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Café Gulland, right in the centre of Roskilde on the corner of Gullandsstræde and Borchsgade en route to the Tourist Office, goes back to the 17th century when there was a public house here known by t...

In the center of the old cathedral town Roskilde lies a beautiful house from 1915 built in a classic mansion-style. A rare architectural gem in one of the nicest neighbourhoods in Roskilde. 

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The natural history guides of Skjoldungelandet offer guided walks through the scenic areas of the new National Park Roskilde Lejre .

The rugged scenery of the cultural-historical landscape are unfam...

Kino, the cinema of Roskilde, is designed with the latest techniques to provide you with a supreme experience. It consists of five halls equipped with new projectors, THX loudspeakers and other cool s...

ÅBEN DANS Roskilde (Open Dance) is part of the Musicon Roskilde, a new creative musical region. It is one of the most touring modern dance companies in Denmark and meets the audience in a mix of humou...

In the gallery Art Corner you can watch the owner and visual artist Annemette Møbjerg working in her studio. The art on display are mainly paintings, but also ceramics, jewellery and artware.

The Ar...

The Lønager Strandpark is a recreational area in Jyllinge north of Roskilde....

Europcar is the largest car rental company in Denmark offering short time rental and leasing of cars, vans and trucks and busses for 7 – 17 persons....

The Sct. Hans Centre of Psychiatry was founded in 1816 and is the oldest psychiatric hotel in Denmark. The Museum is situated in the basement of "Kurhus" (the Cure House) in the western area. 

The ex...

The parish of Jyllinge has two churches - the old medieval church situated in the old part of Jyllinge - Kirkestræde 9, and the new modern Hellig Kors Kirke from 2008 at Agerskellet 10.

The old chur...

The Christmas Train in Roskilde runs from the last Saturday of November to the 23rd December. 

Departure at Stændertorvet approx. 3 times an hour. On weekdays from 12 a.m., on Saturdays from 10 a.m. ...

Book a guided tour in Roskilde and get the most out of your visit!

Choose between:
 
- A guided walk in Roskilde with the historical sights
- The Roskilde Cathedral
- The Viking Museum
- The Roskilde...

The two boulders, the Bolund boulder and the Odde boulder, have been brought here by the glaciers of the Ice Age. Their circumference is 12 metres....

The Jyllinge Marina is situated in a beautiful part of the Roskilde Fjord rich on isles. The approach east of the isle "Lilleø" is buoyed.

Nevertheless, it is not recommended to call into the marina...

The Old Timer M/S Sagafjord with beautiful teak mahogany and brass interior takes you on a cruise in the wake of the Vikings on Roskilde Fjord.

Setting out from Roskilde Harbour the ship sails in th...

In Skomagergade in Roskilde the history of the town is cut in stone. Along the pedestrian street are 15 granite tiles telling the story of the place, e.g. the executioner of the town, the ...

Roskilde Racing Centre welcomes you to the largest and most fantastic go-cart centre in the Northern Europe with up to 20 carts per race.

Explore a world full of adventure at the website and choose ...

Roskilde Hawker & Music Market, 3.-5. may 2013 & 9.-11. august 2013, is one of the largest of its kind in Denmark. 350 stalls, live music with famous Danish artists and lots of entertainment - a true ...

The three giant jars at the square by the railway station in Roskilde are designed by the famous Danish artist Peter Brandes. They are 5 metres tall and weigh about 24 tons altogether.

They were best...

The shop and café Bjergtrolden in Roskilde has one of the largest selections of Danish and foreign bottled beers in Denmark and a huge selection of quality spirits and wines from all over the world.
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Gundsømagle Lake bird santuary is a huge area with two bird towers, 800 m pathways and a unique gangway in the cane forest.The 300 hectare lake area houses ple...

At Roskilde outdoor skate park you can either use your skateboard, roller skates or BMX bike. There is no admission fee and the park is open from sunrise till the electric lights are switched off.

T...

Wednesdays and Saturdays are Market Days in Roskilde where Stændertorvet, the square by the Roskilde Catheral, is transformed into a festive, colourful spectacle.

The market offers all kinds of thing...

The tent site Salvadparken is situated in a hilly area north of Roskilde at the biking trail "Fjordstien" only 50 m from the fjord. Access from the A6 Frederiksborg...

The Restaurant Håndværkeren in  Roskilde is only open for parties from 10 - 150 persons on appointment. Tourist groups are welcome....

