Explore Your Way...

Explore Silkeborg, with both short and longer trips. The hills, woodland and waterways reveal new areas and scenery free and waiting for you to discover them. The area is open to you; whether you are a rambler, jogger, cyclist, canoeist, ornithologist, picnicker or nature lover.

In the Silkeborg area you can get close to nature, and nature is always close at hand.
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Rambling and Cycling

 
A good ramble or bike ride is a must for any visit to the Silkeborg area. Choose from a wide variety of routes that lead you through heath and woodland to well-known landmarks and secluded areas.

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Canoeing

The Gudenå River and Silkeborg Lakes are the perfect place for an active canoeing holiday in beautiful and peaceful surroundings. You can reach a number of local attractions from the lakes and waterways, and there are plenty of places to stay en route. A canoeing holiday on the river and lakes is a new way to appreciate the surroundings by bringing you closer to nature and offering plenty of fun along the way.


For more information about canoeing contact Silkeborg Tourist Office.

Birds of Prey Shows

 
Just outside Silkeborg you can experience birds of prey close up. Hawks, owls, falcons and many other beautiful birds of prey provide daily shows during the high season. There is also the opportunity to learn more about the different species.
For more information about Silkeborg Rovfugleshow click here...

Geocaching

Go on a geocaching treasure hunt - a new way to experience the great outdoors. The Silkeborg area is dotted with caches and the hunt will lead you to all sorts of places in the area.

For more information about geocaching contact Silkeborg Tourist Office.


Angling

Whether you want an angling holiday, or just fancy a couple of hours in the company of your rod and the beautiful countryside, the Silkeborg area is the perfect destination. Mile after mile of rivers and lakes make this fishing trip a pleasure and a challenge. (You can obtain a fishing license from the tourist office)

For more information about angling in the Silkeborg area click here...

For water lovers

The Silkeborg area features Denmark's most extensive lakes region. As well as contributing to the unique character of the area, the river and lakes are perfect for everyone who likes a refreshing dip on a hot summer day. There are plenty of clean bathing lakes to choose from including: Almindsø, Slåensø, Thorsø, Hinge Sø and Bryrup Langsø among others.

For more information about local bathing lakes click here...