Frederiksværk | From cannons to canal idyll

Ann Jørgensen

Daniel Overbeck

The city of Frederiksværk is characterised by the canal that connects Lake Arresø with Roskilde Fjord. Through the city centre, the water slowly flows, bringing nature into the urban landscape. The canal is the lifeblood of the city itself, as it has supplied energy to the industry here since the eighteenth century.

The man-made canal that runs through the town can be followed from the woods to Denmark’s largest lake, Arresø. During the summer, you can go sailing on the beautiful old wooden ship, the M/S Frederikke.

Enjoy a break in one of the city’s squares: the quaint Nordtorv, the new Valsetorvet or on the lawn in front of the city’s cultural centre, Gjethuset. The majestic building plays host to exhibitions, concerts and other cultural events all year round.

Frederiksværk is also famed for its proud landmark, the Gunpowder Works, where gunpowder was mixed, and cannonballs for the Dybbøl cannons were cast. At the gunpowder works, you can see the old water-powered machines in operation, and there are daily guided tours during the summer season.

Welcome to Frederiksværk.

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Address

Nørregade

3300

Coordinates

Longitude: 12.019584

Latitude: 55.975541

Sights, attractions and activities

In the industrial city of Frederiksværk, you can visit the old gunpowder works that tell the story of life-endangering work with gunpowder production. Join an exciting themed city walk during the summer season or take a wonderful sailing journey on Denmark’s largest lake, Arresø.

Arresø Sightseeing onboard M/S Frederikke

If you want to experience an unspoilt and unique scenery, then take a boat trip with the M / S Frederikke tour boat on Lake Arresø - Denmark's largest lake with an area of almost 41 km2.

Gjethuset | Culture house in Frederiksværk

The foundry was built in 1761-1769 by General Classen as a cannon foundry and became in 1928 the United Iron Foundries.

The Gunpowder Works Museum in Frederiksværk

The Gunpowder Works Museum is an exciting attraction for both adults and children. The gunpowder mills are lined up in the beautiful landscape along the canal that runs through Frederiksværk town.

Fjordstien | Route 40

Fjordstien is a bicycle and hiking path along Roskilde Fjord and Isefjord. It gives you the possibility to experience the landscape, the nature and th...

Dronningholm Castle Ruin

Started by Valdemar the Great (dead 1182) accomplished ca. 1200 by Valdemar Victory. A solid castleconstruction with moats and drawbridge near Arresø...

Arresø | Denmark's largest lake

Arresø is the largest lake in Denmark, and it offers lots of different outdoor activities.

Places to eat

If you are hungry, you will find several good places in Frederiksværk, the hunger can be satisfied. Find both cosy cafes and restaurants.

Accomodation

Look here where you can get a good night's sleep in the city..and maybe feel like staying a little longer.

Shopping

Frederiksværk has the nicest pedestrian street and a small nice shopping centre at the end of the pedestrian street. You will find over 150 different shops in the city.

Also see this...

Rock concerts in Gjethuset, working farms you can visit, sailing on Lake Arresø, city walks and exhibitions.

Experiences you won’t want to miss

Halsnæs is an area filled with exciting sights and experiences all year round. We’ve gathered together some of the highlights here – and you won’t want to miss them.

Visit the farm Grønnehavegaard

Three generations welcome the guests at the four-length yellow half-timbered yard in Vinderød at Frederiksværk. Here are 15 different animals and you can help feed and clap them.

Begivenheder i Frederiksværk

Hop ombord på Frederikke og sejl ud på Danmarks største sø, Arresø, eller flyv om kap med drager i Liseleje. Hvis du ikke hellere vil til koncert i Gjethuset eller på rundvisning på Krudtværket.

Visit a cosy village

There are many beautiful places to visit in the area, but we especially recommend you stop at one of these small but charming villages.

Ølsted

South of Frederiksværk is Ølsted. Situated amid beautiful scenery and with a view that reaches as far as Lynæs and Roskilde Cathedral.

Torup Village

The small village of Torup between Hundested and Frederiksværk is home to the Dyssekilde eco-community

Det lille fiskerleje Kikhavn ved Hundested. Smukke gamle gårde med stråtage

Kikhavn Fishing Hamlet

Idyllic Kikhavn near Hundested is an old fishing hamlet and village on the north side of Halsnæs in North Sealand.

The idylic village of Lynæs

Lynæs is located in the shelter (’ly’ in Danish) of the high cliffs along the ’nose’ (næs’ in Danish) at the entrance to Isefjord, just south of Hunde...

Practical information

Here you will find useful information for planning and use during your vacation.

Find opening hours at the tourist information, plan your holiday, see the map of the city, how to get around by public transport, read the large holiday magazine for North Sealand, and where to rent a bike? Get answers to this and more here.