Practical information

It is allowed to sail in non-motorized vessels (canoes, kayaks, SUP boards) on rivers and lakes with multiple owners, such as the entire Gudenå river. However, if a lake has only one private owner, you must first obtain permission from the owner to access the lake. On public lakes and rivers, you are free to move around as you wish. There may, however, be cases where public authorities have restricted access for nature conservation reasons.

If you wish to sail on a river, make sure the water depth is sufficient. For both rivers and lakes, you must be able to access the water yourself. Avoid disturbing the nature, and use boat docks, launch sites, and similar facilities if they are publicly available.

As a general rule, you are free to move on the sea and fjords, whether you are in a kayak, rowing boat, or motorized vessel. However, there are restrictions in areas such as wildlife reserves and other protected nature areas. This includes places like Vorsø in Horsens Fjord.

Motorboats, jet skis, and similar vessels are only allowed to operate within 300 meters of the shore. Beyond that, the speed is limited to a maximum of 5 knots when approaching the land.

As a general rule, you are always allowed to move along public as well as private roads and paths through fields, meadows, or similar areas 24/7. However, there may be some cases where a private landowner restricts access for privacy reasons. In these instances, clear signage must be provided.

It is not permitted to walk on cultivated fields.

On uncultivated land, the same rules apply as for forests. Access to paths on private land is allowed from 6 AM until sunset, while on public land, you may move around freely at any time of day or night.

If you want to collect firewood in the forest floor of public forests, you need to purchase a foraging permit through the Danish Nature Agency.

It is allowed for everyone, with or without a foraging permit, to collect branches and twigs from the forest floor, as well as cut branches from fallen trees. It is also allowed to gather moss and pine cones for personal use.

Be aware that firewood is available at many nature campsites, though not all of them.

If you wish to forage in private forests, you need to make an agreement with the landowner.

• Rule Number 1: Never eat anything you can't identify with 100% certainty
• Only forage what you need. It’s good etiquette. The rule of thumb is to harvest no more than can fit in a shopping bag.
• Always forage from clean areas: Avoid sewer outlets, harbours, and river mouths. Be mindful of algal blooms and seasonal changes.

Staying in shelters has become quite popular in recent years. Most shelters in nature are free of charge. However, some may require a small fee. For most shelters, it operates on a first-come, first-served basis, but at others, it’s possible to book in advance. Booking is usually only necessary for private shelters.

A common rule for all public shelters is that you must make space for others. For example, if there are already two people in a shelter and a group of three arrives, you cannot turn them away.

All bookable government shelters can be reserved on this page.

Shelters are often located in remote areas without additional facilities. At other times, they are situated in nature campsites with facilities like fire pits, multi-toilets, and benches. If you want better conditions and more comfort during your shelter stay, you can book a private shelter. The price is higher but offers access to amenities like bathrooms, breakfast, outdoor kitchens, or similar facilities.

Yes, in public forests and on public beaches, you are allowed to sleep on the ground. This can be in a sleeping bag or a hammock hung between two trees. The rule is that you cannot have a roof over you. If you want shelter from the rain, you are referred to forests with wild camping or nature campsites.

Hiking trails are usually marked with a wooden post featuring a metal sign. Most people only notice the color of the sign itself, but in fact, the color of the post also provides relevant information. It indicates whether you are on private or public land. On state-owned land (managed by the Danish Nature Agency), the posts are red. On municipal land, the posts are black. On private land, they are brown. Along a hiking route, the color of the posts can change several times, guiding you on how to behave in nature.

The sign itself typically features arrows and dots in different colors to help you distinguish between different routes. In some cases, there may also be a unique logo for a specific route. For example, heart paths are marked with the logo of the Heart Association. The color of the arrows and dots doesn’t have any significance. A small trend in our area is that main routes are marked in red, while side routes are marked in yellow. However, this is not a rule.

