as the 

statues and reliefs, the spectacular Neptune Fountain and 

the marble gallery in the King’s Wing. During the 1700s, 

the palace fell out of use as a royal residence but was 

still used for offcial royal functions. During the period 

of absolute monarchy in Denmark (1660 - 1848), Danish 

monarchs were still anointed in the palace chapel, to which 

the king would arrive already wearing his crown. During 

the 19th century, a wave of national romanticism resulted 

in the palace becoming a national monument. 

THE MUSEUM OF NATIONAL HISTORY 

A dramatic fire in 1859 destroyed much of the palace 

interior. Reconstruction of the palace was financed by 

national subscription, special arts lotteries and generous 

private donations. 

FREDERIKSBORG PALACE GARDENS 

Frederiksborg Palace Gardens are comprised of the 

Baroque Garden and the Landscape Garden. The Baroque 

Garden features terraces, waterfalls, topiary trees and 

box hedges trimmed to form royal monograms, while the 

Landscape Garden has wide grassy areas, lakes, streams 

and meandering paths. The Baroque Garden is open all 

year from 9.00 am to sunset. The Palace Gardens are 

always open. 

CHANGING EXHIBITIONS AND 

ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN 

The museum regularly arranges special exhibitions that 

showcase the museum’s main areas, including portrait 

art, historic paintings and Danish history - also from an 

international viewpoint. The changing exhibitions, guided 

tours and seasonal activities for children maintain an 

ongoing dialogue with the past for visitors of all ages. 

See the exhibition programme, guided tours and 

seasonal activities for children on www.dnm.dk 

The driving force behind the project was wealthy brewer 

and philanthropist J.C Jacobsen, founder of the Carlsberg 

Group. In 1878, he proposed the establishment of a Museum 

of National History and donated resources to fund the 

project. The museum was created as part of the Carlsberg 

Foundation, which still runs and funds the museum to this 

day. The Museum of National History recounts over 500 

years of Danish history and displays historic paintings, 

portraits, furniture and art manufacture in the many halls 

and rooms of the palace such as the Palace Chapel, the 

Audience Chamber and the Great Hall. 

The palace chapel is almost the same as when the Danish absolute 

monarchs were anointed here. There is a wonderful view of the chapel 

interior from the gallery at the end, where the coats of arms of the 

knights of the Order of the Elephant and the Grand Cross knights of 

the Order of Dannebrog are displayed.

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HILLERØD 

HILLERØD’S 

hidden gems 

You have no doubt heard about Frederiksborg Castle and the Par force Hunting 

Landscape. But what about the small hidden gems that also make a visit 

to Hillerød something special? We have gathered seven of them here! 

Galleri Louise T 

The Hillerød area is home to several small galleries and 

local artists. Visit Galleri Louise T, which is located in a 

wing of an old farmhouse in scenic Hammersholt just 

a short distance outside of the town. Louise finds inspiration 

for her paintings in nature and her works are 

colourful with both abstract and naturalistic strokes. 

The gallery is open when the flag is set up outside or 

following an arrangement. 

Galleri Louise T, Hammersholt Byvej 43, 3400 Hillerød 

Café Slotsbio 

On Frederiksværksgade with a view out to beautiful 

Frederiksborg Castle is Café Slotsbio, which functions 

not only as a cinema, but also as a café and cultural 

centre with various events on the programme. 

Frederiksværksgade 11C, 3400 Hillerød 

Flea (super) Market 

Do you like finding a good bargain? Then Kirppu is for 

those of you who love to wander around flea markets 

and buy second-hand items at a good price. 

We offer a free cup of coffee or tea. Open all days of 

the week, 361 days a year. 

Frejasvej 32, 3400 Hillerød 

MONKEY WORLD 

Experience the enjoyable animal oasis at Monkey World 

and get real close to colourful parrots and playful 

monkeys. Maybe one of them will even hop onto your 

shoulder. You are also most welcome to bring your picnic 

basket along and enjoy it in the beautiful outdoors. 

Nejedevej 20, 3400 Hillerød 

SKÄNK BEER AND WINE BAR 

Enjoy Danish ‘hygge’ at the cosy and atmospheric beer 

and wine bar, Skänk. Discover various draught beers from 

local Danish microbreweries, many different wines by 

the glass from around the world and delicious cocktails. 

