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Norske Hus – The Romantic Cottage of Liselund

Norske Hus is a unique 18th-century thatched cottage in Liselund Park, Møn, epitomizing Danish romanticism and the era’s fascination with picturesque rural retreats.

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Norske Hus, nestled within the enchanting Liselund Park on the island of Møn, is a whimsical thatched-roof cottage that captures 18th-century romantic ideals. With its steep roof and classic Danish design, the cottage was born out of the era’s fascination with idyllic rural retreats, offering visitors a glimpse into the aristocratic escapes and landscape gardening trends that shaped Liselund’s story.

A brief summary to Stensby Møllebæk (Malling's Gorge)

  • 4773, Stensbyvej 54, Stensved, 4773, DK
  • 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 a camera—Norske Hus and Liselund Park are especially photogenic early in the morning or late afternoon.
  • While the cottage itself is rarely open, the park grounds are freely accessible and perfect for a picnic.
  • Combine your visit with a walk to the dramatic cliffs of Møns Klint, located nearby.
  • Parts of the park have uneven paths—comfortable shoes are recommended.
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Getting There

  • Driving

    Approaching Møn by car, travelers will follow main routes towards the eastern part of the island, heading for the area near Liselund Park. There is a designated parking area at the edge of the park, generally free of charge. From the parking lot, it's a short walk along scenic park paths, with signs pointing towards the Liselund estate. Note that spaces can fill up on sunny weekends and during the summer, so early arrival is advised.

  • Public Transport

    Bus services from Vordingborg and Stege provide regular connections to the Møn area. The nearest major stop is in Borre village, which is within a 30–40-minute walk through picturesque countryside to Liselund Park. Standard fares range from 24 to 36 DKK each way, depending on distance. For those preferring less walking, local taxi services are available from Stege or Borre; expect to pay 120–180 DKK for the short drive to Liselund.

  • Walking

    From the center of Borre village, Liselund Park is accessible with a scenic walk of around 30–40 minutes, passing open fields and woodland. Along the route, the dramatic cliffs and treetops serve as markers as you near the edge of the park. The approach becomes particularly atmospheric in spring and autumn, with wildflowers or colored leaves lining the paths.

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At the heart of Liselund Park on Møn, Norske Hus is a picture-perfect relic of Denmark’s Romantic age. This charming whitewashed cottage, crowned with a notably steep thatched roof, stands as an embodiment of 18th-century fantasies of rural simplicity cherished by the aristocracy. Liselund itself was conceived as a fairy-tale retreat for Antoine and Lisa de la Calmette, whose vision for the estate blended English landscape ideals and a cosmopolitan taste for sentimental 'folly' architecture. Norske Hus, built as a guesthouse or retreat for visitors, borrows design cues from traditional Norwegian log houses, a nod to Scandinavia’s shared cultural heritage. Its pointed eaves and rustic charm fit seamlessly within the gentle undulations and meandering paths of Liselund Park. The house is not just an architectural gem but an atmospheric experience—surrounded by groves, little lakes, and exotic plantings, it feels a world apart from the daily life of Danish manor estates. Inside, period furnishings, delicate woodwork, and vistas across the verdant parkland evoke the leisurely pursuits and aesthetic ideals of Liselund's heyday. For modern visitors, Norske Hus forms part of a wider ensemble—including Liselund’s main manor, Chinese Pavilion, and Swiss House—making it a key highlight on walks through the romantic gardens. Today, the house is generally observed from the outside, as its interiors are only occasionally open for special tours or events. The setting, however, is always rewarding, offering tranquility, bird song, and a poetic window into Denmark's historical love affair with landscape and artifice.

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