Guide: 48 hours in Hornsherred – experience nature, history and local flavours in Zealand
Start your first day in Hornsherred with open landscapes, historic sites and experiences close to the fjord. Here, you move seamlessly between nature and culture, with each stop just a short distance away.
Day 1 in Hornsherred
Manor house and birdlife at Selsø Lake
At Selsø Manor, you encounter a classic Danish manor setting in the heart of the open countryside. From the manor, take a short walk to Selsø Lake, where rich birdlife and tranquil nature unfold along the shoreline.
Visit Selsø Castle and explore the authentic rooms. Enjoy fun activities for children and scenic hiking trails in Skjoldungernes Land National Park.
Taste and collections along the way
Continue to Chef College, where local ingredients and culinary experiences take centre stage. Nearby, you will find Egholm Museum, offering everything from historical collections to unexpected stories.
Enjoy delicious organic food in the lush garden café or order brunch and catering year-round from Chefs Cottage near Skibby. Surrounded by peace and nature.
Explore 1,500 m² of fascinating exhibits at Egholm Museum – weapons, vehicles, and everyday life from the 1600s to World War II. A perfect outing for the whole family.
End the day with views over the fjord
From Egholm, continue to Ejby Ådal, where the landscape opens up with rolling hills and walking trails. Take a walk through the valley and finish the day at Sea Level Kaffebar, where you can enjoy views over the fjord and a peaceful break after a day full of impressions.
Day 2 in Hornsherred
Day two offers a sense of community, local flavours and historic surroundings.
Community and local tastes
Start your day at Svanholm Manor, a place where community living and organic farming go hand in hand. Nearby is Hansens Ice Cream, where you can taste locally produced ice cream made from regional ingredients.
Visit Hansens Is in Jægerspris, Denmark – organic ice cream made with love and tradition for four generations. Taste authentic Danish ice cream.
Moped tour and royal history
Continue with Puchtours and experience the fjord from a new perspective. Your next stop is Jægerspris Castle, home to history, parkland and stories of Danish kings and times gone by.
Rent a Puch Maxi from Puchtours and explore Hornsherred at your own pace. Enjoy fun day trips, local sights, and beautiful nature experiences.
Discover Jægerspris Castle on Zealand, Denmark. Visit the museum about King Frederik VII and Countess Danner, explore the castle park, and enjoy unique royal history near Copenhagen.
A finale rooted in deep history
End your trip at the King Oak in Nordskoven. It is one of Europe’s oldest oak trees and a მშვიდ, reflective place to conclude your 48 hours in Hornsherred. From here, there are several options: take the ferry from Kulhuse to Sølager or cross the bridge to Frederikssund, where you can, for example, visit Willumsen’s Museum.
Experience the famous Danish multi-artist J. F. Willumsen's grandiose, transgressive, sometimes bizarre and extreme, figurative art at Willumsen Museum in Frederikssund.
