Sunbeams over Aarhus
Experience the amazing nature, the fresh air, and the sunshine on these routes in Aarhus.
Hiking and running trails in Aarhus
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Aarhus is situated near beach and forrest and offer many fantastic nature experiences. Below you can find suggestions for hiking and running routes in and around Aarhus.
Aarhus have all sorts of terrains in form of hills and valleys, forrests and beaches, lakes, rivers and sea. The trails are designed to enjoy the nature, get some exercise and be together with family and friends while discovering new areas in and around the city.
The below trails and descriptions are primarily in Danish, but you can still use the routes and find inspiration to enjoying a good run or hike.
You can also go on an exciting running tour of Aarhus with Go! Running Tours. Read more here.
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True Forest
At True Forest, not far from the center of Aarhus, there is something for everyone. True Forest has plenty of options for a day trip filled with activities or relaxing in one of the many green open sp...
Riis Forest
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...
The Forest Route
The Forest Route at Mollerup Skov has two different starting points, one by the parking ground in Mollerup Skov by Skejbyvej (A) and one by the dog training facilities of DCH on Viengevej (B). From on...
Brabrand Lake
Enjoy fitness, wild life and nature at the Brabrand Lake in Aarhus. The Brabrand Lake is a rather long, nutritious, shallow lake, situated in the eastern part of Aarhus Ådal (Aarhus Stream Valley) tha...
Årslev Lake
Take a walk round the Årslev Engsø lake and enjoy how the frogs are leaping and hear them croake. You may catch toads in the lake, or climb one of the bird-watching towers and watch the many birds nes...
