Damhussøen, a region in the western part of Copenhagen, presents a distinctive natural area centered around Damhussøen lake and Damhusengen meadow. This cultural landscape, historically a water supply for the city, now serves as a significant recreational space. Its accessible gravel paths and diverse natural features make it suitable for several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, and more. The area offers a serene escape within an urban setting, characterized by rich plant life and varied bird species.
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5.0
(4)
180
hikers
3.41km
00:51
0m
0m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.3
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24
hikers
16.4km
04:09
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
hikers
5.68km
01:26
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
hikers
22.2km
05:37
30m
50m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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680
runners
10.2km
01:03
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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380
runners
5.63km
00:35
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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205
runners
4.79km
00:30
20m
20m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

107
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
(14)
397
riders
75.4km
03:09
130m
130m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.7
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238
riders
66.4km
02:43
250m
250m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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179
riders
40.3km
01:47
170m
170m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

49
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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3.8
(12)
167
riders
51.6km
02:55
90m
90m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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94
riders
47.5km
03:10
140m
140m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.7
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97
riders
21.0km
01:15
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

46
riders
49.5km
02:57
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(23)
218
riders
41.7km
02:15
150m
150m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.9
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206
riders
65.9km
03:32
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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116
riders
58.6km
03:19
240m
240m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
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124
riders
46.5km
02:26
140m
140m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.0
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51
riders
44.0km
03:05
140m
140m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

41
riders
47.3km
02:38
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
17
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Damhussøen offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. The region features 3 routes, which have an average rating of 4.47 stars from more than 14,000 ratings. More than 307,000 visitors have explored the area.
The area around Damhussøen Lake and Damhusengen Meadow features accessible gravel paths suitable for hiking. These paths offer views of the lake's birdlife and diverse flora. For more details, refer to the Hiking around Damhussøen guide.
Yes, Damhussøen has gravel paths that are suitable for various forms of cycling, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. These paths provide a pleasant experience around the lake and meadow. Information on routes can be found in the Cycling around Damhussøen guide.
Damhussøen is suitable for families, featuring two natural playgrounds and football fields north of Damhusengen. The accessible gravel paths around the lake and meadow are also suitable for leisurely family walks. Explore options in the Family-friendly hikes around Damhussøen guide.
Yes, Damhussøen offers accessible gravel paths that encircle the lake and run along the edge of Damhusengen meadow, providing easy walking options. These elevated paths offer good views and are suitable for all activity levels. For specific routes, consult the Easy hikes around Damhussøen guide.
Damhussøen is characterized by Damhussøen Lake and Damhusengen Meadow. The lake supports rich plant life and various fish species, while the meadow features diverse flora like purple loosestrife and common reed. The area is also a habitat for birds, and bats can be observed in the evenings.
Yes, Damhussøen offers dog-friendly trails. Visitors can find suitable routes for walking with their dogs around the lake and meadow. For specific recommendations, refer to the Dog-friendly hikes around Damhussøen guide.
Komoot offers several guides for Damhussøen, including Hiking around Damhussøen, Running Trails around Damhussøen, and Cycling around Damhussøen. Other guides cover family-friendly, easy, and dog-friendly routes, as well as options from bus stations and traffic-free bike rides.
Damhussøen is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 307,000 visitors having explored the region. The available routes have received an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 stars from over 14,000 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Damhussøen is located in the western part of Copenhagen, making it accessible via public transport. Specific routes starting from bus stations are available for those relying on public transit. Consult the Hikes from bus stations around Damhussøen guide for detailed information.
Damhussøen is managed by Københavns Kommune (Copenhagen Municipality). Official information, including a downloadable brochure, can be found on the municipality's website. The relevant resource is kk.dk.

