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.
by Line Wagener, Alleud.dk
In the late 19th century, railway fever swept across Denmark. All over the country, railways were established that connected the small villages and local communities. But as soon as the mid 20th century, a large part of the train services were closed down again.
In the Aarhus Region, a lot of the closed down railways have been turned into recreational railway paths, available to anyone who likes to ride a bike or go hiking.
Railway Paths in The Aarhus Region
Jump on your bike and ride along one of these railway paths found in Eastern Jutland.
The Rail Trail from Ebeltoft to Gravlev
Experience the rail trail between Ebeltoft and Gravlev. The route is app. 10 km long and runs along the closed down railway, Gravlevbanen.
The Rail Trail from Allingåbro to Ryomgård
The lovely railway trail between Allingåbro and Ryomgård is 15 km long and tarmacked. The route takes you through woodland and farming areas, and along the way, you will pass through the villages of Pindstrup and Auning.
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.
Railway path on cycle route 29 from Randers to Silkeborg
Experience beautiful nature and relics from World War ll on the route between Randers and Silkeborg.
The Rail Trail from Lysbro to Lemming
Get on your bike and ride the 11 km along Kjellerupstien on the western side of Silkeborg. This is a recreational trail which runs along a closed down railway.
Alhedestien, bicycle and walking path
Go on a hike, bicycle ride or horseback ride on Alhedestien that goes from Viborg to Herning.
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.
The Nature Trail from Silkeborg to Horsens - 60 km
This nature trail has been established along a closed down railway between Silkeborg and Horsens. The trail accommodates bikes, wheelchairs, prams, horses – and of course, hikers.
