The UNESCO committee justifies their reasons to have the Par force hunting landscape on the Unesco Heritage list by the unusual and well-preserved example of the values of the European Baroque being presented in the shaping of Nature. In the southern part of the forest, you can experience a unique natural and cultural landscape by travelling the old hunting highways laid out in star and rectangular patterns. Plan at least 2-3h, the park is huge. Incorporating French and German influences, Danish royalty created rides (manicured dirt lanes), which were laid out in an orthogonal grid pattern. We parked in the large parking area at Tvendehus, north of Taarbaek, and walked into the park. I'm glad I ticked all my previous near misses by visiting this site but it is perhaps Denmark's least interesting site. For me it turned out to be like a treasure hunt to get there and I had almost given up since I had a flight to catch afterwards from Copenhagen (some 45 minutes away). Cycling is permitted on all paths and forest roads, but not on the forest floor, slopes, stone walls, or burial mounds. It reminded me of a childrens TV series from my youth (De Zevensprong Crossroads of Seven Roads): each episode started and ended at the crossroads of 7 roads in a mysterious forest setting. The ruins of Frederik VIIs small getaway mansion where the king would relax away from court. Experience the wilderness of Swedish Lapland in Abisko National Park. The landscape was designed with ruler-straight forest roads in a pattern of stars surrounded by squares as in a Baroque garden. Today, however, it is the sight of these majestic animals, the open landscapes and beautiful hiking tours that you can enjoy when visiting the area. The enclosed Jgersborg Deer Park (close to Copenhagen), for example, is home to giant herds of deer, which are calm and walk in between golfers on the green or graze by the roadside. From here you're only 13 kilometres from Copenhagen centre, which you can easily reach by car or S-train. Combine the summers wonderful natural adventures with city shopping or sightseeing. While some preferred beautiful garden arrangements, others enjoyed hunting. The king achieved both with this extensive system of ridesan enormous feat of construction. This was not a site that we looked forward to because of previous reports. Hmm. Find them in the folder Store Dyrehave (the Great Deer Park). Online I had found a map which highlighted the original paths from the time the park was laid out so was able to construct a walking route to take in these paths. Answering a recent observation by Solivagant (how to handle trips to European WHS that arent among the continents highlights): I did this as a day trip from my home, flying to Copenhagen early morning and returning early evening. This tour is apparently recent, in that public access to view the interior of this 18th century hunting lodge was previously prohibited. There is no signposting at all. On the basis of the significant increase in visitors to Stevns Museum resulting from the inclusion of Stevns Klint as a UNESCO heritage site in 2014, Baage expects more visitors to the museums of North Zealand, especially to the Museum of Hunting and Forestry where a special exhibition will be devoted to the Par Force Hunting Landscape in October 2015. 8 connections, The par force hunting landscape in northern Zealand. Gribskovis Denmarks largest old forest. Enjoy the beautiful, varied nature and interesting culture tracksalong good bridle paths with lots of nice pull-ins on the way. In North Sealand, the two are combined. Alternatively, walk 6 kilometres from the station to the forest's edge. I walked 6km to be able to actually see this stone and although I'm not in bad shape it took me quite a while to find my bearings and explore the star system. Much of Denmarks history is hidden away in North Zealand. Par force hunting was a grand theatrical event, meticulously planned to demonstrate power and greatness of the king. It ends at the northern end of the park, where part of the original stone fence is still visible. Today, the roads of Gribskov and The Great Deer Park are used by locals and visitors on bike, horse, and by foot as retreats into nature. There was a very small information board showing the different trails and I walked in following trail 4 and come back out following trail 3. This form of hunting may seem brutal today, but in the 1600s it was the height of fashion in Europe. 52 Votes Get more information here. Pay a visit to the par force hunting landscape at Stor Dyrehave in Hillerod, at Gribskov and Jgersborg Dyrehave, which was added to UNESCO's World Heritage List in July 2015. Foto af Bob Collowan/Commons/CC-BY-SA-4.0, information about visiting Great Deer Park, information about visiting Jgersborg Deer Park. The exhibition (not worth the entrance ticket) is just a couple of information boards which would be much more helpful if they were placed at the sites themselves. He then imported hounds and huntsmen from England, renaming the castle Jgersborg (hunter's castle) and the estate Jgersborg Dyrehave (Jgersborg deer park). Go for a visit, because you want to get some exercise in a bit of green space near the Danish capital. Therefore, I made an online reservation to tour the Ermitage (Hermitage), or Royal Hunting Lodge. Gribskov and Jgersborg Deer Park are accessible by public transport. I'm wasn't very keen to visit a collection of stuffed animals, hunting exhibits and forestry items but at least I was able to get some more information on this site in North Zealand. In the center of the park (Jgersborg Dyrehave = Hunters Castle Deerpark) you can easily spot deers, a legacy from the hunting days. This special natural area became a member of the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2015. We enjoyed it a lot going by bike and can only support UNESCOs decision. Inspired by the magnificent palace of Versailles, the king shaped the royal hunting grounds in North Sealand to fit the par force hunting system, in which the riders and dogs hunt a royal stag to its exhaustion, whereupon the king or his distinguished guest have the honour of killing the animal by sword or spear. Based on the subsequent lackluster reviews, my conclusion was I would visit the site if I could. I drove to the Copenhagen Golf Club free parking lot at Lyngby which is the closest parking lot to the Hermitage. It was, however King Christian V who, from 1670, put his army to work on creating a par force deer park around Ibstrup Castle. 
