Nature
From Rørbæk Lake to Egtved River Valley. Here you get an overview of the nature you encounter on your way along The Ancient Road.
Hærvejen - The Ancient Road
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Go on a hiking holiday through Jutland's most beautiful landscapes. Hærvejen - The Ancient Road - offers great nature experiences, exciting history and sights like no other.
Thousands of years ago, before cars filled the roads and before railways linked the major cities, the largest thoroughfare through Jutland followed the rivers.
Wandering here were people from all walks of life - pilgrims, robbers, noblemen, beggars, artisans, traders, drovers with their cattle and kings with their armies.
Today you can follow in their footsteps when you hike along Hærvejen.
We are guiding you to your hiking holiday along Hærvejen on the route that goes through the Vejle region.
Enjoy!
Facts about Hærvejen in the Vejle regionLength: The entire route is more than 600 kilometers divided into 40 stages. |
What can you experience along Hærvejen?
Good to know for your trip along The Ancient Road
Udvikling Hærvejen
Map of the hiking route
Here you will find the interactive map of the Hærvejen through Jutland. On the map, you can find the different stages, dining places, attractions, and much more.
Udvikling Hærvejen
Hærvej Passport
Feel the rush of history and keep track of how many of the stages you have completed with a Hærvej Passport. You can get your passport stamped at 45 places along the entire route in Jutland.
Andreas Houmann
Packing list
Read the guide on what is good to have packed for your trip on Hærvejen - The Ancient Road. You get tips for clothing, packed lunches, first aid equipment and technical gear.
Andreas Houmann
Tips og tricks
There are a number of considerations and preparations you should make before you go on a hiking holiday along Hærvejen. Read along here and get tips and tricks for your next hike.
