Activities by, on, in, and around the Gudenå River

Foto: Silkeborg Kommune

Experience the Gudenå River

The Gudenå is long and varied. Here, you can hike - both long and short trails. You can sail and experience the landscape from the water or fish both from the shore and the lake. You can cycle, for example, on the disused railways where you are free from traffic, and on some of Denmark’s best MTB trails. Along the way, you will encounter unique nature, vibrant towns, and cultural and historical spots of exceptional quality.

Hiking

Go for a walk by Gudenåen

Foto: Silkeborg Kommune
Sailing

Experience Gudenåen from the waterside

Foto: Tobias Park
Fishing

Fish at Gudenåen

Cycling

On a bike by Gudenåen

Visit attractions

Discover the sights of Gudenåen

Remember to be considerate and follow the rules

Public and Private Areas: Public areas are those owned by the state/Nature Agency and municipalities. Here, access is allowed around the clock. On private areas, you have access from 6 AM to sunset. When stopping, there must be at least 150 meters to residential and operational buildings on private areas and at least 50 meters on public areas. - As a sailor, you should know that you can land at marked locations. On private areas and islands, it is not allowed to land unless there are clearly marked rest and overnight places and landing spots. If in doubt, do not land. There are sailing prohibitions in several places in the Gudenå - for example, you are not allowed to sail in reed and bulrush areas. Additionally: Remember your trash. Keep your dog on a leash. Avoid noisy behavior - especially in the evening and at night. Be considerate - also to those who live by the Gudenå.

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Find everything on the Gudenå map

On the Gudenå map, you can find hiking and cycling routes, launch sites, shelter areas, experiences, and much more.
Foto: Hedensted Kommune

Places to hike, bike, sail, and visit in the south, central, and north regions

MIDDLE - The Lake District, Søhøjlandet

Himmelbjergruten - south of the lakes

SOUTH - Land of Gudar

Regional route 33 – from source to Øm Kloster

NORTH - The Land of Bargemen

Regional route 30 – from Randers to Øm

Foto: Mads Østergaard
MIDDLE - The Lake District, Søhøjlandet

Along the Silkeborg – Horsens railway path

NORTH - The Land of Bargemen

Along the railway path Randers – Silkeborg

SOUTH - Land of Gudar

Gudenåstien - from source to Uldum Kær

MIDDLE - The Lake District, Søhøjlandet

Gudenåstien – from Klostermølle to Ry