2023
Bike tour from Odense to Aarhus

Bike tour from Odense to Aarhus

From the island of Fyn to Midtjylland

 Odense – Middelfart – Vejle – Aarhus

  • Radweg-Reisen Tour
  • Fyn – Denmark´s Garden
  • Odense – birth town of Hans Christian Andersen
  • Aarhus – cultural life and culinary choice
  • Beaches, harbour towns, Danish Art of Living
  • Daily routes ●●●○○
  • Altitude profile ●●●○○

days
7

km / day avg.
50

You will start your bike tour from Odense to Aarhus on the island of Fyn, in the heart of the Danish Baltic Sea. The tour ends in Aarhus, one of Denmark´s largest cities in the middle of Jutland. Cycling through Fyn´s outstanding nature you will learn why the island is also called Denmark´s Garden. From time to time you will also come along one of the numerous manour houses and castles. In Middelfart you will reach the Little Belt. The strait between Jutland and Fyn is the habitat of the porpoise, and with a little bit of luck you may spot one of them. On our bike tour from Odense to Aarhus you will be riding mostly near Jutland´s east coast, through historical harbour towns surprising you with modern architecture. Your destination Aarhus is a modern town with a huge variety of cultural life and restaurants. As you can see, on our bike tour from Odense to Aarhus you will experience a perfect combination of beautiful nature and cultural life. An unforgettable bike experience!

Itinerary

  • Booking Code
    OS-DKOA6
  • Start / Destination
    Odense / Aarhus
  • Duration
    7 days / 6 nights
  • Length
    approx. 240 km
    Daily routes ●●●○○
    between 20 and 60 km, Ø 50 km
    Altitude profile ●●●○○
Map of bike tour from Odense to Aarhus

Day 1: Individual arrival in Odense

Your bike tour from Odense to Aarhus starts on the island of Fyn. Upon arrival you should take your bike to explore Denmark´s third largest town where the famous author Hans Christian Andersen was born. Andersen is renowned for his fairy tales all over the world, and for those who are interested to learn more we recommend to visit his birthplace, the H. C. Andersen Hus. If you prefer to see the town from another point of view you should make a boat tour on the Odense Å.

Hans Christian Andersen monument in Odense

Hans Christian Andersen monument in Odense

Day 2: Odense – Middelfart, approx. 60 km

Today you will ride to the Little Belt, the strait between Fyn and the Danish mainland. On the Cycle Route No. 6 you will discover both Fyn´s rich nature and its idyllic countryside. It is no accident that Fyn is also called Denmark´s garden! Upon arrival in Middelfart, you should go for a city tour. The Henner Friisers Hus is one of Denmark´s nicest half-timbering houses. Or how about a boat trip across the Little Belt to spot a porpoise?

Henner Friisers Hus in Middelfart

Henner Friisers Hus in Middelfart

Day 3: Middelfart – Vejle, approx. 55 km

Cycling acroos the Lillebæltsbroen – the Little Belt Bridge – you will reach Jutland´s coast. We recommend a first stop in Fredericia. The checkered patterned city is surrounded by a historical wall where you can see old cannons and a watchtower. Vejle´s old landmark is the windmill in the city center, while the Bølgen housing estate at the harbour comes in a modern wave pattern. It´s a highly-rewarded eyecatcher!

The old cannons in Fredericia

The old cannons in Fredericia

Day 4: Vejle – Horsens, approx. 45 km

The bridge across Vejle Fjord in sight, on your bike tour from Odense to Aarhus you first will be riding along the coastline. You will cycle inland mostly through forests on partly hilly cycle tracks. In Horsens you will have the chance to visit the former state prison which now serves as a renowned museum and a site of cultural interest. Vitus Bering is the most famous person of Horsens. In the 18th century he proved that Asia and North America are not connected to each other. Near the train station a small park reminds of Bering.

Between Vejle and Horsens

Between Vejle and Horsens

Day 5: Horsens – Norsminde / Odder, approx. 50 / 60 km

Nearly without any ascent you will be riding to Hou, a small harbour town. Again and again you will  enjoy a fantastic view on the Baltic Sea, and nice beaches wait for you to have an extended break. In Odder you will discover the historical watermill and the Odder Sognekirke, one of Denmark´s oldest churches. In Norsminde we recommend to take a walk to the small harbour where you should try some smoked fish. You will spend the night in Odder or Norsminde.

