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Biking routes in the Aarhus Region

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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

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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

Would you like to experience nature from your bike? Then you should go to one of the railway paths in the Aarhus Region. The railway paths are recreational routes that very often are car-free and without steep gradients, as they have been established where the railway used to go.

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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 ...

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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...

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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....

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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 G...

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Cycling route: Around the Randers Fjord

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.

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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.

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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...

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Cycling route: Hvidsten Resistance Group
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Cycling route: Hvidsten Resistance Group

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 t...

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MTB i Danmarks Outdoorhovedstad Silkeborg i Søhøjlandet
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Mountain Biking in the Aarhus Region

Are you into speed, action, nature – and do you know how to handle a bike – then mountain biking is definitely for you.

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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 ...

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Kulturringen - Culture by Bike
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Kulturringen - Culture by Bike

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, museu...

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The Rail Trail from Viborg to Hammershøj
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The Rail Trail from Viborg to Hammershøj

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 rai...

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By bike around Hjarbæk Fjord from Viborg
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By bike around Hjarbæk Fjord from Viborg

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 landsca...

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Gjerrildbanestien Trail from Ryomgård to Gjerrild

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.

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Rail bike trip with Djursland for Fuld Damp
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Rail bike trip with Djursland for Fuld Damp

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 ...

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Couple on a bike trip on Djursland in Denmark

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