Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Canoeing the small coves, bays and peninsulas of several Danish fjords is also an op-
tion, including Limfjorden in northern Jutland, and the fjords of Zealand: Roskilde Fjord,
Holbæk Fjord and Isefjord.
Walking
There's not much wilderness in wee Denmark (especially in comparison to its larger, more
mountain-endowed neighbours), and walking and hiking is not as widespread a phenomen-
on as cycling. But rambling is popular nonetheless, and all local tourist offices will be able
to point you in the direction of a local area with walking trails.
In Jutland, there are some picturesque trails through the forested Rold Skov area, the
Mols Bjerge and Thy national parks, and the bucolic Lake District. The Hærvej
(
www.haervej.dk
)
, the Old Military Road, is a 250km historic route from the German bor-
der north to Viborg. It's been converted into a popular, well-maintained cycling, hiking
and horse-riding trail; the website has information about facilities along the route.
The 220km Øhavssti (Archipelago Trail) is a long-distance walking trail spanning Fun-
en and the islands to its south. It snakes its way from west to east Funen along the southern
coast, then travels northern Langeland. It concludes with a delightful 36km stretch across
Ærø's countryside.
Shorter walks at or around scenic landmarks include the base of the chalk cliffs at Møns
Klint; along the coast at Stevns Klint; to Grenen sand spit, Denmark's northernmost point;
and around 147m Himmelbjerget, one of Denmark's highest peaks.
