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Konge Højen

In Hjelm Forest, there is a small elevation by Hessel Stream known as the " Kings Rise".

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Konge Højen
Aabenraa, South Jutland
Ancient Monuments & Ruins
Photo: Aabenraa Tourist
Konge Højen
Photo: Aabenraa Tourist

It said that King Valdemar Sejr sailed to this place after his crusade in Estonia in 1219, on his way to Urnehoved Moot, where the assembled population saw the flag Dannebrog for the first time.

Would you like to follow in the historical footsteps at the King’s Hill yourself? Then put on your walking shoes and bring a bottle of water for the trip.

There are several entrances to Hjelm Forest; parking is available, among other places, at Hjelm Allé.

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Kongens Forhøjning, Aabenraa

6200 Aabenraa

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