2022 Close to nature – all year round THE LARDER OF ZEALAND WONDERFUL GASTRONOMY AND LOCAL TASTE EXPERIENCES ARE IN STORE FOR YOU BREATHTAKING FJORD LANDSCAPES, MAGNIFICENT FORESTS, ICE-CREATED HILLS AND BEAUTIFUL LAKES TOGETHER WE EXPERIENCE
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Awe-inspiring fjord landscapes surrounded by unique picturesque scenery. Beautiful deep forests followed by Ice Age hills, reaching for the skies, while gently rolling waves rock towards the almost endless coasts. Destination Sealand is a splendid goal for the whole family on days out to enjoy the unpar alleled great outdoors, visits to amusing and exciting attractions or a shopping spree in the market Standingtowns.onthe shoulders of cultural giants, you will experience the sources of inspiration for Holberg, Hans Christian Andersen and Lundbye, explore the ferocious Middle Ages, the wild Vikings, the arts and unique handicrafts before you sink your teeth into wonderful gastronomy, prize winning wines and local culinary experiences with a focus on regional products from Sealand’s Pantry.
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Along the more than 400 kilometres of coast, the landscape rises from the flat child friendly beaches in the south to the awarded hilly Ice Age landscape in the north.
On the westernmost point of Zealand, 11 landmarks will be guiding you to ex traordinary natural experiences when you visit Røsnæs and Røsnæs Lighthouse. Visit Naturpark Åmosen, Denmark’s first nature park, and take a walk round Skarresø Lake in Jyderup where you may have a glimpse of white tailed sea eagles.
Please note: Persons aged 18-65 years must take out a fishing licence. The licence is sold online on fisketegn.dk or at one of our many Tourist Inspirations. Find fishing grounds and tips on desj.dk/fishing, fishingzealand.dk or fishingindenmark.info
SEE YOU ON THE WATER? Enjoy a cosy boat trip on Sorø Lake on board the Lille Claus. It takes about an hour, and you can hop on and off as you wish during the trip. In Skælskør, you have the opportunity to experience the town from the waterside on a boat trip, with cosy Skjelskør V, that has a duration of one hour and a half.
Whether you want to spend several days walking combined with outdoor over night stays or just a single day’s walk for some kilometres, we have walking routes to suit you. If nature is to be enjoyed on two wheels, you can choose cycling ex periences on peaceful roads. You will find tour suggestions, maps and folders from the destination on desj.dk/hike and desj.dk/bike. On your ride through the destination you will also find the route covered by the Tour de France field.
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IN WALKING BOOTS OR ON BIKE - AND TOUR DE FRANCE
NATURE AT ITS BEST
FISH SLIME HIGH FIVE FOR BIG AND SMALL DESTINATION ZEALAND IS AN OBVIOUS SPOT TO GO FISHING, WHETHER YOU ARE A NEWCOMER OR AN EXPERIENCED ANGLER.
- ALL YEAR ROUND THE VARIETY OF SCENERY THAT YOU FIND HERE IS RATHER UNIQUEFROM OPEN LANDS, ENDLESS COASTS AND ISLANDS TO DEEP FORESTS AND A PRIZE-WINNING NATURE PARK.
CHARMING ISLANDS BRIMMING WITH LIFE Visit one of our five lovely islands where you will be sure to be slowing down pace. Your holiday starts at the very moment you enter the ferry. de5oer.dk
AWAITING YOU HERE ARE BEAUTIFUL WALKING AND CYCLING ROUTES IN ADDITION TO CHALLENGING MTB TRAILS. YOU CAN ALSO GO AMBER HUNTING, DIVE OR TRY YOUR LUCK WITH A FISHING ROD IN YOUR HANDS. The majority of the beaches are child friendly without dangerous currents or unexpected depths, and dogs on a leash are allowed on many beaches. You can also use the beaches for more physical activities, like kayaking or Stand Up Pad dle (SUP).
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SLAGELSE - SHOPPING TOWN Shopping town number one in West Zealand offers a host of charming nooks and corners inviting to relax with a cup of coffee, lunch or brunch. A varied selection of shops are awaiting you in the heart of town, where you can also enjoy the sight of the guard hussars riding through town, or delve into the lo cal history.
The beautiful old market town of Holbæk is located on the shores of the Isefjord. Here it is possible to step direct from the yacht‘s deck into the shopping street that provides a rich selection of exciting shops and cosy cafés. The harbour area itself also offers a splendid choice of eating places and other culinary temptations. KALUNDBORG – ON THE EDGE OF ZEALAND IN THE CENTRE OF DENMARK Kalundborg has its fjord as next door neighbour. From the lively activities in the Harbour Park, the market town stretches up the slopes, revealing itself as a place brimming with soul and charm.
