Nature and Greenery in Denmark
The lush nature and greenery of Denmark is world-renowned. There are so many countless options for being in the midst of nature. Drive along the Marguerite Route that takes you through the most stunning natural views of Denmark. There are many places in Denmark to hike along the coast, or go fossil hunting along the plentiful hillsides. Mushroom hunting is also popular, along with exploring quarries and caves in Jutland’s limestone park. Get onboard with a tour for seal and porpoise watching along the coast of Denmark, or watch as people hunt for amber along the rich shores. Along with gardens and parks, Denmark is a treasure of nature.
By all means, get to Botanisk Have, or the Botanical Gardens between Gothersgade and Solvgade. They were founded in 1874 and offer some of the most peaceful and beautiful sights in all of Copenhagen. Explore rock gardens, trees, Dutch medicinal plants, the Palm House, the Botanical Museum and observatory.
If you’re looking for rich history visit the Kongens Have, the oldest park in all of Denmark founded by Christian IV along side the Rosenborg Castle of 1634. It was originally a Renaissance garden, but then was influenced by the Baroque movement of the 18th century, and took a more English turn in the 19th century. It’s full of lavish sculpture, including one of the famous Dane Hans Christian Andersen, who found inspiration for his fairytales in the garden.
No exploration of Danish nature and amusement would be complete without the famous Tivoli Gardens of Copenhagen. The oldest amusement park in the world, the garden started in 1843. It was built around the exotic style of the Orient, including theater, cafés, flower gardens and amusement rides like a scenic railway and merry-go-round. And there are colored lamps illuminating the gardens at night, along with occasional fireworks over the lake.