In 2017, Ringsted Municipality inaugurated a footpath of approximately 3 km that allows you to walk all the way around Gyrstinge Lake – a walk of about 10 km.
The walk around Gyrstinge Lake offers varied nature with rich birdlife. The route is not suitable for those with walking difficulties, and on the 3 km long footpath, one must prepare for terrain that reflects the season's weather. Several stiles need to be crossed along the way, between the sheepfolds.
Great Beech Forest
On the south side of Gyrstinge Lake lies the Great Beech Forest, covering 350 hectares.
The Great Beech Forest is distinctive for its fertility, which can be seen in the dense undergrowth of young trees that sprout naturally when trees are felled.
In the Great Beech Forest, you can enjoy some wonderful walks. You can use the wide forest paths or some of the smaller trails that cross the forest.
In the brochure about the Great Beech Forest, three different routes are indicated, covering 2.5 km, 3 km, and 6 km.
The Spring
By the lakeside in the Great Beech Forest, the Spring rises about 1 meter above the ground. Originally, there were two springs, the Spring Spring and the Boiling Spring. People flocked here to honor and visit the two sacred springs, which were known for their healing properties. The largest influx occurred on Midsummer Eve, when the power of the layperson was believed to be the strongest.
The source block from the Spring Spring was removed in 1908 when the spring was renovated. It can now be seen at the Sorø County Museum in Sorø.
The Baptists used the springs for baptisms from 1853 to 1903, when they built their own churches in the local area. The memorial stone was erected in 1982 when the Baptist congregation celebrated its 125th anniversary