Torvet 7, 3400 Hillerød 

TAKE A DIP 

Teglgårds Lake in Hillerød is close to the centre of Hillerød 

and is a wonderful oasis with its clean water. You 

can take a refreshing dip here from a small sandy beach 

with a bathing jetty surrounded by nature. 

Teglgårds Lake, Carlsbergvej 15, 3400 Hillerød 

THE KING’S GETAWAY 

When Frederik VII was king, he needed to get away 

from his royal duties at Frederiksborg Castle now and 

again. He loved being outdoors and that is why in 1859 

he built his own little getaway - a mansion on Fantasy 

Island in Breddam Lake where he could fish and relax 

together with Countess Danner. Only an end wall of 

granite boulders remain today, so some imagination 

is required to visualise what the mansion looked like. 

Fantasy Island, Store Dyrehave, 3400 Hillerød

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GOLF 

O 

G LF 

in North Sealand 

All golf clubs are open all year round. 

See the clubs’ websites for info on 

opening hours, green fees, course 

guides and score cards. 

Find more golf courses in North Sealand.

Located between meadows and forests 

is a true paradise of golf clubs in North 

Sealand with beautiful, undulating greens 

and great variation between the holes. 

Here are three inspirational offers for 

those who enjoy a game of golf. 

GOLF 

81 

18 challenging holes 

REE GOLF 

Next to Pibe Mølle is REE GOLF where you will find 18 

challenging holes in a slightly undulating terrain with 

lakes and streams. With course lengths ranging from 

4.1km/2.5mi to 5.9 km/3.5 mi, everyone is invited to have 

a great golf experience no matter your age, gender and 

handicap. 

The course is well-manicured all year round and to increase 

biodiversity, about two hundred new trees have 

been planted in recent years and areas with wildflowers 

have also been established. After 22 years, the course is 

the most beautiful it has ever been. 

With its location in Helsinge - right in the middle between 

Hillerød and Tisvildeleje - REE GOLF is centrally located 

between the holiday home areas along the North 

Sealand coast and the area’s many tourist attractions. 

The golf club is worth a visit as it has good training facilities 

and a well-stocked golf shop. After a round of golf 

you can enjoy a cold beer or a good lunch in the golf 

club’s cosy café and restaurant. 

REE GOLF 

• 18-hole golf course 

• Par 3 course with 9 holes, pay & play 

• Driving range with many bays of which 14 are 

covered. 

• Lighting system on the driving range 

• Chipping and pitching range 

• 2 putting greens 

• Golf coach (pro) & golf shop 

• 2 indoor golf simulators 

• Buggy, scooter and trolley rental 

• Café, restaurant and function rooms 

• Possibility to hold meetings and conferences 

• Company days 

Høbjergvej 32, 3200 Helsinge 

Tel. +45 48 79 56 55 

reegolfklub.dk (only available in Danish) 

@reegolfklub 

Variation between the holes 

PASSEBÆKGÅRD 

Passebækgård is located in the heart of one of North 

Sealand’s most stunning natural areas and the golf course 

has been designed to fit naturally into the beautiful 

surroundings. This provides great variation between the 

holes. For the golf nerds of the world, the nine holes 

measure about 3 km/2 mi from the yellow tee and it is a 

par 36 course. Everyone is welcome no matter your skill 

level and you can also play as a so-called pay & play 

player. If you would like a golf coaching session, Passebækgård 

has a pro-golfer, Claus Foss, associated with 

the club who provides one-on-one coaching and group 

coaching for adults and children. So all you need to do 

is get that hole in one! 

Bregnerødvej 35, 3250 Gilleleje 

Tel. +45 49 71 76 58 

passebaekgaard.dk (only available in Danish) 

@passebaekgaardgolf 

Four golf clubs under one umbrella 

KONGE GOLF 

Four of North Sealand’s best golf clubs have joined forces 

to form ROYAL GOLF and offer a joint discount on 

green fees. Buy the ROYAL GOLF Green Fee offer with 

four green fee vouchers for DKK 1,400 and play all four 

courses or share the fun and take along a fellow player 

and play two courses. All four courses have 18 holes in 

the middle of North Sealand’s amazing nature and the 

clubs’ restaurants are ready and waiting with delicious 

offers before and after your game. So there’s no excuse 

for not improving your handicap! 

