Madpakkehuset, Tyrstedlund Naturpark
Small wooden picnic cabin and outdoor classroom nestled in Horsens’ Tyrstedlund Naturpark, surrounded by meadows, pond and biodiversity-rich habitats.
Tucked inside Tyrstedlund Naturpark in southern Horsens, Madpakkehuset is a simple wooden shelter designed for picnics, outdoor learning and nature breaks. Overlooking meadows, a small lake and biodiversity-rich plantings, it offers covered tables and benches for around 25 people, making it an inviting base for families, school groups and walkers exploring this 80,000 m² urban nature park of flower meadows, woodland edges and wildlife habitats.
A brief summary to Madpakkehuset, Tyrstedlund Naturpark
- Horsens, DK
- Duration: 0.5 to 3 hours
- Free
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Bring your own food and drinks; Madpakkehuset is a simple shelter with tables and benches rather than a café or kiosk.
- If you are a school or larger group, consider checking locally whether the cabin is booked, as it is often reserved for classes and associations.
- Pack warm layers or blankets outside the summer months, as the house is open-sided and can feel cool in wind or rain.
- Combine your stop with a slow loop around the pond and flower meadows to spot insects, birds and, in season, amphibians.
- Carry a small trash bag and take all waste with you or to the nearest bin to help protect the park’s wildlife-friendly habitats.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Picnic Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Getting There
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City bus from central Horsens
From central Horsens, use a local city bus toward the Højvangen or southern residential districts; most routes take around 10–20 minutes depending on traffic. Expect a single adult ticket to cost roughly 20–30 DKK within the city zone. Services generally run throughout the day but are less frequent in the evening and on weekends, so check the timetable in advance. From the nearest residential stop, there is a short, level walk on pavements and park paths to reach Tyrstedlund Naturpark and Madpakkehuset, suitable for most mobility levels.
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Bicycle from Horsens city centre
Cycling from Horsens city centre to Tyrstedlund Naturpark typically takes 15–25 minutes, depending on your starting point and pace. The route uses ordinary city streets and residential roads with gentle gradients, making it realistic for casual cyclists. You do not pay any fee beyond potential bike rental costs. Bring lights and reflective gear if riding in winter or after dark, and remember that Danish traffic rules and helmet recommendations apply.
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Car or taxi from within Horsens
By car or taxi, reaching the park from most central Horsens addresses takes about 10–15 minutes under normal traffic. A taxi ride in the city usually falls in the range of 120–200 DKK depending on distance and time of day. Street parking is typically available in the surrounding residential area close to the park entrances, but spaces can be busier on sunny afternoons and weekends. From where you park, expect a short walk on flat paths into the park to locate Madpakkehuset.
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Discover more about Madpakkehuset, Tyrstedlund Naturpark
A picnic cabin at the heart of a young nature park
Madpakkehuset is the small, timber picnic house of Tyrstedlund Naturpark, a relatively new 80,000 m² biodiversity park on the southern edge of Horsens. Set among open meadows and young trees, the cabin looks out toward the park’s mix of grassland, wildflower areas and scattered woodland that frame this green pocket in the residential district of Højvangen. The structure itself is deliberately uncomplicated: a roofed, open-sided shelter with sturdy tables and benches designed to give groups a dry, wind-protected place to sit in almost any weather. It functions both as a classic picnic spot and as an outdoor classroom, with capacity for roughly a school class or small group gathering.Part of Horsens’ biodiversity experimentarium
Madpakkehuset sits in a park created as a living laboratory for biodiversity. Around it, Tyrstedlund Naturpark is laid out with gravel paths that weave through different habitats, from open eng (meadow) to patches of Boller Overskov’s woodland. Here, the focus is on creating good conditions for insects, birds, amphibians and small mammals, and on showing visitors how varied planting can support wildlife. Several distinct flower meadows act as colourful feeding grounds for butterflies, bees and seed-eating birds. Dry stone walls, piles of dead wood and hedges provide sheltering microhabitats. In the northwest corner of the park, a man-made pond hosts frogs, salamanders and myriad aquatic insects, offering a natural study site within easy reach of the picnic house.Everyday nature for families and school groups
Madpakkehuset is especially geared towards families and organised groups. It is commonly used as a base for school classes learning about nature, where children can spread out worksheets, magnifying glasses and lunch boxes, then fan out along the nearby trails to explore plants and small creatures up close. For families, the cabin is a weather-safe place to unpack lunch after a stroll or a session of nature play in the surrounding grass. The open sides keep you connected to the outdoors, so you still hear birdsong, rustling grasses and the wind moving through young trees even while sitting under cover.Seasonal atmosphere and simple comforts
The mood around Madpakkehuset shifts with the seasons. In spring and early summer, the meadows surrounding the park burst into bloom, and the area hums with pollinators. Later in the year, seed heads and autumn colours dominate the view from the shelter, while winter strips the landscape back to silhouettes of trees and the quiet presence of the pond and stone walls. Facilities remain intentionally minimal. This is not a full-service visitor centre, but a modest shelter embedded in a semi-urban nature park. Surfaces are robust, built to withstand regular use by classes and groups. The emphasis is on giving people an uncomplicated way to linger outdoors rather than providing extensive infrastructure.Learning how to bring nature home
One of the distinctive aspects of Tyrstedlund Naturpark is its role as inspiration for home gardens and small plots. Around the cabin and throughout the grounds, the park demonstrates how flower meadows, dead wood, hedgerows and small ponds can be arranged to benefit biodiversity while still feeling welcoming and accessible. Information boards in the wider park (not necessarily inside the cabin itself) explain habitat features and plantings. Nearby, a forest garden with edible berries, flowers and herbs illustrates how productive plants can be combined with wildlife-friendly design. Visitors are welcome to taste a little when in season, provided they leave plenty for birds and other animals.A calm pause on Horsens’ southern green edge
Madpakkehuset, together with its surrounding trails and viewing points, offers a calm counterpoint to everyday city life. The atmosphere is more neighbourhood green refuge than remote wilderness, yet the carefully planned habitats mean it is alive with subtle natural activity. For walkers, runners and local residents, the picnic house is a convenient waypoint: a place to rest, share a thermos of coffee, or shelter during a sudden shower while watching clouds roll over the meadows. Its understated design, paired with the park’s forward-looking focus on biodiversity, makes this small cabin a quietly important piece of Horsens’ urban nature network.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Blue Cross Op Shop
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For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Relaxing
- Tranquil
- Zen
- Scenic
- Fun-filled
- Casual
- Unique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Rustic Designs
- Minimalist Designs
For the architecture buff
- Parks & Gardens
- Viewpoints
- Landmarks
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
- Panoramas
- Sunset Spots
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Selfie Spots
- Reel-Friendly
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Sustainable
- Eco-Friendly
- Low Impact
- Protected Area
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Leave-No-Trace Critical
- Locally Managed
- Wildlife Habitat
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Mindfulness
- Meditation Spot
- Spiritual / Energy Spot
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- Nature Escape
- Roadtrip Stop
- Day Trip
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly
