Happy TravellerWelcome to Greve Municipality, a charming residential suburb located just 21 km southwest of Copenhagen in Region Sjælland on the east coast of the island of Zealand (Sjælland) in eastern Denmark. With an area of 60 km² and a population of 50,818 (2022), Greve Municipality is a peaceful and picturesque destination that offers a perfect blend of modern amenities and natural beauty.
History:
Until the 1960s, Greve Municipality was primarily an agricultural area, and most businesses in town were concentrated along the coastal road Strandvejen. With numerous holiday cottages near the coast of Køge Bugt (Køge Bay), this was also the destination for many inhabitants of Copenhagen on holiday away from the hustle and bustle of the city. During the late 1960s and into the 1970s, many people moved permanently out of Copenhagen and into new homes in places like Greve. What was formerly farmers fields quickly turned into districts of detached houses, whilst most of the shops and similar businesses near the coastal road moved into central shopping malls such as Hundige Storcenter and Greve Midtby Center. Around 1980 the S-train railroad network was expanded towards Køge, and the stations Greve and Hundige were placed adjacent to the shopping malls. Greve Municipality was formed in 1970, as part of the kommunalreform (Municipal Reform) of that year. It was established by combining the following parishes: Greve, Hundige, Karlslunde, Karlslunde Strand, Kildebrønde, Mosede, and Tune.
Locations:
Greve Municipality is home to several beautiful locations that are worth visiting. Some of the most popular ones include the Greve Museum, the Hundige Strand Beach, and the Mosede Fort. The Greve Museum is a local history museum that showcases the history of the municipality and its people. The Hundige Strand Beach is a beautiful sandy beach that is perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and relaxing. The Mosede Fort is a historic fortification that was built in the late 19th century to protect Copenhagen from naval attacks.
Politics:
Greve Municipality has a municipal council that consists of 21 members, elected every four years. The municipal council has six political committees. The municipality has been one of the few that was not merged in the nationwide Kommunalreformen (The Municipal Reform of 2007).
References:
Municipal statistics: NetBorger Kommunefakta, delivered from KMD aka Kommunedata (Municipal Data) Municipal mergers and neighbors: Eniro map with named municipalities.
External links:
Official website Krak searchable/printable map (in Danish). Greve Municipality is a hidden gem that offers a perfect blend of modern amenities and natural beauty. Whether you are looking for a peaceful getaway or an exciting adventure, Greve Municipality has something for everyone. Come and explore this charming destination and discover why it should be on every traveler’s bucket list.
