Lyngby-Taarbæk: Nature experiences and little gems in the outskirts of Copenhagen
Within 20 minutes by train from Copenhagen Central Station, you’re on a green and cultural daytrip to Lyngby-Taarbæk – a 39 km2 municipality in beautiful surroundings and with plenty of things to explore.
Idyllic and fun things to do in the middle of nature
Home to the world’s oldest amusement park. In case that’s not enough to evoke your curiosity, Lyngby-Taarbæk also mixes UNESCO listed nature with royal history and little fishing villages.
Bakken
Ten minutes north of Copenhagen, you can find the oldest amusement park in the world, Bakken. Located in the woods of the Deer Park, it is a fun day out.
The Hermitage
On a top of a hill in The Deer Park, you will find the Kings’ Hunting Lodge overlooking the Øresund Sound, treetops, forest and over 200 deer, and a far-reaching hunting landscape.
The Deer Park
A short trip north from Copenhagen will take you to Dyrehaven, a wonderful woodland that seems far from city lights and traffic noise.
The Open Air Museum
The Open Air Museum, Frilandsmuseet, in Copenhagen, is one of the oldest and largest open air museums in the world.
Sophienholm Kunsthal
In a historic setting and scenic surroundings, Sophienholm Kunsthal invites dialogue about contemporary art through exhibitions and events.
Boat Tours
Den Røde Cottage
Den Røde Cottage serves modern gourmet food in an iconic location in the beautiful Deer Park.
Hubertus Hunt
Cafe Parforce
Discover the beautiful Dyrehave on two wheels - and book a guided tour by bike at Cafe Parforce in Klampenborg.
Food, culture and little villages
Surely, you are going to need something good to eat on your daytrip to Lyngby-Taarbæk. Choose among food experiences across the spectre – like gourmet dinners in the scenic nature, such as The Red Cottage, Raadvad Kro, The Postgaarden group of eateries in the shopping city Lyngby – or simply a low-key seafood lunch and a cold one on the harbour in the fishing village of Taarbæk.