museum
Roskilde Viking Ship Museum
A museum built around five original Viking ships recovered from the fjord, with a working boatyard where Viking-age vessels are reconstructed.
11 km · about 20 min drive
EuropeDenmarkZealand
Jyllinge
Zealand, Denmark · Europe
About Jyllinge
Jyllinge works well as a base: 5 minutes from Gundsømagle, 24km from Frederiksborg Castle.
Jyllinge is in Zealand, Denmark, with about 10,000 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Gundsømagle, about 4 km away.
Jyllinge is a town located on the eastern shores of Roskilde Fjord, midway between Roskilde and Frederikssund in Roskilde Municipality, some 40 km west of Copenhagen, Denmark. The original fishing village is surrounded by large areas of Single-family detached homes. As of 1 January 2026, it had a population of 10,920.
Where to Stay in Jyllinge
Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.
Filter presets
Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Jyllinge.
Explore the Area
Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Jyllinge.
Loading map...
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Jyllinge?
Within an hour or so of Jyllinge: Roskilde Viking Ship Museum (11 km), Roskilde Cathedral (12 km), Frederiksborg Castle (24 km), Copenhagen Zoo (28 km).
Are there any good drives near Jyllinge?
The nearest famous roads are Strandvejen: Danish Riviera Coastal Drive.
Where is Jyllinge?
Jyllinge is in Zealand, Denmark, about 4 km from Gundsømagle.
Road trip
Drive to Jyllinge
Add it as a stop and the planner works out the driving, the nights and what's worth seeing on the way.
Start planningWhat's nearby?
Swipe through places to go
Places within a drive of Jyllinge. Keep the ones you like and add them to your trip.
Explore now
Quick Information
- Population
- 10,134
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Denmark
- Region
- Zealand
- Timezone
- Europe/Copenhagen
- Coordinates
- 55.7529, 12.1031
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in Denmark
Dipped headlights required at all times.
Full driving guide for DenmarkTags
Worth the detour from Jyllinge
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
cathedral
Roskilde Cathedral
UNESCO-listed brick Gothic cathedral and burial site of Danish monarchs, a masterpiece of Scandinavian medieval architecture.
12 km · about 25 min drive
castle
Frederiksborg Castle
A lavish Renaissance castle in Hillerød built by King Christian IV, now housing the Museum of National History.
24 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
Copenhagen Zoo
One of Europe's oldest zoos dating to 1859, known for its Norman Foster-designed elephant house.
28 km · about 30 min drive
landmark
Tivoli Gardens
One of the world's oldest amusement parks, opened in 1843, blending fairy-tale gardens, rides, and performances in the heart of Copenhagen.
30 km · about 35 min drive
castle
Christiansborg Palace
The seat of the Danish Parliament, Supreme Court, and Prime Minister's Office on the islet of Slotsholmen: a power centre for over 800 years.
31 km · about 35 min drive
coastal drive
Strandvejen: Danish Riviera Coastal Drive
The classic coast road north from Copenhagen to Elsinore along the Oresund shore, passing Bellevue Beach, whitewashed villas, fishing harbours and the Louisiana museum. Denmark's most stylish Sunday drive.
31 km · about 35 min drive
cafe
Conditori La Glace
Denmark's oldest confectionery, serving layer cakes and hot chocolate in the same Copenhagen rooms since 1870. The 'sportskage', whipped cream, nougat and choux: has been on the counter since 1891.
31 km · about 35 min drive
Driving roads near Jyllinge
- 31 kmStrandvejen: Danish Riviera Coastal DriveThe classic coast road north from Copenhagen to Elsinore along the Oresund shore, passing Bellevue Beach, whitewashed villas, fishing harbours and the Louisiana museum. Denmark's most stylish Sunday drive.
- 51 kmØresund BridgeDrive the 8 km cable-stayed bridge and tunnel linking Copenhagen and Malmö across the Øresund strait: famed from the Nordic-noir series 'The Bridge'; tolled crossing.
- 65 kmKullaberg Nature ReserveA craggy peninsula of cliffs, caves and a clifftop lighthouse where porpoises ride the waves below.
When to drive here
May to September
Far northern latitude: short daylight hours outside summer make long drives harder.
Nearby Destinations
Other places to explore near Jyllinge.
Plan a trip around Jyllinge
Your trip starts here
Plan a road trip from Jyllinge.
Pick the days, drop in the stops, and share it with whoever's coming.