Best Attractions near Rytterstatue af Christian IX

Simple forest shelters, campfires and quiet clearings on the edge of Slagelse’s former military training grounds, ideal for low-key picnics and nights under the trees.

A powerful museum inside the former Andersvænge institution, tracing Denmark’s stark history of disability care from segregation and control to rights and inclusion.

Experience Denmark's largest organic vineyard with award-winning wines and scenic tours in Karrebæksminde.

Urban woodland and open grassland on Slagelse’s northeastern edge, Naturpark Skovsø is an easy, everyday escape into trees, paths and fresh air.

A thousand-year-old Viking ring fortress where Harald Bluetooth’s warriors, longhouses and legends still shape the windswept fields of West Zealand.

A colourful circus village in Slagelse where live shows, gentle rides and playful tents turn Circus Arena’s home base into a relaxed, all-day playground for families.

Experience the flavors of Danish wine culture at Vesterhave Vingård—coastal vineyard tastings, local treats, and artisan hospitality near Karrebæksminde.

A three-hectare open-air playground where traditional Nordic games, Viking-inspired challenges and low-tech fun turn West Zealand’s fields into one huge shared game board.

A modest 1881 granite tribute in a rural memorial grove, linking Frederik VII’s constitutional legacy with the quiet landscapes of West Zealand.

Ancient oak named for local matriarch Mor Magda, a roadside emblem of Danish rural lore and natural endurance between Slagelse and Sorø.

A gently shelving sandy beach near Slagelse, where shallow waters, fine sand and wide sunsets create a relaxed slice of Danish west-coast seaside life.

Step into a 19th‑century village bakehouse where more than 500 tools, ovens and bread wagons tell the fragrant story of Danish baking in rural Zealand.

Scandinavia’s largest Eastern Bloc Cold War collection, where tanks, helicopters and hands-on adventure turn quiet Danish countryside into a living history playground.

Harbor‑side stronghold where a medieval tower, star‑style ramparts and historic warehouses tell the story of Denmark’s Great Belt crossing in one compact ensemble.

Rødvig Beach is a tranquil, family-friendly South Zealand beach famed for fossils, wild cliffs, and its close connection to UNESCO-listed Stevns Klint.

Zealand’s last wilderness: a vast lowland of bogs, lakes and forests where rare wildlife, ancient rituals and Viking power echo across the mists of Åmosen.

Seaside Renaissance manor on Zealand where noble history, coastal parkland and Hans Christian Andersen’s fairytale Denmark quietly come together.

Step into 14th-century Denmark at Middelaldercentret, an immersive open-air museum in Nykøbing Falster.

Group shelter on Denmark's longest nature trail, blending railway heritage with modern outdoor recreation.

Denmark's village heart: where community gathers, traditions thrive, and neighbors become family.

Denmark’s largest island, where Copenhagen’s energy meets royal castles, fjords, forests and gentle Baltic shores in an easy-to-explore Scandinavian crossroads.

Certified hot air balloon specialists in Ringsted offering serene flights over Zealand’s fields, forests and lakes in the calm light of sunrise and sunset.

A wind-swept, protected island in the Great Belt where rare wildlife, medieval fortifications, social history and the Great Belt Bridge converge on one dramatic stage.

Quiet medieval church ruins on a low hill outside Næstved, where low stone walls, old graves and wide rural views evoke centuries of village life and worship.

Denmark’s largest organic vineyard by the sea, where Baltic breezes, northern light and 25,000 vines combine to produce award‑winning wines on South Zealand.

Light-filled beech forest with fjord views, ancient burial mounds and a historic hilltop, offering a calm, low-key nature escape just outside Næstved.

Riverside tranquility along the Suså, where Danish heritage meets natural woodland.

Ancient raised bog, Stone Age archaeology and quiet wildlife trails meet in this restored wetland wilderness on Zealand, where peat, glass and nature share the same story.

Små historiske broer, stille Suså-vand og grønt ådalslandskab gør Herlufsholm broerne til et roligt, lokalt åndehul i udkanten af Næstved.

Protected Danish woodland sanctuary with riverside trails and 460 years of educational heritage.

Borgnakke Skov: A serene Næstved woodland blending ancient oak trees, rich biodiversity, and tranquil walking trails—an essential outdoor escape in southern Zealand.

Stemningsfuldt landbrugsmuseum i en gammel tyrestald, hvor redskaber, værksteder og hverdagsgenstande fortæller levende om livet på landet omkring 1900.

Quietly honoring Danish statesman Ove Rode, this hilltop memorial offers reflective space and panoramic views in the heart of historic Kalundborg.

