Fændrikhus – Hvinanden Shelter loop from Esrum Abbey

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Denmark

Capital Region of Denmark

Gribskov

Fændrikhus – Hvinanden Shelter loop from Esrum Abbey

Moderate

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Fændrikhus – Hvinanden Shelter loop from Esrum Abbey

04:08

15.9km

90m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Nationalpark Kongernes Nordsjælland

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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409 m

Krogdalsegen Oak

Highlight • Natural Monument

This oak, 28 m high and more than 7 m in circumference, is one of the 40 thickest trees in Denmark. Easily recognized on the bench.

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10.7 km

A so-called grooved stone: Someone tried to split this stone. First, holes or grooves were made in the stone, then it was split with wedges. This particular stone was unsuccessful. There are other such stones in Gribskov.

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11.1 km

Fændrikhus

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The name of the house goes back to a big black brow stallion named Fændrik. This horse had its big time when Christian IV (1577-1648) was king. In the immediate …

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11.7 km

Picnic Area and Bathing Jetty at Lake Esrum

Highlight • Rest Area

There are many rest areas by the lake. This one not only has a pavilion with a barbecue area, but also a bathing jetty and freestanding tables, so there is room for several small groups at the same time.

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12.6 km

Troldanen Shelter at Esrum Lake

Highlight • Mountain Hut

New shelters were set up at Esrum Lake in 2021. I don't know whether the shelters can be booked on the Naturstyrelsen website. All shelters have a bench in front …

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12.7 km

Hvinanden Shelter

Highlight • Mountain Hut

New shelters were set up at Esrum Lake in 2021. I don't know whether the shelters can be booked on the Naturstyrelsen website. All shelters have a bench in front of them and a fireplace and access to the lake.

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13.5 km

Bench with a view of the lake in Kongernes Nordsjælland National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

A peaceful bench with beautiful views across the lake in Kongernes Nordsjælland National Park. A perfect little spot to pause and enjoy the quiet natural surroundings.

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13.8 km

Blishønen Shelter

Highlight • Mountain Hut

New shelters were set up at Esrum Lake in 2021. As far as I know, the shelter cannot be booked. First come first serve. All shelters have a bench in …

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15.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.0 km

521 m

297 m

107 m

Surfaces