Øster-Ulslev: Trails, Art and Church History

There are several ways to enjoy a trip to Øster-Ulslev: go hiking, follow a signposted cycling route, explore art, or discover the historic furnishings in the church. When choosing a hotel, you might first consider whether you would like to focus on outdoor activities, crafts or cultural and historical details. The lake landscape in the wider region broadens the perspective beyond individual themes and offers another focus for planning your trip.

Planning Hiking and Cycling

The hike, approximately four kilometres long, starts at the pumping station by Hejrede Sø, Røgbøllevej 6, 4894 Øster Ulslev, and ends at Godsted Mose. Its approximate length and named start and end points give you a concrete framework if you would like to include a hike in your travel plans. For cycling, Munkevejen is another option: it passes Høvængestenen and is signposted in Denmark as cycling route 88. The practical difference when comparing the two activities is that the hike can be assessed by its approximate length, start and end points, while the route past the stone and the route number help you navigate Munkevejen. Høvængestenen lies south of Øster Ulslev. There is an information board and a picnic table with benches; check access conditions on site.

Art and Planning Your Visit

Galleri Courage displays paintings, ceramics and sculptures, as well as handmade knives and unique handicrafts. The gallery is not limited to paintings, but also features ceramics, sculptures and craft-based objects. Galleri Courage can open when the couple who live there are at home. If you plan to visit the gallery, please arrange your visit in advance.

Church Furnishings in Detail

Øster Ulslev Church houses a Romanesque baptismal font made of limestone, imported from Gotland. The furnishings also include a pulpit in the High Renaissance style, dating from around 1625. These different art-historical classifications offer two specific points of interest: the baptismal font can be explored in terms of style, material and origin, while the pulpit is notable for its High Renaissance style and approximate date. If you are interested in historic furnishings, you can focus on these details as part of your exploration of the area.

Lake Landscape and Nearby Places

In the wider region around Øster Ulslev, Hejrede Sø is part of a lake landscape that includes Søndersø, Røgbølle Sø, Hejrede Sø and Nørresø. Large areas of forest and moorland, as well as farmland, surround the four lakes. This landscape offers a different focus from the individual art and history themes and can add a regional perspective to your travel plans. Kirstines Klosterhave is located at Brydebjergvej 16 in Øster Ulslev. Check whether a visit is currently possible before you go.

Discover more destinations: Idestrup, Guldborg, Stavreby, Elkenøre, Tingsted, Hesnæs, Eskilstrup, Gedser

For the overview of the wider area: Guldborgsund Municipality.