Cycling routes have their own signage. You’ll follow a blue sign with a bike icon and a route number. National cycle routes have red numbers, while regional cycle routes have blue numbers. There are also exceptions for cycling routes. For example, the Kulturringen - Culture By Bike is marked with a flower symbol instead of a number.

Yes, it matters for what you are allowed to do when you're in nature.

Let's start with the rules: As a general rule, you are allowed to walk on trails and roads through forests and along beaches, whether you're on private or public land. You can walk on private beaches but cannot stop or linger. In private forests, you are allowed to walk on trails from 6 a.m. until sunset. You are not allowed to stop or linger within 150 meters of buildings in private forests. In forests smaller than 5 hectares, private landowners can deny public access. If this is the case, it must be clearly marked at the entrance to the forest. Generally, you can always tell if a forest is public or private by the signs at the entrance.

In public forests, you can walk off-trail on foot at any time, but you must follow any signage.

Tips: Always respect privacy and do not enter private land. Think of it as being a guest in someone else’s home when you walk through their forest. Pass through as much as possible, but avoid stopping. In general, the presence of facilities like picnic tables or marked routes is a good indicator that the owner is okay with you stopping on the property.

If yo can not swim, then you should avoid the parts of the Gudenå where the water level is high. 

For those who can not swim or feel unsafe in the water, we recommend the stratch from Tørring to Åstedbro. Here the stream is narrow and the water level low. Often so low, that the canoe almost hits the bed. You can easily touch bottom on this whole stretch, and there are not many waves that can make the canoe tip. On the other hand, there are many turns which makes the route quite technical. It is quite fun to navigate around the winding stream - and then you forget the insecurity or hesitation.

No, that is not necessary at all. In theory you can come as you are for a canoeing day-trip. The only thing you must remember is water and food. Paddling can be quite hard, and you are going to need some fluid.

And remember the sunscreen. The author of this text forgot it once. Never again!

The canoe has space for storage, and you can easily bring a couple og rucksacks and a cool box. There is a small but real risk that the canoe tilts. Therefore, it is a good idea to bring drybags for the most important things (smartphone, wallet etc.). 
Also cinsider your choice of footwear. You could get water in your canoe - and you might also have to get out of the canoe and push it. Therefore, we recommend bringing spare clothes. Especially dry socks. 

Yes, absolutely. The rules for permits that apply to canoes also apply to kayaks and paddleboards. 

It is possible to rent kayaks at Tørring Canoe Rental.

If you rent a canoe, then you do not need to worry about permits. The canoe rental has this covered.

If you bring your own canoe to the area, then you must purchase a guest registration.

If you are a citizen in Horsens or Hedensted Municipality, you can register the canoe as local, and you do not need a guest registration. 

Yes. You are not allowed to sail upstream from Klostermølle to Tørring. Therefore, you must follow Gudenåen northward. Sailing downstream is also a bit nicer. 

For this reason, during the summer holiday, you can get on The Gudenå Bus, which sails canoeists from Klostermølle to Tørring with several stops every day. The bus is your way to get back to the starting point. 

There is room for two adults in a canoe. If you have two children (max. 30 kilo), there is also room for them.

Bigger children can paddle, but prepare to be the engine if you share a canoe with a child. And take into account how patient the child is, since a day trip can be quite long.  

Naturally, if you are preparing a canoeing holiday, it is nice to know how many days you need to spend on the journey. A day trip in a canoe is about 15-20 kilometres. It is of course individual and depends on preferences as well as who is canoeing. If you are in doubt, ask the canoe rental. They are always ready to guide and assist you. 

If you ask your good friend Google, you can get a bit confused. some sources say 149 kilometres - others 176... or 160. It all depends on what you refer to as the Gudenå. For example the first narrow stretch after the sources of the Gudenå and its outlet in Randers Fjord.

The strech that you can navigate in a canoe is 140 kilometres. And the one-way traffic stretch in the Coastal Land between Tørring and The Monastery Mill is 41 kilometres.

