Natural areas in North Jutland

If there is something that Northern Jutland has plenty of - and in many beautiful shapes - then it is nature! Do you need a break and to experience magnificent and unique nature, then North Jutland is the perfect choice!

Here you will find extensive meadows, hills, beautiful forests, lakes and gentle beaches along the Kattegat coast - you only have to choose. Nature is always worth a visit - regardless of the season. And regardless of whether you are looking for peace, tranquility and contemplation or for cycling and walking tours in nature with friends or family.

Photo: Mette Johnsen
©: Mette Johnsen

Jyske Ås (the Jutlandic Ridge)

Melting ice, rock, gravel, clay and sand formed 15,000 years ago what today is known as Jyske Ås (The Jutlandic Esker), which resounds with stories from the Ice Age - listen, maybe you can sense the faint whisper of interesting stories in the fresh wind.

Photo: Mette Johnsen
©: Mette Johnsen

Grenen in Skagen

Grenen is Denmark's northernmost point and a unique natural phenomenon, it is where the two seas Skagerak and Kattegat meet, and the waves culminate with each other.

Photo: Mette Johnsen
©: Mette Johnsen

Råbjerg Mile

The Dune of Råbjerg Mile is the largest migrating dune in Denmark. You can’t avoid sand in your shoes after a trip in the “mile”, but in return you will be greeted by a sight you will not find anywhere else in Denmark’s beautiful nature.

Photo: VisitAalborg

Egholm

Egholm is placed in the middle of the Limfjord between Aalborg and Nørresundby. In just a few minutes, you can sail from the western part of Aalborg o...

Photo: Lille Vildmosecentret
©: Lille Vildmosecentret

Lille Vildmose Visitor Center

Lille Vildmose Visitor Center offers exciting, interactive exhibitions about the nature and culture of the marsh. Throughout the summer there are vari...

Photo: Destination NORD
©: Destination NORD

Hammer Bakker

Hammer Bakker has many forest covered hills separated by steep, curtail clefts. Lakes, moors and streams are rarely seen because of the sandy and ston...

Pikkerbakken

Get the best view of Frederikshavn from the unique viewing platform on Pikkerbakkerne.

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Mette Johnsen

Sleep in the nature - Shelters and nature camps in North Jutland

In North Jutland you will find a lot of nature and space to relax. You can spend the night in shelters and nature campsites in the middle of the beautiful nature and enjoy the tranquility. Experience the roaring sounds of the seas and the deep silence of the beautiful forests.

Kim Mikael Jensen

Hiking in North Jutland

The nature in North Jutland is fantastic, and can be experienced one of the many hiking routes and viewpoints which can be found in the landscape of North Jutland. Do you need a break from the city and want to challenge yourself? Then find the trail that suits you best!

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