Hærvegen's cycle route in Himmerland

Embark on a cycling adventure along the historic Hærvej, where you follow in the footsteps of Vikings, traders and pilgrims. Through Himmerland, the cycle route winds through beautiful moraine landscapes, peaceful forests and open spaces – all with beautiful views and authentic experiences along the way.

Hærvegen's cycle route in Himmerland 

Hærvegen's walking and cycling routes in North Jutland takes you past several cultural and historical sites and is full of scenic experiences. 

In Mariagerfjord Municipality, the Hærvejens cycle route runs from Klejtrup Sø to the north, through Lindum Forest and past the Viking Museum Fyrkat at Hobro, where the route meets Route 32 - Mariager Fjord Route. From here, the route continues through Døstrup, Rold and Arden to Store Økssø in Rold Skov. 

Along the way, there is free opportunity to take a detour from Hærvejen's route and see more attractions, historical sights and even more scenic experiences. For example, take a hike on The PANORAMA route - Denmark's first certified hiking route. The 10 km walking route takes you from Hobro Yacht Harbor to Bramslev Bakker and return, where along the way you walk along Denmark's Most Beautiful Fjord - Mariager Fjord. 

Experience Hærvejen's routes either by bike or on foot. The routes alternate between asphalt roads, gravel and forest roads - and there may be slightly hilly terrain.  

The cycle route in Mariagerfjord Municipality is approx. 40 km long. 

There are toilet facilities and shelters several places along the route.

 

 

Parking conditions on the route: 

Parking lot 1: Fyrkat, Fyrkatvej 45, 9500 Hobro
N56.624959, E9.772425

Parking space 2: At Rold Gl. Inn, Hobrovej 11, 9510 Arden
N56.773061, E9.815775

 

From Arden, Hærvejen continues to Rebild through the northern part of Rold Forest. From here it continues north via fields and meadows over the Lindenborg Å to Aalborg with green parks, architecture, old parts of the city and beautiful harbor front by the Limfjorden.

 

Hærvejsperl 

In 2025, the Panorama route has become a Hærvejsperle. Along the Hærvejs cycle route you will find a total of 7 Hærvejsperle - these are certified round trips that are recommended as a day trip. In Himmerland, the Hærvejs cycle route runs to Igenne, Hobro, where the Panorama route is connected, as a recommended hike. 

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