Other activities in Jutland
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Hjejlen
The Hjejlen, the world’s oldest operating paddle steamer, has been faithfully plying the waters of the Lake District since it was first launched in 1861. These days the boat shuttles tourists from Silkeborg to the foot of Himmelbjerget during the summer season (10am and 2pm daily, July to mid-August). The operators have other boats regularly plying the same route during this period, and from May to September. The route (adult one way/return 75/105kr, 1¼ hours) takes in a wealth of river and lake scenery and is one of the most popular outings in the Lake District.
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Djurs Sommerland
If you’re travelling with hyperactive kids, let them drag you to one of Djursland’s biggest drawcards, Djurs Sommerland. It’s a much-hyped amusement park with arguably the best outdoor rides in Jutland (more than 60) and a waterpark, with pools and waterslides for all ages. Your wallet may feel the sting, however, when you realise that everyone over the age of three pays the same entrance fee; once this is paid, though, you’re free to play to your heart’s content. Closing hours vary (from 5pm to 9pm in July and August).
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Margrethe I
Jump on board a one-hour cruise on the Margrethe I in summer and soak up the sun – and Viborg – from out on the lake. There are additional tours from late June; the boat departs from outside Golf Salonen on Randersvej. From mid-May to late September, you can also rent canoes and rowboats here for lake exploration (45/70r for 30/60 minutes).
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Family Tour
As the name suggests, the five-day Family Tour is ideal for kids. It takes you along a route from Tørring north to Silkeborg, staying in camping grounds where your tent is pre-erected for you. Tents and cooking gear are all sorted – you just need to bring a sleeping bag and mattress, and food. The Family Tour is only available from mid-June.
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Rømø Islændercenter
Rømø Islændercenter, based at Hotel Kommandørgården, has a stable full of Icelandic horses and a range of rides to appeal to kids, beginners and more-experienced horse-folk, through forest and along the beach. A two- to three-hour sunset tour costs 275kr, while a full-day tour to the north of Rømø costs 695kr.
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Ry Kanofart
- Ry, Denmark
- Activities › Other
If you want to explore the surrounding lakes and rivers, Ry Kanofart has canoes for hire, costing 75/300kr per hour/day. Similarly to the operators in Silkeborg, the staff here can help you plan lengthy river trips on the Gudenå.
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Rømø Ranch
Another reputable outfit, Rømø Ranch, has a stable of well-groomed horses backing on to Lakolk Beach. An hour on a pony/horse costs 89/95kr; there’s a weekly programme of tours.
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Garni
If you don’t have your own transport, the best option is to rent a bicycle from Garni, as Rømø is as flat as a pancake and perfect for cycling.
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PJ Feriehusudlejning
Bikes can be hired from the office of PJ Feriehusudlejning, about 2km from the city centre en route to Mennesket ved Havet.
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Ry Cykel
- Ry, Denmark
- Activities › Other
Ry Cykel is 1.5km east of the train station, towards Skanderborg. Bikes can be rented for 75kr per day.
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Rold Skov Cykler
Bikes can be hired from Rold Skov Cykler in Skørping; city/mountain bikes cost 100/150kr per day.
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Skagen Cykeludlejning
Skagen Cykeludlejning offers a wide range of bikes for rental.
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Munk’s Eftf
Bikes can be hired from Munk’s Eftf.
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Hjejlen
The Hjejlen, the world’s oldest operating paddle steamer, has been faithfully plying the waters of the Lake District since it was first launched in 1861. These days the boat shuttles tourists from Silkeborg to the foot of Himmelbjerget during the summer season (10am and 2pm daily, July to mid-August). The operators have other boats regularly plying the same route during this period, and from May to September. The route (adult one way/return 75/105kr, 1¼ hours) takes in a wealth of river and lake scenery and is one of the most popular outings in the Lake District.
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