Tidselkorridoren
A winding botanical art corridor celebrating Samsø's wildflowers and native plants.
Tidselkorridoren is a botanical art installation on Samsø island in Denmark, created by local artist Lotte Buur. This immersive green experience features a winding pathway lined with thistles, wildflowers, and native plants that descends from the countryside toward the coast. The project transforms a simple rural path into an artistic journey celebrating the island's natural flora and the beauty of its landscape.
A brief summary to Tidselkorridoren
- Nørreskiftevej 27 +, Samsø Municipality, 8305, DK
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 1 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
- Visit during late spring or summer (May–August) when wildflowers are in full bloom and insect activity is highest for the most vibrant experience.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for rural paths and bring a camera or sketchbook to capture the seasonal details and changing light.
- Allow 30–45 minutes for an unhurried walk, pausing to observe plants, insects, and views toward the water at the path's end.
- Combine your visit with a bicycle tour of Samsø's countryside or a meal at a nearby café in Ballen village to extend your experience.
- Respect the plants and wildlife; stay on the path and avoid picking flowers or disturbing nesting birds during breeding season.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Trash Bins
Getting There
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Ferry + Bicycle
From Aarhus or Odder on Jutland, take the ferry to Samsø (approximately 1 hour crossing). Ferries operate multiple times daily. Upon arrival at Ballen or Sælvig ferry terminal, rent a bicycle locally (available at rental shops near terminals and throughout the island). Cycle to Nørreskiftevej near Ballen (approximately 3–5 km depending on ferry arrival point). Cost: ferry approximately 150–200 DKK per person return; bicycle rental approximately 50–100 DKK per day.
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Ferry + Car
Drive to Aarhus or Odder ferry port and take the vehicle ferry to Samsø (approximately 1 hour crossing). Ferries operate multiple times daily and accommodate cars. Drive from Ballen or Sælvig ferry terminal to Nørreskiftevej (approximately 5–10 km, 10–15 minutes). Parking available near the pathway entrance. Cost: ferry approximately 300–400 DKK per car return plus 150–200 DKK per passenger; fuel costs additional.
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Ferry + Bus
Take the ferry from Aarhus or Odder to Samsø (approximately 1 hour). Use the island's local bus service, which operates routes connecting ferry terminals to villages including stops near Ballen and Nørreskiftevej. Bus service runs several times daily with reduced frequency on weekends. Cost: ferry approximately 150–200 DKK per person return; bus ticket approximately 20–40 DKK per journey.
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Ferry + Taxi
Take the ferry from Aarhus or Odder to Samsø (approximately 1 hour). Arrange a taxi from the ferry terminal to Nørreskiftevej (approximately 5–10 km, 10–15 minutes). Taxis available at terminals or pre-book through accommodation providers. Cost: ferry approximately 150–200 DKK per person return; taxi approximately 150–250 DKK depending on exact pickup and destination.
Tidselkorridoren location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Clear Skies
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Mild Temperatures
Discover more about Tidselkorridoren
A Living Canvas of Botanical Art
Tidselkorridoren is a plant-based art project that reimagines a rural pathway on Samsø as an immersive artistic experience. Created by Samsø-born artist Lotte Buur, the installation celebrates the island's natural vegetation and transforms an ordinary walking route into a carefully curated botanical journey. The corridor stretches from the road down toward the water, inviting visitors to slow down and engage with the landscape in a contemplative way.Flora and Seasonal Transformation
The corridor is defined by its abundance of thistles—the project's namesake—alongside wildflowers, ditch-edge blooms, and native plants that thrive in the Danish countryside. The composition changes throughout the seasons, creating different visual and sensory experiences depending on when you visit. Spring brings fresh growth and emerging flowers, summer showcases vibrant blooms and insect activity, autumn offers golden tones and seed heads, and winter reveals the structural beauty of dried plants and bare branches. This seasonal variation makes each visit unique and encourages repeat exploration.Artistic Vision and Community Connection
Buur's work reflects a deep connection to Samsø's rural character and environmental identity. Rather than imposing external aesthetics, the artist worked with the existing landscape, enhancing and framing what was already there. The project demonstrates how art can emerge from and celebrate local ecology, inviting visitors to appreciate the overlooked beauty of hedgerows, field margins, and native wildflowers. The installation has become an integral part of Samsø's cultural landscape, attracting visitors interested in contemporary art, nature, and sustainable tourism.The Walking Experience
The pathway itself is integral to the artwork. Visitors walk through the corridor at their own pace, surrounded by plants and insects, with views opening toward the water as they descend. The winding route creates moments of discovery and changing perspectives, encouraging mindful observation. The experience is free and accessible year-round, making it an inclusive cultural offering that requires no special equipment or advance booking. The simplicity of the concept—a decorated path through nature—belies its effectiveness as both art and meditative experience.Integration with Samsø's Landscape
Tidselkorridoren sits within Samsø's broader commitment to environmental sustainability and cultural tourism. The island has positioned itself as a destination for conscious travelers seeking authentic experiences and ecological awareness. This art project complements other attractions and activities on Samsø, from cycling routes to nature reserves, contributing to the island's identity as a place where art, nature, and community intersect. The project also supports local tourism without requiring infrastructure development or environmental disruption.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Ballen Strandpark - Ferielejligheder og feriehus
1.3 km
Experience coastal bliss at Ballen Strandpark on Samsø: stunning sea views, direct beach access, and charming apartments near Ballen harbor, perfect for a relaxing island getaway.
