ETR // Stage 24 // Stege - Naksskov

54°59'00.9"N 12°16'51.3"E
54.983587, 12.280928
Stege - Naksskov
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Distance

Stege - Naksskov
Radius 100 km
172 km

Highlights

Møn Biosphere
Møn Dark Sky Park
Deep Space
Stege Trading Town
Campsites & Shelters
Bogø & Farø Bridge
Vordingborg town
Vordingborg Slot
Danmarks Borgcenter
Stubbekøbing Motorcycle Museum
Nykøbing Falster
Nakskov Fjord

Møn Biosphere, National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site

The islands south of Zealand (Sjælland) attract a lot of international tourists each year, mostly nature-orientated people such as walkers, campers, hikers, cyclists, kayakkers, motorcyclists, scientists, sailing fanatics and explorers alike. If you're looking for some vulgar holiday park with inflatable castles, shit beer and grilled pigs, then this is not the place for you!

Gazing back into deep space

The National Park is geared towards mature travelers and tourists that have the capacity to appreciate nature, the remoteness, the silence, the plant and insect life, and above all, the Biosphere and The Dark Sky where you can see right out into space with just your own eyes at night, peering directly into far away galaxies. The light from these far-off nebulae has travelled for millions of years to reach your eyeballs, to let you know that those stars are out there. At least, they were, when the light left them...

Camping in the southern archipelago

Denmark's coast is peppered with great wild camping locations and established shelters that you can overnight at for free, provided that you leave the area the way you found it, and clean everything up after your visit. 99.9% of civilised people can understand the importance of this, but there's always that 0.1% that were apparently raised by rats. Anyway, camping, in any of its forms, is a great way to get under the skin of the Scandinavian region. Just remember to put the fire out, before you leave!

The concept of Allemannsretten

Both Sweden and Norway have a system called 'Allemannsretten', meaning freedom to roam for anyone, anywhere, anytime - within responsible limits. The right of public access not only gives rights, there are also obligations. When exercising the right of public access, visitors must act considerately and cautiously, meaning you must take into account others who are out in nature, as well as permanent residents, cottage residents and agriculture, and others who make their livelihood in nature. Similar regulations in Denmark, just a tighter interpretation.

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Dave O'Byrne
European Touring Route AS

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Vordingborg - Danmarks Borgcenter

Vordingborg is one of Denmarks most unique historical sites, as it is where the Dannebrog (the Danish national flag) arrived in Denmark for the first time. In the middle of Vordingborg you'll find the old castle area, a beautiful and historic place where you can enjoy the green areas laced with the atmosphere of deep history, and the view over the water. It was here that Denmarks first constitution was ratified, and from here the Vendertogts departed under the leadership of Bishop Absalon. And it was here the kingdom of Denmark gathered after years of division under Valdemar the Great (1157-1182).

Having fun with The Hanseatic League

Valdemar II (Valdemar the victorious) similarly used the castle for expansion into the Baltic, and in 1241 it was where he created the reformed legal system, the Law of Jutland. This was Denmarks most important castle in the 14th century, and several kings have had their residence here. Legend has it that Valdemar Atterdag used the symbolism of the 9 castle towers to taunt the Hanseatic League. The castle was the birthplace of Queen Margaret I of Denmark, daughter of Valdemar IV, in 1353. Onwards to Naksskov via Nykøbing Falster.

Ferry from Bogø to Stubbekøbing

If you don't feel like taking Farø Bridge and the motorway from Møn or Vordingborg to get to Falster and Lolland, you can head back to Bogø (close to Farø Bridge) and take the ferry over to Stubbekøbing. Here, you can visit Stubbekøbing Motorcycle Museum before making your way south to Nykøbing Falster, or westwards along the country roads, to Maribo and eventually Naksskov.

A nice evening in Naksskov

Characterised by its beautiful setting at the end of Nakskov Fjord, Nakskov is the biggest town on Lolland. It has many charming historic lanes and streets, among these one of the oldest pedestrian streets in Denmark. Experience the beautiful bay landscape on a trip with the former fjord Post Boat or visit Frederiksdal Cherry Wine where you get to taste the winery’s world famous cherry wine. Alternatively, grab one of the great craft beers this part of the world is known for.

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