The rhododendron park
One of Denmark's largest collections of rhododendrons. The park is open to the public on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 2 to 6 PM. Entrance from Gl. Ringstedvej.
Experiences for free
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In Køge there are many free experiences to explore. Check out the bird tower at Ølsemagle Sand Bar, take a walk on the beach or visit the model ship builders. You can also find a concert in one of the churches in Køge, as admission is usually free.
Be your own tour guide and explore Køge’s old town centre.
Use the online city walk guide or the map in VisitKøge's free tourist brochure, which you can pick up at our self-service tourism office.
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Study sculptures and art
Spread around the town of Køge, you will find several works of art. If you are practising art or just take an interest in art, you will get a lot of inspiration by studying these works. See an overview of the works (in Danish).
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Køge Maritime Model Building Guild
Marvel at the large model ships inspired by real ships from the 17th and 18th centuries. You can also see the workshop where the ships are built. Admission is free, and opening hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9 AM to 2 PM. Find out more here.
Nature experiences
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Bird sanctuary
A wonderful scenic experience is in store for you at Ølsemagle Revle (sand bar). This place is noted for its wealth of species of wading birds. In autumn almost any species of wading birds can be watched in the area. The birds can be viewed from the view tower.
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Churches in Køge
All churches in the Køge Bay region are extremely well preserved. The most interesting is St. Nicolai Church in Køge, which is worth a visit with its splendid wood carvings, an impressive altarpiece and several tombs in the church floor. In summer, you can climb the 44 metre high church tower to enjoy the view across the town and the bay. Before you visit the local churches, it is recommended to check their opening hours.