West Jutland (Holstebro)
The area offers a unique blend of nature and culture. Open landscapes, vibrant river valleys, and historic traces meet a thriving cultural life and modern experiences.
Nature is shaped by heath, forests, and river landscapes. Storå winds through meadows and varied terrain, creating rich opportunities for outdoor activities all year round.
Hiking options range from peaceful paths along rivers and woods to more challenging routes in rolling hills. Along the way, wildlife and sweeping views reveal the area’s diversity.
After a day in nature, visitors can explore culture through art, theatre, and music, or enjoy a meal at a local inn, where regional produce and warm hospitality take center stage.
Rural areas
In each of the rural areas, you will have the opportunity to experience the area's beautiful hiking trails, exciting attractions and charming dining spots.
West Jutland (Holstebro)
Stubbergård Sø
Stubbergård Sø (lake) winds through wild, protected landscapes, with trails framed by rich birdlife, tunnel-valley formations and dead-ice hollows—perfect for peaceful hiking with scenic views.
To the south, the ruins of Stubbergård Monastery stand as a quiet cultural landmark—offering a reflective stop amid nature’s embrace.
West Jutland (Holstebro)
Mosestien, Stampestrømmen & Karup Å
The trails meander through varied terrain—wetlands, river valleys, and ice-age formations—perfect for peaceful hikes rich in views and wildlife.
At Sevel Kalkværk, a visitor center, restored pot kilns, and ruins illustrate significant geological and industrial heritage.
West Jutland (Holstebro)
Borbjerg, Ryde og Feldborg
Here you are offered gentle hiking through heath plantations, mixed forests, and along Borbjerg Lake, showcasing glacial landscapes, abundant birdlife, and deer – perfect for a relaxed pace and nature experiences.
In Feldborg Nørreskov, the troll VildEmil rests in his nest made of fir trees and branches – challenging to spot on the forest floor.
West Jutland (Holstebro)
Ejsing, Skånsø & Ådalen
The area offers walks along Skånsø and Sdr. Lem Vig through plantations, heath, and reed forests. The clear waters of the lobelia lake and the Geddal Strandenge bird reserves provide rich nature experiences and scenic viewpoints for relaxed hikers.
Hjerl Hede Open-Air Museum provides historical insights with buildings, mills, and workshops from the 1600s–1900s, brought to life by volunteers in period costume.
Highlights
Here you can enjoy a selection of highlights from the nature areas, each of which offers unique nature experiences and local attractions.
Easy, beautiful and unique
Hiking has been made easy for you as the most beautiful and unique hiking trails in each area have been carefully selected for you. You can decide for yourself how many of these trails you want to explore or whether you might want to spend several days in one or more of the areas.
You transport yourself to the various hiking trails in the area when it fits into your daily schedule. Then you can hike at your own pace and choose the distance that suits you on varied hiking trails in some of Denmark's most beautiful landscapes.
In each of the areas, the best and most interesting sights and experiences, as well as the most charming places to eat, have also been selected for you, so that you can put together exactly the walking holiday that suits you.