Guldborgsund Municipality has 274 kilometres of coastline. In addition, there are 21 beaches with bathing water profiles and more than 500 kilometres of open public waterways. The coast and waterways offer opportunities for fishing, including sea trout and grey mullet. Local conditions and rules may vary; check bathing conditions on site. Here, you can experience water in different settings: as a coastal landscape, a beach and a fishing spot.
Wetlands, Birds and Trails
The Bøtø Nor Bird Sanctuary is a protected wetland with meadows, reed beds and small lakes. It is ideal for spotting waders, geese, ducks, birds of prey and cranes. There are two birdwatching towers at Bøtø Nor overlooking the area, and an observation hide at Bøtø Enge.
The approximately 15-kilometre-long “Spor Bøtø Nor” walking trail leads into the wetland and can be accessed from five different car parks. Its length and several access points give you useful information when planning a walk in nature.
Skejten reveals a different side of the landscape: this flat, rugged natural area has never been farmed and is home to rare animal and plant species, large glacial erratic boulders and thick, old oak trees. The Fuglsang and Skejten walking trail runs along uneven, often wet paths and simple bridges over streams that flow through the area and into the Guldborgsund. If you plan to take this route, bear its described terrain in mind.
The 44-kilometre Sundruten cycle route offers a different perspective. This scenic route circles the Guldborgsund through forests and estate landscapes. Compared with the approximately 15-kilometre Spor Bøtø Nor walking trail, there are two different activities and distances to choose from: a walk into the wetland or a cycling route around the sound.
The Middle Ages, Museums and Culture
At the Middelaldercentret, you can encounter the reconstructed 15th-century Danish town of Sundkøbing. Medieval crafts and merchants are part of the experience centre, along with knights’ tournaments and demonstrations of medieval weapons. The focus is on a recreated town and its activities, not just individual exhibits.
Nykøbing Falster also brings together several cultural discoveries. The “I Dronning Sophies Fodspor” walking tour takes you through the city’s historic streets. Museum Obscurum is about a ten-minute walk from Nykøbing Falster railway station. If you are travelling by train, check the timetable for your travel date.
Den gamle Købmandshandel in Nykøbing F. is a living museum built around the authentic furnishings and stock of the Skottemarke Købmandshandel, which closed in 1987. Nykøbing Falster Revyen puts on humorous and satirical performances and is one of Denmark’s longest-standing revues. The programme and cast change from season to season.
In Eskilstrup, Danmarks Traktormuseum documents the history of agriculture and technology. Its collections include almost complete holdings of Danish Bukh tractors, other tractor collections and stationary Bukh engines from 1925 to 1937.
Animal Encounters and Water Sports
At Pangea Park Falster, you can get up close to kangaroos, monkeys, giant tortoises, ponies, donkeys and goats. Animal collections may change; if you have a particular interest, check which encounters are currently available. At Krokodille Zoo, you can see crocodiles outdoors during the summer season. Tayras, clouded leopards and pumas are presented in naturalistic settings.
Guldborgsund Aqua Sport operates a cableway for wakeboarding in Nykøbing Falster and provides beginners with a thorough introduction. Operating arrangements may vary seasonally, so check the current options before your visit. The range of experiences extends from nature observation and trails to culture, animal encounters and activities on the water.
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