Horsens Fjord

Horsens Fjord

Day 6: Norsminde / Odder – Aarhus, approx. 30 /20 km

The shortest leg of your bike tour from Odense finally leads you to Aarhus. On your way you will get several chances to have a small break or to enjoy the view over the ocean. Denmark´s second largest town welcomes you with a large variety of sights and an exciting cultural life. It is highly recommended to visit the ARoS Art Museum, to walk along Aarhus Å or to try one of the several restaurants in town.

The Theatre in Aarhus

The Theatre in Aarhus

Day 7: Individual departure of extension of stay

After breakfast your bike tour from Odense to Aarhus comes to an end. If you want to stay longer we are happy to book an extra night in Aarhus or any other place during the tour.

Farewell to Aarhus

Farewell to Aarhus

Dates / prices / services

Season times and prices 2023

Arrival saturdays and sundays from 30.04.2023 to 07.10.2023

Bookable dates are shown in the booking form. The season is dictated by the arrival date.

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Season A
30.04. - 10.05.
24.09. - 07.10.
from899 €
Season B
11.05. - 16.05.
11.06. - 30.06.
10.09. - 23.09.
from999 €
Season C
17.05. - 26.05.
01.06. - 10.06.
20.08. - 09.09.
from1099 €
Season D
27.05. - 31.05.
01.07. - 19.08.
from1199 €

All prices per person in a double room.

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Services

  • 6 nights incl. breakfast, national 3*-level
  • Luggage transport from hotel to hotel until Aarhus, no limit on number of pieces, max. 20 kg / piece
  • Cycle route description with maps (1 x per room)
  • Service Hotline (7 days, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.)
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Not included is the city or visitor's tax (if payable).

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For our younger cyclists

Due to the altitude profile we don't recommend this tour for children.

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Additional Services

Additional bookable services

Additional fee single room

249 €

All prices are per person

Additional nights

Room
Breakfast
Price
All places
 DBL

95 €

 SGL

135 €

All prices are per person

Rental Bikes

Rental Bikes

Rental Bike
27-Gear Rental Bike
99 €
30-Gear Rental Bike
30-Gear Rental Bike
129 €
E-Bike
E-Bike
239 €

Types of rental bikes

  • 27-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel (men’s bikes from 1.80 m)
  • 30-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel (men’s bikes from 1.75 m)
  • Electric bike / Pedelec with freewheel (minimum age 16 years)
Fittings

Pannier, handlebar bag, milometer, bike lock, pump, repair kit

Here you find further information and pictures of our rental bikes.

Radweg-Reisen 27-gear unisex bike
27-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg-Reisen 27-gear men's bike
27-gear men's bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg-Reisen 30-gear unisex bike
27-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg-Reisen 30-gear men's bike
30-gear men's bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg Reisen E-Bike
Unisex E-Bike, 8-speed hub gears and free-wheel
Rental Bike

27-gear Rental Bike

99 €

30-gear Rental Bike

129 €

E-bike

239 €

Brief Information

  • Booking Code
    OS-DKOA6
  • Start / Destination
    Odense / Aarhus
  • Duration
    7 days / 6 nights
  • Length
    approx. 240 km
    Daily routes ●●●○○
    between 20 and 60 km, Ø 50 km
    Altitude profile ●●●○○
  • Parking information
    Q-Park Filosoffen: 250 public parking spaces, unlimited time, cost about 22 euros / day.
    Hotel parking spaces (available in individual hotels, chargeable, details in the travel documents).
    No reservation possible through Radweg-Reisen.
  • Returning to Odense
    On your own by train from Aarhus: connections several times a day, direct connections, Duration approx. 1,5 hours.
  • Tour operated by
    Radweg-Reisen
  • Mobility note
    This holiday is suitable to only a limited extent for people with restricted mobility.
    Please contact us if you have individual requirements.

days
7

km / day avg.
50