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# Bakken

Bakken is a different rhythm from central Copenhagen: a historic amusement park at the edge of Dyrehaven, where a ride day can sit comfortably alongside time in the surrounding landscape. Its identity comes from a long tradition of entertainment, food and individual attractions. It suits visitors who enjoy the atmosphere of an amusement park as much as the hardware.

 

Rutschebanen is the classic wooden-coaster draw, with Tornado, Mine Train Ulven and smaller rides providing contrast. The wider entertainment and dining choices matter to the outing too. This is a place to choose experiences that interest you, rather than assume the best visit follows a fixed route through every attraction.

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## Directory planning information

- Attraction categories: Theme parks
- Source review status: Sources reviewed
- Coordinates: 55.775734, 12.574657
- Record type: venue
- Operating state: operating
- Timezone: Europe/Copenhagen
- Location: Klampenborg, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark
- Address: Bakken, Dyrehavevej 62, Klampenborg, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark
- City / locality: Klampenborg
- State / province / region: Capital Region of Denmark
- Country: Denmark
- [Official website](<https://www.bakken.dk/>)
- [Getting there](<https://www.bakken.dk/>) (links checked 2026-10-25)

### Planning your visit

Compare current riding products and individual-ride options with the amount of riding each person wants. Follow the operator's Klampenborg arrival guidance and allow time for the approach from your chosen transport. Decide whether the surrounding Dyrehaven is part of the same outing, but keep enough time for the park itself. Read access and height requirements before setting expectations for the classic rides.
- [Planning source](<https://www.bakken.dk/>); checked 2026-10-25

### Getting there

Head to Bakken, Dyrehavevej 62, Klampenborg, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark. Use the official arrival information to plan your route and find the right entrance for your visit.
- [Planning source](<https://www.bakken.dk/>); checked 2026-10-25
- Centuries of entertainment: Bakken traces its origins to 1583. 
- [Planning source](<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyrehavsbakken>); checked 2026-10-25

### Sources and credits

- [Official source](<https://www.bakken.dk/>)
- [Independent source](<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyrehavsbakken>)
- [Independent source](<https://rcdb.com/qs.htm?qs=Bakken>)

Information checked: 2026-10-25.

Source credit: Photo: Bakken


## THMPRK Score

6.9 /10

Bakken earns its score through historic amusement-park character, a classic wooden coaster and a setting that makes a Copenhagen-area day feel different. It is particularly appealing when atmosphere and selective riding matter more than a modern destination-park checklist. Choosing a suitable ride product is central to value.

- Assessed: 2026-10-25


## Fan score

86% positive. 43 thumbs up; 7 thumbs down; 50 total votes.