FROM TOE DIPPING TO SHOPPING
SKÆLSKØR – TOWN OF ART
This market town has become a gathering point for a large number of ceramists and artists, who welcome visitors to their workshops.
KORSØR – MARITIME TOWN Water is the keyword when it comes to Korsør. Here you will find everything from the impressive Great Belt Bridge to small cosy fishermen‘s cottages and the former ferry port, Halsskov Færgehavn, with a multitude of action and activities. Korsør Fortress that dates back to the Middle Ages still has cannons aiming at the Great Belt.
KALUNDBORG ALSO OFFERS DENMARK‘S LARGEST COLLECTION OF MEDIEVAL HOUSES IN THE OLD PART OF TOWN CALLED HØJBYEN, WHERE YOU CAN VISIT THE CHURCH OF OUR LADY WITH ITS FIVE TOWERS, WHICH IS THE PRETTY LANDMARK OF KALUNDBORG.
THE DISTANCE FROM ALLURING BEACHES AND HOLIDAY HOMES TO GENUINE CITY LIFE IS ACTUALLY NOT LONG. OUR AREA OFFERS GREAT VARIETY FROM SMALL, COSY VILLAGES NEAR MARKET TOWNS WITH COBBLED STREETS TO HUGE COMMERCIAL TOWNS - WITH A LIVELY CAFÉ LIFE AND A BUSY CITY CENTRE WITH SHOPPING STREET, SPECIALIST STORES AND SHOPPING CENTRES.
On the shores of Sorø Lake stands the Abbey Church, which is worth a visit, or you could take a stroll through the Academy Garden, an enjoyable sight with its change in character according to season. Sorø presents a wide range of cultural gems that you will see while enjoying the shop ping facilities in Storgade and Holberg Arkaden or during a cup of coffee or a lunch at one of the local eating places.
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THE SMALL COLOURFUL CHAUS SEE STONES APPEAR LIKE SMALL ARTISTIC OASES IN THE CHARMING COBBLED STREET OF ALGADE THAT IS WINDING ITS WAY THROUGH THE HARBOUR TOWN OF SKÆLSKØR.
HOLBÆK - BETWEEN FJORD AND WOODS
SORØ – ART AND HISTORY
CULINARY EXPERIENCES WONDERFUL GASTRONOMY AND LOCAL TASTE EXPERIENC ES ARE IN STORE FOR YOU AT THE EATING PLACES THAT ARE FOUND IN MANY FORMS, AS A COSY GEM IN A WOOD, A UNIQUE BREATHING SPACE ON THE COAST OR IN SYMBIOSIS WITH RURAL LIFE IN THE COUNTRY, WHILE CAFÉS PROVIDE SPLENDID OASES FOR SHOPPERS IN THE MARKET TOWNS. Here is something for every taste. CHEERS! Delicious local bubbles, tasty alcohol, fresh cider and special golden beers – to quench your thirst or pamper your taste buds. The choice is huge. Products as well as producers cover a wide field. From husband and wife in the joint family company to the professional brewer and local enthusiasts. You can join a guided tour of a vineyard, visit the distillery and have a shopping spree in the exciting farm shops. FARM SHOPS OF VISIT OUR MANY FARM SHOPS WHERE YOU CAN BE PROVIDED WITH CRISP VEGETABLES, MEAT OR BIG FRESH FARM EGGS. OR STOP BY ONE OF THE ROADSIDE STALLS TEMPTING YOU WITH FRESHLY DUG POTATOES AND SWEET, BRIGHT RED STRAWBERRIES.
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98 HERBS ARE PICKED IN THE WOODS AND ALONG THE BEACH ES, FISH ARE CAUGHT ON THE COAST AND UNIQUE PRODUCTS ARE COLLECTED FROM LOCAL PRODUCERS WHEN THE CHEFS ARE TO DO THEIR MAGIC TRICKS IN THE KITCHENS. In several places, the culinary achieve ments are accompanied by sublime local wines. On Røsnæs and elsewhere in Destination Sealand, you will see fine long rows of vines in the sun on slopes facing south. Lower rainfall, fewer grades of frost, nearness to the sea and far more sun than the national average plus special soil conditions make a place like Røsnæs a unique example of terroir - where na ture, geology and climate jointly provide the perfect conditions for winegrowing and unique characteristics for the wines. Every year, these vines provide grapes for the local winegrowers who have won national and international prizes for their wines on several occasions.
