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Hvolris Iron Age Village

At Skals Ådal, about 17 km north of Viborg, is Hvolris Jernalderlandsby, which is an open-air museum, which also includes a large nature area with a nature playground and small trails that lead around the area. Start by exploring the 'Timberlands', where there is an archaeological exhibition with several of the interesting finds unearthed around Hvolris. People have lived here since the Stone Age, around 6000 years ago. One of the special things about the Iron Age village is that the excavations are located next to the rebuilt houses and workshops, which are now part of the exciting and educational Iron Age environment. Throughout the year, a number of courses are held in various ancient crafts and there are also many activities during the holidays. Get your sword sharpened and take a trip back in time in a really fun and entertaining way at Hvolris Iron Age Village, a perfect destination for the whole family's summer holiday or as part of a weekend break or mini break in the Jutland region.

Viborg Cathedral

Explore Denmark with Risskov and drive yourself to the experiences that await. One of the many surprises that Viborg hides is its beautiful cathedral, whose history dates back to the 12th century. Along the way up through the ages, the church experienced several serious fires, with the last one razing it to the ground in 1726. As a result, not much remained of the beautiful cathedral, in fact, only the old crypt survived the ravages of time. The rest has been rebuilt and the present church was consecrated in 1876. In the crypt's southern chapel is the Well of St. Kjeld, where many sick people, and especially the blind, are said to have been healed. The walls and vaults of the cathedral were decorated by the artist Joakim Skovgaard and his assistants, who covered the walls and vaults of the cathedral with very colourful frescoes from the Bible story, from Adam and Eve to the end times, from 1901 to 1913. Find gay-friendly hotels in Viborg and the surrounding area and go on a self-drive holiday at your own pace with the whole family.

Skive

Skive has an exciting history and has become a commercial centre, with a network of pedestrian streets and plenty of shopping opportunities. The many specialty shops and small cosy boutiques are within a pleasant distance, it is simply not far to the next shop. There is always life and fun in the streets, especially around Rådhustorvet and Posthustorvet, where there are often activities and market days.

Snap route around Limfjorden

The snaps route winds through varied landscapes with fragrant herbs and berries to flavour snaps, through old market towns with brandy traditions, past castles, manor houses, inns and ruins of monasteries where recipes for spiced snaps have been passed down for generations.

Overlooking the fjord and sea, the route takes in a wide range of historical sights, cultural experiences and family-friendly attractions in Limfjordsland. Everywhere there are opportunities for detours into the pure nature and to enjoy its free pleasures.

World map

Go on a cheap car holiday in Denmark and visit the World Map at Hobro. One day, some meadows were to be drained near Klejtrup Lake, south of Hobro, and a stone appeared that looked like Jutland. This prompted Søren Poulsen, a dancing cameraman, to build his own little world in the meadows. The new world was built between 1944 and 1969 and measures 45 x 90 metres. It was built by placing large stones on top of the frozen meadows and in the places where the worlds were to be. When the ice melted, the stones could be tilted into place with some difficulty. The equator is marked with red poles and the whole world map is reproduced with lakes, rivers and famous mountain ranges, so it's easy to send mum and dad to Australia, Borneo or Mount Everest if they want to. There's also an 18-hole mini-golf course on the World Map and in summer it's a great place to enjoy a sail in the Pacific Ocean, where even the little ones can join in, although there may be a few waves. Find a cheap summer holiday at Risskov and take the whole family on an adventure around the world on the 'World Map',

Mønsted Lime Mines

Mønsted Kalkgruber is located at Mønsted, south of Hjarbæk Fjord and west of Viborg. The limestone pits are caves in a limestone layer close to the surface, where lime has been quarried for many centuries, for example to produce mortar for building churches and monasteries. Mønsted Limestone Mines is the world's largest limestone mine and an endless labyrinth of mine galleries. Try the mine train in summer or see how many bats you can spot.

The Stone Age Centre of Ertebølle

In the middle of Vesthimmerland’s nature, close to the famous kitchen midden from the Iron Age, lies the Stone Age Centre of Ertebølle. As the only Stone Age centre of Denmark, it offers exclusive experiences with the past, playing, and learning. 

The centre focuses on children’s activities, good stories, and the outstanding culture and nature around Ertebølle Hoved.

Viking Centre Fyrkat

Go on a driving holiday in Denmark and discover the country's exciting history with Risskov. Find child-friendly hotels for a summer holiday, winter holiday or autumn holiday and set off on an adventure to Fyrkat, which was built around 980 under the Danish Viking King Harald Bluetooth. The castle no longer exists, but the ramparts that mark the town's size can still be seen. Behind the rampart 16 longhouses were built, which are today marked with white stones and just outside the rampart a faithful replica of a longhouse measuring almost 29 metres in length and built entirely of oak has been built.

The archaeological finds excavated around the castle and at the graves can be seen at Hobro Museum. Also visit the Viking farm, which with its nine houses and forge is a great man's farm as it looked when Harald Bluetooth was king. The Viking Centre Fyrkat has a lot to offer and is perfect for a family trip, even with the little ones. Plan the perfect family self-drive holiday and learn more about the exciting history of Denmark on the trip.