Activities in The Lake District
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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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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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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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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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