ROYAL GOLF is a collaboration between Asserbo, Fredensborg, 

Gilleleje and Hornbæk Golf Clubs. Contact the clubs 

directly or find current offers on their websites. 

kongegolf.dk (only available in Danish) 

@kongegolf

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ACCOMMODATION 

SLEEP WELL 

Sleep under the stars 

IN NORTH SEALAND 

Glamping, spa hotel, shelter or holiday apartment? 

What type of accommodation do you prefer? North 

Sealand offers many great accommodation options 

to choose from - both beautiful hotel rooms and 

outdoors in nature. Are you in need of relaxation and 

pampering after a long day's adventure? Then look 

no further! 

GLAMPING 

Want to camp in style? Don't miss 

out on comfort even if you are camping 

- try glamping or sleep in a 

hammock. Have an adventure. If you 

want to experience alternative types 

of accommodation, you can also 

sleep in a harbour cabin or a luxury 

tent with comfortable facilities. 

• Surfshacks & tent houses: 

Lynæs Surfcenter, Lynæs Havnevej 

8, 3390 Hundested 

• Byaasgaard Camping: Glamping 

tents at Roskilde Fjord. Amtsvejen 


SHELTERS 

Nothing beats sleeping under the 

stars in a cosy shelter where nature 

protects you from the elements. In 

North Sealand you are spoilt for 

choice when it comes to outdoor 

options. 

• Haldbjerg Shelters, Kragerupvej 

21, 3200 Helsinge 

• Luksusshelter, Nivå Camping, 

Sølyst Allé 14, 2990 Nivå 

Spa Hotel 

Spa hotel sounds very traditional - 

and it is. The concept began over 

100 years ago when the Copenhagen 

elite took wellness breaks to get 

sunlight and breathe in the fresh sea 

air. Today spa hotels are more popular 

than ever. Enjoy the traditional charm 

updated with modern comfort. 

• Gilleleje Badehotel, Hulsøvej 15, 


• Havgaarden, Strandlyvej 1, 3210 

Vejby 

• Liseleje Badehotel, Liselejevej 

62, 3360 Liseleje 

• Hotel Gilleleje Strand, Vesterbrogade 

4B, 3250 Gilleleje 

PsSt … Further details about North Sealand's accommodation options 

and prices, as well as ideas for day excursions in the region, are 

available at visitnordsjaelland.dk 

See more accommodation 

options in North Sealand.

Summer cottage 

Light up the wood-burning stove, 

get out the board games, and enjoy 

the peace with a holiday home from 

these excellent holiday home rental 

locations, including spa and morning 

coffee on the terrace. 

ACCOMMODATION 83 

• Feriepartner, Liselejevej 60, 3360 

Liseleje 

Camping 

North Sealand's beautiful and varied 

natural landscape is great for camping, 

and you will have no diffculty 

finding lovely campsites, whether 

cycling or driving. Along the Danish 

Riviera, campsites are situated close 

to the sea, beach and towns and 

are often within walking distance to 

interesting cultural sites and experiences. 

North Sealand hostels offer 

comfortable beds and a cosy, sociable 

atmosphere. They are located to 

enable daily exploration and going 

from hostel to hostel on a multi-day 

adventure. 

• Byaasgaard Camping, Amtsvejen 


• Kongernes Feriepark, Helsingevej 

44, 3230 Græsted 

• Hillerød Camping, Blytækkervej 

18, 3400 Hillerød 

• Nivå Camping, Sølyst Allé 14, 

2990 Nivå 

• Frederiksværk City Camping, 

Strandgade 30, 3300 Frederiksværk 

• Fredensborg Camping, Humlebækvej 

31, 3480 Fredensborg 

Hostel 

• Fredensborg Vandrerhjem, 

Østrupvej 3, 3480 Fredensborg 

• Danhostel Tisvildeleje, Bygmarken 

30, 3220 Tisvildeleje 

• Danhostel Hillerød, Lejrskolevej 


HOLIDAY CENTRE 

Amidst nature and close to the 

beach, there are several beautiful 

holiday centres in North Sealand 

with excellent facilities, a beach 

holiday by the pool or on the beach 

and fun events such as a Spanish 

gourmet evening Klangbad sound 

bath. 