Located only 30km from Copenhagen, this beautiful site is a popular place for locals and visitors to relax, unwind and exercise. It is a large forest with a huge star-shaped system of paths, yet this can only be really appreciated using drone photography. Purchase a required permit from the Danish Nature Agency website in Jgersborg Deer Park. And do read up a bit about what par force hunting entails beforehand. In hindsight, taking the bikes would have been a better option, as the park is quite large. Scandic is the largest Nordic hotel operator with a network of about 280 hotels with 58,000 hotel rooms in operation and under development in six countries. In 1736, it was rebuilt in Baroque style as Ermitageslottet or the Hermitage Hunting Lodge, with a grand view over the surrounding landscape from its hilltop location. You can still experience plenty of these fine animals at Hillerod, Gribskov and Jgersborg, where par force hunting was commonplace centuries ago. I think that this spoiled my impression of what is undoubtedly an impressive park. In his youth, the king had experienced par force hunting in France's forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye. Model.SafeGet(m => m.FooterHeader) on Twitter. The King and his distinguished guests positioned themselves in the grid centre of the roads which provided an overview and easy access to any part of the forest. I may have gone a little overboard with my condemnation, but to be honest this is probably the worst WHS Ive visited. My plan was to spice it up a bit by combining a visit to this WHS with the Islamic art of the David Collection. The views are by design very scenic and expand in all cardinal directions. We were surprised and elated by the ease of discovery. The distances are actually a bit too long to enjoy for hiking and the landscape too monotonous.
From 1560, the various estates were merged in order to establish an extensive royal hunting park across the North Zealand peninsula. 20km around in the country. 1.82 Score, The site has
The forests provide a backdrop for the absolute kings majestic hunt. The king's stone is very underwhelming and most simply use it as a resting spot. You dont need luck. I drove to Kobenhavnsvej in Hillerod which is one of the main roads which lead to Fredriksborg Castle. All I got back were a series of puzzled looks! But despite spending a good 2 hours here, I am no nearer understanding the OUV of this site than before I visited. He tamed the wildthe inaccessible landscapes of North Sealandby establishing a complex system of lanes (star-shaped and grid-patterned) based on the latest discoveries in mathematics and geometry. Connections from Kopenhagen Central Station are frequent. I walked for about 2km to the golf club and I could already see scores of deer and stags. See the forests, lakes and meadows used by kings to impress and dominate. Read more about the actual par force huntinghere, Some of the reasons why the UNESCO Committee has included the Par force Hunting Landscape in North Sealand on the World Heritage List are that it is an unusual and well-preserved example of how the values of the European baroque were transformed into the design of nature.. Today, you can hunt for a piece of that history in picturesque areas which former kings once used for hunting. When we arrived in Hillerod, we spotted a large local map on the main road called Kobenhaven. Skodsborg Station (North) and Klampenborg Station near the main entry (South). The par force hunting landscape of North Zealand comprises Gribskov Forest, the Great Deer Park and Jgersborg Deer Park and Enclosure. The honorable task of killing the beast with swords or spears then went to the king or that day's most distinguished guest. Plan your visit to ensure seeing the highlights. If you have been to a Baroque Palace, and gone for a really long walk to the far far end of the gardens, to that bit on the map that doesnt seem to have any redeeming features, then you will have a pretty good idea of what this site is like. Dense old woods and wilderness intersect with open meadows.
This site may not function properly in your current browser. I had given myself a time-box of two hours to catch a glimpse of the meager remains of this former hunting landscape. Take the Line C train to Klampenborg station to visit Jgersborg Deer Park. Pleasant landscapes and scenery, royal hunting park or not, this WHS will not be obvious in its OUV.
I visited this WHS in July 2016. The Eremitage itself is a nice example for the hunting lodge architecture. [3] The Danish orthogonal geometry of the road systems was an improvement on the star-shaped grids used in France and Germany as it provided equal access to all parts of the forest. So we had a nice walk, chatted about our plans for visiting northern Germany, where we are heading next, and saw four different breeds of deer, which were lovely. From the 3 main components of this WHS, I had set my sights on Store Dyrehave (large deer park). With Kopenhagen as your center you can easily visit Roskilde, Stevns Klint and Kronborg. All eight roads in the star of the Great Deer Park grid are identified with numbered stone markers. Store Dyrehave now is used mainly by mountain bikers and joggers.
Jgersborg Deer Park with grazing deersome are descendants of 12 white red deer, which were a gift from Count August of Sachsen in 1773. I wouldn't suggest visiting this place if you don't have a couple of hours to spare. All three locations are perfect for hiking and picnicking. 9 locations. For directions from your destination, use Google Maps. Numbered stone posts and fences help to orient. However I found it a bit plain and featureless, again I think that cycling around would have helped with this. It is characterised by the star and cross formations in forests, creating clear lines of sight, which once allowed the king's riders to chase grand stags or wild boars. I am a bit hard pressed to see the OUV of this site. The par force hunting landscape cover a large area more than 4500 hectares. In hindsight and comparing the experiences of other reviewers, Store Dyrehave may be the best among the locations to understand what this WHS is about. The tour cost is high, 125.00 DKK per person (about $20 USD). You can print pamphlets with maps and directions. There is a train station Gribs in the middle of Gribskov forest just a few minutes from Hillerd Station. The station at Klampenborg offers direct access into the park, though I was more interested in Arne Jacobsens Bellavista housing estate on the other side of the station, a nice piece of mid century modernism. But, this is also a place to understand how this swath of Denmark represents a zenith in the world of hunting landscapes. The route starts at Frederiksborg Castle in Hillerd and runs through par force hunting roads deep into Gribskov. Stone posts indicated whether roads led towards or away from the centre of the star. This site was inscribed in 2015 and I am positive I was not the only one wondering why? While the experience of visiting this beautiful area can be enjoyed by everyone today, par force hunting in ancient times was not for the faint of heart. You can rent horses and bicycles.
