Daytrip to The Uncovered Bridge near Horsens | The Coastal Land in Denmark

Start in Brædstrup - the stronghold in Bakkelandet

Among Denmark’s highest hilltops you will find the town of Brædstrup, which offers great food, cosy shops, green oases and a railway path with historical significance. Here you park the car, if you have one with you, and start your adventure.

The Horsens-Silkeborg Nature Trail, which is also called Bryrupbanen, runs straight through the town. That’s what you’re going to do today.

Det Gamle Posthus

By bike or on foot to The Uncovered Bridge?

You decide! It’s just under 7 kilometres each way, so it depends on the energy in your legs and your companions. Hotel Pejsegården lends free town bikes if you have not brought a two-wheeler yourself. Call if necessary in advance to make sure there are some available.

If you choose the hiking style, then it is probably a good idea to grab a sandwich or another to-go in Brædstrup before departure. See this guide for the possibilities in Brædstrup at VisitHorsens: Brædstrup - Højborgen in Bakkelandet.

If you hop on the iron horse, you can either bring a packed lunch or get back to Brædstup in time for lunch in the cosy town.

Find the Horsens-Silkeborg Nature Trail on this Google Map and go on an adventure!

Nature trail

Jesper Rais

Destination Coastal Land

When you have something that becomes outdated and left over, then you can bury it or cover it up. According to nature guide Jesper Sandgaard, it solves 90% of all problems in Jutland. At least until a city dweller comes by and digs it up again!

Sådan blev Den Genfundne Bro dækket til og fundet igen from Destination Kystlandet on Vimeo.

Once you have seen what you were supposed to do at the beautiful, forgotten bridge, the trip goes back to Brædstrup. Like the previous railway line, the Bryrup railway path is a piece of industrial Danish history in itself, and then it is flat as a pancake and so perfect for the less experienced cyclists.

Have a great trip!

Taste experiences in Bakkelandet

When hunger strikes, fortunately you do not have to look far for the small culinary gems scattered around the hinterland near The Uncovered Bridge.

The Little Smokehouse (Det Lille Røgeri)

If you want freshly prepared, unpretentious and tasty food served in an informal and cosy setting, pop by The Little Smokehouse (Det Lille Røgeri) in ...

Restaurant The Old Post Office (Det Gamle Posthus)

In the heart of Brædstrup, right where the nature path Horsens-Silkeborg goes through town, you find Restaurant Det Gamle Posthus (The old post office...

Restaurant Dillen

This lovely restaurant with a wide menu focusing on the Danish cuisine is located in a cosy and casual setting. The restaurant is next to Hotel Pejseg...

Café Sdr. Vissing Torvehal

If you are hungry or just in the mood for a tasty treat, stop by our café at Sdr. Vissing Torvehal. In the café you can enjoy freshly baked bread and ...

Stay overnight in the middle of the countryside

Are your legs tired after a full day of exploration?

There are many fantastic options for staying overnight close to nature around Bakkelandet.

Holmely B&B and Glamping

In the beautiful scenery northwest of Brædstrup you will find this cosy base for outdoor activity. At Holmely, you can sleep in the open air in a tent...

Campsite west of Brædstrup

Tent site west of BrædstrupTent site west of Brædstrup

Gudenå Camping and Canoe Rental

Who would not like to camp in picturesque surroundings with the trickling river Gudenå in the background? At this intimate campsite you can enjoy a re...

Elite Camp Vestbirk

In the picturesque area south of the Silkeborg Lakes, you find this caravan site surrounded by the waters of the river Gudenå on three sides. The site...

Come back for more or extend the trip

Five historical nature experiences in Bakkelandet

Experience the history in the beautiful nature in Bakkelandet. Here you can visit an old airfield, which the Germans occupied during World War II. Or go on guided tours and have the story recounted as if it had just happened.

Explore Brædstrup’s nature and town life

Brædstrup will surprise you! The town is not big, but has a large catchment area of smaller villages, and can you also find exciting specialty shops, beautiful restaurants and stunning scenery.

On horseback in Bakkelandet

Take a timeout from everyday life, and spend a timeless moment on the back of an Icelandic horse. Bird song between Horsens and Silkeborg lets you experience nature in its most authentic version.

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