The Social Liberal Party (De Radikale) is proposing to introduce the “allemansret” (right to roam) in Denmark, allowing free camping in public nature areas. This initiative aims to provide all Danes access to newly created nature spaces, funded in part by public contributions.

The proposal suggests allowing free camping on all public forest and nature areas, as well as along the entire Danish coast. Political leader Martin Lidegaard emphasizes the importance of strengthening outdoor activities and association life in nature.

The proposal coincides with the green tripartite agreement, which will create over 400,000 hectares of new nature in Denmark in the coming decades. Lidegaard states that since the public is helping to fund these new areas, it’s reasonable for all Danes to have access.

The Social Liberal Party acknowledges concerns about the potential impact on Denmark’s smaller and more fragile natural environment compared to Norway and Sweden. Lidegaard assures that strictly protected areas will be designated to safeguard animals, trees, and plants. However, he also notes that large forests offer opportunities for greater public enjoyment, especially with the expansion of forested areas.

The proposal includes provisions to respect private property, such as a potential 300-meter buffer zone between public access areas and private gardens. The goal is to balance public access with the need to protect homeowners’ privacy.