Cycling holidays in Denmark
According to the city’s climate strategy, Copenhagen is to be the world's first CO2 neutral capital by 2025, and a green vibe flows through every corner of the city. Whether you are looking to eat, drink, shop or sleep, Copenhagen has an eco-friendly option for you.
One of the best ways to explore the vibe of stylish and cool Copenhagen is by bike. The city boasts more bikes than cars, including 2,000 free bikes for hire by visitors and there are more than 220 miles of dedicated cycle lanes in the city centre. The water in the inner harbour is so clean you can swim in it, 63 % of the hotel rooms in Copenhagen hold an official eco-certification – the highest percentage in any capital - and with chic and inventive new restaurants focusing on seasonal, local, organic produce, Copenhagen truly leads the way in all things eco-friendly, making the Danish capital a hotspot for green travellers.
Coast & Countryside
From country towns and regional cities to wonderful wildlife and beautiful beaches, a short break in Denmark offers a huge range of possibilities that will appeal to all walks of life. With more than 4,500 miles of coastline and broad, white, sandy beaches - of which many have the EU Blue Environmental flag - Denmark is the perfect destination for a holiday by the sea.
Holidaymakers with a love for the great outdoors will find plenty of appeal in Denmark. Favourite pastimes include canoeing and sailing along the waterfront, and for cyclists and hikers Denmark provides a scenic landscape of great natural beauty with routes marked out through the undulating countryside, meandering coastline, moorland and meadows. There are plenty of traditional fishing villages, picturesque houses, artists colonies and beautiful castles and inns to stay in and explore, making Denmark an ideal destination for those wishing to go off the beaten track in search of some sun, sea and culture along the way.
Touring Holidays in Denmark
With in excess of 7,400 miles of sign-posted cycle routes, no insurmountable mountains, beautiful nature and short distances between dining and accommodation, Denmark is close to the perfect cycle destination. Spoiled for choice when it comes to touring itineraries, visitors looking to travel under their own steam can walk or cycle sections of The Marguerite Route, a scenic route that passes through spectacular countryside on its way past more than 200 of Denmark's most popular attractions. Marked by characteristic Marguerite (daisy) road-signs, this winding 2,200 miles route takes in the cities of Copenhagen, Odense and Aalborg as it wends its way through Zealand, Funen and on through Central and Northern Jutland, exploring some of the country's most remote corners. Dotted with interesting sights – including breathtaking natural scenery, historic fortifications, ancient burial mounds and plenty of Viking history -visitors can easily make a leisurely exploration along one of the many designated, long-distance touring trails - ideal for exploring on foot, by bike or on an unhurried drive along picturesque country lanes.