Tørring – Åstedbro: 14 km
Åstedbro – Bredstenbro: 6 km
Bredstenbro – Vestbirk Hydropower Plantrk: 7 km
Vestbirk Hydropower Plant – Voervadsbro: 7 km
Voervadsbro – The Monastery Mill/Lake Mossø: 6 km
The Monastery Mill/Lake Mossø – Ry: 10 km

Various archaeological finds testify that Hjarnø has been home to life and activity for millennia. In Horsens Fjord, 37 underground finds from the Stone Age have been made - several on the west side of Hjarnø. In the shallow water just west of the harbour, remains of a settlement from this period (2000 BC) can be found.

Inland, archaeologists have found a significant gold hoard from the Late Iron Age (from the 6th century).

The oldest finds on the island date back to around 9,500 BC.

The main historical attraction on the island are the calf stones, which are among the largest Viking graves in terms of stone ships.

No. It’s up to you.

As a naturist, you decide how clothed - or unclothed - you want to be.

Regardless of your clothing, you are, of course, expected to respect the freedom of others to be naked at naturist campsites and beaches, for example, as part of the common rules.

In the Coastal Land, you can visit N.F.J. Naturistcamping as an overnight guest or as a day guest on the signposted naturist beach.

You can be naked on the whole site, on the beach and in the shop.

Naturism is about the freedom to be naked and undressed when it feels natural.

Naturism has nothing to do with sexuality. It is a form of holiday where it is socially acceptable to be fully or partially naked at, for example, the campsite (including communal areas/facilities) or the beach.

Legend has it that the island of Alrø got its name in Viking times when the Viking King Hjarne lived on Hjarnø. He married the female warrior Alrune and gave her Alrø (Alrunes ø - Alrune’s Island), and their son Endlau was given the island of Endelave.

You can walk, cycle or drive to Alrø by the land-locked dam from the north side of Horsens Fjord.

You can also sail to Alrø from the water side with the Bicycle Ferry from Hjarnø (for cyclists and pedestrians) during the summer

Alrø is a small island in Horsens Fjord and part of Odder Municipality along the east coast of Jutland.

You can have your bicycle repaired at Cykelsmeden Odder and Tandhjulet.

If you are on holiday and do not have your mountain bike to hand, fortunately, you can hire a mountain bike at Cykelsmeden Odder and Saksild Strand Camping.

•    Tire irons
•    Tools for gears, brakes, screws and bolts
•    Bicycle helmet
•    Cushioned cycling pants
•    Cycling Gloves
•    Cloth and/or disposable gloves in case you need to repair your bicycle.
•    Windproof outerwear
•    Bicycle Pump
•    Repair kit
•    Spare parts – e.g. a spare hose for your bicycle and bicycle trailer, and also extra bolts and nuts. Possibly also extra cables for gears and brakes as well as extra spokes and tools to replace these.
•    Moisture-wicking underwear

It’s a little complex, and then it’s not. Let us guide you.

As a rule, it is not allowed to sleep in a tent in the countryside. BUT - The Danish Nature Agency has designated a large number of forests throughout the country for wild camping. There are the following forests in the Coastal Land:

- Skablund Forest on the north side of Horsens Fjord.

- Bjerre Forest, Rold Forest, and Boller Nederskov at Bjerrelide south of Horsens Fjord.

- Sebberup Forests, Ussinggård Forests and Kær Forest north of Hedensted.

- Grund Forest on the north side of Vejle Fjord.

Furthermore, there are a large number of nature camp sites where you can pitch your tent - some are free, while others charge a fee. 

It is only allowed to sleep in tents in privately owned forests if you have a special permit from the owner.

It is not allowed to pitch a tent on the beach.

Both in public forests and on the beach, sleeping on the forest floor is allowed, but not in a tent. A sleeping bag or hammock is ok. The basic rule is that you must have a clear view of the stars. 

