Bagsværd Lake Loop: 7 km Route, Map and Guide

It is about 7 km around Bagsværd Lake, but there are plenty of good reasons to stay a little longer. Bagsværd Lake is the second largest lake in the Mølleå system, a big nature area close to Copenhagen. So if you need a lovely walking route in north Zealand, read on here.

We have been around Bagsværd Lake countless times. The pleasant walking route also works as a perfect running route, because the paths are rarely too muddy to get all the way round. There are wide paths and alternative, winding trails if any challenges should come up along the way. Find inspiration for your trip in our little route guide here.

Around Bagsværd Lake: walk or run 7 km

The trip around Bagsværd Lake offers plenty of fine spots and lovely areas, and along the way you will also find some good cycle paths. If you are into water sports, there is ample opportunity for it. In 2021 the canoe and kayak World Championships were held on Bagsværd Lake, and we have been out canoeing and paddleboarding on the lake ourselves.

Can you swim in Bagsværd Lake?

Swimming in Bagsværd Lake is not advised, and this is often stated on signs around the lake. We have both fallen in the water from our kayak and from the paddleboard, and we can confirm that it is not particularly pleasant water to end up in. It itched a little, but luckily no harm was done. If you happen to be in lovely north Zealand and want to swim, we recommend heading out to one of the many fantastic beaches. If you like standing alone on a jetty and fishing, though, Bagsværd Lake and Lyngby Lake are perfect for just that.

How far is it around Bagsværd Lake?

It is about 7 km around Bagsværd Lake. Since we often choose the paths through the lovely surroundings, the route tends to become much longer. You almost cannot say Bagsværd Lake without also saying Lyngby Lake, which is about 4 km around. If you cannot get enough of lakes, Furesø is also right nearby.

Bagsværd Lake map

We are often asked for directions around Bagsværd Lake. The route follows the lakeshore all the way round, and you can turn off onto one of the smaller paths at any time if you want to extend the trip or seek a little more peace. The north side runs along Nybrovej, where you pass rowing clubs and boat hire.

Why you should walk around Bagsværd Lake

We walk and test the best walking routes both in and outside the Danish kingdom. It was not long ago that we walked around Amarminoen, which we had plenty of good things to say about. We love most of the routes we walk, but they are all far from perfect, which is why you can share your own opinion at the bottom of our articles.

Since we live right next to Bagsværd Lake, we know the cosy spots if you want to visit a café or an inn. If you walk along Nybrovej, you will find Nybro Kro, where we occasionally end up ordering a lovely open shrimp sandwich and a couple of Svaneke beers. You can also get coffee and hire canoes, kayaks and much more around the lake.

You can also choose to take the boat service. We have never taken it ourselves because of the price, and because we prefer to get out on the water in other ways, but it has really good reviews. You get to see all of Bagsværd Lake and Lyngby Lake as well as Aldershvile Castle Park and Sophienholm Park. There are three places to hop on the boat around Bagsværd Lake.

Bagsværd Lake lies in three municipalities

Bagsværd Lake lies in no fewer than three municipalities. Gladsaxe, Lyngby-Taarbæk and Furesø municipalities all share the lovely lake. That may be one more reason why everything is so well kept when you go exploring all the options out by the Mølleå system.

Bagsværd Lake perimeter

We have measured the perimeter of the lake at 6.8 kilometres. As mentioned, the trip often becomes much longer depending on which route you choose. We were lucky that Bagsværd Lake froze over in the winter of 2021. Here we could skate straight across the lake and walk out to the island in the middle. The whole lake was full of people, and it gave exactly the same vibes you get on a ski holiday. We may be a little biased when it comes to reviewing Bagsværd Lake, but we give it five out of five stars ourselves. Do drop a comment with what you think, and whether we have missed mentioning places like Bagsværd Rowing Club or the legendary harbour hut near Lyngby Lake.

We hope, as always, that you have a wonderful walk.