Glamping at Bakkegaarden – Nature Stay near Sorø

Glamping by a Private Lake in the Heart of Zealand

In the gently rolling landscape of central Zealand, between Ringsted and Sorø, where fields and hedgerows alternate in a quiet patchwork of green and gold, Glamping hos Bakkegaarden lies tucked away in an idyllic valley with its very own private lake. It is the kind of place you discover only when you turn off the main road and follow a narrow gravel track between the fields — and suddenly the landscape opens into a tableau of still water, beech trees and morning dew across the meadows. Here, Bakkegaarden offers a glamping experience that connects comfort with genuine closeness to nature in a way that is rare even in the Danish countryside. There are no plastic playgrounds, no reception desks, no noise — just the lake, the sky and the kind of quiet that makes you realise how loud everyday life actually is.

Wake Up to Birdsong and Lake Views

The glamping tents at Bakkegaarden are positioned with a direct view over the private lake, and it is the water and the nature surrounding it that set the tone for the entire stay. In the morning, mist rises from the lake as the first sunbeams break through the canopy, and the sound of birdsong replaces the alarm clock you forgot to turn off. In the evening, the lake mirrors the sky in shades of pink and orange while the campfire crackles quietly nearby. The terrain around the lake is large and hilly, and the walk from the farm up to the tent site is itself a small transition from the pace of everyday life to the slower rhythm of a holiday. You leave the car behind and move on foot with your luggage, and with every step you feel the city loosening its grip. That is precisely what makes glamping at Bakkegaarden more than just an overnight stay — it is an arrival at a different pace, a different way of being.

Nature as Neighbour and Playground

For families with children, Bakkegaarden is a wonderful place where the lake, the meadows and the edge of the forest become a natural playground without plastic slides and bouncy castles. Children can explore the waterside, look for fish in the clear water and gather firewood for the evening campfire, while the adults enjoy the calm from a rocking chair with a view. It is the kind of holiday where children and adults find each other again through shared experiences in nature — and where the screens stay in the bag because reality is more interesting. For couples and groups of friends, the place is equally well suited as a retreat where conversation flows more easily, the starry sky feels closer, and the simple pleasures of a meal cooked over an open fire take on a value they rarely have at home.

Comfort in the Middle of Nature

Glamping at Bakkegaarden strikes a thoughtful balance between outdoor life and comfort. The tents are spacious and well equipped, so you sleep comfortably without sacrificing the feeling of being out in nature. You fall asleep to the sounds of the lake and wake to the light filtering through the canvas, and even on a cool evening the tent feels warm and inviting. It is not roughing it — it is choosing nature without giving up the small comforts that make a stay feel relaxing rather than demanding. The combination of a real bed, a proper duvet and the open sky just outside the tent flap is what makes glamping here appeal to people who love the idea of camping but prefer a slightly more refined version of it.

Exploring the Surrounding Countryside

The area around Bakkegaarden is full of discoveries for the curious guest. Sorø, with its historic abbey town, the Academy and the beautiful lakes, lies to the west, while Ringsted with Sankt Bendts Church and its lively town centre is to the east. Haraldsted Lake is within a short drive and offers bathing beaches and fine walking trails along the shore. For the active guest, cycling routes wind through the central Zealand landscape with views over fields, manor estates and the many village churches that speak of the area’s long history. The whole of West and Central Zealand is filled with surprises for those who take the time to explore. Find more experiences and inspiration at destinationsjaelland.dk.