Hiking in the Aarhus Region

Take a wonderful hike along the certified Mols Bjerge Trail, which stretches for an impressive 80 kilometres. You can divide it into 4 day stages of approximately 20 km each. These routes take you through the scenic Femmøller area and offer diverse nature experiences in the mountains and at Kalø and Ebeltoft.

The Silk Route Silkeruten is a 12 km path encircling the central part of Silkeborg, along which you will see lovely scenery and cultural experiences. Walking along Silkeruten gives you a broad glimpse of what the Silkeborg woodlands have to offer.

If you love hiking, a hike through the Lake District Søhøjlandet around Silkeborg, the Outdoor Capital of Denmark and Aarhus is an absolute delight. Enjoy the forests, river valleys and many lakes that the Danish Lake District is known for.

The Forest Route at Mollerup Skov has two different starting points, one by the parking ground in Mollerup Skov by Skejbyvej (A) and one by the dog training facilities of DCH on Viengevej (B). From one of the starting points, the route takes you through Mollerup Skov, past the golf course and further on to Kirkestien. From the other starting point, you follow the paths south of Egå Engsø/Meadow Lake to Terp.

Walk in the footsteps of the past in Mols Bjerge National Park and enjoy a refreshing hike through Trehøjestien and the certified hiking trail Toggerbo. The 4.1 km hike is a true gem for those who love beautiful nature combined with an exciting history.

This hiking trail, also known as the Mountain Trail, begins at the foot of the northern ‘mountain’, Jernaldervej. The eight-kilometre-long route is ideal for running and hiking, but large parts of the route can also be covered by bicycle.

This walking and running route is also called the Pulse Route and starts in Riis Forest at the car park between the old forester's building and the hostel. The route follows the running route around the forest.

At the foot of Mols Bjerge National Park, Kalø Slotsruin is located on a bank in the cove, Kalø Vig. If you follow the old stone-paved path out onto the peninsula, it’s like travelling back 700 years. Shut your eyes and imagine how the castle once defended itself against rebels and foreign powers, or take the newly-established steps up the tower, where you can experience the landscape from up high.

Trehøje are three majestic hilltops that proudly rise 127 metres above sea level in the middle of the scenic Mols Bjerge National Park. Discover the height of natural beauty as you climb these peaks and marvel at the impressive landscape.

If you enjoy a walk in the forest, you do not want to miss the Kaloe forests. At Kalø castle ruin you will find both Hestehave forest and Ringelmose forest. The forests offer plenty of sights such as a nearly 5000-year-old bronze-age stone circle, Baron Wilhelms Beech, the tallest tree in Hestehave forest, and many other monuments.

Lodsstien is a path, which stretches over 32 km. beginning at the in pass at Randers Fjord at Udbyhøj South all the way to Randers Harbor.

The Gudenå Trail brings together hiking experiences along Denmark’s longest river, the Gudenå, into a single continuous route. In the Aarhus region, you can explore the trail through towns such as Silkeborg, Favrskov and Randers, enjoying nature, cultural heritage and sections close to the water.

The Trækstien trail forms part of the Gudenåstien route and is the perfect hiking trail for anyone who dreams of getting up close to nature. Stretching over 70 kilometres, the trail winds its way from Silkeborg to Randers, offering unique experiences of nature through the charming countryside of river valleys, forests and open fields.

The railway path between Viborg and Herning is also known as Alhedestien (cycle route no. 21) and is built on the disused Herning-Viborg railway line. The continuous trail system between Viborg and Herning is approximately 49 kilometres long and is great for hiking, cycling and horseback riding.

Hærvejen is (perhaps) Denmark’s most well-known hiking trail. Stretching hundreds of kilometres through central Jutland, the popular trail contains numerous hiking and cycling routes suitable for short and longer distances.

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.

The closed down railway trail stretching 61 km between Silkeborg and Horsens today takes cyclists, hikers, and horseback riders through luxuriant river valleys, old beech forests, and the hilly Lake District Søhøjlandet in central Jutland.

On the Barge Haulers’ Trail along the Gudenå River, you can follow in the footsteps of the 19th-century barge haulers. The trail was created for the horses and barge haulers who pulled barges laden with goods between Silkeborg and Randers. For many hundreds of years, the Gudenå River was the main transport route from Randers to the heart of Jutland.

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.

Krabbe’s Green Ring is an approximately 10 km walking and running route around Kjellerup near Silkeborg. The ring is named after Christopher Krabbe (1833–1913), who was the town and district bailiff in Kjellerup, and it is a route encircling the town where you get close to its history, exciting places, and beautiful nature.

Take a hike and experience the Kalk Kaminoen near Viborg - a beautiful 30 km long hiking route that winds through forests and open spaces close to the historic Hærvej. This unique hiking route offers a unique opportunity to explore Denmark's beautiful landscapes and exciting attractions.

The hiking trail around Almindsø is 4 kilometres long and is one of the few trails in Denmark that is certified as a Family Trail by the Danish Hiking Association. Here you are guaranteed a beautiful walk in a varied forest area with views of the lake most of the way round.

Enjoy a walk on this fantastic trail at Asmild in Viborg. The trail is an easy path that offers stunning scenery as it is part of Viborg Nature Park.

Take Bjergetapen at the Mols Bjerge trail in Djursland and experience an idyllic landscape you'll never forget. The Bjergetape will make you sweat, but the hike is definitely worth it!

The Bruunshaab trail in Viborg leads you through a fine mixed forest and out over the open areas by the golf course, ensuring you enjoy fantastic scenery.

Are you also interested in old limestone mines? Then this tour from Kongenshus to Stoholm in Viborg is just the thing for you! On this tour you will pass old and exciting limestone mines.

Take the family on a trip and follow the "Gåsehage Etapen" in idyllic Ebeltoft in Djursland. You are guaranteed a fantastic route with city, water, forest and lots of other beautiful nature.

Set off on the 12.5 km walk by Hald Sø in Viborg, which offers challenging hills and not least a stunning view that you won't want to miss!

Bring the whole family to Mols Bjerge in Djursland and embark on the easy hiking route Helligkildestien, where you will encounter idyllic scenery and, not least, exciting animals.

Take the whole family on a peaceful and idyllic walk along the trail on Inderøen in Dollerup Bakker in Viborg. Here you are guaranteed plenty of forest and, not least, plenty of views of Hald Lake.

Take a long walk along Købkes City trail in Viborg and enjoy the fresh air and not least the view of Viborg city.

Discover many of the different habitats of Mols Bjerge on the Langemosestien trail in Djursland and pass Langemosen, which has given its name to this fantastic trail.

Enjoy the fresh air and discover large parts of Viborg when you follow Viborg City Trail. Walk alone or bring the whole family on this fantastic route.