"Rådyr med lam" by Anker Hoffmann

“Rådyr med lam” is a sculpture by Anker Hoffmann in Brønderslev, showing a deer and its lamb. The work was first given a longer title that referred to a buck, but this turned out to be inaccurate, so the name was later simplified to the more precise “Rådyr med lam”. Today it is a modest local artwork that you may notice as you move through the town. It is a brief, low-key stop that can be combined with other sights in the centre.

Stop at “Rådyr med lam” if you are already in Brønderslev and interested in small-scale public art. The corrected title hints at local attention to detail and gives a talking point as you view the sculpture. It works best as a short pause between other nearby landmarks rather than as a stand-alone destination.

Worth a look if you are already in Brønderslev or enjoy public sculptures, but not a major detour on its own.

Planning your visit

How long to stay

10–20 minutes.

Best time to visit

Daytime, when the sculpture is clearly visible as part of a short walk in the town centre.

Around here

Nearby on the Margueritruten

• Courtesy

  Attraction · 78 m

• Brønderslev Archives of Local History

  Museum · 379 m

• Brønderslev New Church

  Church · 391 m

• Chief Brundur in relief

  Attraction · 511 m

• The Rhododendron Park

  Park · 529 m

• "Great Aggression" by Børge Jørgensen

  Attraction · 544 m

Frequently asked

What is “Rådyr med lam” by Anker Hoffmann?

“Rådyr med lam” is a sculpture by Anker Hoffmann in Brønderslev depicting a deer with its lamb. It was originally given a longer title that wrongly referred to a buck, but this was later corrected to the current, more accurate name. Today it is a small piece of public art that you can view as part of a short walk through the town centre.

Why was the sculpture’s name changed from the original title?

The sculpture was first known by a longer title that mentioned a buck and a nursing lamb. This description did not match the subject of the artwork, which shows a deer with a lamb rather than a buck, so the title was later changed to the simpler and more accurate “Rådyr med lam”. The change reflects a wish to describe the piece correctly.

Where can I see “Rådyr med lam” when visiting Brønderslev?

You can see “Rådyr med lam” in Brønderslev as part of a walk through the central area, where it forms one of several public artworks. It is close enough to other local sights that you can combine it with a visit to places such as Courtesy, The Rhododendron Park or Brønderslev New Church without needing to move your car far, if at all.

How long should I plan to spend at “Rådyr med lam”?

Most visitors only need a short time at “Rådyr med lam”. Around 10–20 minutes is usually enough to find the sculpture, take a closer look at the figures and read any on-site information that may be available. It is best treated as a brief stop along a wider walk between other landmarks in Brønderslev.

Can I combine “Rådyr med lam” with other attractions nearby?

Yes, “Rådyr med lam” fits naturally into a short circuit of central Brønderslev. You can easily link a quick look at the sculpture with other nearby places such as Courtesy, Chief Brundur in relief, “Great Aggression” by Børge Jørgensen, The Rhododendron Park or Brønderslev Archives of Local History for a varied town visit.

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