Skelsnæs-pavillionen
A restored 1822 forest pavilion on a lakeside promontory in Naturpark Maribosøerne, offering peaceful picnic shelter amid historic woods and bird‑rich waters.
Skelsnæs-pavillionen is a small 19th‑century lakeside pavilion tucked into Søholt Storskov in Naturpark Maribosøerne near Maribo. Built in 1822 for the Søholt manor, this elegant “Golden Age” retreat now stands open as a tranquil picnic shelter and rest stop for hikers, cyclists and lake‑cruise passengers exploring the forest and bird‑rich shores. Expect peaceful woodland paths, views over the water and a simple, atmospheric shelter with strong historic character.
A brief summary to Skelsnæs-pavillionen
- Søholtvej, Maribo, DK
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 2 hours
- Free
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 3 out of 5
Local tips
- Bring your own food and drinks; Skelsnæs-pavillionen is a picnic shelter with no café or shop on site.
- Wear sturdy shoes, as forest paths and approaches around Søholt Storskov can be uneven or muddy after rain.
- Pack binoculars for spotting waterbirds and birds of prey over the Maribo lakes from the pavilion area.
- If you are sensitive to basic facilities, carry hand sanitizer and tissues in case local toilets lack supplies.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Getting There
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Car from central Maribo
From central Maribo it typically takes around 15–20 minutes to reach the Skelsnæs-pavillionen area by car, using local roads towards Søholt and signed access for Naturpark Maribosøerne. Expect mainly narrow rural roads and limited formal parking close to the forest; at busy times you may need to park slightly further away and walk on forest tracks. There is no entrance fee to visit the pavilion, but factor in standard Danish fuel costs for a return trip of roughly 20–30 km.
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Bicycle from Maribo
Cycling from Maribo town to Skelsnæs-pavillionen generally takes 35–50 minutes each way, depending on your pace. The route combines minor roads with sections along signed nature and manor‑landscape trails around the lakes. Surfaces vary between asphalt and gravel, so touring or hybrid bikes are most comfortable. There is no charge to use the trails, and this option is best in daylight and in the frost‑free season, as some stretches can be muddy or slippery in winter.
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On foot via Søholt Storskov trails
If you are already in the Søholt or Maribo Lakes Nature Park area, you can reach Skelsnæs-pavillionen on foot using marked walking routes through Søholt Storskov. Depending on your starting point, allow 30–90 minutes of walking each way on mostly level forest paths with occasional roots and wet patches. Good footwear is essential, especially after rain. Access to the trails and pavilion is free, but conditions can be seasonal, with softer ground in spring and autumn and possible ice or snow in winter.
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Boat excursions on Maribo lakes
In the warmer months, some organised boat trips on the Maribo lakes include a short stop at Skelsnæs as part of a circular cruise from Maribo. These outings usually last 1.5–2.5 hours in total, with only a brief time ashore at the pavilion. Tickets are typically in the range of 100–200 DKK per adult, with discounts for children, and must be bought in advance or at the departure point in Maribo. Sailings are weather‑dependent and may be less frequent outside the main summer season.
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Golden Age retreat at the edge of the forest
Skelsnæs-pavillionen is a small but characterful pavilion set on a wooded promontory reaching into the Maribo Lakes, part of the protected Naturpark Maribosøerne on Lolland. Built in 1822 as a pleasure pavilion for the nearby Søholt manor, it belongs to Denmark’s so‑called Golden Age, when country estates dotted their grounds with romantic viewpoints and intimate garden buildings. Today it feels quietly timeless: a whitewashed structure tucked between old trees, with the water glinting just beyond the clearing. The pavilion has been carefully restored, including a thorough renovation in the 1990s and renewed roof ridge and freshly lime‑washed walls in 2013. Its simple, symmetrical form and modest decorative details reflect the restrained elegance of the period rather than grand palace architecture. Arriving through the forest, the building appears almost suddenly, like a small stage set amid the greenery.Forest, lakes and traces of deep history
Around the pavilion stretches Søholt Storskov, a historic woodland traversed by waymarked walking and cycling routes that form part of the wider Maribo Lakes Nature Park. The forest floor undulates gently, and between beech and other deciduous trees you encounter clearings, mossy hollows and filtered views towards the water. Birdsong is constant, and in quieter moments you may hear the distant cry of birds of prey that hunt above the lakes. Hidden under the canopy are dozens of ancient burial mounds from the Bronze Age, especially along the route leading towards Skelsnæs. Groups of low, rounded barrows on small ridges remind you that people have moved through this landscape for thousands of years. The combination of manor‑age landscape design, working farmland beyond the trees and prehistoric sites gives the area an unusually layered sense of time.Picnic shelter and pause on lake excursions
Skelsnæs-pavillionen is open for visitors as a simple excursion spot and “packed‑lunch house”. Inside you find basic shelter from wind or showers and space to lay out a picnic, while just outside there is room to sit on benches or the grass and look towards the reeds and lake surface. There are no commercial services here, so food and drinks need to be brought along. The pavilion also serves as a short stop for some guided boat trips on the Maribo lakes, which combine quiet sailing among islets and reedbeds with brief visits ashore at Skelsnæs and nearby islands. For walkers and cyclists following local routes, it is a natural place to break the journey, refill water bottles if you have your own supply, and simply enjoy the stillness. Basic toilet facilities are sometimes available in the area, but visitors should be prepared for simple conditions.Atmosphere through the seasons
In spring and summer the approach through Søholt Storskov is lush and bright, with fresh leaves forming a high green ceiling and sunlight flickering on the water by the pavilion. The lakes are alive with grebes, swans, ducks and herons, and the air hums with insects along the shore. On warm days it is an inviting, shady retreat away from busier parts of the nature park. Autumn brings richer colours as the forest shifts to copper and gold, and the whitewashed pavilion stands out clearly against the darker trunks and reeds. On cooler but clear winter days, when branches are bare and frost may fringe the ground, the views open up and the lakes feel wider and more dramatic. The pavilion itself offers modest protection from wind or sleet, making it a useful landmark for those who enjoy off‑season walks.Who will enjoy Skelsnæs-pavillionen
This is not a grand attraction with exhibitions and facilities, but a quiet waypoint best suited to travellers who appreciate landscape, history and simple pleasures. It works particularly well as part of a longer walk in Søholt Storskov, a cycling loop around the Maribo lakes, or a nature‑focused boat trip from Maribo town. Families, couples and solo walkers looking for a peaceful picnic spot in characteristic Danish lake scenery will find the pavilion rewarding. With level forest paths and gentle gradients on main routes, the area can be manageable for a wide range of ages and fitness levels, though surfaces may be uneven in places. For photographers and those interested in cultural landscapes, Skelsnæs-pavillionen offers a compact but atmospheric glimpse into the meeting of manor culture, protected nature and deep past.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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