Esterhøj, Bronze Age summit in Odsherred, Denmark.
Esterhøj is a Bronze Age summit in Odsherred that rises about 89 meters above sea level. From the top, you can see across Sejerø Bay and out over the surrounding Danish landscape in most directions.
The hill has been a burial site since the Bronze Age and held importance for local communities over many centuries. In the early 20th century, a large memorial stone was transported to the summit to mark its historical significance.
Local folklore speaks of a troll residing in Esterhøj who fled from church bells but left a treasure key hidden beneath a stone at Klint.
The ascent follows a marked path of roughly 150 meters starting from the parking area near Høvevej 57. Informational signs guide you along the way and help you understand what you are seeing.
The memorial stone atop the summit is among Denmark's largest and was carried up using a sled system by a group of boys from a local sanatorium. This unusual transport method reflects the dedication of people who wanted to preserve the site's importance.
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