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Biking routes in the Aarhus Region

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

Par på cykeltur på Strandvejen i Aarhus
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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.

Biking on the old railway near Viborg
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Eight Beautiful Railway Paths in The Aarhus Region

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Femmøller i Nationalpark Mols Bjerge
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The bike route Ørnbjergruten in Mols Bjerge National Park

The Ørnbjergruten cycle route in Djursland is 34 kilometres long and 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.

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Himmerlandsstien in Viborg, bicycle and walking path
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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's longest nature tracks along a former railway line and makes for a great experience in beautiful nature.

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Day trip in Mols Bjerge National Park on the Kulturringen cycle route
Photo: Niclas Jessen

Day trip in Mols Bjerge National Park on the Kulturringen cycle route

Kulturringen is a cycling tour in East Jutland that takes you through beautiful nature and past culture and sights. This day trip takes you to Mols Bjerge National Park, beautiful landscapes and wonderful views.

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Pøt Mølle Frijsenborgskove og Granslev Ådal
Photo: S. Juhl

Experience the Bike Route, Kulturringen, Across the Favrskov Region

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Cycling route: Around the Randers Fjord
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Cycling route: Around the Randers Fjord

Bike around the Randers Fjord and get a nature experience out of the ordinary. Catch the historic ferry across the fjord and see all the sights along the way.

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Jump on a bike - and explore art and nature around Silkeborg
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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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Bølling Sø
Photo: Carsten Wiehe

Bøllingsø Lake and the Historical Hærvejen Trail by Bike

Get a true sense of history while going down the Hærvejen trail and enjoy going down the narrow roads to the beautiful Bøllingsø, where the bog bodies of the Tollund Man and the Elling Woman were discovered.

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Hvidsten Gruppen memorial
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Cycling route: Hvidsten Resistance Group

Take a trip through the history of the Hvidsten Resistance Group on this cycling route. The route will lead you by locations with a connection to the resistance group's efforts during World War II. Experience memorial stones, drop zones and the iconic Mustard Point.

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MTB i Danmarks Outdoorhovedstad Silkeborg i Søhøjlandet
Photo: Theis Kaas Pedersen

Mountain Biking in the Aarhus Region

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Bikes in front of Moesgaard Museum
Photo: Roar Paaske

Day trip on Kulturringen: Along the coast north and south of Aarhus

Kulturringen is a signposted cycle route in East Jutland through beautiful nature and past a lot of culture. On this part of the route you cycle along the coast of Aarhus and pass the Moesgaard Museum.

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Kulturringen - Culture by Bike
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Kulturringen - Culture by Bike

Experience the Aarhus Region by bicycle! Find tips for cycling routes and cultural experiences. Explore everything from museums to burial mounds to art.

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Railway Trail Viborg - Hammershøj
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The Rail Trail from Viborg to Hammershøj

Enjoy the experience of riding your bike along the railway trail between Viborg and Hammershøj, along which you can take in spectacular views of Nørreådalen valley and Viborg, home to the magnificent cathedral dating back to 1140.

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Hjarbæk Fjord
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By bike around Hjarbæk Fjord from Viborg

Bike ride of 62 km around Hjarbæk Fjord from Viborg. 

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Gjerrilsbanestien Trail
Photo: Else Brask

Gjerrildbanestien Trail from Ryomgård to Gjerrild

Experience the 28 km stretch of scenic trail from Ryomgård in the peninsula of Djursland 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
Photo: Djursland for Fuld Damp

Rail bike trip with Djursland for Fuld Damp

Take a bike ride with the whole family on rail bikes. Drive along the fjord, through forests and fields and enjoy the beautiful Danish nature found on Djursland.

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