There is something very special about swimming in freshwater, surrounded by stunning scenery. Many of the lakes around the Lake District Søhøjlandet are amazing for swimming and are all very popular excursion spots for locals as well as tourists.
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Several of them are among the cleanest in Denmark – and even hold the Blue Flag certification.
The Lake Bath Østre Søbad by Almindsø, close to Silkeborg, is one of Denmark's cleanest lakes. There are two impressive round bathing bridges right next to each other, with a children's pool and facilities such as changing rooms, beautiful benches, toilets, and a sauna.
Vestre Søbad near Almindsø in Silkeborg is known as one of Denmark's cleanest lakes. The two impressive round bathing bridges next to each other offer both a children's pool and facilities such as changing rooms, benches, toilets, and a sauna.
De Små Fisk - Swimming lake and beach park in Silkeborg
The beach park De Små Fisk is a scenic swimming and park area by Lake Brassø in the south of Silkeborg. Here you can swim, experience SUP adventures, relax in the shade or go for a walk in the surrounding woods.
Bryrup Søbad by Bryrup Langsø in the Lake District Søhøjlandet is a popular destination in the Silkeborg area. Here you can swim from the lake and follow the scenic walking trail around the lake with views of forests, hills and clear lake water.
There are plenty of activities to do on and by the lakes in the Danish Lake District. Get an overview of the lakes, that are great for swimming, fishing, hiking by or lakes that have an especially rich animal life.
