Haraldskær Sinatur Hotel

The Ecology Centre

Find a car holiday in Denmark to suit your summer, autumn or winter holiday. Risskov has a good selection of options and child-friendly hotels. If your trip takes you to Vejle, visit Økolariet, a unique knowledge and experience centre with exciting interactive exhibitions on nature, the environment and technology. Admission is free and you can come in for experiences, knowledge and inspiration. It is a world of impressions and experiences. Local and global topics on the state of nature, the water cycle, waste and recycling, energy and resources, housing and consumption, planning and dialogue, technology and innovation, architecture and the urban laboratory are presented. Find the right car holiday or mini break at Risskov and get away with the whole family.

Royal Jelling

Not far from Billund is Kongernes Jelling, an experience centre in Jelling where visitors can travel back over 1000 years in time, to the Viking Age, when kings Gorm the Old and Harald Bluetooth lived and set their rune stones in Jelling. Find a cheap car holiday with child-friendly hotels at Risskov and set off on a self-drive holiday to Central Jutland with the whole family. One of the greatest gems in Danish history is the Viking fortress built by Harald Bluetooth. It is the largest Viking fortress in Denmark and helped to make the Danish population Christian and also united Denmark into one nation. Get a good thrill when the Vikings' brutal sacrifices come close, take a tour of Gorm the Old's burial mound and learn more about how it was that Harald Bluetooth managed to unite the Danish kingdom. Take a look through the digital binoculars and see what Jelling looked like 1000 years ago.

Visit the impressive Jelling Monuments, consisting of two rune stones as well as two very large mounds and a church, and the marking of a 1.4 km long palisade fence surrounding the whole area. The Jelling Monuments are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy your trip to one of Denmark's most beautiful regions and remember to bring the kids. Access to both the discovery centre and the monument area is free. Find a cheap hotel stay for the whole family and go on a driving holiday in Denmark with Risskov.

Jelling Monuments

Go on a driving holiday in Denmark and discover the exciting history hidden all around the country. Find a cheap holiday at Risskov and take the whole family to Jelling, where you can visit the impressive Viking Age monument site. The Jelling monuments consist of two rune stones, two very large mounds, Europe's largest stone settlement and the marking of a 1.4 km long palisade fence that surrounds the entire area. Right in the middle of the monument is Jelling Church, a Romanesque stone church from 1100, where Gorm the Old was reburied in 2000. The small rune stone was erected by Gorm the Old and is the oldest testimony to the name of Denmark. For the same reason, the stone is called Denmark's name certificate. The large rune stone was erected by Harald Bluetooth and marks the transition from paganism to Christianity and is therefore also known as Denmark's baptismal certificate.

The monument is considered to be Europe's finest Viking monument and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1994.

Bluetooth technology, used for wireless communication in mobile phones and computers, is named after the Danish king, Harald Bluetooth, because of his ability to communicate between different factions. You can learn much more about the monument and the Viking Age at the Jelling Royal Experience Centre. It's free to visit both the monument area and the visitor centre, so with a cheap hotel stay from Risskov for the trip, you're set for a great day of Danish history! Find the perfect self-drive holiday with Risskov and learn more about our ancestors and cultural heritage in Jelling.

Fjordenhus

In June 2018, Vejle got a brand new and very special landmark. The world-famous Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson is behind Fjordenhus, a unique building located on Vejle's waterfront. The artwork is packed with details and unconventional angles, and nature has been thought into the construction itself.

The 9,000 square metre building rises 28 metres from the harbour basin and consists of four interconnected cylinders that connect the fjord to the city. The building is made so that it is possible to sail through in a kayak and experience a very special angle. The top of the building is planted with solar panels and at night it is lit from within, almost looking like a lighthouse in the dark.

The walls of the building are made up of thousands of narrow rectangular bricks, with several blue and green stones in between. The green stones dominate the lower part of the building, around the fjord, while the blue ones become more numerous as the building rises towards the sky. And this is just one example of how nature has been taken into account. Another example is a sculpture that is alternately revealed and hidden by the tide.

Thus, it is a unique building where art and architecture merge into one, in beautiful harmony with the surrounding nature.

The ground floor is open to the public every day between 07.00 and 24.00 and there are regular guided tours where you can get an insight into the artist's thoughts and ideas behind the design of the building and the various works of art it houses.

Gorilla Park Vejle

Gorilla Park Vejle is an adventure climbing park with 6 individual obstacle courses that take you through the treetops of Nørreskov.  The courses vary in heights and degree in difficulty, so there are challenges for both young and old. Here you can cut loose in the best Tarzan and Jane style. 

Vejle Music Theatre

Go on a driving holiday in Denmark and discover the many exciting cities waiting for your visit. Vejle is one of many great options and you can find child-friendly hotels at Risskov. If your trip is to Vejle, don't forget to visit Vejle Music Theatre which is located in the centre of Vejle. There are lots of exciting things happening here. The theatre offers adventure, storytelling, musicals, concerts, lectures and other entertainment. Here you will get close to the great experiences and therefore it is worth taking a closer look at the theatre's programme if you like these types of experiences. The Music Theatre has a great location, just a stone's throw from the railway station, the main street and it has the city park as a neighbour. Find cheap hotels in the area at Risskov and take the family to experience Vejle Music Theatre. Plan a self-drive summer holiday and get away to discover Jutland.