You sail with the Hjarnø Ferry between Snaptun and Hjarnø. The crossing takes about 5 minutes.

The ferry has more than 30 daily departures in each direction, so you can always come aboard. You just show up at the harbour - it cannot be booked in advance, and should the ferry be full, then you will not have to wait long for the next departure.

The ferry is not large, it seats 48 passengers and 5-6 cars, and it takes all kinds of vehicles.

During the summer, cyclists and pedestrians can also get to Hjarnø via Alrø with the Bicycle Ferry (Note: The Bicycle Ferry must be booked in advance. A ticket for the Bicycle Ferry is also valid for the Hjarnø Ferry).

There are about 110 permanent residents on the small island in Horsens Fjord.

Hjarnø covers an area of approximately 3.2 square kilometres.

Hjarnø is a small island about 500 metres off the south-facing coast of Horsens Fjord.

The ferry sails from Snaptun about 17 km from Horsens or 15 km from Juelsminde.

There are about 165 permanent residents on Endelave.

The island is 13.2 square metres and the trip around the island is approximately 21 km.

Endelave is very bicycle-friendly, and you can hire bicycles at Udsigten Endelave at the harbour.

You sail with the Endelave ferry from the harbour town of Snaptun on the south side of Horsens Fjord.

There are two daily departures in each direction, and the crossing takes about 1 hour.

The trip is a nature experience in itself, where porpoises and seals can be seen, among other things. Therefore, it is a good idea to bring binoculars for the crossing.

Onboard you will find a shop where you can stock up on drinks, bread, sausages, ice cream and sweets.

Endelave is a small island in the Kattegat south of Horsens Fjord.

The ferry sails from the small harbour town of Snaptun on the north side of the Juelsminde Peninsula (approx. 17 km from Horsens and 15 km from Juelsminde).

Tunø is a car-free island and you cannot bring your car on the ferry.

However, the island is no bigger than you can easily get around on foot or on the bicycle you bring with you or a hired bicycle.

You can also experience the island from the back of a tractor on a so-called Traxi tour.

You are welcome to bring your dog to the island, but it must be kept on a lead at all times.

Yes, you can bring your own bicycle, and it is also possible to rent bicycles on the island at Tunø Bicycle Rental. 

You sail with the Tunø Ferry from the harbour town of Hou on the coast of eastern Jutland.

There are two daily departures in each direction and the crossing takes approximately 55 minutes.

It is not possible to bring your car, so park your car in Hou, where there are plenty of parking spaces at the harbour and both short- and long-term parking is available.

(Special permission to bring the car can be given for transport or disabled vehicles by contacting the ferry directly).

It is possible to buy coffee, soft drinks and sweets from vending machines on the ferry crossing. You can also pick up a free treasure map for the Tunø Treasure Hunt on the ferry.

There are just less than100 permanent residents on Tunø.

The island is 3.48 square kilometres and the trip around the island is about 8.3 km.

Piers are unique places to fish because there is a good chance of a catch. The large rocks attract small fish which, in turn, attract the larger predatory fish.
At the same time, the pier is a great way to get to deep water without pulling on your waders.

As with pier fishing, when fishing from a dock you have the opportunity to get to deep water without pulling on your waders.
In general, harbour fishing does not require much in terms of equipment - everyone can join in. A fishing rod, a leader and bait are all you need.
In the narrow, inner Horsens Harbour area, fish may have difficulty finding their way out, once they have entered. There are, therefore, good chances of a catch here.

On an island, you are relatively independent of wind and weather conditions. It is easy to move to another spot on the island where there is shelter, if the wind were to change. Islands in fjords often mean that the fairways are narrow which, in turn, means that there is often a high concentration of fish in one particular area.

There are several campsites and canoeing campsites along the Gudenå river, and fishing is often permitted from their grounds during overnight stays. Here is an overview:

Tørring Camping: Fishing is allowed from the campsite grounds during overnight stays. 

