Cycling routes in and around Silkeborg
Experience Denmark's Outdoor Capital from the saddle! In Silkeborg and the beautiful Søhøjlandet region that surrounds the city, you'll find some of Denmark's most beautiful nature with rolling hills, deep forests and sparkling lakes. Here you can combine active holidays with magnificent nature experiences.
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Whether you're into mountain biking in the wild forests or a relaxing bike ride along winding paths on the shores of the Silkeborg Lakes, you're sure to find something that suits you and your needs.
Den Skæve Bane - railway path between Funder and Ejstrupholm
The old railway line between Funder near Silkeborg and Brande has now been transformed into a fantastic nature trail, perfect for hikers, cyclists and horse riders. The nature trail Den Skæve Bane beg...
The Clover Paths Kløverstierne in Silkeborg
If you're going on a short trip, take the green route of 2.5 km. If you're up for a longer hiking trail, try the black route of 12.7 km. You have four choices for a wonderful hiking experience at the ...
Hinge Sø round - a bike ride north of Silkeborg
You'll find Hinge Sø near Kjellerup north of Silkeborg and in the middle of the Lake District Søhøjlandet, where you can cycle along peaceful back roads through the hilly Ice Age landscape through a n...
Nordskoven Forest and Gjern Bakker Hills by Bike
This route has some amazing, picturesque landscape in store for you. Ride along the calm current in Gudenå and take in the dramatic Ice Age landscape in the hills of Gjern Bakker.
Bøllingsø Lake and the Historical Hærvejen Trail by Bike
Start your bike ride at Buchwalds Plantage and feel the historic rush of Hærvejen. Enjoy the ride along the small roads that lead you to the beautiful Bøllingsø, where the bog bodies Tollundmanden and...
Hiking and cycling on Hærvejen around Viborg and Silkeborg
Hærvejen is probably Denmark's best-known cycling and hiking route and runs down through Jutland and further down through Germany. In the Aarhus Region, Hærvejen passes close to Viborg and Silkeborg a...
Railway path on cycle route 29 from Silkeborg to Randers
Cycle route 29 is a 53 km long nature trail with no annoying car traffic. The route is perfect for those who want to enjoy a nice bike ride in beautiful surroundings.
Mountain bike holiday in Silkeborg, the Outdoor Capital of Denmark
Silkeborg is known as the Outdoor Capital of Denmark, and for good reason! Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or experienced, the spectacular forests around Silkeborg await with some of Denmark's best MTB trails. Experience the adrenaline rush and find your next adventure on wheels!
Silkeborg Trail Centre - a good starting point
Silkeborg Trail Centre is a meeting point and a place where you can start or end your cycling, hiking, MTB or swimming trip. There are changing rooms, toilets and a large lounge where you can plan your trip out into nature, and you can also find great tips for trails, tracks, routes and other experiences in and around Silkeborg.
