Your itinerary for Store Fuglede can focus on different things: cultural history, nature or outdoor activities. These include the Fugledegaard exhibition, featuring a reconstruction of the Tissø Ring; the architectural history of Store Fuglede Church; and Tissø and its various trails. Which subjects you explore further depends on whether you are more interested in a historical find, church architecture, wildlife or a route.
The Tissø Ring and the exhibition
The Fugledegaard exhibition features a reconstruction of the Tissø Ring. Made of pure gold, the ring was found in the surrounding area in 1977, weighs about 2 kg and is considered the largest single gold find from the Viking Age in Danish history. The year it was found, its approximate weight and its historical context give the exhibit a tangible frame of reference. Admission to the exhibition is free; its opening hours follow those of Fugledegaard. Plan your visit accordingly and check the opening hours before your trip.
Store Fuglede Church: architectural history and artwork
Situated on high ground, Store Fuglede Church brings together several historical elements. It consists of a Romanesque nave and several later additions; in the Middle Ages, it was converted into a hall church. It also has a crucifixion group from the early 16th century, depicting Christ on the cross, with Mary and John on either side. Thus, the church highlights both the development of its architectural form and a specific work of art. If you are interested in architectural history or religious art, you can explore these subjects alongside the find in the exhibition.
Tissø and the trails
Tissø is Denmark’s fourth-largest lake and is home to a rich variety of birds and other wildlife. The lake offers a natural counterpart to the cultural history themes. Its size and wildlife appeal to different interests: the lake’s place in a nationwide comparison and the diversity of its fauna.
The approximately 390 km-long Istidsruten cycling route runs between Jyderup and Kalundborg through moraine landscapes, past lakes and through river valleys. It passes close to Fugledegaard. Its length, endpoints and landscape features together give an impression of the route’s scale and character.
Værslevstien was established on a former railway site as a route for pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders. It passes the former Store Fuglede station. The two trails have different focuses: Istidsruten is the long-distance cycling route with named endpoints and landscapes, while Værslevstien highlights its range of uses and former railway line.
Accommodation at Fugledegaard
There are five spacious shelters at Fugledegaard. Each can accommodate about 6 to 7 people. If you are considering this option for an overnight stay with a group, compare your group size with the capacity of each shelter and check availability before your trip. This lets you take the specific group size and available accommodation into account separately when planning.
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