Åle Tent Site: Fishing is not allowed.

Camp Åstedbro: Fishing is not allowed.

Gudenå Camping & Canoe Rental: Fishing is allowed from the campsite grounds during overnight stays. 

Vestbirk Camping: Association fishing licences can be purchased for the three Vestbirk Lakes, which are part of the Gudenå river.  

Voervadsbro Tent Site: Fishing from the site is allowed during overnight stays. 

No. Unfortunately, you are not allowed to fish while in a canoe - fishing must be done from land.

The many landowners own the right to fish by the Gudenå river on the stretch. In order to get permission to fish by the Gudenå river, with a few exceptions, a fishing licence must be purchased from the local fishing association.

Fishing licences for the stretch between Tørring and Aastedbro must be purchased from Horsens and Omegns Sports Fishing Association, which has the right to almost the entire stretch. You can buy a day pass for a stretch between Uldum Marsh to where the Gudenå river meets Raskvej, a little south of Åle.

Further north, at Gammelstrup, the association also has a shorter stretch in stunning countryside.

Further north, by Mos Lake, Silkeborg Fishing Association has the fishing rights on the lake’s western shore. If you spend the night at the canoe campsite at The Monastery Mill (Klostermølle), you can fish in the stream in the site’s area by buying a pass from the attendant.

On Fishingindenmark’s digital map, you can see if a fishing association has fishing rights for a particular lake. If so, you need a fishing licence to fish there. If the lake is not marked on the map, fishing is generally not allowed. Fishing is free in a number of state-owned forest lakes. In the Coastal Land, this applies to Elverdam Lake in Bjerre Forest. Please note, however, that fishing from a boat is never allowed in state-owned areas. On some lakes, fishing is permitted on a limited stretch of the lakeshore. In the Coastal Land, this applies to Mos Lake and Ring Lake.

In Horsens, there is a large outdoor shop, Effektlageret, with a large section with fishing tackle, including starter packs for put & take fishing. If you can’t get to Horsens, you can also visit their large webshop.

Some put & take lakes have equipment hire so you can try your hand at fishing without having to spend a lot of money. 

Put & take is a fun form of fishing with good chances of catching fish. There are plenty of fish in the lakes, and they are also easily accessible, so you can pick several different spots. Put & take lakes have good facilities such as a shop where you can buy and hire equipment, lakeside parking and a cleaning room so you can prepare your fish and take it home. At the same time, put & take is a more social form of fishing with good opportunities to take a break and lunch at the tables/benches set up and chat with strangers.

For families, put & take is the obvious way to try fishing for the first time, to hone your technique or just to have a fun and different nature experience. And if the children get impatient, there’s often a playground near the lakes.

The Danish put & take lakes are trout lakes. You will mainly catch rainbow trout, but river trout and golden trout are also common. In some lakes, you will also be able to catch pike and eel.

Most fishing lakes are affiliated with a local fishing association, which holds the right to fish. Some fishing associations require membership, while others sell fishing licences that give temporary access to fishing. In return, the fisheries association cares for and maintains the waters.

The Vestbirk Lakes: Brædstrup og Omegns Sportsfiskerforening (fishing licences can be purchased at Vestbirk Camping).

Mossø: Mainly Silkeborg Fiskeriforening (fishing licences can be purchased via their website).

Bygholm Lake: Bygholm Lystfisker- og Baadejerforening (fishing licences can be purchased at Bygholm Sø Camping).

The Danish Fisheries Agency administers the national fishing licence. On their website, you can buy fishing licences, which give access to fishing throughout the country. You can choose to buy a fishing licence for a day, a week or a whole year.

• Toilet paper
• Toiletry bag
• Sun cream
• Plasters and blister plasters
• Tick remover
• Wet wipes and hand sanitiser
• Rubbish bag
• Fluid containers (drinking containers or bottles). You should drink about half a litre of fluid for an hour of walking
• Snacks and fast carbohydrates
• Rain cover for your backpack
• Rain jacket
• Clothing for changing weather conditions
• Extra socks
• A powerbank

A sleeping bag, sleeping mat and toilet paper are a must, and possibly a tent if you aren’t sleeping in a shelter.

