Djursland’s Biggest Nature Experiences
A National Park, stunning panoramic views, sandy, white beaches – the landscape around Djursland invites you to come and get your heart rate up, hiking or riding your bike in Mols Bjerge, for instance.
When nature and culture merge
Below we have gathered some of the most beautiful and interesting nature and cultural experiences in Djursland.
Mols Bjerge National Park
The National Park in Mols Bjerge is an extraordinary sight of nature. The landscape is absolutely unique as it has taken form in the Ice Age.
Kalø Castle Ruins
A visit to Kalø Castle Ruins is a journey back in time. The castle was built in the Middle Ages and it is incredibly well preserved. The trip to the castle takes place on Denmark's longest medieval road.
Natural area Sletterhage Fyr on Helgenæs
Explore the coastal nature at Sletterhage Lighthouse on Helgenæs - a scenic area with cliffs, pebble beaches and impressive views of the Kattegat.
Karlby & Sangstrup Cliffs
Karlby & Sangstrup Cliffs appears as very beautiful coastal cliffs.
Natural area Kolindsund
In the middle of Djursland, you will find Kolindsund, which was the largest lake in Jutland until 1874. Today, the canals of Kolindsund stretch from Kolind to Grenaa, and the surrounding area of the lake is filled with beautiful nature and a rich birdlife.
The Iron Hat Jernhatten
From Jernhatten in Nationalpark Mols Bjerge you will find an impressive view of the sea towards the island of Hjelm. The preserve is 49 m high and offers a fascinating animal and plant life.
Kalø Woods in Djursland
At Kaloe, the three marked hikes offer the opportunity to experience both the wings of history and nature.
The dolmens at Tustrup
The protected area with reconstructed dolmens, passage grave and culthouse in Djursland is from the Neolithic age. The groundplan of the burned and collapsed treetemple, where the inhabitants from Tustrup worshipped their ancestors, has been restored by means of the stones lying on the ground.
The three Bronze Age mounds Trehøje
The three Bronze Age mounds of Trehøje, 127 metres above sea level, offer a panorama view from Aarhus to Ebeltoft, including four inlets: Kalø, Begtrup, Knebel, and Ebeltoft.
Porskær Stenhus
You will find Porskær Stonehenge between the towns of Agri and Knebel. With its enormous stones, it is one of Denmark's most impressive stonehenges.
Anholt - A Paradise Island
Sea, dunes, endless beach, and clear sky... Anholt is a pearl of nature with Ørkenen (The Desert), Northern Europe’s largest low heath – which is one of the most distinctive natural areas in Denmark. There is a multitude of wildflowers and free birds.