The small Summer Hotel
1.8 km
Experience authentic Danish seaside charm at The Small Summer Hotel in Ballen, Samsø, offering cozy accommodations and a perfect base for exploring the island's natural beauty and vibrant culture.
Samsø Sogn
4.9 km
A modest whitewashed parish in Tranebjerg where Samsø’s island history, everyday rituals and quiet faith meet along bustling Langgade.
Hotel Vadstrup1771
6.3 km
Experience the tranquil charm of Hotel Vadstrup1771, a perfect retreat in the heart of Samsø, blending comfort with local culinary delights.
Ilsemade Helligkilde
7.9 km
A Bronze Age sacred spring where fresh water flows from an ancient hollow oak, connecting modern visitors to 3,000 years of spiritual tradition.
The Kanhave Canal
12.1 km
A 1,300-year-old Viking shortcut carved across an island to control Denmark's seas.
Restaurant Mårup Havn
16.3 km
Experience fresh, locally sourced seafood with stunning harbor views at Restaurant Mårup Havn, a culinary gem on the scenic island of Samsø, Denmark.
Oasen Samsø
17.9 km
Discover tranquility and island charm at Oasen Samsø, a unique retreat offering comfortable accommodations, natural beauty, and a rich cultural experience on Denmark's sustainable island.
Mindesten - Morten Madsen
20.2 km
A modest memorial stone set in Samsø’s quiet countryside, offering a brief, reflective pause amid open fields, island sky and centuries of local history.
Landmarket Horsedalen
22.5 km
Rare flora and exceptional light in a protected Danish valley.
Befrielsessten i Kallerup
27.0 km
A solemn Danish liberation memorial honoring the end of Nazi occupation in May 1945.
Danhostel Kalundborg
30.5 km
Experience the vibrant heart of Helsingborg at Sundstorget, where culture, dining, and shopping converge in a picturesque square.
Our Lady Church
30.7 km
A medieval masterpiece with five towers symbolizing the Heavenly Jerusalem—architecturally unique and spiritually profound.
The eltest city hall
30.8 km
A modest medieval town hall in Kalundborg’s Højbyen, where centuries of local power, trade and everyday life still echo in cobbled streets and weathered walls.
Kalundborg Slot
31.0 km
An invisible castle at the centre of Kalundborg, where streets, stories and subtle traces reveal the outline of a vanished medieval stronghold.
Unmissable attractions to see
Dansebjerg
2.5 km
Creative hilltop retreat on Samsø with wide Kattegat views, flexible communal spaces and a calm, homely atmosphere made for groups, workshops and slow island days.
Strandlyst - Hotel
3.0 km
Intimate Nordic island hideaway with design-led rooms, seasonal dining and a tranquil pool garden near Ballen on Samsø’s gentle coastline.
Brundby Stubmølle
3.0 km
One of Denmark’s oldest post mills, Brundby Stubmølle pairs centuries-old milling history with wide Samsø views from a peaceful hill just above the village.
Festivalpladsen
3.6 km
Open-air festival grounds at the edge of forest and fields, where quiet island scenery transforms into a cozy Danish music celebration each summer.
Falkecenter Samsø ApS
4.2 km
High‑speed falcons, soaring eagles and silent owls in a one‑hour open‑air show that brings the ancient art of falconry to life on the island of Samsø.
Samsø Island Distillery
4.6 km
Craft spirits infused with island heritage—where juniper, potatoes, and orange ants tell Samsø's story.
Samsø Museum
4.8 km
Distributed cultural museum exploring 16,000 years of Samsø's landscape, heritage, and human connection to nature.
Vesborg Fyr
6.4 km
Historic lighthouse on Samsø’s southwestern tip, blending medieval ramparts, sweeping sea views and classic Danish coastal atmosphere in one compact headland.
Husmandsstedet Fredensdal
6.8 km
An intimate Samsø smallholder’s farm where thatched roofs, animals and kitchen gardens bring Denmark’s rural past to life in a single charming homestead.
