Discover Kisserup: Village Structure, Church and Trails

Kisserup is a village for anyone who wants to combine distinctive local character, historical details and paths through a landscape with a strong sense of character on their travels. The exceptionally well-preserved village structure and buildings are just as striking as the curving street layout and the star-shaped field divisions. Anyone looking for a holiday apartment in Kisserup will find a travel destination that offers considerably more than just a place to spend the night: the village itself becomes a starting point for discoveries involving the church, trails, nature and regional history.

Village Structure and Kisserup Church

A central place for exploring Kisserup’s history is Kisserup Church. It was originally built as a Romanesque village church and is now a longhouse with a Romanesque nave as well as Gothic extensions to the west and east. The tower was built around the year 1500. Inside, the church also has a Romanesque granite baptismal font. These various building phases make the church an illustrative example of how a historic village ensemble has developed over a long period of time. The historical character can also be traced beyond the church building itself: in the churchyard stand the wooden figures “Søstrene på Kisserup kirkegård” by Alison Michell.

The hill by Kisserup Church offers a sweeping view over the protected areas. The parking area by the church may be used with consideration for church services and activities. Nearby, the memorial stone Genforeningssten i Kisserup also commemorates a specific place in the village: it stands on a small grassy area in front of an oak tree where Hjortemarksvej meets Skullerupvej.

Trails for an Active Excursion

Anyone wishing to explore Kisserup on foot can plan to follow Route 4.1. It runs from Kr. Hvalsø via Aggerup, Kisserup and Krathuse, is 6 km long, leads uphill to Kisserup Church and continues to the grave of county court barrister Carl Madsen in the cemetery of Kisserup Church. The stated stops combine landscape, local history and a specific destination, without requiring you to limit your day to a single attraction.

There is also a notable point of reference for a cycling trip. The Ice Age Route, cycle route 44, runs approximately 1.5 km from Kisserup Shelterplads. The shelter at the site is designed like the bow of a ship and inspired by Viking ships. There is also a bus stop in Kisserup. When looking for accommodation, you can therefore consider whether you want to spend your days mainly on a hike, a cycling tour or cultural discoveries in the village.

Natural Site and Suitable Trip Planning

One of the independent nature destinations is “Søen” in Kisserup’s former communal peat extraction site. The site is considered a good local natural area and complements the historical impressions with a quieter landscape aspect. Together with the expansive view from the hill by the church, it creates a varied picture of the area: the field divisions and buildings tell the story of the settlement structure, while trails and natural sites offer other ways to experience Kisserup.

When choosing a holiday apartment or holiday house, the desired mix of activities for your holiday is therefore a sensible starting point. If you want to focus on culture and architectural history, Kisserup Church, the churchyard and the memorial stone are among the defining themes. Those who prefer to be out and about can include the 6 km-long Route 4.1 or cycle route 44 in their plans. For a quieter excursion, “Søen” is a suitable destination in its own right.

You can find more places for planning your trip under Kirke Såby, Ordrup, Kyndeløse, Kirke Hyllinge, Lejre, Gershøj and Kirke Hvalsø.

To the higher-level travel overview: Lejre.