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Discovery of Natural Spring

When
1583
Where
Dyrehaven, north of Copenhagen
Part of
Founding of Dyrehavsbakken

Kirsten Piil discovered a natural spring in Dyrehaven in 1583, marking the origin of the park.

In 1583, Kirsten Piil found a natural spring in the area now known as Jægersborg Dyrehave or Dyrehaven. This large forest park is located north of Copenhagen and served as the initial site for the amusement park.

Sources

  1. Dyrehavsbakken Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-28

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