Stakladen Besser
6.9 km
A rustic island barn transformed into a light-filled gallery, with weekly changing art and craft exhibitions in the heart of Besser on Samsø.
Samsø Egnsarkiv
7.0 km
Samsø's historical archive preserving centuries of island records and family heritage.
Besser Udsigtstårn
7.0 km
A modest island lookout tower on the ruins of an old mill, offering wide Samsø panoramas, quiet rural atmosphere and glimpses of distant Kalundborg on clear days.
The Morgan Garage
7.2 km
A tiny village workshop turned Morgan treasure-trove, blending hand-built British sports cars, quirky automobilia and Samsø’s quietly green island backdrop.
Samsø Badehotel
7.4 km
Luxury seaside retreat blending Danish bathhouse tradition with contemporary comfort and celebrated cuisine.
Samsø Badehotel Ilse Made
7.4 km
Nordic luxury meets coastal serenity on Samsø's quietest shore, where exceptional food and genuine hospitality define every moment.
Essential places to dine
Don Juan Restaurant & Pizzaria
1.7 km
Relaxed Italian comfort food and takeaway favourite in Tranebjerg, serving stone‑baked pizzas, pastas, meat and fish dishes after long Samsø days outdoors.
Molevitten
1.7 km
Lively Samsø hangout in Ballen mixing local-produce dinners, a friendly bar and live music, where islanders and visitors share long evenings by the harbour.
Restaurant Skipperly I/S
1.7 km
Island harbor dining where local ingredients and Nordic tradition meet genuine warmth and refined technique.
Ballen Badehotel
1.7 km
Classic Danish seaside hotel on Samsø, blending nostalgic bath-hotel charm, local gastronomy and harbor life just steps from the marina and beach.
I Haven Bistro
1.8 km
Cosy Samsø bistro in Ballen’s holiday heart, serving relaxed, seasonal comfort food a short stroll from the harbour and sandy beaches.
Røgeriet
1.8 km
Harbourside smokehouse on Samsø serving freshly smoked fish and Danish seafood classics with local island produce and wide views over Ballen’s lively marina.
Pizzeria Maya
1.8 km
Cozy island pizzeria in Ballen serving creative stone‑baked pizzas, pastas and wine in a relaxed, harbor‑side setting on Denmark’s vegetable‑rich Samsø.
Ballen Fisk
1.8 km
Relaxed harborfront fish shop and seafood eatery on Samsø, serving fresh catch, smoked specialties and classic Danish fish dishes beside Ballen Harbour.
Restaurant Dokken
1.9 km
Harbourfront restaurant in Ballen blending Samsø’s maritime shipyard heritage, local Danish classics and lively summer terrace vibes right on the water’s edge.
Samsø Værftet
1.9 km
Easy-going wharfside restaurant, coffee bar and cocktail hangout on Ballen’s harbourfront, blending seaside leisure, local flavour and Samsø’s laid-back island energy.
Den Gamle Butik
1.9 km
Cozy harbor dining with award-winning local beef, island potatoes, and an exceptional wine cellar on Samsø.
rumogrooms.dk - Hotel og Madhus Rumogrooms
2.7 km
Bright Nordic rooms and a seasonal madhus in a quiet Samsø village, blending minimalist design, local flavours and island calm in an intimate hotel setting.
Syv Ni 13 på Strandlyst
3.0 km
Seasonal social dining in a Nordic seaside hotel, where Samsø’s vegetables, local seafood and thoughtful pairings shape an intimate island evening.
ØbyUS
3.7 km
A cozy Samsø farmhouse café and design shop where slow coffee, local flavors and Nordic interiors come together in the tiny village of Permelille.
Den Gule Parasol
4.6 km
Sunny, laid-back café-restaurant in Tranebjerg serving tapas, sandwiches and coffee, perfect for a relaxed lunch stop amid Samsø’s village life.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Svane
1.7 km
A calm, Scandinavian-style multibrand boutique in Ballen, where curated fashion and cozy homewares meet Samsø’s laid-back harbour atmosphere.
Red Cross Op Shop
1.8 km
Cozy island thrift store on Samsø where secondhand finds, local volunteers and a quiet sense of purpose turn everyday shopping into low-key, sustainable giving.
Eskehus Samsø
2.7 km
Island design boutique and gallery on Samsø, blending BY BJORKSTRAND fashion, sustainable interiors, ceramics and botanical art in a charming village house.
MoltkeDesign
2.7 km
Design-forward village boutique and intimate three-room B&B in Brundby, blending Scandinavian style, local art and relaxed Samsø island living under one roof.
Huge Market on the island
2.8 km
A cavernous Samsø flea and antique market where vintage furniture, island curios and second-hand treasures gather under one relaxed, rummage-friendly roof.
