Wanderung auf dem Gendarmenpfad über die Brücke im Kollund Wald

Discover nature in Aabenraa

Photo: Peter Bjerke

Lush hills, deep valleys, magnificent forest landscapes and scenic, high-quality beaches. Explore Aabenraa's varied nature, where you'll find hiking trails such as the Gendarme Path to the south and the Knap Trail to the north.

Explore Aabenraa's nature by water, on foot or by bike

Ein Pärchen fährt Fahrrad im Wald um Aabenraa

Photo: Destination Sønderjylland

Cycling routes in Aabenraa

Whether you prefer hilly trails, quiet country roads or coastal routes, there are varied and scenic surroundings to explore by bike. Along the way, you'll find our Bike Stations for small bike repairs, which are free to use.

Photo: Camilla Lykke

Hiking routes around Aabenraa

Aabenraa has a large number of hiking routes. The terrain varies, and you can walk along gravel roads, field roads, forest paths, over stretches along the fjord or along country roads. Over hill and dale along the signposted hiking routes.

Put & Take See Uge Lystfiskeri og Camping

Photo: Uge Lystfiskeri og Camping

Between fjord, beach and lake: A fishing guide for Aabenraa

On Aabenraa's coasts and lakes you'll find several fishing hotspots. Find inspiration for your next fishing trip right here.

Family on the beach with bonfire and cycles

Bathing beaches and wave breaks

Photo: James Cripps

Jump from island to island

Discover Aabenraa's green islands with beautiful nature. Take the ferry from Barsø Landing to the car-free eco-island Barsø, where time stands still and tranquillity immediately sets in. Visit Bars Kaffehus during the summer months or be lucky enough to hook a trout in the excellent fishing waters. Kalvø is a shipyard history and protected nature, where after a walk you can enjoy lunch at Kalvø Badehotel. On Store Okseø in Flensburg Fjord, you can get close to nature and sleep in a shelter.

Barsø - boat on the beach and ferry in the background

Photo: Destination Sønderjylland

Barsø - becoming an organic paradise

On the small island of Barsø you’ll find tranquillity, open countryside and plenty of opportunities for fishing. And the island’s farmland is on the way to becoming fully organic.

Photo: Ib Krogh-Nielsen

The Okseø Islands

From the banks of Flensburg Fjord you have a good view of Lille Okseø and Store Okseø, two small Danish islands lying just off the coast near the village of Sønderhav.

Photo: Naturperlen

Kalvø - cultural history and outdoor life

At the bottom of Genner Bay you'll find Kalvø. A small island gem with beautiful nature and a maritime past. The island has a rich wildlife, a marina, a restaurant and a museum that tells the story of when the Bruhn family built ships for the seven seas.

Nature in all its forms

The nature around Aabenraa is characterised by great variety. Explore the different types of nature Aabenraa has to offer. Get under the skin of nature by sleeping in a shelter at Kollund Naturunivers, in Frøslev Plantage - Karsten Thomsens Plads or in Kibo shelters along The Ancient Road "Hærvejen": Jels - Rødekro. Pack a packed lunch and take the family on a joint excursion in Aabenraa's forests, plantations and marshlands.

Photo: Mette K. Hansen

The forrests of Aabenraa

Explore the forests of Aabenraa - here you will find hilly landscapes, abundant wildlife, diverse nature, hiking and cycling trails.

Photo: VisitAabenraa

Plantations around Aabenraa

Aabenraa's plantations are wide-ranging and offer genuine nature experiences for the whole family.

Photo: Destination Sønderjylland

Bring your dog to Aabenraa's forests and plantations

Let your dog loose in Aabenraa's dog forests and parks. In and around Aabenraa you will find both urban and remote nature areas where your four-legged friend can let loose.

Photo: Kanenori

Tinglev Marsh

Tinglev Mose offers abundant wildlife and a marked hiking trail.

See Aabenraa from above

Aabenraa should also be seen from above. Breathtaking views of fjord, beach, town and forest can be found here.

Photo: Destination Sønderjylland - Aabenraa

Galgebakken

At Galgebakken, you will find a magnificent view of the city of Aabenraa, the fjord, and the hilly landscape.

Photo: Destination Sønderjylland - Aabenraa

Blåhøj

On Løjtland, you'll find the hill Blåhøj with a fantastic view of the peninsula.

Photo: Deutsches Archiv Nordschleswig

Knivsberg still echoes to the sounds of the past

For three centuries, Knivsberg ridge has played a key role for the German minority in Sønderjylland. Today the location offers a cornucopia of activities.

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Discover nature in Aabenraa

Explore Aabenraa's nature by water, on foot or by bike

Bathing beaches and wave breaks

Jump from island to island

Nature in all its forms

See Aabenraa from above