In Frederiksborg Castle lake you find ‘Den Lille Færge’. The ferry is run entirely by volunteers, and the proceeds go to her upkeep.

Boating in Royal North Sealand

North Sealand offers several ways you can get on the water and see the landscapes from a different perspective.

In Frederiksborg Castle lake you find ‘Den Lille Færge’. The ferry is run entirely by volunteers, and the proceeds go to her upkeep. – © Hillerød Kommune

Enjoy fine wine and delicious food while the night's band sets up a cosy mood for your cruise along the Danish Riviera and the good life. – © David Castor

Boating is, and has always been, a favourite activity for royals all over Europe – and Denmark is no different.

A boat trip on Lake Arresø takes about an hour, into a world where peace and tranquillity are the hallmarks, only disturbed by herons, marsh harriers and proud ospreys circling the lake. The many species of ducks and fish and the abundance of small bird species are all part of life on the lake.

M/S Frederikke in Arresø ferried passengers between the islands inside Copenhagen with space for 120 people. Today, refitted for comfort, she carries 50 people. – © Erik Pedersen

You can also sail from the Royal Chalup-house by Fredensborg Palace over the serene waters of Lake Esrum to the Kings’ or Queens’ Forest in the UNESCO World Heritage Gribskov Forest. The trip takes about 20 minutes and on warm summer weekends the lake comes alive with small boats cruise at a leisurely pace.

Lake Esrum can be considered Denmark’s royal lake and the royal family open the ferry season every year. – © Henrik Numelin / Visit NorthSealand

From mid-May to mid-September, the Little Ferry sails the Frederiksborg Castle Lake and seats up to 30 people. It takes you from the town centre, to the rose garden, to the baroque garden, and back to the town centre.

Or you can cruise along the Danish Riviera aboard the M/S Pernille. The cruise takes you around the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kronborg Castle and into either the Sound or Kattegat. From the cosy comforts of your seat on the deck, you can enjoy a luxury meal and feast your eyes on the beautiful Danish coast with small fishing villages.

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