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Hvass&Hannibal in Germany
Artist duo on an inspirational journey
Nan Na Hvass and Sofie Hannibal live in Copenhagen, where they collectively run the design studio Hvass&Hannibal.
The artist duo recently travelled to Germany in an attempt to escape their daily routines and big city life. With renewed inspiration, they have crafted a captivating artwork based on their trip.
Scroll down to find inspiration for your own trip
Meet the artists
Nan Na Hvass and Sofie Hannibal both studied design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts and co-founded the design studio Hvass&Hannibal in 2006.
Nowadays, they engage in various areas including graphic design, illustrations, textiles, prints, and much more.
They distinguish themselves by possessing a distinct aesthetic featuring both abstract and precise forms and patterns – frequently drawn from nature – and always accompanied by beautiful colour combinations.
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Inspiration can arise in a variety of ways. One method that consistently proves effective is to move yourself physically. See different things. Experience something new.
Discover Germany
Germany offers more than most of us think.
Lakes upon lakes teeming with abundant wildlife. Forests so ancient, it's almost unbelievable. Gentle hills perfect for cycling adventures. Quaint villages to leisurely wander through.
So, veer off the motorway and uncover places in Germany that you've never experienced before.
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How to get from Denmark to Germany
You can easily get going by either driving by car, taking the ferry, or hopping on a train. And it's also possible to bicycle. Explore more ways to travel sustainably in Germany.
Car
Set your GPS and cross the border by car in Southern Jutland or drive to one of the ferries.
Train
Enjoy the landscape at your own pace. You can reach Hamburg, Berlin, and the Harz Mountains by train.
Ferry
Sail by ferry from Gedser to Rostock or from Rødby to Puttgarden.
Bicycle
There are four border crossings in Southern Jutland that you can only cross on foot or by bicycle.
Car
Set your GPS and cross the border by car in Southern Jutland or drive to one of the ferries.
Train
Enjoy the landscape at your own pace. You can reach Hamburg, Berlin, and the Harz Mountains by train.
Ferry
Sail by ferry from Gedser to Rostock or from Rødby to Puttgarden.
Bicycle
There are four border crossings in Southern Jutland that you can only cross on foot or by bicycle.
From Copenhagen to Dobbin-Linstow
Nan Na Hvass and Sofie Hannibal drove together from Copenhagen to Gedser and sailed by ferry across the Baltic Sea to the German city of Rostock. With a sailing time of just two hours, they arrived at the port and drove directly to the Landfolk holiday home, located an hour away in Dobbin-Linstow.
Let yourself be inspired by the places Nan Na Hvass and Sofie Hannibal visited on their trip.
Explore the places below
1.
Ivenacker
The Ivenacker Forest Reserve is a national treasure, where a meticulously designed path leads you up into the treetops of thousand-year-old oak trees.
We’ve interviewed the forest ranger Ralf Heckel, who has been responsible for the forest for over 20 years and shares three compelling reasons why you should experience this particular place.
2.
Güstrow
45 kilometres south of Rostock, in the town of Güstrow, you can experience a beautiful Renaissance palace and five lakes surrounding the city. One of the most charming things to do is to take a stroll through the town, admiring the many vibrant colours of the houses.
These are the kind of unique experiences that are more accessible when you venture a bit away from the typical tourist destinations.
3.
The Sculpture Park in Görzhausen
In the heart of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern lies a unique sculpture park. The idea for the park dates back to the 19th century, but in the 1990s, artist Wilfried Duwentester revitalised the park with modern sculptures.
Learn more about the sculpture park and the artist behind it in the article.
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