10 Beautiful Hikes Around Denmark

Camønoen is a 110-mile-long hiking trail, which extends over Møn, Nyord and Bogø. On your trip, you will pass by impressive cliffs, through wild virgin forests, past lush fields and over long sandy beaches. In other words, you will experience every aspect of Denmark's beautiful nature. At Camønoen, you will find numerous options for staying the night, to match different group sizes and budgets. For instance, you can sleep under the open sky in a shelter, pitch a tent at a camping site or in a private garden, or spend the night at a Bed & Breakfast. If you are looking for something that is a bit different, you can also sleep at Møns Museum or Liselund Palace (Liselund Slot).

Go on a hike across Jutland, from Vejle to Blåvands Huk, and experience the incredibly varied Danish nature. The hike will take you through flat river valleys and large plains created by meltwater rivers from the last ice age, around 16,000 years ago. Between the numerous river valleys in the generally flat countryside, small hill islands and elevations pop up in places, which were formed during the previous ice age, around 140,000 years ago. Even if geology is not your thing, the trip has lots of exciting experiences to offer nature enthusiasts. For example, you may be lucky and spot a red deer, Denmark's largest mammal, or the beloved otter, which is relatively common in Varde River.

Along the whole coast of Bornholm, you can find a trail that weaves through the picturesque countryside. It will take you on a journey through some of the island's most charming towns, where you can replenish your energy and make camp for the night. However, most of the hike takes place in the undisturbed nature of Bornholm. Here you see up close why Bornholm is called the 'Rock Island'. The trip starts and ends in Rønne, so it's a great way to see the island's whole coastal area. Of course, if 72 miles is too much to handle or if you are short on time, you can always just travel part of the route.

At Mols Bjerge National Park (Nationalpark Mols Bjerge) you can find a fantastic hiking trail that takes you along the water, up in the mountains and through small towns. The Mols Bjerge trail can be split into three stages of 12.5 miles: 1) The Kalø stage, which starts at the medieval castle Kalø Castle Ruins (Kalø Slotsruin) and weaves its way along the coast past tranquil mill ponds and old beech forests, 2) The mountain stage, which winds through Mols Bjerge and thus requires a strong pair of legs, and 3) The Ebeltoft stage, which passes through old plantations to Stubbe Lake (Stubbe Sø), where you may be lucky enough to see a white-tailed eagle.

Covering 175 miles, the Army Road (Hærvejen) is one of the longest hiking trails in Denmark. The Army Road got its name due to its historic purpose, which was to transport troops up through Jutland. For that same reason, it is possible to find old fortifications and dikes along the trail. However, the road is better known for its characteristic stone bridges, which hikers need to cross along the way. Apart from old fortifications and bridges, the trip also takes you through the best of Danish nature. Here, you will experience the sea, coastlines, moors, forests and open countryside. If you prefer biking, the Army Road is ideal for a cycling holiday with the family.

Sjællandsleden is a large network of hiking trails covering Zealand, Møn and Lolland-Falster. If you have a strong pair of legs, you can hike the main route all the way around Zealand by the coast. Here, you can experience Stevns Klint to the east, which is on UNESCO's world heritage list, and the numerous fjords to the south and south-west. If you aren't interested in hiking around the whole of Zealand, you can break up the large network of trails into smaller stages. For example, you could 'just' travel Camønoen (110 miles) on Møn or Lagunastien (52 miles), which takes you through idyllic fishing towns and seaports along the coast of Zealand.

The Gendarme Path (Gendarmstien) runs for 46 miles, from Padborg, by the Danish-German border, to Als, or more specifically Høruphav. The path got its name from the border patrols along the German-Danish border. Along some stretches, it is therefore also possible to find numbered boundary stones. It may be a good idea to split the trip into five smaller stages. You could also choose to only go on the 9.5-mile-long "mountain" route, from Padborg to Sønderhave, or the 12-mile beach route from Gammelmark to Høruphav.

An enchanting hiking trail weaves through the middle of the lakeside highlands of Central Jutland. The roughly 25-mile hiking trail circles the beautiful lakeside highlands around Ry and takes you to the top of Himmelbjerget. From here, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the numerous lakes and green forests, which stretch out as far as the eye can see. The hiking route Himmelbjergruten is ideal for family since everyone can participate regardless of age. It's even possible to jump on a train and board a sun-powered ferry along the way.

The towpath (Trækstien) is a route of about 45 miles, which follows the Gudenå river from Silkeborg to Randers. The path has probably existed since barges sailed on the river, which dates all the way back to the beginning of the 15th century. The path is literally along the banks of the Gudenå river, so you'll be right next to gorgeous nature. This allows for some truly unique natural experiences. Due to the rainy Danish weather, parts of the path may be inaccessible due to mud and rain. However, the path has been raised on piles in places, and today you can find Denmark's longest wooden path here, with a length of around 14 miles.

Vejle River Valley (Ådal) and Fjord were formed during the last ice age by the movement, push and melting of the ice, and traces of the ice age are still apparent in the area. The nature is varied and has a lot to offer outdoor enthusiasts. Among other things, you'll find large areas with moorlands and coniferous forest plantations as well as hilly moraine land with lush hardwood forest. One of the best ways to experience the area and nature is to put on your best hiking shoes and follow one or more of the many marked hiking trails. For example, you could walk to some of the most spectacular observation posts, such as Andkær Vig, with a view of Vejle Bay, or the observation post Østengård, from where you can see Vejle River Valley.