Nice family restaurant with McDrive and in- /outdoor playground.Roskilde Lejre Turistbureau...

Veddelev Beach Harbour is a quiet and beautifully situated marina. There is good anchorage where you can spend the night close to Veddelev Beach Harbour. Also a bathing jetty and beach nor...

At the glass gallery "Glasgalleriet" in Roskilde the most beautiful glasses, dishes, vases etc. are shaped by fascinating transformation of a lump of melted glass into beautiful Danish handicraft prod...

The farm shop at "Bondegården" in Veksø 15 km north-west of Roskilde offers delicious low-fat ecological meat from Hereford cattle grazing on ecological areas all year round. 

From the 11st November ...

Green InSight invite you on a travel in the environmental world. Watch the technologies close-up and improve your knowledge of new initiatives within climate and environment. 

Replace the office work...

Galleri Boserup welcomes you to a new season with new sculptures, exciting exhibitions and concerts. The gallery has a permanent exhibition of stone sculptures - "LIVING STONE" - crea...

The Christmas Tree Lighting in Roskilde always takes place on the last Saturday of November. It is an event full of fun and traditions starting at 3 p.m....

4th of August 2013

The Opera at Palæfløjen in Roskilde is a recurrent event taking place every year. The concert is an extract of the present year's repertoire at the Royal Opera in Copenhagen. 

The...

The Bolund Stone north of Roskilde by Salvadparken and the Bolund peninsula is a remnant of the ice age. The legend has it that a sorceress tried to throw the stone at the Roskilde Cathedral.

Howeve...

Situated in the middle of Zealand close to public transport The Roskilde Congress & Sports Centre is ideal for any kind of big assembly. 

ConferencesMeetingsFairsSports eventsConcertsTheatreParties ...

In one of the wings of the Roskilde Palace local artists exhibit various art all year round. In the summertime sculptures adorn the palace garden which also hostes concerts. 

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Roskildegalleriet/Zinkingpeople is an unorthodox, intimate and informal gallery situated in an exciting old machine factory from 1863. 

The international, privately owned art gallery was established ...

The Himmelev Church is open on weekdays during the day, however, it is closed to visitors during ceremonial services.For opening beyond opening hours, please call&n...

At Roskilde Harbour you can dance for free every Wednesday in the summertime; or you can join "Havnebanden" - the big accompanying band of fiddlers.

Don't worry about a partner - there will be someo...

At Roskilde Fjord you can go paddling in a sea kayak and combine a marvellous experience with healthy exercise! 

Outdoor-Company offers:
Guided eventful tripsIntroduction coursesGuided sunset tripsRe...

At the Restaurant Vigen in Roskilde you can enjoy a delicious meal overlooking the entire town from opposite the fjord. The restaurant takes pride in providing exceptional food from fresh basics prepa...

The bright and cosy environment of Café Vivaldi at Ro's Torv in Roskilde makes you feel at home immediately ready to enjoy one of the delicious meals on the menu or a nice cup of coffee.

In summer y...

The Atelier Under in Roskilde consists of 11 ambitious artists working with paintings, light installations, sculptures, silk screen prints and art dresses.

Gl. Vor Frue Church in Roskilde is a travertine church with three naves from the end of the 11th century and a brick facing wall of a later date.

About 1160 a Cistercian convent was built to the sou...

Café Mulle-Rudi is situated in an old merchant's yard, Djalma Lunds Gård, in the heart of Roskilde.

In the summertime drinks are served in the pleasant surroundings of the garden.


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Gimle is the local music venue of Roskilde and the place where students and young people meet. It is situated in the old water works in the city center.

Since year 2000 Gimle has been deeply involved...

Hotel Prindsen is situated in the centre of Roskilde, in the heart of Zealand. With 300 years behind it, Hotel Prindsen is one of the oldest hotels in operation in Denmark, although is is really only ...

The restaurant of the Hotel Viby Kro serves traditional Danish food. At the hotel which is located right by Viby Sj. railway station you can experience the time spirit of King Frederik VII. 

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Jewellery for witches and gorgeous women!
In 2004 the artist Ingrid Hvid was introduced to production of glass beads. She was fancied by it and has worked with it ever since.

The beads which are usua...

The Wittrup Motel is built as a traditional American one-storey motel with parking in front of the rooms. The motel is situated centrally between Roskilde and Copenhagen and close to green areas and l...