Villingebæk Beach – Neckhead lighthouse loop from Højstrup

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Villingebæk Beach – Neckhead lighthouse loop from Højstrup

Hard

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Villingebæk Beach – Neckhead lighthouse loop from Højstrup

04:36

42.3km

190m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Tips

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Nationalpark Kongernes Nordsjælland

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.47 km

Skåninge Dam

Lake

14.2 km

Villingebæk Beach

Highlight • Beach

Located between the more popular beaches of Dronningmølle and Hornbæk, this beach is really quiet and close to the Route 47 cycleway. Hop off the bike and enjoy a spectacular view on the sea!

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16.2 km

Lighthouse History Museum at Nakkehoved

Highlight • Monument

In 1771-72, two beacons with coal fires on top of the towers were built at Nakkehoved. They formed an essential part of the lighthouse display along the international sea route …

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21.6 km

Neckhead lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Very nice lighthouse with of course a great view over the Baltic Sea. Next door there is a clean restroom and an instant coffee machine.

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31.2 km

Hornbæk NyKirke was built in 1737 to serve the local coastal fishing community. Its whitewashed walls and red-tiled roof sit near Hornbæk's harbour and the entrance into Kongernes Nordsjælland National Park.

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31.2 km

Entrance to Kongernes Nordsjælland National Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Kongernes Nordsjælland National Park is an open landscape with no single main entrance or admission fee. You can enter the park through numerous access points scattered across the region, including …

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33.0 km

Stranden ved Hornbæk Plantage

Beach

42.3 km

End point

Train Station

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