• Rågeleje Klit Feriecenter, Rågeleje 

Strandvej 91B, 3210 Vejby 

• Kysthusene Gilleleje, Tinkerup 

Strandvej 8A, 3250 Gilleleje 

• Sankt Helene Ferie- og Udflugtscenter 

[Holiday and Excursion 

Centre], Bygmarken 30, 3220 

Tisvildeleje 

PsSt … If you prefer a 

holiday apartment, you can 

also stay at Nordsjællands 

Ferieboliger, a holiday 

apartment located in the 

centre of Frederiksværk, 

or stay at Sirius House, a 

historic grocery store that 

now contains two holiday 

apartments in the heart of 

Tisvildeleje. 

Hotel 

Collapse onto the bed and bury 

yourself into the soft hotel pillows, 

grab a table and dine in the finest 

restaurants, and enjoy the beautiful 

natural landscape during the day. 

Whether a getaway for two or an 

adventure for the whole family, everyone 

is well taken care of at one of 

North Sealand's beautiful inns or 

hotels steeped in history. 

• Hotel Hillerød, Milnersvej 41, 3400 

Hillerød 

• Fredensborg Store Kro, Slotsgade 

6, 3480 Fredensborg 

• Ølsted Kro & Hotel, Hovedgaden 

10, 3310 Ølsted 

• Bymose Hegn, Bymosegårdsvej 

11, 3200 Helsinge 

• Refugium Smidstrup Strand, 

Sognevej 15, 3250 Gilleleje 

B&B 

If you are looking for a small cosy 

place that offers accommodation 

and breakfast, then opt for bed and 

breakfast, where you often also have 

the opportunity to interact with the 

local owners. 

• Melby Snedkeri B&B, Melbyvej 

83, 3370 Melby 

• Sommer Hus B&B, Frederiksværksgade 


• Hannes B&B, Ridehusvej 14, 3400 

Hillerød 

• Ebogaard B&B, Kulsviervej 48, 

3400 Hillerød

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TASTE OF NORTH SEALAND 

TASTE 

of NORTH 

SEALAND 

North Sealand is home to 

proud local producers and 

creative entrepreneurs who 

use passion and patience to 

produce high-quality artisan 

food and beverage items with 

a superior taste. 

Take a trip out into the North 

Sealand countryside, drive 

along the winding country 

roads, and stop by the charming 

farm shops or buy seasonal 

vegetables at the local 

market where you get to meet the 

local producers. The soil also impacts 

the taste of something as un-Danish 

as wine, produced with great success 

by North Sealand winemakers. Tastings 

and tours are available. 

Pop into the small distilleries, where the 

noble taste of corn, herbs, and berries 

are transformed into golden drops in 

the form of whisky, gin, liqueur, and 

aquavit, or have a taste of the local 

quality beer brewed in the copper vats 

at the microbrewery. 

North Sealand's craft foods bear the 

narrative of tradition and innovation 

and that of local enthusiasts who are 

passionate about excellent quality and 

taste. Farm shops sell the most delicious 

meat from free-range cows; spicy 

sausages and other charcuterie items 

are handmade by the butcher following 

artisan traditions. In North Sealand, you 

will find ice cream and butter made 

carefully by hand from fresh ingredients 

and unique cheeses steeped in 

rich local history. There are many local 

delicacies to sample – from handmade 

chocolates to mustard, sauces, juices, 

aquavit, rye bread, and much more – 

in the small specialty shops around 

North Sealand. 

This is just a selection, more taste 

experiences are provided at www. visitnorthsealand.com. 

More information is 

available about the local producers at 

North Sealand's food networks Spisekammer 

Halsnæs, Gribskov Spisekammer 

and Smag på Nordsjælland. 

Opening hours may vary, so it is a good 

idea to check the hours before visiting. 

PsSt … 

Try the new Gastrominoen 

gastro bike tour in 

the National Park of Royal 

North Sealand, which 

takes you past local food 

producers. Taste their 

specialities and listen to 

their inspiring entrepreneurial 

adventures. More 

details available at 

gastrominoen.dk 

See more taste 

experiences.

