Skamlingsbanken

Experience spectacular views from the highest point in Southern Jutland

Skamlingsbanken, at 113 metres above sea level, is Southern Jutland’s highest point. The natural area offers fine views over Lillebælt (the Little Belt) and the surrounding natural landscape, consisting of beech woods, undulating fields and hedges running along roads and field boundaries.

Surrounding this site once stood five groups of trees. These represented the cooperation between the five Nordic countries: beech (Denmark), birch (Sweden), spruce (Norway), juniper (Finland) and Rowan (Iceland). Skamlingsbanken was created during the last ice age when a glacier penetrated Lillebælt and pushed great quantities of stones, gravel and clay in front of it. The glacier stopped at Skamling, leaving behind hills and ravines.

If you want to learn more, Skamling’s cultural and natural history is described in the pavilion located in the car park.

What do the visitors say?

Skamlingsbanken is a beautiful lookout point with an exciting history. The place invites you for a walk in the area where you can enjoy the view. It is possible to buy ice cream and eat on site. You can enjoy the sunset from here as well.

Nice place with beautiful views and interesting monuments, not far from Kolding. Several well marked trails where you can have a nice walk

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