Getaway in Danmarks Smukkeste
You don’t need to travel far or leave the country to get away from everyday life and relax. In the middle of Søhøjlandet’s rolling landscape, you’ll find everything you long for – peace, views, fresh air, and time together. Whether you’re seeking tranquility as a couple, quality time with friends, or adventure with the family, great experiences await you right in the heart of Denmark.
Mini-Break with Children
For families with children who long for time together and outdoor experiences, Danmarks Smukkeste is a true paradise. Here, children can run free, and adults can breathe – and the best part? Experiences are close by, so you can do a lot without traveling far.
Hop in a canoe on Skanderborg Lake, take a bike ride through the green hills, or explore the many trails around the lakes. A visit to Himmelbjerget is a must – both for the view and the ice cream at the top.
Stay in cozy accommodations at Danhostel Skanderborg, located in scenic surroundings right by the lake but still close to Skanderborg town, where you’ll find charming shops and lovely cafés and restaurants.
Or choose Birkhede Camping, where children can play by the water and try the playground and many other activities while adults enjoy a cup of coffee with a view of nature.
Here, the holiday isn’t about going far – it’s about slowing down and getting closer to each other.
Gastronomic Getaway
Whether you are a foodie, a pleasure-seeker, or just looking for a weekend away from everyday life, a gastronomic getaway to Danmarks Smukkeste is an experience that whets the appetite for more – for food, nature, and togetherness. Here, you’ll find everything from local breweries and small café gems to charming inns and modern gourmet restaurants, all surrounded by lakes and forests, offering seasonal menus that delight your taste buds beyond the ordinary.
In the heart of Denmark, you’ll find breathtaking nature that invites you to slow down and enjoy the calm and each other’s company. Start the day, for example, with freshly brewed coffee and homemade pastries at a local café, take a relaxing walk in the forest, enjoy lunch with a view over the water, take a boat trip on the lake, dive into the waves, and finish the evening with a gourmet menu celebrating seasonal ingredients.
If you want your accommodation close to exquisite dining, so you can enjoy an extra glass of wine with your meal, you can book your gastronomic getaway at Knudhule Badehotel, Nørre Vissing Kro, or Hotel Birksø, all of which offer lodging next to their restaurants.
Experience Danmarks Smukkeste
Area: Søhøjlandet & Skanderborg region
Accommodation: Knudhule Badehotel, Hotel Birksø, Nørre Vissing Kro, Danhostel Skanderborg, Birkhede Camping
Dining Experiences: Restaurant Gastronomisk Institut at Knudhule Badehotel, Restaurant Nørre Vissing Kro, Restaurant Ry’tteriet at Hotel Birksø, Postyr, Lyng Dal Restaurant
Explore: Himmelbjerget, Ejer Bavnehøj, Skanderborg Lake, Julsø, beautiful cycling routes, nature trails, and hiking routes
Must-Do Experiences on Your Getaway:
Visit Himmelbjerget and enjoy an ice cream at the top
Take a walk by Knudsø
Enjoy a boat trip on Julsø with M/S Turisten, a riverboat, or in a canoe
Visit Denmark’s highest point at Ejer Bavnehøj
Stop by Øm Abbey, see the ruins, and learn how the monks lived
See the Skanderborg bunkers in Dyrehaven
Explore Skanderborg’s charming town life
Try the exciting MTB trails in Ry, at Himmelbjerget, or in Skanderborg