TASTE OF NORTH SEALAND 85 

Smag på 

1. Nordsjælland 

Association of farmers, gardeners, 

food artisans, chefs, winemakers, 

brewers and grocers committed 

to promoting local produce and 

food experiences. 

smagpaanordsjaelland.dk 

3 FOOD NETWORKS 

WITH A TWIST 

2. Spisekammer 

Halsnæs 

Spisekammer Halsnæs is an alliance 

of food producers in Halsnæs 

municipality, who are committed to 

ensuring good animal welfare and 

excellent quality. 

spisekammerhalsnaes.dk 

3. Gribskov 

Spisekammer 

Gribskov Spisekammer members 

produce lamb, beef cattle, vegetables, 

fruit, berries, honey, wine, 

beer and much more. 

gribskovspisekammer.dk 

OTHER OPTIONS 

TASTE EXPERIENCES 

Byaasgaard Camping 

& Farm shop 

Farm shop with eggs, vegetables, 

Signes homemade sourdough bread 

and local delicacies. Cake & Coffee / 

Nature wine & Snacks. 

byaas.dk 

CHOKOLADEVÆRKSTEDET 

JOTA 

Handmade artisan chocolates. 

chokoladevaerkstedet-jota.dk 

COUNTRY MARKET 

Café and shop offering a wide selection 

of local delicacies, cheese and 

meat from about 15 local suppliers. 

countrymarket.dk 

FREERSLEV KOTEL 

Visitor farm and farm shop selling the 

farm's hook-matured meats, fresh eggs, 

homemade jams, and syrups, primarily 

made from berries from the orchard. 

freerslevkotel.dk 

GUNDEKILDEGAARD 

Farm shop with freshly picked strawberries, 

raspberries, potatoes and 

vegetables. Strawberry café with ice 

cream, berry brunch, cakes and coffee. 

Pick your own strawberries during the 

peak season. 

rokkedysse.dk 

KNUD 

Relaxed dining venue on Hundested 

Harbour with a coastal bistro kitchen. 

knud.biz 

NINAS NATURCAFÉ 

Forest café with emphasis on organic 

and homemade baked goods and shop 

with their own products. You can combine 

a visit to the café with a walk in the 

Par force Hunting Landscape (p.17). 

naturcafe.dk 

SØSTER’S IS 

Ice cream parlour with organic milk 

and cream from Damsmosegård in 

Dronningmølle. Chocolate covered 

marshmallows and sprinkles are from 

Chokoladeværkstedet Jota in Gilleleje. 

Facebook/Søsters 

THORNÆS DESTILLERI 

North Sealand's first whisky distillery, 

producing gin, brandy and Danish 

single malt whisky. Guided tours can 

be booked. 

thornaes.com 

TINGGÅRDEN 

Country store, gourmet restaurant, 

bakery, mill and café. 

tinggarden.dk 

Tothaven Visitorfarm 

and farm dairy 

Farm shop selling dairy goat cheeses, 

goat milk yoghurt and handmade stick 

ice cream. 

tothaven.dk 

Torup Market at 

Dyssekilde Station 

Market for locally grown produce and 

quality products with a connection to 

the land. Lunch stalls at the station. 10 

Saturdays during peak season. 

Facebook/Torup Marked 

TRANEGÅRD, CAFÉ, 

DAIRY AND VISITOR 

FARM 

Tranegård produces local and natural 

ice cream made from fresh, local and 

organic ingredients. 

tranegarden.dk 

ØRBY VINGAARD 

Award-winning wine production with 

tour and tastings and related farm 

shop and café. 

oerbyvingaard.dk

86 

MUSEUMS 

MUSEUMS 

& 

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS 

Do you want to know more about Denmark's history? 

Get immersed in a whole world of experiences at 

North Sealand's museums.

