Starting the session at Lejre was a great introduction to the history of Denmark. I had never learned about how Denmark was formed so being told about the Ice Age and how the glaciers formed the landscape was a great start to my time here in Denmark. As we continued the session with visits to historic parks like Østre Anlæg, Ørstedsparken and Kastellet. These parks, formed from the old bastions of the fortification walls, provide a great example of how the historic landscape is used by present day Danes.
Not only did we see historic greenspaces, but newer, more modern ones liker Mimersparken and Superkilen. These parks provide a more diverse, unique experience with less greenspace, more equipment and space for sports.
After visiting all of the different parks, gardens and forests, I have come to the conclusion that there is no 'definite' Danish greenspace. For me, it seems, that Danish greenspace is more about an area to relax in. Whether there are trails, ponds or play equipment, as long as it is aesthetically pleasing and/or for recreational, it is considered a greenspace. It is a space where people can unwind after a long day, enjoy a picnic or bring their kids.
All of the benefits - social, ecological and economic - are assets that the U.S. could greatly benefit from. This class has definitely shown me the importance of greenspaces and hopefully we can bring some of these aspects to future projects.
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