Vejen - Padborg
Discover Immervad Bridge, Hærulf's Stone, and Gejlå Bridge
Look forward to cycling in the historical tracks of Hærvejen, where you can admire cultural treasures such as Immervad Bridge, Hærulfstenen, and Gejlå Bridge, while whizzing by with the wind in your hair. The Hærvejen cycling stage is a stretch that's effortlessly enjoyable, where the pedals almost dance on their own.
Bike to Jels
Begin today's stage with 22 kilometers to Jels. Along the way, you can look forward to a stage with old military road tracks and beautiful nature by the Kongeå River.
Breakfast
Find a delicious lunch at SuperBrugsen or at Miss Kaff' who among other things has Hærvejshapsere on the menu. Consider taking a refreshing dip in the Jels Lakes before your journey continues.
Bike to Vojens
Afterwards, your journey continues for 18 km to Vojens through some beautiful natural areas, including Stursbøl Plantation and Oksenvad Heath along Nørre Å. You can choose to take a break in Vojens, where you can find a delicious snack at places like Rådhus Café and Restaurant or Grill Experten.
Bike to Rødekro
After your break in Vojens, there are 28 kilometers until you reach Rødekro, where you will encounter cultural treasures such as Immervad Bridge, which is the first of the Hærvejen's characteristic bridges, and Hærulf's Stone.
Dinner
Have dinner at Byens Grill or at Hotel Rødekro.
Stay overnight indoors
Enjoy a pleasant night's sleep and a refreshing shower for tomorrow's stage at Hotel Rødekro. *Remember to book a room before the trip starts
Spend the night outdoors
If you've packed your sleeping bag on the bike, you can enjoy the tranquility of the outdoor experience in a Shelter at Skrivergården's Shelter Site.
*NOTE. first come, first served with no possibility to book
Breakfast before departure
If you have stayed overnight at Hotel Rødekro, you can enjoy a breakfast there before you set off on today's stage. If you have slept outdoors, you can instead make your first stop at Lund's bakery on Østergade 10 and buy delicious freshly baked bread.
Cycling to Kliplev
The first 18 kilometers of Hærvejen to Kliplev take you back in time as you cycle over Povl's Bridge.
Breakfast in Søgård Forest
If hunger is setting in, you can take a break in Kliplev and buy a tasty lunch at Dagli'Brugsen Kliplev and enjoy it in Søgård Forest.
Cycling
After lunch, you're ready for the last 19 km to Padborg, where you can easily catch the train back to your car.
Practical information
- Indoor accommodationHave a lovely night's sleep and a refreshing bath for tomorrow's stage at Hotel Rødekro. *Remember to book a room before the trip starts.
- Outdoor accommodationIf you have packed the sleeping bag on the bike, you can enjoy the tranquility of the outdoor experience in the Shelter at Skrivergården's Shelter Site. *NOTE: first come, first served with no possibility to book
- Parkering ved startTake public transportation or park your car at Vejen Station, Banegårdspladsen 1, and start your journey on the Hærvejen.
- Transport back to VejenBike to Padborg Station. Take IC5756 towards Fredericia Station. (get off at Lunderskov station after about 45 minutes.) Change once to IC843 towards Esbjerg station, where after about 70 minutes you will reach Vejen Station.