MUSEUMS 87 

FREDENSBORG-NIVÅ- 

HUMLEBÆK 

Utzon Museum Fredensborg 

Bakkedraget 43, 3480 Fredensborg 

fredensborghusene.com 

Fredensborg Museum 

Avderødvej 19, 2980 Kokkedal 

fredensborgmuseum.fredensborg.dk 

Højsager Mill 

Højsagervej 8, 3480 Fredensborg 

fredensborg-mollelaug.dk 

Karlebo Mill 

Kirkeltevej 161C, 2980 Kokkedal 

fredensborg-mollelaug.dk 

Louisiana Museum of Modern Art 

Gl. Strandvej 13, 3050 Humlebæk 

louisiana.dk 


Gammel Strandvej 2, 2990 Nivå 

nivaagaard.dk 

The Ring Oven at Nivaagaard 

Brickworks 

Teglværksvej 23, 2990 Nivå 

ringovn.dk 

Gribskov 

Gillelejegruppens 

Videnscenter 40-45 

Hillerødvejen 180, 3250 Gilleleje 

gillelejegruppen.dk 

Esrum Abbey & Møllegård 

Klostergade 11-12, Esrum, 

3230 Græsted 

esrum.dk 

The old house on Østergade 

Østergade 20, 3250 Gilleleje 

museumns.dk 

Laugø Smithy 

Laugø Byvej 2, 3200 Helsinge 

museumns.dk 

Munkeruphus 

Munkerup Strandvej 78, 


munkeruphus.dk 

Nakkehoved Lighthouse 

Fyrvejen 20 + 25A, 3250 Gilleleje 

museumns.dk 

Pibe Mill 

Høbjergvej, 3200 Helsinge 

museumns.dk 

Ramløse Mill & 

Crafts Museum 

Møllelodden 4, 3200 Helsinge 

museumns.dk 

Rudolph Tegners Museum 

& Statuepark 

Museumsvej 19, 3120 Dronningmølle 

rudolphtegner.dk 

Gilleleje Shiphalls 

Hovedgaden 49, 3250 Gilleleje 

museumns.dk 

Søborg Castle Ruin 

Bygaden 44, 3250 Gilleleje 

natmus.dk 

Søren Kierkegaard Stone Memorial 

Ved Skrænten 16, 3250 Gilleleje 


The Wieth-Knudsen Observatory 

Margot Nyholms Vej 19, 3220 

Tisvildeleje 

wko.dk 

Halsnæs 

Asserbo Castle Ruin 

Bisp Absalons Vej 28, 3300 


naturstyrelsen.dk 

Dronningholm Castle Ruin 

Auderødvej, 3300 Frederiksværk 

naturstyrelsen.dk 

The Hyllingebjerg Stone 

Frederiksværk Bibliotek, Torvet 41, 

3300 Frederiksværk 

bibliotekerne.halsnaes.dk 

Frederiks Værk Museum of Industry 

Torvet 1, 3300 Frederiksværk 

indmus.dk 

The House of Knud Rasmussen 

Knud Rasmussens Vej 9, 

3390 Hundested 

knudrasmus.dk 

The Knud Rasmussen Memorial 

Knud Rasmussensvej 9, 


indmus.dk 

The Powder Works Museum 

Krudtværksalléen 1, 


indmus.dk 

Spodsbjerg Lighthouse 

Fyrstien 1, 3390 Hundested 


Hillerød 

Danish Collection of History of 

Pharmacy 

Milnersvej 42, 3400 Hillerød 

dfhf.dk 

Museum North Sealand Elværket 

Frederiksgade 11, 3400 Hillerød 

museumns.dk 

Frederiksborg Castle 

Museum of National History 

Frederiksborg Slot 10, 3400 Hillerød 

dnm.dk 

Museum of Hillerød 

Helsingørsgade 65, 3400 Hillerød 

museumns.dk 

Kunsthuset Annaborg 

Frederiksværksgade 2A, 3400 Hillerød 

hillerodkunstforening.dk 

Æbelholt Abbey Museum 

Æbelholt 4, 3400 Hillerød 

museumns.dk

88 CHILDREN 

NORTH SEALAND 

FOR CHILDREN 

Have you brought the kids along? There’s plenty of fun 

for children in North Sealand. Get inspired for fun and 

excitement for children all year round. 

Out and about 

Vintage train 

Enjoy a trip on this fine vintage steam 

train during the summer, lovingly 

restored and maintained by a group 

of steam train enthusiasts. The train’s 

normal route is from Græsted to Gilleleje 

and on to Hornbæk and Helsingør. 

Græsted Stationsvej 84 

3230 Græsted 

www.veterantoget.dk 

The Little Ferry 

Bring the kids on board The Little Ferry 

on Castle Lake that sails between the 

square in Hillerød and Frederiksborg 

Castle every 30 minutes from 15 May 

to 15 September. From the middle of 

the Castle Lake you can see the city, 

the castle and, not least, the beautiful 

Baroque gardens with shaped bushes. 

