The Aarhus region deserves to be experienced from a bike. On the bike, you will get up close with the nature, feel the breeze on your face and make unforgettable memories on your trip around the region
Explore more than 500 kilometres of cycling routes that take you through fascinating cultural sights and breathtaking nature throughout the Aarhus region.
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Eight Beautiful Railway Paths in The Aarhus Region
The bike route Ørnbjergruten in Mols Bjerge National Park
The Ørnbjergruten in Djursland is a 34 km cycle route that takes you through idyllic areas such as Stubbe Lake and Ørnbjerg Mill. Discover a rare habitat shaped by the Ice Age, enjoy a lunch break at the historic mill and take a dip in the clear waters of the lake.
Himmerlandsstien in Viborg, bicycle and walking path
When the railway between Viborg and Løgstør was closed, the construction of the nature track, Himmelandsstien, was initiated along the 69 km long railway line. Today Himmerlandsstien is one of Denmark's longest nature tracks along a former railway line and makes for a great experience in beautiful nature.
Day trip in Mols Bjerge National Park on the Kulturringen cycle route
On this day trip by bike, you'll get to know the hilly Ice Age landscape of Mols Bjerge National Park in Djursland. You'll cycle through cosy villages and past top cultural and historical attractions.
Experience the Bike Route, Kulturringen, Across the Favrskov Region
The Kulturringen bike route crosses through the beautiful Favrskov area, and you can choose to go the entire distance, or take your pick among three lovely and shorter bike trips – from Pøt Mølle to Gudenåen (18.7 km), from Gudenåen to Laurbjerg (24.4 km), and from Laurbjerg to Clausholm (24.4 km).
This tour leads all the way around Randers Fjord. It is possible to shorten the trip by crossing the fjord with the ferry at Mellerup-Voer. Length of the route: 85 km / 48.4 km.
Jump on a bike – and explore art and nature around Silkeborg
Go adventuring around Silkeborg with Museum Jorn and AQUA Akvarium & Dyrepark and their new bicycle routes which take you close to art and nature in the beautiful surroundings of Søhøjlandet.
Bøllingsø Lake and the Historical Hærvejen Trail by Bike
Start your bike ride at Buchwalds Plantage and feel the historic rush of Hærvejen. Enjoy the ride along the small roads that lead you to the beautiful Bøllingsø, where the bog bodies Tollundmanden and Ellingpigen were found.
Hvidsten Resistance Group (Hvidsten Gruppen) was a receiving group associated with the Danish resistance movement during the German occupation of Denmark 1940-45. The tour leads to some of the sites that are associated with the group's efforts during WW2.
Day trip on Kulturringen: Along the coast north and south of Aarhus
On this tour you cycle along the coast north and south of Aarhus. Along the way, you'll have a clear view of Aarhus Bay, the Aarhus skyline and the new waterfront. You'll pass Aarhus' most famous top attractions and through the large urban beech forests.
The bicycle route Kulturringen will lead you through Danish culture which is located in beautiful and varied landscapes with roaming hills, lakes, ocean, forests and streams. Experience castles, museums, ruins, charming fishing villages and much more.
Riding your bike along the railway trail between Viborg and Hammershøj will bring you spectacular views of Nørreådalen valley and Viborg, home to the magnificent cathedral dating back to 1140. The railway was closed down in 1965.
Take an unforgettable cycling tour in the heart of Central Jutland, starting in Viborg and travelling 62 km around the scenic Hjarbæk Fjord. The tour offers a wealth of experiences in a varied landscape, where the calm waters of the fjord and the hilly terrain create the perfect setting for an active day outdoors.
Start your journey in Ryomgård in Djursland and hike along the 28 km stretch of scenic trail to Gjerrild. The trail runs where the old railway tracks used to go up until 1956.
Rent a dresine, a rail push trolley, from Djursland for Fuld Damp and have a ride on the old railway track between Allingåbro and Randers for a total length of 16 km. Each railbike can accommodate up to 4 people.