Both actions proved necessary, not at least to find the "right" patch of forest: a remarkably similar forest lies on the other side of the main road Kbenhavnsvej - but that is not part of the WHS. Please check official websites for more information. Walk, bicycle or horse ride on paths established by kings. Moreinformation about visiting Great Deer Park. Here you can find a summary of your selected hotels. More information about visiting Gribskov. You can also find information on parking, primitive accommodation,bonfire places,bird towers, etc. Instead, it was a great organised show which was to demonstrate the pomp and power of the King. Since there was an exhibition dedicated to the Par Force hunting landscape as a WHS, I decided to start by visiting the Danish Museum of Hunting and Forestry (closed on Mondays) in Horsholm. Get more information aboutriding tracksinthe Par force Hunting Landscape, The UNESCO World Heritage area the Par Force Hunting Landscape in North Sealand is protected, developed and facilitated by way of cooperation between the Danish Nature Agency, the Agency for Culture and Palaces, six North Sealand municipalities and three museums. Whether you prefer a quiet, peaceful walk or hikingdeep into the forest, you find nicehiking trailsinGribskov.
The nobility of Europe displayed their power through the domination of nature in different ways. To be able to appreciate the star-shaped system of hunting paths, Store Dyrehave is much better as at least there are several stone markings and bicycle and walking trails (through the paths or through the woods) which all meet at the centre where there is the king's stone with an eroded compass engraving and inscription. When you visit Oulanka National Park you will observe the power of water. Having finally arrived at the station in Hillerd, you'll just have to walk. To visit Gribskov, continue by local train toward Gilleleje to Gribs St. or bus 307 to Skovskolen in Ndebo. Autumn boasts the mating and fighting season for stags, as well as changing colours. Bring a backpack and a lunch and enjoy one of the most beautiful locations in Europe. Here, the ritual slaughter of the captured animal by the King would have taken place to end it all. All in all I enjoyed my picnic here even though I failed to see any OUV. Half way through I stopped to ask for directions at a small petrol station nearby and I also had a picture of the king's stone with me to show. So we had planned to visit the less-visited Store Dyrehaven, but it turned out to be quite a detour from our route, and it was raining, and we got stuck in a traffic jam on the motorway around Copenhagen, and in the end it just seemed easier to visit Jgersborg Dyrehave instead. In bygone days, this is where the kings did their hunting - but now the area is open for you to explore! The golf course is a pity on WHS ground though. August 2020 - despite the Corona summer we decided to travel by bike and train to Denmark. Fallow deer at Jaegersborg Deer Park and Enclosure. Both Store Dyrehave and a formerly connected second component, Gribskov, lie near the town of Hillerd (the third, Jaegersborg, is located closer to Copenhagen, sees a whopping 7.5 million visitors a year and is already well-covered on this website).
Since the location is so prominent, one can really understand the absolute monarch ideology of having control and mastery over the land itself. A restaurant Peter Lieps is located in the park and close by is Klampenborg Racetrack and the oldest amusement park in the world, Bakken. To preview what you will see at the Hermitage view this video. Two roads, Kobenhaven and Trebi, a small trail, went directly to the centre according to the map. Find inspiration on the new travel portalWorldHeritageJourneys which is to inspire more people to visit Europes unique cultural heritage. Read more about the actual par force huntinghere, Get more information aboutriding tracksinthe Par force Hunting Landscape. In my estimation, a walk in the hunting park alone would probably NOT be that worthwhile, regardless of the gorgeous weather. We parked nearby and walked easily to the Kings stone on the Trebi trail, in no more than fifteen minutes. There is an abundance of wildlife deer, beaver, badgers, birds even the rare sea hawk.
The Par Force Hunting Landscape in North Sealand is one of the places which is represented on the new website. He subsequently spent months in bed and died the year after. A new set of horse riding trails offers an exciting way to explore the history and beauty of this landscape. One morning we started at the Campground in Charlottenlund and drove the few km north toJaegersborg Dyrehave. 2014-2022 - VisitNordic.com - All Rights Reserved.
Erik Albertsen Danish Museum of Hunting and Forestry. Kronborg is on the same railway line as Klampenborg and Skodsborg. The application of Baroque values and changing European designs in the 17th and 18th centuries created a fertile ground for landscapes that changed the way generations influenced their natural environments. It was a grey, murky day, which threatened rain for the whole time we were there. Roberto Fortuna / Kongelige Slotte. More information about visiting Jgersborg Deer Park. From there I walked for about 2km to the Hermitage which I found to be quite similar to the Falkenlust hunting lodge in Germany. After arriving by train, I walked to the Hermitage, we enjoyed the sunny weather, the hunting circuit, and the occasional deer that are so prevalent in this hunting park. It's a very pleasant park and if I was living in Copenhagen I would frequent it regularly. One of Denmarks largest forest areas. Jotunheimen is Norways most famous national park and has the tallest mountai Isfjorden is one of the biggest fjords in Svalbard, and one of the archipelag Hardangervidda National Park (3,422 km2) is the biggest park in mainland Norw Jostedalsbreen National Park is one of Norway`s most famous parks. The whole park is a mixture of Bialowieza, Potsdam and ancient beechtree forests.
