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Plan your August in North Zealand: Events for the whole family

Don’t miss this in North Zealand this August! While you’re on holiday, make sure you don’t miss these events and activities waiting for you, whether you’re looking for fun things to do with kids or exciting experiences for the whole family.

Folkely Festival i Hundested
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Selected events for August

Folkely Festival in Hundested
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The Summer's Cultural Highlight – Folkely Festival in Hundested

The Folkely Festival in Hundested combines music, art, and inspiring talks, creating three unforgettable days in this charming harbour town. Experience the unique atmosphere where culture and creativity come together across the harbour, town, and green spaces from 20-22. August 2026.
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Louisiana Literature Festival
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Louisiana Literature Festival

The Louisiana Literature Festival is four days of literature on the program. Experience readings, interviews, audio tours, concerts, and performances by Danish and international names at the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art.
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Hundested Sandskulptur Park 2026
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Hundested Sand Sculpture Park - Sand Art

Hundested Sand Sculpture Park invites you again in 2026 to a day filled with impressive artworks, where international artists bring sand to life in unique sculptures.
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For kids

Alpaka hos Gilleleje Labyrinten
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Alpaca Adventure in Gilleleje: Take a Walk with an Alpaca

The Gilleleje Labyrinth is home to four charming alpacas that you can enjoy taking a stroll with.
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Gådejagt i Frederiksværk
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Historic Treasure Hunt in Frederiksværk: Classens Gunpowder

Experience the thrill of solving puzzles, diving into history, and working together in Frederiksværk! The treasure hunt 'Classens Gunpowder' takes you back to 1807 and offers a unique chance to complete a vital historical mission.
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Seaweed safari at Lynæs
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Seaweed safari at Lynæs

If you walk by the Kattegat, there are different species of seaweed, and the area around Hundested and Lynæs by the Isefjord in North Sealand is a good place where there are many species of seaweed.
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Segway in Gilleleje Labyrinten
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Explore the Maze in Gilleleje by Segway

A tour through Gilleleje Labyrinten on a Segway offers an active and different way to explore scenic surroundings. Movement, challenge and play come together in an experience where participants see the maze from a completely new perspective.
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Guided tours

Experience sustainable architecture and community in the an eco-village Dyssekilde in Torup
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Experience sustainable architecture and community in the an eco-village Dyssekilde in Torup

In Torup, you will find the ecological village Dyssekilde, where sustainable building, green solutions, and strong community values shape everyday life. Visitors can explore the village, discover its distinctive architecture, and gain insight into how a modern eco-community develops.
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Markets

Torup Market - Local flavors
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Torup Market - Local flavors

Food and local produce market in a rural setting at a small station in the village of Torup near Hundested in North Zealand.
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Folkekøkken på Esrum Kloster
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Social dining at Esrum Kloster

Join us for social dining in the Møllesalen and enjoy a delightful evening with traditional food at Esrum Kloster and Møllegård.
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Go sailing

Experience Denmark’s Largest Lake, Arresø, with 'M/S Frederikke'
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Experience Denmark’s Largest Lake, Arresø, with 'M/S Frederikke'

Join the tour boat M/S Frederikke for a scenic journey on Denmark’s largest lake, Arresø. An experience that blends stunning nature with fascinating stories.
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The Little Ferry M/F Frederiksborg on The Castle Lake
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The Little Ferry M/F Frederiksborg on The Castle Lake

Go on a delightful mini-cruise on the Castle Lake, with one of North Sealand's most charming tourist attractions, The little Ferry M/F Frederiksborg.
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Boat Tours on Lake Esrum – experience nature from the water
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Boat Tours on Lake Esrum – experience nature from the water

With the little ferry, you can go sailing on the beautiful Esrum Lake, with a view of Fredensborg Castle and castle garden on one shore and Gribskov on the other.
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Sunset Cruise on Lake Arresø with M/S Frederikke
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Sunset Cruise on Lake Arresø with M/S Frederikke

Experience the sunset over Denmark’s largest lake, Arresø. M/S Frederikke invites you on a serene evening cruise, where you can enjoy the tranquil setting and breathtaking views as the sun sets
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Join a Boat Tour with Sailor Songs on Arresø with M/S Frederikke
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Join a Boat Tour with Sailor Songs on Arresø with M/S Frederikke

Step aboard M/S Frederikke for a delightful boat tour on Denmark’s largest lake, Arresø. Enjoy stunning natural surroundings from the water while accordion music and sailor songs create a unique atmosphere.
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