In Avdebo, the dike landscape and the history of draining the Lammefjord stand out as two defining themes. The 2.4-kilometre-long Avdebodæmningen, the cycle path along its crest and the Audebo Pumping Station provide concrete points of reference. The history of the Lammefjord is also presented at the pumping station today. This makes it possible to explore the area through its landscape, infrastructure and cultural history.

Dike and landscape in Avdebo

The Avdebodæmningen is 2.4 kilometres long. A cycle path was built along its crest in 2012.

In the very flat landscape, the Avdebo Plantation stands out particularly clearly. The private plantation covers around 200 hectares and was established during the Second World War at the southeastern end of the drained Lammefjord. This brings together different historical periods: the Audebo Pumping Station dates from 1874, while the plantation was established decades later.

Pumping station and the history of the Lammefjord

The Audebo Pumping Station dates from 1874 and today also serves as a visitor centre and a place where the history of the Lammefjord is presented. A memorial stone on the Avdebodæmningen shows the different phases of the drainage project. The pumping station and memorial stone offer different points of reference: the history is presented at the station, while the stone illustrates the project phases.

The Lammefjord dike system, including the pumping station at Audebo, is designated as a cultural environment. It includes the grass- and stone-covered dike, the pumping station buildings, and the canals and their outlets into the fjord. The cultural environment therefore encompasses more than a single building: the dike, pumping station and waterways together form this designated site. Groups can access the pumping station by prior arrangement with the site manager. Make arrangements before your visit; also check the signage on site when planning your visit.

Getting to Avdebo and staying overnight

Regional bus route 560 runs between Holbæk and Nykøbing Sjælland and stops in Avdebo. Check the current route before travelling. Avdebo also has a holiday home area. If you are considering the area as an overnight destination, you can use Avdebo as your search location for a holiday apartment. The dike, cycle path and pumping station give the destination a clear thematic focus; you can decide which accommodation suits your travel plans based on your specific preferences.

Avdebo in the regional context

The wider context of Odsherred also helps put the significance of the dike landscape into perspective. The entire geographical area of Odsherred is designated a UNESCO Global Geopark. One contributing factor is the decisive cultural and historical importance of the embanked Lammefjord for life in the region. In Avdebo, the Avdebodæmningen, the memorial stone and the pumping station bring specific aspects of this regional history into focus.

Discover more destinations: Jyderup, Holbæk, Næsby, Tuse, Tølløse, Kisserup, Bognæs, Løserup.

For the broader travel overview: Holbæk Municipality.