It was King Christian 5th who shaped the royal hunting grounds here inspired from the beautiful Versailles nearby Paris. The history of the area for hunting dates back to the Middle Ages when the Danish kings, the church and noblemen had estates and hunting grounds in the peninsula's hilly forests and undulating farmlands. Every season is magical here. Many miles of old hunting rides criss-cross Gribskov Forest, the Great Deer Park, and Jgersborg Deer Park and Enclosure. But even after reading the nomination file for a third time I am hard pressed to see the OUV. The museum is expected to be the site manager and principal coordinator of information and news about the Par Force heritage site. This undertaking was not without risk. Riders and hounds hunted a stag until it finally gave up from total exhaustion. Visit the parforce.dk website for more visitor information. The square-shaped Store Dyrehave is located further to the north in the centre of the peninsula while Gribskov, further north still, is adjacent to Esrum S. One example of that engineering included dams, which consisted in the accumulation of tons of earth and were built in swampy or wet areas so horses, hounds, and hunters would be able to move through the landscape without getting their feet wet. Once I did decide to visit this WHS, I sought a more substantive experience. On the plus side, it is a pleasant green space and it is easily accessible from the Danish capital. The King's Star in The Great Deer Park. These three forests represent a unique cultural landscape that bears witness both to the enormous power wielded by King Christian V and to his need to display it by subjugating nature. Par force hunting reached its peak between the 17th and the late 18th centuries. Store Dyrehave (the Great Deer Park),Gribskovand Jgersborg Dyrehave (Jgersborg Deerpark) is designed as a stage for the great act unfolding when the scene for absolute and powerful king engaged in his favouritetype of hunting:The par force hunting. Par force hunting was not about getting food on the table. Most visit this place for golf, hiking or a stroll by the seaside villages. In a way I did, as my schedule was rather short and in the end I needed to hurry a bit to get to the station on time. When Christian V decided to set up the par force hunting landscape in North Zealand in the 1680s, there was no doubt he was writing history - both in Denmark and the rest of the world. The landscape consists of man-made forests and ride systems in a rigid grid pattern. On my way back I took road number 6, one of the other main lanes. I imagine if I lived in Copenhagen it would be a charming place to come for recreation at weekends to help burn off some of those delicious Wienerbrd. Basically there are patches of trees occasionally separated by straight diagonal stretches of grass which help show the nobility's command over the land (and their subjects) and that is essentially the Outstanding Universal Value of the site. But merely being accessible and pleasant isnt really good enough to become a World Heritage Site in my book. Few of the locals seem to know about the WHS inscription, let alone about the existence of some stone! This technique was developed in France and adopted widely across Europe by the royalty and nobility to display their power. If you are really lucky you can catch a glimpse of a dreary medium sized palace on a hill a few kilometres away!! Jgersborg Dyrehave og Hegn are a short walk from Klampenborg Station or Skodsborg Station. Mounted hunters and their hounds pursued the quarry typically a large stag. Ample parking is available. The highlight is the exquisite Dining Hall which (for a while at least) included a built-in lift (elevator) table that would allow servants to prepare the meal without actually "disturbing" guests with their presence. There are two railway stations next to the park. Here there is an information board but again no mention of the WHS inscription. Every day over 15 000 team members goes to work with one thought on their mind: to create great hotel experiences so our guests wants to come back. You can rent a bike at Sponz MTB Centre in Hillerd (a few kilometres from the Great Deer Park and Gribskov), and MTB-Tours by Klampenborg Station for excursions into Jgersborg Deer Park. The tour is just under an hour, and you visit all floors. A geometric system of par force hunting roads overlays the forest and stone walls enclose the whole area. The open fields surrounding the Eremitage allow a wonderful view via this park onto the Baltic Sea. The forests are state-owned. It covers 3 main components: Store Dyrehave, Gribskov and Jgersborg Hegn/Jgersborg Dyrehave. These forests represent a unique cultural landscape and in the 16th century, Danish kings engaged in par force hunting which is the pursuit of deer on horseback using hounds.
Getting to Hillerd already did not prove to be as easy as internet research had lead me to believe. While the king and his guests waited at a central place in the forest, horsemen and dogs drove a magnificent red deer around until it was exhausted whereupon the King had the honour of killing the deer with a small hunting sword called the hirschfnger. 3.00 California - United States of America - 04-Jul-17 -. Originally constructed to serve as the king's private hunting ground, the parforce hunting landscape in North Zealand nowadays is a recreational area just north of Copenhagen. The mathematical approach reinforced the king's image as a representative of reason in line with Baroque ideals. The Par force hunting landscape in North Zealand, located about 30 km northeast of Copenhagen, is a well-preserved beautiful natural area consisting of the Great Deer Park, Gribskov Forest and Jgersborg Deer Park. If you walk from Hillerd Station, you can see Fantasy Island. North Sealand is more than a locale where travellers, scientists, historians, animals, streams, rolling hills, and forests meet. We biked further north and eventually took the train to Kronborg. From Copenhagen, it takes about 25 to 40 minutes by car to either site. The Par Force Landscape of North Sealand is one such gift. Eremitageslottet, the royal hunting lodge, overlooks a landscape of beautiful old oaks and herds of deer. Today the tour is offered during the Summer only, English tours are only available on Saturday. Take the Line E train to Hillerd to visit the Grand Deer Park (2 kilometres from station to forest edge by foot). 8 of the 9 locations are near the town of Hillerd, which can be reached by direct S-train A from Copenhagen Central Station. Finding the parking lot to actually start walking one of the trails proved to be quite a difficult task. I would estimate we saw about fifty or so deer during our 45 minute walk. Winter will come with a wonderful layer of snow and open views to the sky.
