Faxe Kalkbrud - 63 Million-Year-Old Fossils

Faxe Kalkbrud is a place that almost feels unreal at first sight. The bright chalk walls, blue-green lakes and wide-open landscape create the feeling of standing in the middle of something both raw, quiet and incredibly old. Here, you move across a seabed that was formed around 63 million years ago, in the period when the dinosaurs were living their final years. Back then, giant sharks, crocodiles and other sea creatures swam here, and traces of them are still hidden in the chalk today.

What can you experience at Faxe Kalkbrud?

What makes Faxe Kalkbrud special is the way nature, geology and curiosity come together. You do not come here only to look around. You come to search, discover and perhaps feel that little thrill when something in the stone suddenly looks like a tooth, a coral or part of an animal from a distant past. It is an experience for anyone who enjoys nature with a little more history in its layers.

Where can you go fossil hunting at Faxe Kalkbrud?

Fossil hunting is one of the biggest experiences at Faxe Kalkbrud. Here, you can search for shark teeth, corals, crab shells, mussels and belemnites, and one of the best parts is that you are allowed to take your finds home with you. That makes the visit even more exciting, because you may actually leave with a small piece of prehistory in your pocket.

KALK and fossil hunting at Faxe Kalkbrud

At the edge of the quarry, you will find KALK, which arranges guided fossil hunts and shares the story of the area and its many remarkable discoveries. You can also rent a hammer and chisel here if you want to get a little closer to the chalk. If you find something interesting, nature guides can help assess your find, so the experience becomes not only fun, but also more insightful.

Where do you find the best view of Faxe Kalkbrud?

At the edge of Faxe Kalkbrud lies Prismet, a viewing platform shaped like a prism. From here, the landscape opens up and gives you a great overview of the quarry, the lakes and the striking contrast between white chalk and turquoise water. It is a good place to pause, take a slower breath and let your eyes wander. Visiting both Faxe Kalkbrud and Prismet is free of charge, and the view is an experience in itself.

Three fun facts about Faxe Kalkbrud

• Faxe Kalkbrud is a fantastic attraction, but it is also a working site. If you visit the quarry on a weekday, there will be noticeably more noise and large machinery in the area than if you visit at the weekend.

• It may seem tempting to take a swim in the azure-blue water at Faxe Kalkbrud, but it is very strongly discouraged. The chalk makes the water alkaline, which can cause skin irritation, and the lakes are so deep that there are major temperature changes, which can lead to cold shock.

• Faxe Kalkbrud is often used for film productions. Several scenes from the Christmas calendar series "Jesus & Josefine" were filmed here. The quarry is also a popular location for professional photo shoots because of the special light, the azure-blue water and the almost desert-like landscape.

Who is Faxe Kalkbrud ideal for?

Faxe Kalkbrud is a great match for curious nature lovers, fossil hunters and anyone who wants to experience a landscape that feels very different from what many people usually associate with Denmark. Some come for the views, others for the quiet, and many for the excitement of finding a fossil they can take home. It is also a wonderful place for anyone who likes to combine fresh air with new knowledge and an experience that sparks the imagination.

Nearby, you can also combine your visit with more nature experiences such as Stevns Klint and Stevns Klint Trampesti.