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Historical landscapes

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Take a trip to Viborg and explore the fascinating history.

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Welcome to Viborg

Make this historical city your holiday destination

Explore historical Viborg and its exceptional cathedral. The town is situated in the centre of Jutland and for a thousand years, it was the nation’s epicentre of power. This makes Viborg one of the oldest towns in Denmark, and its fascinating history dates back to ancient times.

When you stand in the middle of town, this fascinating history comes to life before your eyes, and you quickly get drawn into the atmosphere. Find more information on Jutland's capital, Viborg.

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Unique historical attractions

Top attractions in Viborg

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The Ancient Road Hærvejen

The Ancient Road Hærvejen is an amazing hiking and cycling trail that runs down the spine of Jutland. Is goes along the watershed on the ridge of the peninsula and takes you through the magnificent landscape around Viborg.

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The Cathedral Quarter – Viborg’s historical town centre

The quarter surrounding the town’s cathedral is considered to be the heart of Viborg and in fact, of all of Denmark.

Green Experience

Mønsted Limestone Mines near Viborg

Close to Viborg you'll find Mønsted Kalkgruber, the world's largest limestone mine, where you can explore a fascinating underground world. Here you'll get a unique insight into the history of the hardy men and women who have carved kilometres of tunnels by hand over the centuries.

De fem Halder - The Five Halds near Viborg

Visit the landscape of Hald where once the five 'Halder' were situated. Here, you can experience 800 years of history within walking distance between ...

Dollerup Hills

Dollerup Bakker is a magnificent nature area in Central Jutland, 10 kilometres south of Viborg. The heather-clad hills are located by the village of D...

Hvolris Iron Age by Viborg

Rewind time and experience the ancient craftsmanship of Hvolris Iron Age near Viborg. Throughout the summer, there are changing activities with live e...

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The Energy Museum near Viborg

Energise history! At the Energy Museum you can dive into the history of energy, from the coal-black past to the green future. Explore the many excitin...

Historical landscapes

When you step into the beautiful landscape around Viborg, you enter historical times, as well. Some of the area’s greatest experiences in nature can be found at Hærvejen or near Hald Ruin.