Spring and summer are beautifully green. Thus, it is a magnificent setting of the Kings absolute power over nature. Sights and Attractions recommended by the locals. If you want to stay in a hotel close to beautiful summer holiday experiences in the par force landscape of North Zealand, we recommend Scandic Eremitage in Lyngby. I was really pleased with myself, and even rather impressed by the ingenious lay-out of the lanes and the original star stone at the center. When the stag collapsed from exhaustion, dogs held it by biting its throat, ears, legs and muzzle. The walk from the station to Great Deer Park is approx 5 km. [1] The central-star grid design of the landscape, with numbered roads and stone posts, fences, demonstrates the unique planning and design of hunting landscapes in the 17th and 18th centuries. You are offline, some content may be out of date. All are within easy travel distance from Copenhagen. Many World Heritage sites are temporarily closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19. As master of the hunt, he dealt the coup de grace with a spear or a small hunting sword called a hirschfnger. Unknowingly I must have surely passed by parts of this inscribed site when visiting Hillerod a couple of years ago. The forests have their own individual characters and you can experience them on foot, on a bike or on horseback. And in fact the experience you enjoy here is considered so exceptional that the area has been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. The architects then numbered stone posts, enclosures, and lodges to help nobles navigate the landscape. This time round I was determined to visit the three main parts that make up this WHS. Beforehand I had carefully studied the route to the deer park and downloaded a map of the area to my phone. The forest is also perfect if you want to hike or go running and there are several marked routes. There was quite a lot of bird life, and I enjoyed watching some golfers play a few holes on the Royal Copenhagen Golf Course, which sits at the heart of the site. He was so right, and Id like to add to others that plan to visit this WHS: also bring snacks, something to drink and a smartphone with GPS. Today, these paths are used by the many visitors to the area, but they were originally created by King Christian V in the 1670s and 1680s. As much as any place on the planet, this unique par force hunting site demonstrates the application of Baroque landscaping principles to forested areas. It would be a pity to visit Hillerod without visiting Fredriksborg Castle and gardens. Jgersborg Deer Park is close to Lyngby. 1.910 Average It was a pleasant experience and I was itching to go for a run. A horn signal summoned the king. Four folders cover the forest and show the marked routes, paths and forest roads. Those being according to the nomination file markers, numerical place names and an emblematic marker (Kongestenen).
[2], The Jgersborg hunting park contained no star-shaped road networks but was instead based on the presence of a royal hunting lodge, initially known as the Hermitage or Hubertus House. There are really good tracks for this as well. Much has changed since the absolutist monarchs ruled Denmark, but they have left us the gifts of sculpted landscapes, grand castles, and tamed nature.
Located only 30km from Copenhagen, this beautiful site is a popular place for locals and visitors to relax, unwind and exercise. It is a large forest with a huge star-shaped system of paths, yet this can only be really appreciated using drone photography. Purchase a required permit from the Danish Nature Agency website in Jgersborg Deer Park. And do read up a bit about what par force hunting entails beforehand. In hindsight, taking the bikes would have been a better option, as the park is quite large. Scandic is the largest Nordic hotel operator with a network of about 280 hotels with 58,000 hotel rooms in operation and under development in six countries. In 1736, it was rebuilt in Baroque style as Ermitageslottet or the Hermitage Hunting Lodge, with a grand view over the surrounding landscape from its hilltop location. You can still experience plenty of these fine animals at Hillerod, Gribskov and Jgersborg, where par force hunting was commonplace centuries ago. I think that this spoiled my impression of what is undoubtedly an impressive park. In his youth, the king had experienced par force hunting in France's forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye. Model.SafeGet(m => m.FooterHeader) on Twitter. The King and his distinguished guests positioned themselves in the grid centre of the roads which provided an overview and easy access to any part of the forest. I may have gone a little overboard with my condemnation, but to be honest this is probably the worst WHS Ive visited. My plan was to spice it up a bit by combining a visit to this WHS with the Islamic art of the David Collection. The views are by design very scenic and expand in all cardinal directions. We were surprised and elated by the ease of discovery. The distances are actually a bit too long to enjoy for hiking and the landscape too monotonous. From 1560, the various estates were merged in order to establish an extensive royal hunting park across the North Zealand peninsula. 20km around in the country. 1.82 Score, The site has
The forests provide a backdrop for the absolute kings majestic hunt. The king's stone is very underwhelming and most simply use it as a resting spot. You dont need luck. I drove to Kobenhavnsvej in Hillerod which is one of the main roads which lead to Fredriksborg Castle. All I got back were a series of puzzled looks! But despite spending a good 2 hours here, I am no nearer understanding the OUV of this site than before I visited. He tamed the wildthe inaccessible landscapes of North Sealandby establishing a complex system of lanes (star-shaped and grid-patterned) based on the latest discoveries in mathematics and geometry. Connections from Kopenhagen Central Station are frequent. I walked for about 2km to the golf club and I could already see scores of deer and stags. See the forests, lakes and meadows used by kings to impress and dominate. Read more about the actual par force huntinghere, Some of the reasons why the UNESCO Committee has included the Par force Hunting Landscape in North Sealand on the World Heritage List are that it is an unusual and well-preserved example of how the values of the European baroque were transformed into the design of nature.. Today, you can hunt for a piece of that history in picturesque areas which former kings once used for hunting. When we arrived in Hillerod, we spotted a large local map on the main road called Kobenhaven. Skodsborg Station (North) and Klampenborg Station near the main entry (South). The par force hunting landscape of North Zealand comprises Gribskov Forest, the Great Deer Park and Jgersborg Deer Park and Enclosure. The honorable task of killing the beast with swords or spears then went to the king or that day's most distinguished guest. Plan your visit to ensure seeing the highlights. If you have been to a Baroque Palace, and gone for a really long walk to the far far end of the gardens, to that bit on the map that doesnt seem to have any redeeming features, then you will have a pretty good idea of what this site is like. Dense old woods and wilderness intersect with open meadows.