Intimate rural museum preserving Danish agricultural heritage within a restored historic barn.

Low-lying coastal meadows on Røsnæs where ice-age geology, bird‑rich wetlands and quiet grazing land create a gentle, contemplative pause on the Røsnæs Round trail.

A simple campfire spot on the edge of Næstved Flyveplads, where open skies, quiet fields and a crackling fire create a relaxed slice of Danish outdoor life.

Tranquil riverside meadows and woodland paths just behind Næstved’s town buildings, offering easy walks, open lawns and calm Suså River views steps from the centre.

A small 1817 hospital turned medical time capsule, showcasing instruments, stories and healing plants that trace the evolution of healthcare in Næstved and beyond.

Step into 3,400 m² of classic cars, two‑wheelers and 1950s shopfronts at Næstved’s nostalgic automobile museum on the edge of South Zealand.

A living glassworks museum where towering walls of Holmegaard glass, Nordic ceramics treasures and a working hotshop keep two centuries of Danish design glowing.

Compact town museum in historic Næstved, tracing South Zealand’s journey from archaeological finds and medieval streets to Holmegaard glass and modern everyday life.

Medieval merchants’ stalls reborn as an intimate showcase of Kähler ceramics, Holmegaard glass and South Zealand craftsmanship in the heart of old Næstved.

Regional museum in Næstved’s historic heart, weaving archaeology, medieval town life and design heritage into an accessible story of South-East Zealand.

A life-size bronze musician bringing a moment of quiet poetry to Næstved’s busy Købmagergade, where everyday city life meets intimate public art.

Historic cavalry barracks turned vibrant cultural village with concert halls, theatre, galleries and a family‑friendly atmosphere in the heart of Næstved.

A modest granite liberation stone in Næstved’s former cavalry barracks, framed by cannons and culture, quietly honouring Denmark’s freedom in 1945.

Experience Danish heritage and contemporary art amid tranquil parkland at Rønnebæksholm, Næstved’s historic manor turned vibrant cultural hub.

A modest memorial stone on Næstved’s edge, Slagkilden turns a former spring and a golden wedding in 1864 into a quiet pause of history in the greenery.

A modest town-centre memorial where Næstved quietly honours its fallen soldiers from the wars of 1848–50 and 1864 amid a pocket of greenery off Østergade.

Explore Borgnakke Skov: A historic Danish forest with panoramic fjord views and ancient burial mounds.

Explore the documentary heart of Næstved, where municipal records, local stories and digital archives preserve centuries of South Zealand’s everyday history.

Slow, scenic cruises from Næstved Harbour through canal and fjord to the coast, blending classic Danish boat charm with relaxed waterfront views and dining.

Næstved’s former barracks transformed into a dynamic cultural center, hosting concerts, exhibitions, festivals, and community events in historic surroundings.

Historic military barracks turned bustling cultural center, Grønnegades Kaserne Kulturcenter is Næstved’s hub for arts, music, theater, and creative events all year round.

Rococo castle, flower-filled island gardens and Scandinavia’s largest private art collection, all wrapped into a relaxed day out near Næstved.

Romantic rococo castle on the Island of Flowers, where art-filled halls, tulip gardens, chapel and treetop adventures share a historic Danish estate.

Historic lighthouse, rare “knaldfyr” signal beacon and protected coastal landscape combine at Knudshoved Fyr, where big skies and maritime heritage meet the Great Belt.

Step back in time at Dragør Havn, a charming Danish harbour boasting rich maritime heritage, picturesque streets, fresh seafood, and bustling local life.

Slow, scenic cruises on a cosy canal boat from Næstved Harbour, combining gentle river views with relaxed café-style dining on the water.

A sheltered coastal lake on the Knudshoved peninsula, where salt meadows, open skies and rich birdlife create a quietly beautiful nature escape just outside Nyborg.

Historic manor meets contemporary art in a tranquil 230-hectare estate just beyond Næstved's edge.

A small sunlit square on Kalundborg’s main street, Solskinspladsen swaps a vanished town house for cobbles, daylight and an easy pause between shops and hillside.

Historic red water tower crowning Kalundborg’s former mill hill, offering green parkland and sweeping views over the medieval town and Kalundborg Fjord.

A life‑size bronze bust of statesman Ove Rode crowns Kalundborg’s Møllebakketrappen, blending political memory, pocket‑park calm and sweeping views over town and harbour.

Experience Denmark’s maritime heritage at Dragør Havn, where colorful historic cottages and a lively fishing harbor offer authentic coastal charm near Copenhagen.

Historic post house turned modern event hub, Postgaarden is Kalundborg’s go-to address for comedy, concerts and celebrations on lively Kordilgade.