Damhus Lake – View of Herstedhøje loop from Peter Bangs Vej

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Damhus Lake – View of Herstedhøje loop from Peter Bangs Vej

Moderate

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Damhus Lake – View of Herstedhøje loop from Peter Bangs Vej

03:05

50.9km

200m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 24 m for 13 m

After 50.9 km for 13 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.56 km

Damhus Lake

Highlight • Lake

water fountain

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2.73 km

Damhus Lake Dam

Highlight • Monument

The western corner of the dam. It separates the lake, the meadow, and the housing area.

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10.8 km

View of Copenhagen

Highlight • Viewpoint

12.2 km

View of Herstedhøje

Highlight • Viewpoint

Very steep hill with a max gradient of around 13-14%. The asphalt is very bad, so be careful when riding down this monstrosity. Komoot says it's gravel, but it's not …

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14.1 km

Herstedhøje Forest

Highlight • Forest

Gravel road through the dense forest of Herstedhøje

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33.5 km

Vikingevej

Highlight • Historical Site

beautiful forest near the ancient Viking village

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43.3 km

Battery Train Magazine, Vestvolden

Highlight • Historical Site

While you cycle through this area, you are going on a journey back in time. You'll find old buildings like the Batteritogsmagasin and information about them.

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