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Strøby Egede

Strøby Egede is a coastal town situated on the southwestern shore of Køge Bay on the east coast of the Danish island of Zealand. It is located 5 km southeast of Køge and 6 km east of Herfølge. Strøby Egede is the northernmost and most populous urban area in Stevns Municipality, within Region Zealand, Denmark.

As of 1 January 2026, the town had a population of 5,103 (including Strøby Ladeplads), with 2,526 males and 2,577 females. The urban area covers 3.3 km² (1.3 sq mi), giving a population density of approximately 1,500 inhabitants per km². The postal code is DK-4600 Køge.

Archaeological discoveries in the area indicate that the region was inhabited as early as the late Mesolithic period. A mass grave containing human remains from the Ertebølle culture was uncovered, consisting of the skeletons of eight individuals ranging in age from 35–45 years old to newborn children. These remains are now displayed at Køge Museum.

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