This site may not function properly in your current browser. I had given myself a time-box of two hours to catch a glimpse of the meager remains of this former hunting landscape. Take the Line C train to Klampenborg station to visit Jgersborg Deer Park. Pleasant landscapes and scenery, royal hunting park or not, this WHS will not be obvious in its OUV.
I visited this WHS in July 2016. The Eremitage itself is a nice example for the hunting lodge architecture. [3] The Danish orthogonal geometry of the road systems was an improvement on the star-shaped grids used in France and Germany as it provided equal access to all parts of the forest. So we had a nice walk, chatted about our plans for visiting northern Germany, where we are heading next, and saw four different breeds of deer, which were lovely. From the 3 main components of this WHS, I had set my sights on Store Dyrehave (large deer park). With Kopenhagen as your center you can easily visit Roskilde, Stevns Klint and Kronborg. All eight roads in the star of the Great Deer Park grid are identified with numbered stone markers. Store Dyrehave now is used mainly by mountain bikers and joggers.
Jgersborg Deer Park with grazing deersome are descendants of 12 white red deer, which were a gift from Count August of Sachsen in 1773. I wouldn't suggest visiting this place if you don't have a couple of hours to spare. All three locations are perfect for hiking and picnicking. 9 locations. For directions from your destination, use Google Maps. Numbered stone posts and fences help to orient. However I found it a bit plain and featureless, again I think that cycling around would have helped with this. It is characterised by the star and cross formations in forests, creating clear lines of sight, which once allowed the king's riders to chase grand stags or wild boars. I am a bit hard pressed to see the OUV of this site. The par force hunting landscape cover a large area more than 4500 hectares. In hindsight and comparing the experiences of other reviewers, Store Dyrehave may be the best among the locations to understand what this WHS is about. The tour cost is high, 125.00 DKK per person (about $20 USD). You can print pamphlets with maps and directions. There is a train station Gribs in the middle of Gribskov forest just a few minutes from Hillerd Station. The station at Klampenborg offers direct access into the park, though I was more interested in Arne Jacobsens Bellavista housing estate on the other side of the station, a nice piece of mid century modernism. But, this is also a place to understand how this swath of Denmark represents a zenith in the world of hunting landscapes. The route starts at Frederiksborg Castle in Hillerd and runs through par force hunting roads deep into Gribskov. Stone posts indicated whether roads led towards or away from the centre of the star. This site was inscribed in 2015 and I am positive I was not the only one wondering why? While the experience of visiting this beautiful area can be enjoyed by everyone today, par force hunting in ancient times was not for the faint of heart. You can rent horses and bicycles.
Both actions proved necessary, not at least to find the "right" patch of forest: a remarkably similar forest lies on the other side of the main road Kbenhavnsvej - but that is not part of the WHS. Please check official websites for more information. Walk, bicycle or horse ride on paths established by kings. Moreinformation about visiting Great Deer Park. Here you can find a summary of your selected hotels. More information about visiting Gribskov. You can also find information on parking, primitive accommodation,bonfire places,bird towers, etc. Instead, it was a great organised show which was to demonstrate the pomp and power of the King. Since there was an exhibition dedicated to the Par Force hunting landscape as a WHS, I decided to start by visiting the Danish Museum of Hunting and Forestry (closed on Mondays) in Horsholm. Get more information aboutriding tracksinthe Par force Hunting Landscape, The UNESCO World Heritage area the Par Force Hunting Landscape in North Sealand is protected, developed and facilitated by way of cooperation between the Danish Nature Agency, the Agency for Culture and Palaces, six North Sealand municipalities and three museums. Whether you prefer a quiet, peaceful walk or hikingdeep into the forest, you find nicehiking trailsinGribskov.
The nobility of Europe displayed their power through the domination of nature in different ways. To be able to appreciate the star-shaped system of hunting paths, Store Dyrehave is much better as at least there are several stone markings and bicycle and walking trails (through the paths or through the woods) which all meet at the centre where there is the king's stone with an eroded compass engraving and inscription. When you visit Oulanka National Park you will observe the power of water. Having finally arrived at the station in Hillerd, you'll just have to walk. To visit Gribskov, continue by local train toward Gilleleje to Gribs St. or bus 307 to Skovskolen in Ndebo. Autumn boasts the mating and fighting season for stags, as well as changing colours. Bring a backpack and a lunch and enjoy one of the most beautiful locations in Europe. Here, the ritual slaughter of the captured animal by the King would have taken place to end it all. All in all I enjoyed my picnic here even though I failed to see any OUV. Half way through I stopped to ask for directions at a small petrol station nearby and I also had a picture of the king's stone with me to show. So we had planned to visit the less-visited Store Dyrehaven, but it turned out to be quite a detour from our route, and it was raining, and we got stuck in a traffic jam on the motorway around Copenhagen, and in the end it just seemed easier to visit Jgersborg Dyrehave instead. In bygone days, this is where the kings did their hunting - but now the area is open for you to explore! The golf course is a pity on WHS ground though. August 2020 - despite the Corona summer we decided to travel by bike and train to Denmark. Fallow deer at Jaegersborg Deer Park and Enclosure. Both Store Dyrehave and a formerly connected second component, Gribskov, lie near the town of Hillerd (the third, Jaegersborg, is located closer to Copenhagen, sees a whopping 7.5 million visitors a year and is already well-covered on this website).
