Ejby: Nature and Church History

Ejby can be discovered through two distinct themes: Ejby Mose, shaped by water, and the medieval Ejby Kirke. The town’s local milling history around Ellens Plads is another point of interest. If you are looking for a hotel in Ejby, you can consider when planning your trip whether nature, church art or local history appeals to you most.

Nature and Water at Ejby Mose

Ejby Mose originally formed as a larger lake area gradually silted up. In 2017, the Ejby Kildeplads water extraction site in Ejby Mose was closed. The water level then rose, benefiting birdlife in particular. Here, a landscape shaped over a long period sits alongside a clearly dated change in the water level.

The boardwalk in Ejby Mose is 250 m long. At its end, a platform on the lake has two benches and a viewpoint. The approximately 700 m footpath to the boardwalk begins to the right of the KFUM scout site at Præstemarksvej 16, 4623 Lille Skensved. When the path is not muddy, the boardwalk can be reached in an all-terrain wheelchair.

Accommodation Nearby

Ejby Sø campsite is located near Ejby. Its shelter has space for approximately eight overnight guests; there is also a toilet, drinking water and an outdoor washing area. You can also stay overnight in a shelter at the nature campsite by Ejby Mose. Check the local overnight stay regulations in advance each time.

Church Art and Architectural History

Ejby Kirke is a medieval church. Its Romanesque nave dates from around 1150–1200; the church was later extended eastwards in the Gothic style. It is built of greensandstone quarried at Lellinge. The font, dating from around 1300, is made of Gotland limestone and bears engraved figures of apostles and saints. The altarpiece was painted in 1596 and is designed in the baldachin style, with catechism panels.

The imagery also makes the church an interesting destination for anyone interested in medieval art: the lindworm relief is considered unique in Zealand’s Romanesque stone sculpture. The tympana on the south and north walls depict Christ as judge of the world and a lindworm, respectively. These details sit alongside the clearly distinguishable building phases, from the Romanesque nave to the Gothic extension.

Milling Heritage and Routes

At Ellens Plads, a historic millstone from Ejby Mill serves as a tabletop beside a bench. The millstone was returned to its original location. The square is named after Møller-Ellen, who, together with her husband Møller-Jens, was among the last owners of the mill at Dalbyvej 71. The visible milling heritage thus connects with the history of the people after whom the square is named.

Cyclists also have a specific connection to the church: the “Køge Ås turen” cycling route passes Ejby Kirke, among other places. In 2026, a pilgrimage walk between Ejby Kirke and Bjæverskov Kirke was held again. It was open to anyone who wanted to walk together; afterwards, lunch was served in the parish hall in Bjæverskov. If you would like to take part in a future event, check the relevant event dates.

Discover more destinations: Borup, Lille Skensved, Køge, Stubberup.

Go to the main travel guide: Køge Municipality.