Cyclist cycle in the hairpin bend at Munkebjerg
Cyclists cycle up Gammel Kongevej in Vejle

Road cycling

Photo:Roar Paaske Fotografi&Stjernegaard Fotografi

Denmark's steepest inclines

If you have cycling legs of steel then try challenging yourself to Vejle. Nowhere else in Denmark will you find such steep inclines within such a small geographical area as in the vicinity of Vejle. That’s why the area is famed for its road cycling races. Vejle has everything a recreational cyclist could dream of: Denmark’s most hilly terrain, majestic climbs, cycling super routes and road inclination signage.

Cycling is part of Vejle's DNA

If you’re cycling in and around Vejle, it’s impossible not to encounter Vejle’s cycling DNA. Every year, Vejle hosts numerous cycling events, from the PostNord Danmark Rundt to the Grejsdalsløbet. You will also find hill signs on 34 of the most popular climbs, where you can see the length of the hill and the gradient you are about to tackle. And with more and more cyclists on the roads, DGI has developed some good advice for you who are heading out on the country roads, so there is room for everyone who enjoys getting out into nature.

You will find bike friends all over Vejle

Whether you need water for your bottle or a cyclist-friendly place to stay, you’ll find bike friends all over Vejle. They are always ready to help you continue your cycling holiday.

Cykelryttere ned af bakken ved Munkebjerg

In Vejle, you will find Denmark’s toughest cycling hills

Photo: Kenneth Stjernegaard

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