Copenhagen: Deer Park and Hermitage Palace Guided Walk
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Discover the beauty of Jaegersborg Dyrehaven on a guided walk. See the Hermitage Palace, learn about the park’s history, and wander through peaceful trails and meadows.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the beauty of Jaegersborg Dyrehaven, a UNESCO site
- Marvel at the stunning Hermitage Palace, the King’s 18th-century lodge
- Wander through peaceful forest trails and open meadows
- Learn about the park’s history, dating back to 1669, and its royal past
- See the 800-year-old oak tree known as the Ulvedalsegen
Description
Escape the bustle of the city and embrace the magic of the season with a scenic 5.2 km guided walk through Jaegersborg Dyrehaven, Copenhagen’s famous Deer Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander along peaceful forest trails and open meadows where over 2,000 free-roaming deer graze gracefully. Hear fascinating stories of the park dating back to 1669, about the kings and how parforce hunting shaped the design and landscapes of the park. At the heart of the park, marvel at the stunning Hermitage Palace, the king’s 18th-century hunting lodge perched elegantly atop the hill. Admire its stately charm and panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Pass through the dramatic hills of Ulvedalene, created during the ice age as a tunnel valley. See the 43-meter hill “Djaevlebakke,” which creates a magical theatre backdrop for open-air theatre since 1910, where the Royal Danish Theatre staged the first performance in the scenic surroundings. Finally, see the 800-year-old oak tree known as the Ulvedalsegen.Includes
Guided walk through Jaegersborg Dyrehaven Stories about the park's history View of Hermitage Palace Visit to Ulvedalene hills View of the 800-year-old oak tree UlvedalsegenImportant Information
- The walk is approximately 5.2 km long The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site The activity involves walking through forest trails and open meadows