The Ferry sails between 11 am and 5 

pm on weekdays and between 1 pm 

and 5 pm on Sundays. You can buy 

your ticket on board via MobilePay. 

Torvet 


www.partrederiet.dk 


Set sail on a 1-hour boat trip on Arresø, 

Denmark’s largest lake with the charming 

wooden ship M/S Frederikke, 

sailing from May to September. 

Arresødalvej 103 


www.msfrederikke.dk 

For animal lovers 

North Sealand 

Bird Park 

Is there a zoo in North Sealand? Yes, 

North Sealand Bird Park is located in 

the middle of the beautiful nature of 

North Sealand with more than 2,000 

birds from all over the world. The Park 

also has Zoo status and has many small 

mammals and a vast amount of reptiles 

and amphibians. 

Nordsjællands Fuglepark 

Sodemarksvej 22 

3230 Græsted 

www.fugleparken.dk 

Tothaven’s Visitor 

Farm 

Close to the old fishing village of Kikhavn 

lies the small and cosy visitor farm 

Tothaven. The farm is home to dairy 

goats, ponies, donkeys and wool pigs. 

There are always lots of baby animals 

to cuddle, and the young, enthusiastic 

animal keepers love telling you about 

the animals. Play in the straw, relax in 

the hammocks under the linden trees, 

eat your packed lunch in the garden, 

or enjoy an ice cream in the little café. 

Torupvejen 2 


Tel. +45 20 36 02 26 

www.tothaven.dk 


Fiskesø 

Let the kids try fishing in Gribskov's 

first put and take lake that was opened 

in 2017. The fishing lake is situated 

in the old quarries in Dronningmølle 

made into 20 fishing spots. Buy your 

fishing license in the shop Vild med Dyr 

where you will also find a wide variety 

of fishing gear. 

Dronningmølle Strandvej 647A 


www.dronningmølle.nu 

Falkonergården 

Just outside Fredensborg, visitors can 

experience the amazing thrill of wings 

when the falconer’s eagles, hawks and 

falcons display their hunting and flying 

techniques at close range. 

Davidsvænge 11 


www.falkonergaarden.dk 

TIP: PLAYGROUNDS 

AND OTHER ACTIVITIES 

FOR CHILDREN 

• Havtyren Natural Playground, 

Liseleje 

• ’Pat-a-fish’ platform in 

Hundested Harbour 

• The children’s playground in 


• The playground in Gilleleje 

Harbour 

• Eghjorten natural playground, 

Fredensborg 

• The Parforce Hunting Landscape 

at the Castle Lake in Hillerød 

• Playground Krudtskuddet, 


• Esrum Abbey natural playground 

• Ice skating on the Square in 

Hillerød 

• Gribskov swimming bath, 

Helsinge 

• Hillerød swimming bath 

• Frederiksværk swimming bath 

Monkey World 

Monkey World is not a zoo, but a cosy 

gar den surrounded by exciting animals. 

They make a huge effort to make 

a difference for rescued animals and 

people who are having a diffcult time. 

Try to carry a parrot on your shoulder 

like a pirate, or cuddle a rabbit – and 

see if you also feel inner calm. 

Nejedevej 20 


www.monkeyworld.dk 

FREERSLEV KOTEL 

BESØGSGÅRD & 

GÅRDBUTIK 

Freerslev Kotel is a visitor farm and 

farm shop. The farm shop sells high 

quality free range produce where 

animal welfare and sustainability are 

important factors. 

Roskildevej 207 

3330 Gørløse

See more experiences 

for children in North 

Sealand. 

CHILDREN 

89 

Fun for all 

Wieth-Knudsen’s 

Observatory 

Named after N.P. Wieth-Knudsen is 

the Observatory in Tisvildeleje, where 

the weather conditions for astronomical 

observations are better than many 

other places in Denmark. The kids can 

romp and tumble in the surrounding 

natural landscape and – on select days 

– visit the Observatory. 

Margot Nyholms Vej 19 

3220 Tisvildeleje 

www.wko.astronomisk.dk 

Esrum Abbey 

& Møllegård 

A visit to Esrum Abbey & Møllegård 

promises fun, games and education for 

the entire family, with plenty of amusement 

and activities for the children 

in the nature playground and in one 

of the abbey wings. There are special 

child-friendly activities during the 

school holidays. 

