Top 10 attractions in Skjoldungernes Land National Park
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Skjoldungernes Land National Park
One of the best ways to experience Skjoldungernes Land National Park is by foot. Lace up your walking shoes, pack a lunch and water and disappear into one of the national park’s large, deep forests, explore the rolling landscape dotted with manor estates, or bike along the fjord.
The national park covers 170km2, in Roskilde, Lejre and Frederikssund municipality providing loads of opportunities to venture out into the countryside on your own or to explore one of its many sites. The varied landscape is filled with small and large forests, manor estates, farmland and meadows crisscrossed by lake and streams, not to mention the beautiful fjord with its islands, islets and rich birdlife. Denmark’s largest bird of prey, the white-tailed eagle, breeds and hunts in the national park, with 2-4 eagles currently living in the fjord’s rich natural larder. Ancient monuments also dot the entire area, where human beings have lived since the Stone Age and the birth of Denmark.
Strap on your walking boots
The national park offers excellent opportunities to go hiking. The Skjoldungesti is a 40km network of paths that all pass through the hamlet of Gl. Lejre. One branch of Skjoldungesti takes you on an 8.5 km walk around Little Kattinge Lake. Along the way you’ll encounter a small cable ferry that allows you to pull yourself across the stream. If you have a smart phone, download the hiking routes with a map that also shows the sights and facilities, such as parking spots and restrooms.
Skjoldungernes Land National Park is located in Fjordlandet, just 30 km from Copenhagen.
3 things you might not know about Skjoldungernes Land National Park
1. White-tailed eagles
For years, white-tailed eagles have lived near Roskilde Fjord, where there is plenty of fish, waterfowl and carrion to feed on. As Northern Europe’s largest bird of prey, it has a wingspan of up to 2.45 metres!
2. Zealand’s first national park
Inaugurated in 2015 Skjoldungernes Land National Park is Zealand’s first national park. It is located in Roskilde and Lejre in mid-Zealand just a 30-minute drive from Copenhagen.
3. Who were the Scyldingas?
Ancient legends say that the Scyldingas were the descendants of the mythical Danish King Skjold.
Quiz time! What's the name of Denmarks biggest Viking Hall? 💛
Here are some hints for you:
🛡 In 2009, traces of the largest Viking habitation in Denmark peaked out from the mud. With a little more than 60 meters from one end to the other, it’s about as long as a football field is wide.
🛡 With over 600 m2, the large Viking Hall is a unique witness of the culmination of Nordic architecture and crafts of the Viking Age.
What is the name of this Viking Hall? Let us know in the comments 😌
Get inspired for exciting adventures in Fjordlandet via the link in bio 👉 @visitfjordlandet
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FREE SIGHTSEEING TOURS IN FJORDLANDET 🚌💛
Hop on and off Fjordlandet's sightseeing bus for free during the summer. You can experience 2 unique bus routes:
1️⃣ BEER, ROCK & VIKINGS
2️⃣ ART, FJORD LIFE & ADVENTURE
The route "BEER, ROCK & VIKINGS" runs on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, where you can visit these fantastic places in Fjordlandet:
📍 @vikingshipmuseum
📍 @roskildedomkirke
📍 @museumragnarock
📍 @sagnlandetlejre / @herthadalen
📍 @lejremuseum
📍 @herslev_bryghus
The sightseeing bus runs in weeks 27-32 (July 4th-August 14th) 2022. Who do you want to take for a ride? 😍
Read more about the two routes, schedules, and sights right here via the link in bio 👉 @visitfjordlandet
📸 Ole Malling, Marie Louise Munkegaard, ROMU & Daniel Overbeck
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It's quiz time... Do you recognize this yellow place? 💛
Here's a tip for you: It's a museum of pop, rock'n'roll, and youth culture 😎🤘
What museum do you think it is? Let us know in the comments 😌
Get inspired for yellow summer adventures in
Fjordlandet via the link in bio @visitfjordlandet
📸 Keld Hansen & Louise Faber
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Do you want your summer to be filled up with amazing golden experiences? ✨ Then you should definitely add 'visiting Roskilde Monastery' to your summer bucket list 💛
Roskilde Monastery is a small cultural and historical gem in the middle of Roskilde's bustling center with a unique, historic building complex and a large park-like garden 🌻
During the summer you can join an exciting summer tour at the Monastery where you can get a vivid impression of the former Roskilde noble convent 🧐
Interested? Read more via the link in bio 👉 @visitfjordlandet
📸 Roskilde Kloster & Mikkel Berggreen
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✨ A GUIDE TO FJORDLANDET ✨
Get inspired for your next trip to Fjordlandet by local people that know the hidden gems 🌻
In this video, you meet Karin Sloth, the owner of Snoremark 😌 Here, Karin gives her unique recommendations for the area:
📍 Visit Jyllinge Harbour
📍 Eat and drink at WHY Food & Cocktails
📍 Sail on Roskilde Fjord
You can find other guides from locals in Fjordlandet via the link in bio @visitfjordlandet
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Free sightseeing tours in Fjordlandet 🌻💛
During the summer you have a unique opportunity to experience our scenic destination Fjordlandet 😌
Hop on and off Fjordlandets sightseeing bus for FREE and experience the many exciting attractions in Frederikssund, Lejre, and Roskilde 🚌💨
The bus runs from July 4th to August 14th, 2022. Read more about the two routes, the schedule for the bus, and the sights right here via the link in bio @visitfjordlandet
Who do you want to take for a ride in Fjordlandet? 😍
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Time for another quiz... Do you recognize this yellow place? 😎
Here are some hints:
▪️ It's a palace and a four-winged yellow baroque facility built in 1733-1736 and the building is connected to Roskilde Cathedral.
▪️ Today, it's a Museum of Contemporary Art.
What palace do you think it is? Let us know in the comments 💛
📸 Hans Jørgen Bendixen
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✨ A GUIDE TO FJORDLANDET ✨
Get inspired for your next trip to Fjordlandet by local people that know the hidden gems 🌻
In this video, you meet Tore Jørgensen, the founder, and owner of Herslev Bryghus 🎋 Here, Tore gives his unique recommendations for the area:
📍 Visit Herslev Beach
📍 Drive to Boserup Forest and make a pitstop and enjoy the beautiful view
📍 Drive on Ledreborg Avenue
📍 Visit Herslev Bryghus
You can find other guides from locals in Fjordlandet via the link in bio @visitfjordlandet
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Now it's officially summer and that means ice cream every day, right? 🍦😋
Fortunately, @hansensis can make ALL your ice cream dreams come true! They simply have everything your ice cream heart desires such as delicious organic ice cream sticks and waffles, ice cream and sorbet, fresh ice cream, ice cream desserts and even vegan ice cream 🍨🍡😍
Get inspired for your next adventure in Fjordlandet via the link in bio @visitfjordlandet
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Explore Roskilde with a guide!👟📍
If you are new to Roskilde or visiting next week, join a guided walking tour in english and get to know the beautiful old city!
Hear about the fascinations history dating back over a thousand years while walking through the city in the evening sun!
🎤guide from @roskildeguides
🗓 Tuesday 14th June, 7.30pm!
🎟Tickets are available through link in bio!
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Fjordlandet, or Fjord Country, covers the scenic areas around Roskilde Fjord and Isefjord. The towns and landscape of Fjordlandet are filled with vibrant stories, while its harbours are abuzz with activity. On a summer day you’ll encounter beach guests, sailors, fishermen, nature lovers, birdwatchers, history buffs and Viking enthusiasts.
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