Buresø Lake
Scenic lake north of Copenhagen popular for walking
A lake in North Zealand north of Copenhagen surrounded by mixed forest and walking trails; popular with canoeists, anglers and day walkers.
Buresø at a Glance#
Address: Buresø, Hørsholm/Gribskov area, Capital Region, Denmark
Hours: Open 24 hours
Admission: Free
How to Get to Buresø#
From central Copenhagen: about 30-40 minutes by car via Route 19 (Hillerødmotorvejen) or by regional train to Hillerød followed by local bus/taxi. Parking is available at public access points; cycle routes also connect from surrounding suburbs.
Tips for Visiting Buresø#
- Rent a small boat from nearby marinas to explore the lake's northern coves-shore access is limited in places.
- Late afternoon light along the eastern shore is excellent for photos of water and reed beds.
- Watch for local anglers' spots; catch-and-release is common and often requested by residents.
Best Time to Visit Buresø#
Summer and late spring are best for water activities; shoulder seasons are quieter and good for birding.
Weather & Climate near Buresø#
Buresø's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (599 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 2° | -5° | 45 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 2° | -5° | 29 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.4h |
| March | Poor | 0° - 5° | -2° | 38 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 3° - 10° | 4° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Very Good | 8° - 15° | 11° | 41 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.0h |
| June | Very Good | 11° - 18° | 15° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 17.1h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 20° | 17° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.6h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 20° | 16° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.9 m/s | 1.0 high | 14.8h |
| September | Good | 10° - 16° | 13° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 4.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 6° - 11° | 6° | 54 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 6° | 0° | 58 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 3° | -4° | 55 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |