The Heart Trail in Hedensted

Great nature close to the city centre

The landscape is distinctive on this short circular route in the outskirts of Hedensted. The raw and free nature along the Torup Stream valley, combined with the manicured surroundings of the local golf club and a new modern quarter creates a unique setting for your trek. The relatively short route is perfect if you want to get some exercise on a busy weekday, when you want to take the dog for a walk or when you need some fresh air on a short Sunday walk.

Short waymarked route

A walk on the Heart Trail is between 3.5 and 5 kilometres long. From Dalbyvej at the northern part of the route there is a path leading south through Torup Hills along Torup Stream. As you head south, you pass a very large rock. According to legend, the boulder was thrown by an angry witch from Stouby who was angry that Hedensted Church was built.

On the southern part of the route, you turn west through forest to Hedensted Golf Club. From here you head back north towards Dalbyvej through the residential area on the roads Rindbækvej, Torupvej and Præstemarken. This roundtrip is approximately four kilometres long.

Midway between the northern and southern tip of the route, there is a path leading east/west through the golf course. This path makes it possible to shorten or extend the walk. For example, if you do not want to walk near the trafficked road on Dalbyvej, you can skip this part. This path starts in the west where Torupvej meets Rindbækvej and in the east where the path crosses the stream.

You can follow the route via this digital map. 

About Heart Trails

Heart Trails are waymarked hiking routes that make it easy for you to get exercise on busy weekdays. The routes are typically placed in the cities where people live. The Heart Trails can be found all across Denmark.

The nearest heart paths are in Horsens, Juelsminde and Tørring.

More hiking routes near Hedensted

The Hedensted Lakes is a newly developed recreational area where you can enjoy scenic walks around seven small lakes. A walk around all the lakes is about four kilometres long. Another good option is the three-kilometre-long waymarked loop through Sebberup Forest.

On this page you can find inspiration for other short roundtrips on foot in Kystlandet. 

Last updated on July 3, 2025 by Casper Terkelsen