Tinghule: The Whispering Hollow of Mols Bjerge
Ancient meeting place and natural amphitheatre nestled in the heart of Mols Bjerge, Tinghule blends striking glacial geology with echoes of Denmark’s mythic past.
Tinghule is a striking natural depression hidden in the wild folds of Mols Bjerge National Park, near Knebel. This enigmatic glacial hollow, shrouded in myth, has long been a meeting place—a natural amphitheatre where ancient assemblies once gathered, echoing with the stories of Denmark’s distant past. Today, visitors are drawn to its tranquil, almost mystical atmosphere and the sweeping views of rolling hills and meadows that frame the hollow.
A brief summary to Jutland's Automobile Museum
- Skovvejen 13B, Gjern, 8883, DK
- +4521372582
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-4 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-4 pm
- Thursday 10 am-4 pm
- Friday 10 am-4 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4 pm
- Sunday 10 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning for the best chance of solitude and to see mist hovering in the hollow.
- Bring sturdy hiking boots—the approach is on uneven, natural trails and can be slippery after rain.
- No facilities or signposts are available, so download a map to help orient yourself before visiting.
- Keep an eye out for wildlife—roe deer and rabbits are commonly spotted near dusk or dawn.
Getting There
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Walking
From the main visitor hub at Mols Bjerge, follow the undulating network of nature trails eastwards, passing patches of juniper woodland and sweeping open fields. Tinghule lies beyond a series of gentle rises typical of the park's glacial terrain and is recognizable by its distinctive bowl shape nestled amid the hills. The walk typically takes 20 to 30 minutes from the nearest central parking area. There is no admission fee or parking charge in the vicinity, but sturdy footwear is essential due to uneven, occasionally muddy paths.
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Taxi
Taxis from the nearest village center or the main entrance to Mols Bjerge National Park provide a quick and comfortable route. It’s a brief ride of 5 to 10 minutes, generally costing DKK 80–120. Drop-off is closest at a small layby near the main access trail, with only a short walk remaining to reach the edge of the hollow.
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Cycling
Cycling is popular in Mols Bjerge's open landscape. From the main park area, ride along the primary gravel paths toward the eastern hills; parking your bike at the edge of the open heathland lets you proceed on foot for the final stretch. Secure, official bike racks are scarce, so lock bikes to a fence post or tree well out of the main hiking route. There is no cost for cycling or bike parking within the park.
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