Klampenborg - Nature, culture and good times
If you and your family are looking for a more local and special experience, you should definitely take a trip up north of Copenhagen. The area of Klampenborg, Ordrup and Hellerup is the perfect scene for family-friendly experiences.
Explore the Deer Park
Take a bike ride through the Deer Park, or Dyrehaven as the locals calls it, a magical place with unique and wild nature. If you’re lucky, you might past one of the free-range deers that inhabit the area. Stop by the beautiful royal castle The Hermitage placed centrally in the park.
A short trip north from Copenhagen will take you to Dyrehaven, a wonderful woodland that seems far from city lights and traffic noise.
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.
Experiences for all
Experiences north of copenhagen range widely. Here are some ideas to inspire your trip. Some are child-friendly, others are for those more interested in history and culture.
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 Experimentarium in Hellerup, Copenhagen, is a celebration of curiosity and is dedicated to playful science. It offers hours of fun for the entire family.
Ordrupgaard is an art museum located north of Copenhagen in Charlottenlund. The museum has a significant collection of Danish and French artworks from the 19th and 20th centuries. At Ordrupgaard, art, architecture, and design flow together to a combined experience.
Local food in local surroundings
Of course, your trip should include something good to eat, and don't worry, North Zealand offers some of the best local dining experiences in authentic and picturesque surroundings. There's something for everyone, whether you just want to enjoy a nice glass of wine, have a filling lunch or try classic Danish pastries.
At Kilden i Skoven you can enjoy food and wine mixed with scenic surroundings, beach chairs and a very special relaxed peace.
Modern interpretation of classic Danish inn cuisine in a historic house in Dyrehaven.
In the corner of Dyrehaven, overlooking Bellevue and Øresund, you can enjoy a tasteful restaurant experience in historic settings.
Local family-run bakery with tasty baked goods in Charlottenlund - where organic, biodynamic products and natural fermentation are prioritized.
Bikes, coffee, and more bikes
If you need to pedal more kilometres, check out the bike rental options and guided tours in the area at these cool places.
At Cranks&Coffee, you can enjoy a cup of coffee and pastries in the café in Klampenborg after your bike ride.
Experience Dyrehaven on 2 wheels. Cafe Parforce gets you ready for an active ride through the more than 1,100 hectares of nature when you rent bikes from them in Klampenborg.