Sjælland Travel Guide

Denmark

A pebbled beach with a large fallen tree trunk, calm water, and a rocky cliff in the background.
A bicycle leaning against a tree with ivy growing on it.
A thatched-roof house surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.
A construction site with wooden boat parts and a person working.
A castle with a steep, white-walled cliffside and a large, tiled roof.

Popular cities in Sjælland

A large brick church with two tall spires and a dome, surrounded by a cobblestone square.
Roskilde
Known for Museums, Cathedrals and Historical
Get away to Roskilde! Enjoy the museums, camping and live music.

Reasons to visit

  • Viking Ship Museum
A calm waterfront with docked boats, a pier with people, and buildings with red roofs.
Naestved
Known for Monuments, Fishing and Beer
Experience quaint Naestved: its monuments, fishing, golf and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Herlufsholm Kirke
A harbor with a large naval ship, smaller boats, and traditional buildings along the waterfront.
Koge
Known for Monuments, Museums and Canoeing
Visit eastern Zealand and enjoy a lovely holiday or weekend break in Køge. Wonderful experiences and a variety of exciting opportunities await.
A beach with a wooden pier extending into the water, surrounded by sand and sparse vegetation.
Rodby
Known for Ferries and boats, Camping and Theme parks
Whether you're in Rodby on holiday or for a weekend getaway, you'll enjoy everything this charming town has to offer, such as its well-preserved historic town centre.
A river with a bridge, surrounded by trees and fields.
Holbaek
Known for Art, Forests and Castle
Shop till you drop and delve deep into the history of the old market town of Holbaek, which has many museums and fun activities to impress the whole family.
A historic brick building with a clock tower, arched windows, and a flag.
Ringsted
Known for Business, Monuments and Ruins
Once the center of Denmark’s royal power, today this commuter town has outlet shopping, superb museums, nature trails and one of the nation’s oldest bakeries.

Stay near popular Sjælland attractions