Kongeegen, Ancient oak tree in Nordskoven, Denmark.
Kongeegen is an ancient oak tree standing in Nordskoven forest near Frederikssund. The trunk measures more than 14 meters around and splits into several wide branches that spread across the forest clearing.
This tree grew around 2,000 years ago and has witnessed the region's changes from Iron Age times through the Viking era. Its age connects it to some of Denmark's earliest history.
The name means King's Oak, linking it to local stories about royalty seeking shelter in its depths. People in the region have visited and talked about this tree for centuries, making it part of their shared memory.
The tree sits deep in the forest, roughly 10 kilometers from the nearest parking area. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes and allow time for a long walk through the woods.
Inside the tree is a large hollow space created over centuries by natural decay. This hollow was big enough to shelter several people at once.
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