Nature Park Randers Fjord and Gudenåen

Naturpark Randers Fjord

History, wildlife and, not least, beautiful nature, are what the Randers Fjord Nature Park can offer to people of all ages. Explore the raw nature with small idyllic villages and lots of wildlife that can be enjoyed from multiple perspectives.

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Naturepark Randers Fjord

Randers Fjord Nature Park is one of Denmark's largest nature parks. Here, the fresh water from the Gudenå River meets the salt water of the Kattegat. The 293 square kilometre area has been designated a nature park and contains a wide range of different habitats.

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Walkingroute - Lodsstien

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.

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Udbyhøj Beach

Udbyhøj Strand is a family-friendly beach with nearby campsite and playground.

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Canoe rental by Djursland for Fuld Damp

Rent a canoe from Djursland for Fuld Damp and enjoy a wonderful canoe trip on Alling Å or Grund Fjord. Sail past the Gammel Estrup manor house museum and experience nature in a wonderful and relaxing way.

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Canoe and boat rental at Kyst- and Fjordcentret

At the Fjord Center by Randers Fjord you can rent canoes, kayaks and boats. You will get both safety instructions and and recommendations for your trip.

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Marina Udbyhøj

Udbyhøj Marina is suitable for an outing for the whole family. The harbor is beautifully situated at Randers Fjord and is part of the Randers Fjord Nature Park. You can borrow equipment such as crab catchers, fishing nets etc. in the marina’s equipment base.

Ferries in Naturepark Randers Fjord

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Cross Randers Fjord with Mellerup - Voer Ferry

The Mellerup-Voer Ferry takes you across Randers Fjord and is Denmark's smallest car ferry. Experience the cosy crossing between Voer and Mellerup - a local gem with a maritime atmosphere that has been in operation since 1963.

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Udbyhøj Cable ferry across Randers Fjord

Take a trip between the ports of Udbyhøj Nord and Udbyhøj Syd, where one of Denmark's few cable ferries sails with steel cables, crossing the mouth of Randers Fjord.

The River Gudenå and Randers

At Randers, the Gudenå river and Randers Fjord meet. The Gudenå is with its 176 km. Denmark's longest river. Explore the most beautiful scenery. There is plenty to experience all year round.

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Gudenå River

Denmark's longest river, the Gudenåen, is stunningly beautiful and a natural gem that everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime. Each part of the Gudenåen has its own special character. Here, you can paddle on narrow river courses and large lakes. In the midst of the quiet nature and in the midst of the bustling city.

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The Barge Tug Trail along the River Gudenå

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.

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Vorup Enge (Vorup Meadows)

Do not forget to visit the beautiful meadow area, Vorup Enge, less than 300 m from Randers Regnskov. In Vorup Enge you will get a cosy nature experience: beautiful nature, bird watching towers and pavilion.