Forests near Aarhus

South of Aarhus a forest belt streches 7 kilometres along the coast. The part of the forest near the city is known as Marselisborg Skovene (the Marselisborg Forests). The large, continuous and old beech stands which can be seen in this area are quite unique in Denmark.

Hestehaven is a beautiful forest near Højbjerg in southern Aarhus where you can jog, ride on a bicycle or wander to enjoy a day relaxing in the outskirt of the city.

Riis Skov is a recreative area for the citiziens of Aarhus and its visitors. You are welcome in Riis Skov 24 hours and all months the year. The forest consists of a varied vegetation as well as a good system of paths and smaller roads.

The forest south of Mindeparken, the Memorial Park, and Marselisborg Slot, the kings summer residence, is known as Kirkeskoven. Here you will find a beautiful oak and beech forest.

In the centre of Aarhus lies the University Park, better known as Uniparken - a green oasis where nature, science and culture merge. The park, which today is Denmark's largest oak park, hides both stories and experiences, from C.F. Møller's iconic architecture to guided tours and fascinating museums.

Rådhusparken was brought when the Aarhus city hall was build in 1942. The architects behind city hall Arkitekterne Arne Jacobsen and Erik Møller, had a vision of also having a garden and park by the city hall.

Until 1896 Havreballe Skov (forest) and the rest of the Marselisborg Skovene (the Marselisborg Forests) belonged to a manor the home farm of which was situated in the northern part of the forest where Marselisborg Gymnasium (Marselisborg Grammar School) stands today.

Vilhelmsborg Manor is one of the three large manor houses south of Aarhus. Vilhelmsborg Forest is situated at both sides of the Giber stream east of the manor.

The Mølleparken park is a living, green space within the city. In its central location by the Aarhus river, where the Aarhus Mill lay originally, the Mølleparken has a special role in the history of the city.

Visit Thorskov in Aarhus and experience an impressive mansion, tame sika deer or enjoy a cosy walk along the beach. In the forest in the south of Aarhus, you can make all these scenarios come true in one day.

The Beach Forest in Aarhus is rather closely places to the center of the city. Take a walk in the beautiful nature and enjoy the silence of the forest and the sound of the ocean. Pack a picnic box and eat your lunch in beautiful surroundings while you take a rest from the city.

Skåde Forest is the largest of the Marselisborg Forests. It starts at Hørhaven and continues towards the sea, where it is cut through by the Djævlekløften (Devil's Gab).

Constantinsborg Forest is located 10 kilometers outside the center of Aarhus City. It is a beautiful area with wild growing trees and nature combined with paths, harmony and silence. The forest is perfect for a walk, run or on bike.