From historical fishing hamlets to cultural towns

Photo:Ann Jørgensen&Tine Uffelmann

Towns in North Zealand

There is a very special feeling and energy in the towns of North Zealand. Location, nature, history and transport routes have determined the development of the towns and resulted in the interesting places they are today. Some of them have arisen around royal palaces, other picture the early Danish industrial history and many have a past as fishing hamlets along Oresund and the North Coast. Go exploring today’s modern towns which are full of experiences with shopping, delicious food and not least culture and history.

Frederiksborg Slot med Neptunspringvandet i gården

Hillerød - Castle town & shopping center

With Frederiksborg Castle as its historical landmark and thriving commercial life in the city centre, Hillerød is the ideal starting point for combining shopping, culture and outdoor experiences.

Fiskekutterne ligger på rad og række i Gilleleje havn

Gilleleje - The fishing village at the top

Gilleleje, Zealand’s most northerly point, offers a busy commercial life with many exciting shops, cosy cafés and good restaurants. The fishing harbour and the beautiful cultural centre, Kulturhavn Gilleleje, are worthy attractions with deep roots in local life. Together, it´s worth a visi...

Spodsbjerg Fyr på kanten af skrænterne ved Hundested

Hundested & Lynæs - Authentic Towns With Charm and an Edge

At the entrance from the Kattegat to Isefjord and Roskilde fjord is the charming and authentic port town of Hundested. Hundested has a unique blend of modern cultural town and an active commercial port, where fishing boats arrive with the day's fresh catch in the early morning hours.

En kvinde står på broen over kanalerne i Frederiksværk

Frederiksværk-From cannons to canal idyll

Beautifully located between Arresø and Roskilde Fjord, Frederiksværk is also known as “Little Venice” because of its canal and numerous iconic bridges. The old houses in the streets and alleyways bear witness to the town’s past as Denmark’s first industrial centre. But it offers much more....

Et gammelt badehus står på gaden i Liseleje

Liseleje - Beach holidays like in the old days

Sand, as far as the eye can see, and clear blue-green water that tempts for a dip. Large, sun-warmed stones in the beach dike because Liseleje has slightly more hours of sunshine than most places in the country. It's a beach holiday like in the old days.

Fredensborg - The castle town at Lake Esrum

Fredensborg is a lively castle town that has developed around Fredensborg Palace, that this year can celebrate its 300 years. The palace is a true gem in North Sealand and one of the Danish Royal Family’s favourite homes.

Kvinde ser ud over søen ved Louisiana Museum of Modern Art

Humlebæk - The home town of Louisiana

A city of culture on the Sound with one of the world’s finest art museums.

Nivaa - World art, bricks and bird life

Nivaa is located on the wide, shallow Nivaa Bay on the Øresund Coast. The area is home to rich birdlife, an idyllic harbour and a lovely beach park. The city was once an industrial centre with brickyards, and today it is known for its Ring Oven and the Nivaagaard Collection.

Tisvildeleje - Historic seaside resort and young culture

Tisvildeleje is the historic seaside resort where for generations Copenhagen’s bohemians have sought refuge from the limelight and hectic pace of urban life.

Vejby Strand - Tradition and fantastic sea views

Vejby Strand is a lovely old summerhouse area located between Rågeleje and Tisvildeleje.

Rågeleje -Seafront and striped beach houses

A classic boardwalk with iconic beach huts and views of the sparkling blue sea.

Cosy small towns along the Danish Riviera

By Oresund and along the North Coast and its backing you find cosy, small towns – each of which has a charm of its own.

Et par sidder og kigger ud over Helsinge gadekær i aftensolen

Helsinge -The large commercial town

Helsinge is the last large commercial town you encounter before reaching the stunning summer country of Tisvildeleje, Vejby Strand and Rågeleje. Once ...

Skønt nostalgisk damplokomotiv i Græsted

Græsted - Home town for the vintage train

Græsted is a small town located just north of Gribskov in Gribskov Municipality. It is an ancient town where the oldest area around the church, the re...

Stranden ved Munkeruphus i Dronningmølle

Dronningmølle - Family friendly seaside resort

Fantastic family-friendly beach and amazing sights like the museum of Rudolph Tegner.

The idylic village of Lynæs

Lynæs lies perfectly sheltered by the high cliffs of the headland at the inlet to Isefjord, just 2 km/1 mi south of Hundested. This idyllic fishing vi...