Holbaek

Travel Guide
Shop till you drop and delve deep into the history of the old market town of Holbaek, which has many museums and fun activities to impress the whole family.

Holbaek has an abundance of shops, eateries and cultural as well as historical attractions for all ages. No matter what you like, there is something to do here all year round. Do you prefer relaxation and pampering, or to enjoy the hygge of the city or an action experience? Holbaek has everything.

Holbaek was reportedly founded by Valdemar the Conqueror in the thirteenth century as a market and port town, and the original street layout is largely still intact to this day. Learn more about the history of Holbaek at the Holbaek Museum, as well as at the folksy open-air museum Andelslandsbyen Nyvang, where you and your family can learn about old ways of life and crafts.

Go skating on the Isrosen ice rink in the winter, followed by a tour of the local museums, or enjoy a boat trip on the Ise Fjord, a game of golf or a visit to one of the town's inspiring art galleries such as Aeglageret in the summer.

As in other Danish market towns, most shops in Holbaek are clustered around one big, busy market street. From here, there is only a few minutes’ walk to the water where you can take boat trips on the fjords, perhaps with a stop on the island of Oro. The latter is particularly popular with children and those young at heart, as the island offers an excellent zoo with animals from all around the world.

Make sure you don’t miss out on the beautiful scenery that surrounds the town whilst on city break in Holbaek. While the fjord sets the scene for kayaking, fishing as well as swimming, Tuse Naes, located just north of Holbaek, is a lush, hilly area where you can hike and bike on the beautiful path Fjordstien.

It's easy to take a weekend stay in Holbaek, as you can get trains from both Kalundborg and Copenhagen to Holbaek. There are also several buses in the town that can connect you to the main sights on a daily basis. If you arrive by car, you can follow the Holbaek Motorway directly from Copenhagen to Holbaek. Holbaek is located 45 miles west of Copenhagen Airport. There are frequent regional trains connecting Copenhagen and Holbaek. Note that you may find Copenhagen written in Danish as Kobenhavn in Danish timetables.

You should certainly have a holiday in Holbaek if you are looking for a city with great sightseeing, fun outdoor activities, interesting art and lots of shopping, all in one place.

Hotel Strandparken
Hotel Strandparken
3 out of 5
Kalundborgvej 58, Holbaek
The price is P6,236 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
P6,236
P7,796 total
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Dec 7 - Dec 8
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Holbaek. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a conference center. Popular attractions Strandparken Holbaek ...
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Hørby Færgekro
Hørby Færgekro
3.5 out of 5
1 Strandvejen, Holbaek
The price is P7,943 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
P7,943
P9,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Stay at this 3.5-star inn in Holbaek. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (397 reviews)
"Hyggelige rammer med fantastisk udsigt over Holbæk fjord. Få menuer, men super lækkert. Super personale"

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Hørby Færgekro
Hotel Sidesporet
Hotel Sidesporet
3 out of 5
Ahlgade 1B, Holbaek, Sealand
The price is P8,276 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
P8,276
P10,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Holbaek. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Gallery Juel Verland Art and Aeglageret are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (257 reviews)
"A decent hotel & great choice in Holbaek. It can get noisy if there is a function & there’s no soundproofing between floors- so ask for the top floor. A bit light on breakfast choices especially if you’re a vegan & they do allow smoking in the courtyard which does drift into the rooms. But overall ..."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2023

Hotel Sidesporet
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First Camp Holbæk Fjord
First Camp Holbæk Fjord
3 out of 5
Sofiemindes Allé 1, Holbaek
Stay at this 3-star beach campground in Holbaek. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Holbaek Golf Club and St. Nikolai Church ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jun 24, 2024

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Strandsegård Ferielejligheder
Strandsegård Ferielejligheder
3 out of 5
Strandsegårdsvej 1, Olsted, Sealand
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Olsted. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Olsted Kirke and Kregme Church are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
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Reviewed on Oct 5, 2024

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🌞 Big Renovated Cottage With Soul and Love 🌞
3 out of 5
Kirke Hyllinge
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