Since the location is so prominent, one can really understand the absolute monarch ideology of having control and mastery over the land itself. A restaurant Peter Lieps is located in the park and close by is Klampenborg Racetrack and the oldest amusement park in the world, Bakken. To preview what you will see at the Hermitage view this video. Two roads, Kobenhaven and Trebi, a small trail, went directly to the centre according to the map. Find inspiration on the new travel portalWorldHeritageJourneys which is to inspire more people to visit Europes unique cultural heritage. Read more about the actual par force huntinghere, Get more information aboutriding tracksinthe Par force Hunting Landscape. In my estimation, a walk in the hunting park alone would probably NOT be that worthwhile, regardless of the gorgeous weather. We parked nearby and walked easily to the Kings stone on the Trebi trail, in no more than fifteen minutes. There is an abundance of wildlife deer, beaver, badgers, birds even the rare sea hawk.
The Par Force Hunting Landscape in North Sealand is one of the places which is represented on the new website. He subsequently spent months in bed and died the year after. A new set of horse riding trails offers an exciting way to explore the history and beauty of this landscape. One morning we started at the Campground in Charlottenlund and drove the few km north toJaegersborg Dyrehave. 2014-2022 - VisitNordic.com - All Rights Reserved.
Erik Albertsen Danish Museum of Hunting and Forestry. Kronborg is on the same railway line as Klampenborg and Skodsborg. The application of Baroque values and changing European designs in the 17th and 18th centuries created a fertile ground for landscapes that changed the way generations influenced their natural environments. It was a grey, murky day, which threatened rain for the whole time we were there. Roberto Fortuna / Kongelige Slotte. More information about visiting Jgersborg Deer Park. From there I walked for about 2km to the Hermitage which I found to be quite similar to the Falkenlust hunting lodge in Germany. After arriving by train, I walked to the Hermitage, we enjoyed the sunny weather, the hunting circuit, and the occasional deer that are so prevalent in this hunting park. It's a very pleasant park and if I was living in Copenhagen I would frequent it regularly. One of Denmarks largest forest areas. Jotunheimen is Norways most famous national park and has the tallest mountai Isfjorden is one of the biggest fjords in Svalbard, and one of the archipelag Hardangervidda National Park (3,422 km2) is the biggest park in mainland Norw Jostedalsbreen National Park is one of Norway`s most famous parks. The whole park is a mixture of Bialowieza, Potsdam and ancient beechtree forests.
It was King Christian 5th who shaped the royal hunting grounds here inspired from the beautiful Versailles nearby Paris. The history of the area for hunting dates back to the Middle Ages when the Danish kings, the church and noblemen had estates and hunting grounds in the peninsula's hilly forests and undulating farmlands. Every season is magical here. Many miles of old hunting rides criss-cross Gribskov Forest, the Great Deer Park, and Jgersborg Deer Park and Enclosure. But even after reading the nomination file for a third time I am hard pressed to see the OUV. The museum is expected to be the site manager and principal coordinator of information and news about the Par Force heritage site. This undertaking was not without risk. Riders and hounds hunted a stag until it finally gave up from total exhaustion. Visit the parforce.dk website for more visitor information. The square-shaped Store Dyrehave is located further to the north in the centre of the peninsula while Gribskov, further north still, is adjacent to Esrum S. One example of that engineering included dams, which consisted in the accumulation of tons of earth and were built in swampy or wet areas so horses, hounds, and hunters would be able to move through the landscape without getting their feet wet. Once I did decide to visit this WHS, I sought a more substantive experience. On the plus side, it is a pleasant green space and it is easily accessible from the Danish capital. The King's Star in The Great Deer Park. These three forests represent a unique cultural landscape that bears witness both to the enormous power wielded by King Christian V and to his need to display it by subjugating nature. Par force hunting reached its peak between the 17th and the late 18th centuries. Store Dyrehave (the Great Deer Park),Gribskovand Jgersborg Dyrehave (Jgersborg Deerpark) is designed as a stage for the great act unfolding when the scene for absolute and powerful king engaged in his favouritetype of hunting:The par force hunting. Par force hunting was not about getting food on the table. Most visit this place for golf, hiking or a stroll by the seaside villages. In a way I did, as my schedule was rather short and in the end I needed to hurry a bit to get to the station on time. When Christian V decided to set up the par force hunting landscape in North Zealand in the 1680s, there was no doubt he was writing history - both in Denmark and the rest of the world. The landscape consists of man-made forests and ride systems in a rigid grid pattern. On my way back I took road number 6, one of the other main lanes. I imagine if I lived in Copenhagen it would be a charming place to come for recreation at weekends to help burn off some of those delicious Wienerbrd. Basically there are patches of trees occasionally separated by straight diagonal stretches of grass which help show the nobility's command over the land (and their subjects) and that is essentially the Outstanding Universal Value of the site. But merely being accessible and pleasant isnt really good enough to become a World Heritage Site in my book. Few of the locals seem to know about the WHS inscription, let alone about the existence of some stone! This technique was developed in France and adopted widely across Europe by the royalty and nobility to display their power. If you are really lucky you can catch a glimpse of a dreary medium sized palace on a hill a few kilometres away!! Jgersborg Dyrehave og Hegn are a short walk from Klampenborg Station or Skodsborg Station. Mounted hunters and their hounds pursued the quarry typically a large stag. Ample parking is available. The highlight is the exquisite Dining Hall which (for a while at least) included a built-in lift (elevator) table that would allow servants to prepare the meal without actually "disturbing" guests with their presence. There are two railway stations next to the park. Here there is an information board but again no mention of the WHS inscription. Every day over 15 000 team members goes to work with one thought on their mind: to create great hotel experiences so our guests wants to come back. You can rent a bike at Sponz MTB Centre in Hillerd (a few kilometres from the Great Deer Park and Gribskov), and MTB-Tours by Klampenborg Station for excursions into Jgersborg Deer Park. The tour is just under an hour, and you visit all floors. A geometric system of par force hunting roads overlays the forest and stone walls enclose the whole area. The open fields surrounding the Eremitage allow a wonderful view via this park onto the Baltic Sea. The forests are state-owned. It covers 3 main components: Store Dyrehave, Gribskov and Jgersborg Hegn/Jgersborg Dyrehave. These forests represent a unique cultural landscape and in the 16th century, Danish kings engaged in par force hunting which is the pursuit of deer on horseback using hounds.
