The Boller and Bjerrelide area

8700 Horsens

Photo: Hanne Nielsen

Photo: Hanne Nielsen

Photo: Hanne Nielsen

Forests and hills south of Horsens Fjord

If you're a nature enthusiast, treat yourself to a trip to the area around Boller and Bjerrelide. Here, you'll discover a vast natural and forested area waiting to be explored. Follow the hiking or biking trails in the area or create your own route through the surroundings. Either way, you'll encounter fascinating forests and attractions as you wander. Follow text links for more information or use the digital map on your smartphone.

Boller Forest – Castle park and bathing bridge

Boller Nederskov Forest is located immediately south of the fjord. It is a popular destination for locals due to the beautiful castle park at Boller Castle. The forest stretches all the way to the water's edge, where there is a nice newly built bathing bridge accessible to everyone. A marked trail in the forest, covering a distance of 3.2 kilometers, is indicated by yellow arrows and dots. This route is a side path to the popular hiking trail, the Fjordmino, which also passes through the forest. The 3-kilometer-long Planet Path connects the forest to the city of Horsens.

Klokkedal

Klokkedal is a long, narrow forest located in a meltwater valley, just a short distance south of Boller Nederskov Forest. A beautiful trail at the bottom of the valley follows a stream with forested hills rising on both sides. It is a highly recommended hike. A marked hiking route with yellow arrows connects Klokkedal to Boller Nederskov and Boller Overskov. The hike is seven kilometers long.

Boller Overskov and Tyrstedlund Nature Park

From Klokkedal, you can follow the marked route to Boller Overskov Forest. There are only a few hundred meters between the two forests. Boller Overskov is popular among dog owners due to the 2.9-hectare enclosed dog forest.

Adjacent to Boller Overskov is the newly established Tyrstedlund Nature Park, serving as an inspiration park for biodiversity and a green oasis for the residents of the Højvangen neighborhood.

Rold Forest

To the west of Klokkedal lies Rold Forest, a small but incredibly charming and idyllic woodland. In the middle of the forest, there is a lake where carp swim among water lilies throughout the summer. The forest is intersected by several streams and ditches, and a fishway has been created to allow trout to pass by the lake. There is a shelter in the forest that is free to use, and wild camping is permitted.

Bjerre Forest

The largest of the area's woods is the hilly Bjerre Forest located on the ridge of Bjerrelide. Bjerre Forest is renowned for having one of Denmark's longest and best mountain biking trails. The mountain bike trails cover a significant portion of the forest, but there is still plenty of space for safe hiking. An asphalt road runs through the middle of the forest. On the opposite side of the road from the mountain biking trails lies Naturskoven, where the forest remains untouched by human activity. In Naturskoven, a marked route passes by the lake Elverdam, where fishing is allowed.

In the southern outskirts of Bjerre Forest lies the wetland area Bjerre Meadow Lake (Engsø), which is also worth a visit when you explore Bjerre Forest.

Immediately west of Bjerre Forest, one of Denmark's largest hills rises in the landscape. Purhøj reaches its peak at 120 meters and offers a fantastic view of Horsens. On clear days, you can see all the way to Aarhus and Fyn.

Kærskoven and Dallerup Forest

A bit west of the main cluster of forests, you can visit these two woods, which are directly adjacent to each other. In Kærskoven Forest, there is a small lake called Latsø, where you can find tables, benches, and a fire pit. Wild camping and a dog forest are also available in Kærskoven.

You can explore Kærskoven and Dallerup Skov on a marked circular route of 6.5 kilometers with red arrows or take a shorter hike in Kærskoven of 2.3 kilometers with blue arrows.

Follow trails in the forests on a digital map

On this digital map, you can navigate the trails in the mentioned woods using your smartphone. The map also displays parking options.

Hotels nearby

Jørgensens Hotel

0.46 km

When you visit Jørgensens Hotel, look forward to an experience of historical awareness, quality in every detail and personal hospitality in the center of Horsens.

Hotel Skanderborghus

19.21 km

Skanderborghus, which is situated in the deer park Dyrehaven at the shore of the lake, is indeed a gem near lake and wood. The hotel is situated close to the cosy centre of Skanderborg with fine shopping possibilities, and in the surroundings there are fine possibilities of sailing, golfing and playing tennis.

Hotel Vejlefjord

20.25 km

Due to the beautiful location near the fjord and in the beech forest, Hotel Vejlefjord is often referred to as “The castle in the forest ". The hotel spa and wellness facilities and the thermal baths are unique and compares favorably with the best in Northern Europe. Enjoy the 20 km forest tracks.

Hotel Hedegaarden

22.76 km

Hotel Hedegaarden is a family-run hotel which offers everything from the traditional Danish cuisine to new and different taste experiences. They emphasize good food made of first-rate ingredients, an unpretentious atmosphere and that everything functions as is should. The hotel is situated right at motorway exit no. 60

ToRVehallerne- SDH Partner Hotel

25.71 km

The hotel offers delicious food and high service to you as a guest. Located in the spirit of the city, you can experience all the cities facilities and easily get around without a car.

Nørre Vissing Kro

29.3 km

The royally licensed inn Nørre Vissing Kro, dating back to 1801, is situated close to hills, woods and lakes. The inn is famous for its creative and uncom-promising cuisine with a restaurant, filled with an incredible atmosphere, and an excellent wine cellar. 25 min. to both Aarhus and Silkeborg.

Hotel Fredericia - SDH Partner Hotel

32.22 km

Experience culinary magic at the restaurant Ryes, and combine your stay with the beautiful nature together with a lot of cultural experiences and activities when you stay at Hotel Fredericia.

Låsby Kro

32.98 km

You will find Låsby Inn in the middle of Jutland in the beautiful and hilly nature between Silkeborg and Aarhus. There is a cozy atmosphere and the inn is furnished with all that classifies a typical inn. It's like being in another time wrap.

Hotel Oasia Aarhus

39.25 km

City Hotel Oasia is the only designer hotel in Aarhus. The decor emphasises elegant and discreet luxury, clean lines and Nordic design. Designer furniture and hard-wooden flooring highlight the style. This wonderful oasis is situated close to Aarhus Central Station, ARoS and The Old Town. Only breakfast restaurant.

Hotel Dania Silkeborg

40.16 km

Hotel Dania commands a central location in Silkeborg, surrounded by shops, sights and attractions and close to the woods and lakes. Dating from 1848, the hotel has been carefully refurbished to preserve its special charm and atmosphere. The hotel restaurant Brasserie Underhuset serves a cuisine in a class of its own.

The Boller and Bjerrelide area