The Baltic Sea Cycle Path in Jutland

Flensburg, Germany's northernmost port city, is the starting point for your journey on the Baltic Sea Cycle Path in Jutland. The city on the Flensburg Fjord looks back on a history of over 750 years. Part of this history is the trade in rum from the Caribbean, which helped Flensburg to prosperity in the 19th century. One of the town's landmarks is the Nordertor. It is the last surviving city gate in Flensburg.

You leave Flensburg behind and, after a short while, cross the border into Denmark. On the Ochsenweg – where cattle used to be driven to the markets – you cycle along quiet paths all the way to Åbenrå

Today´s section on the Baltic Sea Cycle Path in Jutland leads you north. On the way, the impressive Vor Frue Domkirke, Haderslever Cathedral, catches your eye from afar. It is one of the most beautiful churches in Denmark and is located in the middle of Haderslev's old town. Swap your bike for a boat and take a round trip on Haderslev Dam. In Haderslev, decide whether you want to cycle directly or along the Little Belt to Christiansfeld. Christiansfeld, which is still a young town, was founded about 250 years ago. Designed on the drawing board, the aim was to build the ideal town.

Before leaving Christiansfeld, you should try the city´s local speciality, the honey cake. Its recipe is almost as old as the city itself. As yesterday, you can reach today´s destination, Kolding, directly or via the Little Belt. Upon arrival, the Koldinghus will catch your eye, and from the tower of the castle you have a wonderful view over the city and the Kolding Fjord. Further you cycle to Middelfart on the island of Funen. One of Denmark's most beautiful half-timbered houses, Henner Friisers Hus, can be found not far from the old harbour. With a little bit of luck, you may spot a porpoise on a boat tour over there.

In Middelfart, you cross the Little Belt to reach Fredericia. The centre of the town is laid out in a chequerboard pattern. It is surrounded by a historic rampart, where old cannons and guard buildings can be seen. The landmark of your day's destination Vejle is a windmill situated on a hill within the town. It is visible from many places in the town and houses a museum of the mill's history. Strolling along the harbour, you will be impressed by the modern and wave-shaped Bølgen housing complex.

With the bridge over Vejle Fjord in view, today's stage of your journey on the Baltic Sea Cycle Path in Jutland first takes you along the coast. Follow the partly hilly and forest-lined cycle path inland to Horsens. Visit the former state prison. The area, which has been converted into a museum, provides exciting insights into the history and everyday life of the prison. The town's most famous son is Vitus Bering. In the 18th century he sailed the Bering Strait, named after him, between Asia and America. A park near the station commemorates him.

Today, the journey continues northwards. After countless glimpses of the sparkling Baltic Sea and with the occasional fresh sea breeze, you’ll reach Norsminde. On the onward journey to Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city, there are plenty of opportunities to take a longer break on the beach.

After breakfast your tour on the Baltic Sea Cycle Path in Jutland ends. We are happy to extend your stay with an extra night in Aarhus.