Getting to Hillerd already did not prove to be as easy as internet research had lead me to believe. While the king and his guests waited at a central place in the forest, horsemen and dogs drove a magnificent red deer around until it was exhausted whereupon the King had the honour of killing the deer with a small hunting sword called the hirschfnger. 3.00 California - United States of America - 04-Jul-17 -. Originally constructed to serve as the king's private hunting ground, the parforce hunting landscape in North Zealand nowadays is a recreational area just north of Copenhagen. The mathematical approach reinforced the king's image as a representative of reason in line with Baroque ideals. The Par force hunting landscape in North Zealand, located about 30 km northeast of Copenhagen, is a well-preserved beautiful natural area consisting of the Great Deer Park, Gribskov Forest and Jgersborg Deer Park. If you walk from Hillerd Station, you can see Fantasy Island. North Sealand is more than a locale where travellers, scientists, historians, animals, streams, rolling hills, and forests meet. We biked further north and eventually took the train to Kronborg. From Copenhagen, it takes about 25 to 40 minutes by car to either site. The Par Force Landscape of North Sealand is one such gift. Eremitageslottet, the royal hunting lodge, overlooks a landscape of beautiful old oaks and herds of deer. Today the tour is offered during the Summer only, English tours are only available on Saturday. Take the Line E train to Hillerd to visit the Grand Deer Park (2 kilometres from station to forest edge by foot). 8 of the 9 locations are near the town of Hillerd, which can be reached by direct S-train A from Copenhagen Central Station. Finding the parking lot to actually start walking one of the trails proved to be quite a difficult task. I would estimate we saw about fifty or so deer during our 45 minute walk. Winter will come with a wonderful layer of snow and open views to the sky.
Spring and summer are beautifully green. Thus, it is a magnificent setting of the Kings absolute power over nature. Sights and Attractions recommended by the locals. If you want to stay in a hotel close to beautiful summer holiday experiences in the par force landscape of North Zealand, we recommend Scandic Eremitage in Lyngby. I was really pleased with myself, and even rather impressed by the ingenious lay-out of the lanes and the original star stone at the center. When the stag collapsed from exhaustion, dogs held it by biting its throat, ears, legs and muzzle. The walk from the station to Great Deer Park is approx 5 km. [1] The central-star grid design of the landscape, with numbered roads and stone posts, fences, demonstrates the unique planning and design of hunting landscapes in the 17th and 18th centuries. You are offline, some content may be out of date. All are within easy travel distance from Copenhagen. Many World Heritage sites are temporarily closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19. As master of the hunt, he dealt the coup de grace with a spear or a small hunting sword called a hirschfnger. Unknowingly I must have surely passed by parts of this inscribed site when visiting Hillerod a couple of years ago. The forests have their own individual characters and you can experience them on foot, on a bike or on horseback. And in fact the experience you enjoy here is considered so exceptional that the area has been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. The architects then numbered stone posts, enclosures, and lodges to help nobles navigate the landscape. This time round I was determined to visit the three main parts that make up this WHS. Beforehand I had carefully studied the route to the deer park and downloaded a map of the area to my phone. The forest is also perfect if you want to hike or go running and there are several marked routes. There was quite a lot of bird life, and I enjoyed watching some golfers play a few holes on the Royal Copenhagen Golf Course, which sits at the heart of the site. He was so right, and Id like to add to others that plan to visit this WHS: also bring snacks, something to drink and a smartphone with GPS. Today, these paths are used by the many visitors to the area, but they were originally created by King Christian V in the 1670s and 1680s. As much as any place on the planet, this unique par force hunting site demonstrates the application of Baroque landscaping principles to forested areas. It would be a pity to visit Hillerod without visiting Fredriksborg Castle and gardens. Jgersborg Deer Park is close to Lyngby. 1.910 Average It was a pleasant experience and I was itching to go for a run. A horn signal summoned the king. Four folders cover the forest and show the marked routes, paths and forest roads. Those being according to the nomination file markers, numerical place names and an emblematic marker (Kongestenen).
[2], The Jgersborg hunting park contained no star-shaped road networks but was instead based on the presence of a royal hunting lodge, initially known as the Hermitage or Hubertus House. There are really good tracks for this as well. Much has changed since the absolutist monarchs ruled Denmark, but they have left us the gifts of sculpted landscapes, grand castles, and tamed nature.