CULTURE IS WAITING - without and within
Visit Oplevelsescenter Nyvang, an experience centre where you may touch, handle, taste and play through history. For more history, visit one of the 11 interesting departments of Museum Vestsjælland (West Zealand Museum), ranging from a school room to an old grocery shop.
OR HAVE A TRY AT THE SCENIC GOLF CLUB IN KORSØR, WHERE YOU SWING YOUR GOLF CLUBS AT THE VERY EDGE OF THE WATER.
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GET MOVING For an active day on your holiday, pay a visit to Holbæk Sportsby with its swim centre that invites you to wellness, a hot water pool, a children’s pool as well as a sauna.
MACHINES FOR CHILDREN AND THE YOUNG AT HEART Panzermuseum East is Scandinavia’s larg est Cold War museum where the children can try the cool military fitness activities (FUT) or play in the outdoor military ve hicles. And nostalgia and a great experi ence are at their very best on a ride in a veteran train at Vestsjællands Veterantog. Here you will enjoy the landscape while the smoke from the steam engine prick les your nose.
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NO MATTER WHAT YOU WANT, THERE ARE CULTURAL EXPERIENC ES IN STORE FOR YOU LIKE PEARLS ON A STRING. YOU WILL NO DOUBT FEEL THE PRESENCE OF HISTORY WHEN YOU EXPLORE THE HISTORY OF THE VIKINGS OR ARE STAR GAZ ING IN THE ENDLESS SKY. MAKE ROOM FOR A MUSEUM VISIT – A HOST OF GEMS ARE HIDING HERE. HAVE YOU SAID HELLO TO A VIKING? Visit Trelleborg Viking Fortress where the children can have a try at Viking activities. Or go to Tissø Viking Centre with its Viking exhibition on Viking life in Åmosen to see the Tissø Arm Ring, which is the biggest gold find from the Viking Age. Anoth er interesting place is Ulvsborg Historic Workshop featuring the years 1050-1250 and inviting to participation in amusing daily activities. A DAY FULL OF FUN You will find everything you love from the circus world at Arena Cirkusland in its large park, and the amusement park Sommerland Sjælland offers more than 60 activities plus the largest outdoor wa ter park on Zealand. A great destination for a day out for the entire family is Bir kegårdens Haver, comprising five gardens, six playgrounds and animals in a pen be sides other child friendly activities. And Kragerup Go High offers climbs as high as 28 metres, or ticklings in the stomach while bouncing to your heart’s content in the Trampoline Park Go Bounce.
SHOULD HUSBANDS AND FATHERS ALSO HAVE THEIR PART OF THE FUN - DON’T MISS A VISIT TO DENMARK’S BUS MUSEUM OR THE TRAMWAY MUSEUM SKJOLDENÆSHOLM.
FEEL THE PRESENCE OF HISTORY AND EXPERIENCE THE MILKY WAY
Brorfelde Observatory lets you in for a peep into the wondrous world of natural science when you experience the Discovery, Denmark’s largest star telescope.
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It is your good luck, however, that staff and professional art experts are ready to show you round, to explain, to connect art with the present day and, above all, to discuss the works on view. Art is much more that paintings on the wall and sculptures on the floor. You will see that when you visit places like the Art Hall Kongegaarden and Sorø Art Muse um, where changing exhibitions will chal lenge and expand visitors’ minds.
Some works are well on in years, others are quite new and may look into a big future. The exhibtion venues have one thing in common: They endeavour to give you an ex perience that you had not expected.
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The long stretches of coastline, beautiful sunsets and changing landscapes are clearly reflected in the works of the many local artisans. There are a variety of galleries and artists here, each with their unique expression.
THE LOCAL ARTISTS ARE PLEASED TO OPEN THE DOORS TO THEIR WORKSHOPS TO ALLOW VISITORS TO FOLLOW THE PROCESS WHILE A LUMP OF CLAY, A PIECE OF DRIFTWOOD OR AN EMPTY CANVAS BECOMES A NEW WORK. If you want to experience the very special atmosphere, the year offers a lot of art events, e.g. the Ceramics Festival in Skælskør or Art in Churches.
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BETWEEN POTTERS’ WHEELS AND BRUSHES – MEET THE LOCAL ARTISTS IN THE WORKSHOP
CONTEMPORARY ART, MODERN ART AND TRADITIONAL ART – OUR DESTINATION OFFER ALL ASPECTS OF ART. YOU WILL FIND SOME OF IT IMPRESSIVE, SOME OF IT CHALLENGING, AND SOME OF IT MAY BE INCOMPREHENSIBLE.
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