Himmelbjerget
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Himmelbjerget ("The Heaven Mountain" or "The Sky Mountain") is a hill located in Skanderborg Municipality, Denmark. With a height of 147 meters (482 feet) it is one of the highest points of elevation, and commonly celebrated as the highest point, in Denmark, which it was believed to be until 1847. Denmark's highest point is Møllehøj (at 170.86 m).
The high hill is a popular destination for its beautiful nature and magnificent views. One can sail to Himmelbjerget from Ry, or from Silkeborg on the historic steamship Hjejlen ("The Golden Plover").
On top of the hill is a 25.1 meter tall tower that was erected to honor King Frederik VII and his role in giving the Danish people a constitution in 1849. Close to the top are more monuments, most honoring individuals, but also one to commemorate women's right to vote in 1915.
