Horsens Fjord
Discover the Fjordmino around Horsens Fjord – a scenic route filled with beautiful landscapes, cosy harbour towns and island hopping along the way. Ideal for hiking, cycling, water sports and relaxing days in the fresh fjord air.
Horsens Fjord stretches from Horsens Harbour to Gyllingnæs on the north side and to the cosy harbour town of Snaptun on the south side.
Here you will encounter the meandering coastline of the fjord, idyllic villages, the deep quiet tranquillity of the forest, rolling field landscapes, maritime harbour towns, charming islands and not least the cultural town of Horsens.
How do you wish to experience the fjord
Take this signposted walking route around Horsens Fjord, which offers great nature experiences and island hopping with visits to Hjarnø and Alrø.
Embark on this beautiful cycling route around one of Denmark's most stunning fjords. Along the way, you'll encounter plenty of beautiful scenery and an island-hopping experience with visits to Hjarnø and Alrø using the small bicycle ferry.
Explore Horsens Fjord by kayak and experience Denmark's beautiful fjord landscapes. Rent a kayak from Horsens City Camping and enjoy a fantastic outing on the water.
Accommodation along Horsens Fjord
Islands in Horsens Fjord
On Horsens Fjord, you can island-hop between the two small cozy islands, Alrø and Hjarnø. Alrø is connected to the main land via a dam on the north side of the fjord. Between March and October you can take the small bicycle ferry from Alrø to Hjarnø, and discover the rich wildlife, the fine beaches, and shipwrecks from the Viking Age. From here you can take the Hjarnø ferry over to the south side of the fjord - or take the bicycle ferry back to Alrø.
During the summer you can sail across Horsens Fjord on the small bicycle ferry between Alrø, Hjarnø - Snaptun. Find more information here.
Hjarnø Færgefart operates the car ferry that sails between the ferry port Snaptun and the island Hjarnø in Horsens Fjord. Read more and find information on booking and timetables here.
Small marina in Horsens Fjord near the ferry port in Snaptun. The harbor is intimate and cozy, equipped with nice facilities, a café, and easy access to beautiful nature. From the marina, it's only a five-minute ferry ride to the island of Hjarnø.
Nature highlights
Stensballe Forest and "Mountains"
Horsens, East Jutland
