Birkehøj and Skingshøj offer two different perspectives on the Stone Age in Nyrup. At Birkehøj, an exceptionally long, accessible burial chamber shapes the visit; Skingshøj lies on the edge of the village and offers a comparison with its excavated chamber. At Nyrup Bay, there is also a protected area and a seasonal bathing jetty. If you are planning a stay, these differences can help you choose between archaeology and time by the water.

Birkehøj: Burial Chamber and Panorama

Birkehøj near Nyrup contains Zealand’s longest burial chamber. It is 11 m long, 2 m wide and 2 m high. Visitors enter the chamber through a passage built of stones. Inside, an illuminated display case contains a stone model of the passage grave structure. The display case draws attention to the construction, while the measurements show the scale of the original. From the top of Birkehøj, there is a panorama over the northern part of Odsherred. Birkehøj is also visible from Oddenvejen and is considered easy to access. After turning from Oddenvej onto Troldhøjvej, you will find signs and a small roadside parking area; check the local parking situation before your visit.

Skingshøj and a Comparison of Sizes

Skingshøj is a protected Stone Age monument at the edge of Nyrup, protected since before 1937; it is considered a dolmen or passage grave. The excavated chamber is about 2 m long, up to 1.75 m wide and 1.40 m high. Comparing the burial chambers, the main difference is their length: 11 m at Birkehøj compared with about 2 m at Skingshøj. At Skingshøj, the measurements refer to the excavated chamber.

The Protected Landscape at Nyrup Bay

Højby Sørende is a protected public watercourse that flows into Nyrup Bay. The protected land by the bay covers ten tønder; you can swim there or enjoy the area in other ways. It remains free of cultivation and planting, except for sufficient planting to provide shelter from the wind. You can view the protected area from Klint Strandvej in Nyrup. The bay can therefore be enjoyed from two perspectives: from Klint Strandvej, looking out over the protected area, or directly from the land, where swimming is possible.

Planning for the Bathing Jetty and Crabbing

The Nyrup bathing jetty is installed in April and removed again in September or October. Crabbing is the only permitted form of fishing from it. You can buy a crab line, net, bucket and bait from the grocery store in Nyrup; check local availability if you plan to bring this equipment. The Nyrup Bay bathing jetty is kept out of the water in winter because of severe storms and high waves. Bear these seasonal details in mind if the bathing jetty is part of your plans.

Discover more destinations: Klint, Hørve, Ordrup, Asnæs, Havnebyen, Plejerup, Bøsserup, Vig.

For the overview of the wider area: Odsherred.