If you are cooking at the campsite, you will need a Trangia set or at least a pot or pan. Don’t forget matches or a lighter, cutlery and a plate. One often overlooked thing is washing-up liquid for cleaning after the meal.

Food for the trip can usefully be freeze-dried dishes. Supermarkets now have a good selection, but there are also dishes (field rations) designed for the outdoors that can be bought in outdoor shops.

A combination of these is ideal. 

It’s a good idea to always have a backup in your bag in case you get hungry. Muesli bars, long-life bread, tinned food, fruit and snacks (be aware that chocolate melts in the heat) are good to have on hand when you need to replenish your energy stores.

Some choose to add a daily supermarket visit to the route and visit a local place to eat in the evening. That way, you only have to concentrate on getting the fast carbs in your bag.

It’s also possible to cook outdoors at the area’s nature campsites. In this case, you must bring dried ready meals and cooking equipment.

And remember to fill up your water bottles before you leave! Fluid requirements vary from person to person and depend on the weather, but a basic rule is to carry one litre of fluid for 10 kilometres of walking.

Yes!

It’s always a good idea to train some kilometres before setting off on a big hike over several days. You will use muscles you are not used to, which can make your legs ache and sore. However, the biggest challenge is actually your skin. If you are not used to walking long distances, you may get blisters that can potentially make the hike quite uncomfortable if you are not prepared. We recommend that you do a handful of walks of the distance you will be doing daily on the hiking holiday. And remember that on the hiking holiday, you have a full backpack, so make sure you carry weight when you are out “training”.

And if you are not used to walking, suitable footwear is even more important. Choose hiking boots over hiking shoes as they provide better protection for tired feet against twists and sprains. Carry plenty of socks on your trip, and make sure you change them regularly. And if your feet get wet on the way, make sure you change your socks to avoid blisters.

If you are going out with a group that might be a bit more hardcore than you and used to hiking in the wilderness for days on end, you don’t want to be the one holding the others back. With a little training, suitable footwear and a blister plaster in your bag, you’re on your way.

No! You can come as you are in nature. Some people are happier with all the “right” gear, while others are fine with a worn pair of running shoes and a plastic bag from the local supermarket in hand.

If you are going to hike far - and for many days - you should at least have a comfortable and roomy backpack for your stuff and a good pair of hiking shoes/boots. 

Per person, including a bicycle

All year: 95 DKK
Children under 3: free

Your dog’s paws can take a bit of everything - from walking on asphalt to gravel roads and grass. On particularly hot sunny days, be aware that hot asphalt can injure paws. Just as if you were walking barefoot. Beach sand and saltwater can be great for your dog, but salt and sand wear on the paws.

A dog can take most things - the question is whether it is stimulated enough. If it has to walk only on asphalt or gravel paths, it will probably get bored. So the optimum is varied terrain with plenty of opportunities to sniff about in the countryside. 

Water: The most crucial thing if you are going to go far is that the dog has access to water. So take a container of water with you on the trip and possibly a bowl to drink from.

Food: If you are going far, bring some food for the trip. A dog uses more energy than usual when it has to walk far. Also, bring a chew or something similar for when you take a break to keep the dog calm.

Tick repellent: Dogs attract ticks like magnets. If you are going for a long walk or going into the woods, consider drenching the dog with tick repellent before the walk.

Two leads: It can be a useful to bring a short and a long lead. The short lead should be used in towns, as well as places where there are many people or traffic. The long lead is for when the dog can be a little freer.

There is plenty of gear and equipment you can bring on the trip, such as bags so the dog can carry the equipment itself, but this is rarely necessary. However, if you regularly go for long walks, a dog first aid kit should be included in your trip. Dogs can get hurt, and their paws are particularly vulnerable.

