🍂 Lakes, forest paths and reflections of the sky in calm November waters…
Hey friends! 👋 On Sunday, November 30, we’re heading to Silkeborg — Denmark’s Lake District — for a beautiful day walk along The Silk Route, a scenic loop around lakes, rivers and forests in the heart of Jutland 🇩🇰
Fresh air, soft forest trails and endless lake views — the perfect late-autumn adventure ✨
📌 ABOUT THE TRAIL
The Silk Route takes us through the charming town of Silkeborg and its surrounding forests, following the shores of six crystal-clear lakes and stretches of the Gudenå River — Denmark’s longest.
• Lakeside paths around Almind, Brassø, Vejlsø & Ørnesø 🌊
• Peaceful forest trails and rolling terrain 🌲
• Bridges, viewpoints and small beaches 🏞️
• A taste of Danish nature at its best — quiet, pure and close
📍 Distance: 12.1 km
⛰ Elevation gain: 177 m
🔁 Route type: Loop
🕒 Estimated time: 3–3.5 hours
⭐️ Difficulty: Easy to Moderate — gentle ups and downs
💧 Clean lakes (some swimmable in summer!)
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🎯 EVENT PLAN
📅 Sunday, November 30
⏱ Meeting time: 10:00
🚩 Start & finish:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/QKUWgGmf6eMJ51wt9
https://ul.waze.com/ul?ll=56.17007900%2C9.52782900
🍽 Break with snacks & hot drink by the lake ☕
🌤 We aim to finish before sunset
🚗 Ride sharing & transport coordination in the group chat
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🌟 HIGHLIGHTS ALONG THE ROUTE
🌲 Almind Sø forest & viewpoints
🌊 Brassø & Vejlsø — part of the Silkeborg lake system
🌉 Gudenå River — Denmark’s longest
🏞️ Ørnesø loop & lake reflections
🏙️ Silkeborg town charm — art, cafés, water views
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👤 GUIDE & CONTACT
Vladimir
📱 WhatsApp: +371 29572565
🚗 We have 6 free spots in the car (we’ll split the fuel costs).
💬 Join our community chat for updates & coordination:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/EBL8SmjFUFm0iI5pUDHG66
Feel free to invite friends — the more hikers, the more fun! ✨
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🧒🐶 Participation
Kids: yes, if comfortable with the distance
Dogs: yes — they’ll love the forest! 🐾
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🎒 WHAT TO BRING
🌦 Check the weather forecast the day before
https://www.yr.no/en/forecast/daily-table/2-2614030/Denmark/Central%20Jutland/Silkeborg%20Kommune/Silkeborg
✅ Hiking shoes with good grip
✅ Waterproof & windproof layers
✅ Warm mid-layer (top can be chilly)
✅ Hat & gloves
✅ Thermos + snacks/lunch
✅ Charged phone / power bank
😍 Explorer spirit
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🤝 Organisation fee: 50 DKK (in cash)
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See you on the trail, friends! ✨🥾🌿
Map:
https://detskerisilkeborg.dk/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/silkeborg-kommune_silkeruten-kort_2009.pdf
Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Silkeborg, Meetups in Silkeborg, Arts events in Silkeborg.