Samsø Gårdbutik Svanegården
3.7 km
Historic farm shop in converted barns showcasing Danish wool textiles, outdoor wear, and island crafts since 1876.
DanChurchSocial Op Shop
4.4 km
Cosy Samsø charity op shop where island life, reuse and social responsibility meet in a volunteer-run treasure trove of second-hand finds.
Hobbyboden Scrapworld – Din onlline hobby butik indenfor scrapbooking, kort og mixed media
4.4 km
A cozy island outlet of a major Danish scrapbooking webshop, packed with papers, stamps and mixed-media supplies for creative travelers on Samsø.
SuperBrugsen
4.5 km
The practical heart of Tranebjerg and Samsø’s go-to supermarket for fresh local produce, Danish staples, and everyday essentials throughout your island stay.
Ny Form Samsø
4.5 km
Sporty, island-ready clothing and gear for all ages, keeping you comfortable in Samsø’s breezy coastal weather from village streets to windswept beaches.
Buur - Items & Clothing - Coffee
4.5 km
A cosy Samsø hybrid of Scandinavian fashion, design objects and aromatic coffee, Buur turns a simple village storefront into an inviting island living room.
Imerco
4.6 km
Scandinavia's trusted home goods destination bringing quality kitchenware, tableware, and interior design to Denmark's charming island.
El-Salg Bissø ApS
4.7 km
Island electronics expertise with white goods, appliances, and personal tech backed by professional service.
Tøjhuset
4.7 km
Cosy Samsø clothing boutique offering friendly, personal service and a practical yet stylish mix of clothes, shoes and accessories in Tranebjerg’s main street.
Samsø Grej
4.7 km
Compact island hunting and fishing shop in Tranebjerg, ideal for gearing up and getting local advice before exploring Samsø’s coasts and countryside.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Vinkapellet Samsø
2.9 km
Cosy island wine bar in Brundby specialising in organic, biodynamic and natural wines, where intimate surroundings and slow Samsø evenings invite lingering conversations.
rullen
3.6 km
Casual festival bar in the heart of Samsø Festival, where cold drinks, sea air and relaxed island vibes create a warm pause between concerts.
Garagen
3.7 km
Laid-back island bar in the woods of Strandskoven, blending rustic charm, simple drinks and live music with the easy coastal rhythm of Samsø.
Ræven
4.9 km
Rural Samsø bar and eatery with relaxed island vibes, simple hearty fare, and late-week pub energy in a low-key farmhouse-style setting.
Samsø Bryghus
19.1 km
Organic farm brewery and countryside café on Samsø, serving house beers and field‑fresh dishes in a relaxed courtyard of converted farm buildings.
Kalundborg Jazzclub
31.0 km
Intimate volunteer-run blues and jazz club in central Kalundborg, keeping a 1960s live music legacy alive with close-up concerts and warm community spirit.
Cafe Lillebælt
31.1 km
Cozy Kalundborg café-bar blending everyday Danish hygge, simple comfort food and drinks, and a neighborhood atmosphere a short stroll from the harbor.
Kontoret
31.1 km
Kalundborg's inclusive waterfront bar where locals and visitors gather for drinks, food, and genuine social connection.
King's Pub
31.1 km
Traditional small-town pub on Kalundborg’s main street, serving straightforward drinks, local character and unpretentious evening atmosphere.
Slotskældergården
31.4 km
Unpretentious Danish bar on Kalundborg’s main street, offering cold beer, warm light and a glimpse of everyday local life along Kordilgade.
Shooters
31.5 km
Kalundborg’s lively bar and disco club serving up music, drinks, and authentic small-town Danish nightlife on weekends.
Next Door Pool Bar
31.5 km
Casual pool and sports bar on Kalundborg’s Kordilgade, mixing easygoing drinks, live games on screen and friendly competition around the pool tables.
Delfinen Bodega
40.7 km
Unpolished village pub in rural Eskebjerg, where cold beers, card games, and casual conversation capture the essence of classic Danish bodega culture.
Umage Ølbar
43.8 km
Craft beer bar in Ebeltoft with 14 taps, 50+ bottled beers, and comfort food.
Stockfleths Østers & Bobbelbar
43.8 km
Former oyster and bubbles bar on Ebeltoft’s old fishing harbour, where luxury shellfish, sparkling wine and maritime history came together in a relaxed coastal setting.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Tranquil
- Scenic
- Unique
- Nature Escape
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Bohemian Styles
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Art & Design
- Parks & Gardens
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Scenic
- Panoramas
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Aesthetic Corners
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Eco-Friendly
- Low Impact
- Nature Reserve
- Leave-No-Trace Critical
- Locally Managed
- Wildlife Habitat
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Mindfulness
- Meditation Spot
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Nature Escape
- Day Trip
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Senior Friendly