Vejle

Find a cheap family holiday to Vejle and drive yourself to the lovely city in Southern Jutland. One of the interesting things to see in Vejle is Bindeballe Købmandsgård, which houses both a museum and an interesting shop. Also visit the Kulturmuseet in Spinderihallerne, which displays various exhibitions telling the story of Vejle. It is possible to take a virtual tour of Vejle during the Renaissance and there is also an exciting film about the cotton spinning industry that helped make Vejle famous. The museum also houses one of Denmark's famous bog herds and the Iron Age exhibition is quite interesting with hundreds of exhibits as well as a toy museum. If you have children with you, a visit to the Spinning Mill is highly recommended, and then there's the Ecology Museum, a real playground for the little ones. There are a number of permanent exhibitions on nature and the environment as well as natural resources and the climate, and through exhibitions and events visitors learn more about the nature and climate that surrounds us. Find child-friendly hotels for your self-drive holiday at Risskov and set off on an adventure at your own pace.

Givskud Zoo

In the middle of Jutland you will find Givskud Zoo. Go on safari with the whole family in your own car or on the safari bus and experience the exciting animals up close - just as if you were on the African savannah. Remember to keep the windows closed when the lions circle the car and when the zebras and giraffes pass by. You'll also find fun sea creatures, such as sea lions, and don't miss Denmark's largest dinosaur exhibit, with over 40 life-size specimens. The day will easily disappear when you are at Givskud Zoo.

Sculpture Park in Tørskind Gravel Pit

The Danish sculptor Robert Jacobsen, in collaboration with the French sculptor Jean Clareboudt, has transformed the former gravel pit in Tørskind into a sculpture park. The sculptures are made of iron, concrete, stone and wood and should be seen as a whole work in dialogue with nature. The exhibition is based on the sun's path across the sky during the course of a day and how light and sculpture affect each other. For this reason, the works are experienced differently depending on the time of day and year you visit Tørskind Gravel Pit.

The Tomb of the Egtved Girl

Book a cheap weekend break or mini holiday at Risskov and visit Egtved, west of Vejle, where the Egtved Girl was found in 1921 in an extremely well-preserved Bronze Age grave. Today the reconstructed burial mound can be seen and a small museum has been built on the site describing the rare find. The small museum displays a replica of the Egtved Girl's dress with jewellery and belt buckle. Go on a cheap car holiday in Denmark and visit this interesting place.

Sculpture Park Billund

At Skulpturpark Billund, art and nature merge into one, creating a landscape that invites you to relax and contemplate. The sculptures are placed along a 1.3 km long path, where at the time of writing there are 21 permanent works of art to experience. The aim is to add somewhere between 20 and 30 more sculptures over the next few years. Each sculpture has its own QR code, which can be scanned for more information on the individual artwork. Artists include Jens Galschiot, Sawako Ando and HRH Prince Henrik himself. The park is open all year round and is child, disabled and wheelchair friendly.

Billund

Billund, a small yet vibrant town in Denmark, is globally recognized as the birthplace of the LEGO toy brand, embodying a unique combination of creativity and cultural richness. This town is much more than a haven for toy enthusiasts; it stands as a dynamic center of innovation and family-friendly activities. The atmosphere in Billund is lively and welcoming, ideal for both relaxation and exploration. The highlight of the town, the renowned LEGOLAND theme park, attracts families and LEGO fans worldwide, offering an unparalleled journey through a world constructed from millions of LEGO bricks. Besides LEGOLAND, Billund also offers serene natural landscapes, perfect for enjoying outdoor activities such as cycling and walking. The town is steeped in cultural heritage, evident in its architecture and local museums, which provide insights into Danish traditions and lifestyle. Despite its modest size, Billund's warm and inviting community makes it an enchanting destination for those seeking a blend of whimsical fun and a taste of Danish culture.

Legoland

Find a cheap summer holiday at Risskov and drive yourself to Billund where the great experience is waiting. Find child-friendly hotels and get away on a cheap holiday to Legoland, which as always has plenty to offer. In the new ´Lego Ninjago World´ there are challenges to be met and overcome. Start as a ninja in Lloyd's Laser Maze, then take the ride over Cole's Climbing Wall, and the ultimate 'Lego Ninjago The Ride', the four elements of fire, lightning, earth and ice must be mastered to defeat 'The Great Devourer'. There are also options for cheap weekend breaks for the whole family, so start planning your next self-drive holiday with Risskov.

Lalandia

Take the whole family on a car holiday in Denmark and stop off at Lalandia in Billund, where you can experience all things watery; waterslides and wave pools, and for the grown-ups there are top-class wellness experiences. Find a cheap weekend break for the whole family at Risskov and come on a 'beach holiday' to Lalandia.

LEGO® House

Go on a car holiday in Denmark and find a real family holiday at Risskov. Drive yourself and why not start with a favourite in Billund. Visit and experience the new LEGO® House, which shares with visitors the story behind Lego and the inspiration behind the bricks that created so many possibilities and innovations. Opened in 2017, the new LEGO® House is 23 metres high and no less than 8,500 square metres with a 3,400 square metre basement, so there should be room for everyone and a few Lego bricks. Go on a summer or winter holiday with the whole family and explore Jutland on your own. There are many family-friendly trips at Risskov, so stop by.