Hvissinge

Hvissinge is a village and a parish in the Municipality of Herlev, in the Capital Region of Denmark. It is located approximately 15 kilometers northwest of Copenhagen city center.

Hvissinge is primarily a residential area, characterized by a mix of single-family homes and apartment buildings. Historically an agricultural area, it has been incorporated into the greater Copenhagen urban sprawl.

The Hvissinge Church (Hvissinge Kirke) serves as the central religious building within the parish. It has architectural features representative of traditional Danish church design.

Transportation to and from Hvissinge is facilitated by public bus lines connecting it to other areas within the Capital Region.

The origins of the name "Hvissinge" are likely derived from old Danish, potentially relating to a personal name or a geographical feature that was prominent in the area's early history. Definitive etymological sources are generally consulted for accurate interpretations of place names.