Klostergade 12 

3230 Græsted 

www.esrum.dk 

Gribskov swimming 

bath 

If it’s rainy weather or the sea is very 

wavy – do not despair! There are loads 

of possibilities for indoor fund and 

swimming in North Sealand. Pack your 

swimming goggles and swimsuit, and 

take the kids to Gribskov swimming 

bath which has different pools, slides 

and a sauna. 

Boagervej 26 

3200 Helsinge 

www.gribskovsvøm.dk 

Find the King’s Animals 

(Fredensborg 

city) 

With an interactive game on the mobile 

phone, the kids can help the King 

find all his animals in Fredensborg. 

The game is rooted in history: In the 

18th century, King Frederik IV built a 

menagerie (a collection of animals) in 

Fredensborg Palace Gardens which he 

loved showing off to guests as entertainment. 

However, rabbits, bears, wolves 

and deer have escaped and are 

hiding in town. Download the Woop 

app, and ’Find the King’s Animals’ hiding 

around the town. Recommended 

for children aged 5-11 years. 

Slotsgade 


www.Fredensborg.dk 

Kysthusene Minigolf 

Kysthusene has got a new, amazing 

miniature golf course set in peaceful 

surroundings. Open all week for you 

to stop by and play with your friends 

or family. The price is only DKK 60 per 

person/round. Who will make it around 

the nine holes in as few strokes as possible? 

www.visitnordsjaelland.dk 

Art for children 

Louisiana Museum The 

Children’s Wing 

Let the kids use their imagination and 

senses in the Children’s Wing at Louisiana 

Museum of Modern Art, where 

they will have a unique opportunity to 

display their creativity at this 500 m 2 

free space over three floors. Enjoy a 

cup of hot chocolate in Louisiana Café 

with panoramic views of the Sound. 

Gl. Strandvej 13 


www.louisiana.dk 

Nivaagaard 

Art Collection 

Nivaagaard Art Collection introduces 

both very young children and older 

children to the amazing world of art 

where they can explore different exhibitions 

with help from drawing sheets 

and exercises for the paintings. The 

children can also participate in workshops 

and family tours on select days. 

Gammel Strandvej 2 

2990 Nivå 

www.nivaagaard.dk 

The museums of 

North Sealand 

Visit one of the many museums of 

North Sealand with plenty of fun 

and activities for children and adults. 

Explore on your own, while the kids dig 

into art and history. There is plenty of 

room for curiosity, fantasy and thinking. 

www.museumns.dk 

Frederiksborg 

Castle 

Take the kids to Frederiksborg Castle, 

and let them do some exercises on 

a guided tour. Visit selected castle 

rooms, explore portraits and paintings 

telling interesting stories about 

important events and personalities 

that children understand. Participate 

in special activities for children at the 

castle. 

Frederiksborg Slot 10 


www.dnm.dk 

Hundested 

Sand Sculpture Festival 

Experience the unique cultural attraction 

on the enterprising experience 

platform in Hundested, where sand 

sculptors, including several world 

champions, create world-class monumental 

and transitory sculptures from 

golden grains of sand. 

Kajgaden 7 


www.sandfestival.dk

90 

CHILDREN 

COLOUR AND WIN 

Win camel and donkey rides for 2 adults and 2 

children (under 12 years old) at Dronningmølle. 

Colour in the camel. Email a photo of the 

completed drawing to info@visitnordsjaelland.com 

with the subject heading "Drawing 

Competition" by 31 December 2022. 

You'll be entered into a prize draw to win a 

family riding excursion. 

The prize is sponsored by Dronningmølle Camel Rental. More information available at kameludlejning.com

CITY PASS 

Enjoy unlimited travel on buses, 

trains, and the metro 

City Pass is your ticket to public transportation around 

Greater Copenhagen and North Sealand. Your City Pass 

is valid for up to five days and makes it easy for you to 

visit all the popular sites in the area. 

CITY PASS LARGE FROM 160 DKK 

Unlimited transportation in Greater 

Copenhagen, including Central Copenhagen. 

Buy your City Pass in the ‘DOT Tickets’ app or from ticket machines at the stations. 

Read more about the City Pass at citypass.dk and about public transportation at 

publictransport.dk.

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