As a general rule, dogs should be kept on a lead both in towns and the countryside, which is to protect the dog, other people who may not think Fido is great, and nature’s other animals. However, there are two exceptions to the rule. In fenced dog forests, as well as on beaches during the winter months (October-March), dogs are allowed to run free.

In July and August, the forests are usually dry, but you can expect the trails to be very muddy the rest of the year. Especially in areas with valleys, streams and meadows. After periods of heavy rain, it can be wet for a longer period. Luckily, it’s rarely impassable, and you certainly should not be put off from a hike in the woods, but you might not want to wear those brand new white trainers.

Whether it is a private or public forest, the dog must be kept on a lead.

However, there are many dog woods in the area where dogs are allowed to run free in a large fenced area.

You may not sleep anywhere in the Danish forests, and you are welcome to stay overnight at nature campsites and shelters in the forests. However, please note that some of them need to be booked.

Furthermore, there are many forests in the area with free camping. You can get an overview of the possibilities for overnight stays in forests on our digital map.

You can go in public forests around the clock and in privately owned forests from 6 in the morning until sunset.

In private forests, you have to stick to paths, while you can go anywhere in public forests.

Signs will be posted at the forests’ entrances and car parks, indicating whether the forest is private or public. It will also indicate if there are any special rules you need to be aware of.

No. You pay per person, and you don’t have to pay for a bicycle, pram, dog or similar.

The Bicycle Ferry is not large and can only carry 12 people on the trip, and it is therefore not possible to take your car on the crossing.

You are, of course, welcome to bring your bicycle. Furthermore, you are welcome to bring your pram and dog on the ferry. The basic rule is that you must be able to carry it on board yourself.

It is not possible to bring mopeds or cargo bikes on board the bicycle ferry.

Contact Yourticket at info@yourticket.dk if you wish to request a refund for your ticket. Fees + 5% of the ticket price are non-refundable and will be deducted from the amount reimbursed to your payment card.

If you want to change your ticket to a different departure, please purchase a ticket for the desired departure and then email Yourticket to request a refund for the previously purchased tickets.

For ticket changes and refunds, you must contact Yourticket at least 48 hours before departure. After this deadline, changes to your ticket purchase will no longer be possible.

Good question. It depends on so many things.

If you want to have plenty of time to experience Hjarnø, you may want to take an early ferry from Snaptun. This way, you can walk/cycle around and feel the atmosphere of the island before heading to Alrø.

If you want to have a good time at one of Alrø’s delicious places to eat, you can start from there and sail on when your stomach is full.

If you don’t want to go to Snaptun but only experience the islands, then start the trip from Alrø.

If you cycle around the fjord, the choice is yours. There is more flexibility if you start the trip from Snaptun. From here, you can take any departure with the Hjarnø Ferry, so you do not risk waiting time.  

Contact info@yourticket.dk for technical support for booking tickets.

Yes, if there are places available, you can come. However, the Bicycle Ferry has a limited capacity of 12 people, so for your own sake - book in advance.

The Hjarnø ferry: The Hjarnø Ferry sails more than 30 times a day, and you can always join the trip between Snaptun and Hjarnø without having booked a ticket in advance.

Yes, you can stay and experience Hjarnø. The Hjarnø Ferry sails more than 30 times a day, and you can choose which departure you take. In other words, between Snaptun and Hjarnø, you do not need to keep to a specified sailing time. Just turn up whenever it suits you - as long as you’re sailing on the day shown on your ticket.

However, this does NOT apply to the Bicycle Ferry, which operates only twice a day. Between Alrø and Hjarnø, it is important that you keep to the departure time.

You can park your car both at the harbour in Snaptun and at the ferry terminal on Alrø.

Alrø is landlocked on the north side of Horsens Fjord via a dam. You can therefore walk, cycle or drive to the island.

