Few places near Copenhagen offer so much variety in so little space. In Klampenborg you have Dyrehaven, the royal deer park with ancient oaks and wide meadows, the Hermitage hunting lodge on its hill, the classic fun of Bakken, and Bellevue Beach with Arne Jacobsen’s modernist touch along the coast. It is a dream for portraits, and a small planning puzzle for hair and makeup.
What should a Dyrehaven bride think about?
Dyrehaven is big, open and wonderfully wild. Paths can be soft or muddy after rain, and the meadows around Eremitagen catch the wind. I suggest a hairstyle that can handle movement: a romantic braided updo, a textured low bun or loose curls pinned back on one side. For makeup, a long-wear base with a natural finish works best, because you may be outdoors for a while and want to look fresh in every frame. Deer often graze in the park, so be ready for a few spontaneous, magical moments.
Is Bellevue Beach a good spot for wedding photos?
It can be beautiful, especially in softer evening light, with the clean lines of Arne Jacobsen’s architecture and the lifeguard towers as a graphic backdrop. A few notes before you go:
- Sand and wind travel together, so a sleek style or a secure veil is wise.
- Choose a lip colour you can reapply in seconds without a mirror.
- In summer the beach is popular, so early or late visits are calmer.
Where do Klampenborg brides usually get ready?
Often in a home near the coast, a family summer house, an apartment with a sea view or the venue itself. I am happy to work in small spaces; I simply need daylight, a chair and a socket. If your morning location is at the top of a hill or far from parking, let me know, so I can plan how to bring my kit in calmly. If Bakken is part of your celebration, remember it opens seasonally, so check dates early.
How can I book you for Klampenborg?
Message me on WhatsApp or send an email with your date, the place you get ready and the number of people. A trial, early starts and all-day touch-ups are on request, and so is travel outside Copenhagen. See my full price list and the overview of Greater Copenhagen. Planning an intimate ceremony in the forest? My elopement makeup guide has more ideas.
Local questions
Can you do hair that lasts through a walk in Dyrehaven?
Yes. I build styles with a firm base, such as braided updos or textured buns, so they hold up to wind and movement in the park.
Do you come to summer houses in Klampenborg?
Yes, I come to homes, summer houses, apartments and venues. Travel outside Copenhagen is priced on request.
How much is makeup for my bridesmaids?
Guest Makeup & Hair is €200, and Makeup or Hair alone is €120 per person. For the bride, Makeup & Hair is €300, and Makeup or Hair alone is €180.