Yes, that’s correct. The bicycle ferry operates between Alrø and Hjarnø. However, as a bonus, your bicycle ferry ticket also grants you access to the Hjarnø Ferry, which sails between Hjarnø and Snaptun on the mainland. Simply show your bicycle ferry ticket when boarding the Hjarnø Ferry.

There’s no need to book a spot on the Hjarnø Ferry, which operates more than 30 times a day, so you can just show up and board the next departure. Access to the Hjarnø Ferry is valid for the entire day but can only be used once.

This allows you to cross the fjord as part of your cycling or hiking trip along the Fjordmino trail around the fjord.

No. If you are going back to your car, remember to buy two tickets - one for each way. Make sure you have tickets for both departures before buying the first one.

No. The ticket is only valid for one specific date, and you need to buy a ticket for both days. If you are going between Snaptun and Hjarnø one day and between Hjarnø and Alrø the other, you can buy a ticket for the Hjarnø Ferry for one day and book a ticket in advance for the Bicycle Ferry for the other day.

Yes! You can borrow one of the characteristic pink town bicycles at accommodation locations and attractions around Horsens. You pay a small deposit for the bicycle, and then you are free to cycle around the area. When you have finished the ride, return the bicycle to the same place you started.

Follow this link to see where you can borrow a town bicycle.

The Coastal Land offers a good and varied range of accommodation for your trip - whether you’re looking for hotels, bed & breakfasts, cabins on campsites, holiday homes or nature campsites.

Some accommodation locations are noted for their particular focus on good conditions for cycling tourists. In the Coastal Land, three accommodation locations have achieved Bed + Bike certification, which is your guarantee that your needs are in focus. You can read more about the certification and see the certified accommodation locations by following this link.

You can get a complete overview of accommodation on this page.

In Odder, Horsens, Hedensted and Juelsminde, skilled bicycle dealers and mechanics are ready to help and guide you, so your bicycle is ready for beach sand, Denmark’s highest mountains, and the other Coastal Land’s challenges.

If you have a mishap or need a new bicycle for the cycle tour, you can stop by Cykelsmeden or Tandhjulet in Odder.

You will be riding many kilometres on your cycling holiday, so to avoid mishaps, repairs and sore legs on the way, it’s a good idea to make sure your bicycle is in tip-top condition. If you don’t have much experience with bicycle care, you should take it to your local bicycle mechanic, who will be happy to give it a thorough check. And the price is affordable.

If you are more of a do-it-yourselfer, keep this in mind before you set off:

• Clean the bicycle
• Lubricate the chain
• Check the condition of your tyres. Replace them if they are perishing
• Correct tyre pressure
• Adjust the saddle height. Also, check that the saddle is the correct width to avoid saddle sores
• Adjust and lubricate your gears
• Retighten the bicycle’s bolts, nuts and screws

• Bell
• Bicycle lights (both front and rear lights)
• Bicycle lock It is compulsory to lock your bicycle if you leave it for a long period
• Brakes on both wheels
• White reflector visible from the front
• Red reflector visible from behind
• Two yellow reflectors on each pedal
• Yellow reflector in each tyre or reflective tyre

• Toilet paper
• Hand sanitizer
• A pot or pan
• Cutlery
• A knife and a spoon for the pot
• Plate
• Lying mat
• Sleeping bag
• A power bank

• Bicycle pump
• Repair kit
• Tire levers
• Tools for gears, brakes, screws and bolts
• Spare parts – e.g. an extra tube for your bicycle and bicycle trailer as well as extra bolts and nuts. Possibly also extra cables for gears and brakes as well as extra spokes and tools for replacing these 
• Cloth and/or disposable gloves in case you need to repair your bicycle.
• Bicycle helmet
• Cycling pants with cushion
• Wicking underwear
• Bicycle gloves
• Windproof coverallsRain gear
• Waterproof covers for shoes and bicycle helmet
• First Aid
• Bicycle lamps 
• Bicycle lock