Thorning - Vrads
Discover Grathe Heath and Bølling Lake
Walk along Grathe Heath and feel the sweep of history from the famous battle on the heath, where Knud, Svend, and Valdemar fought for power in the 12th century. Along the way, you can also enjoy the beautiful Bølling Lake.
Before starting your trip
Pack a lunch from home or stop by Spar Grocery in Thorning town before you start, where they have bake-off and everything else you need for a delicious lunch.
Head to Tollund and enjoy your lunch on the way
On the journey from the plantations west of Thorning to Tollund, you will walk among other places on Grathe Heath, where famous royal battles have taken place, so you can easily find an idyllic spot along the 25 kilometers to enjoy your packed lunch.
Have dinner at your chosen accommodation
It is possible to purchase food at both of the suggested accommodations listed below.
Outdoor overnight stay
You can sleep in your own tent at DCU Camping Hesselhus on Moselundvej 30, 8600 Silkeborg.
Indoor accommodation
Two kilometers from the Hærvej Trail lies Kragelund Vicarage, which serves as a hostel for hikers on the Hærvej. There are 36 beds, bathing facilities, and a communal kitchen at the address Sinding Hedevej 2, 8600 Silkeborg.
*Remember to book your accommodation before you set off to ensure you have a place to sleep.
Eat breakfast before the day's hike
Have some breakfast and do some shopping for lunch at DCU Camping Hesselhus before the day's trip.
Head to Sepstrup and enjoy your lunch
On the first approx. 9 kilometers, you can admire the large natural areas until you reach the town of Sepstrup, where you can enjoy your packed lunch.
Walk the last 11 kilometers to Vrads Sande
On the last 11 km, you can look forward to a hike across Vrads Sande, until you reach your final destination Vrads.
Practical information
- Indoor accommodationTwo kilometers from the Hærvejen route lies Kragelund Vicarage, which serves as a hostel for hikers on the Hærvejen. There are 36 beds, bathing facilities, and a communal kitchen at the address Sinding Hedevej 2, 8600 Silkeborg
- Outdoor accommodationYou can sleep in your own tent at DCU Camping Hesselhus on Moselundvej 30, 8600 Silkeborg.
- Parking at the startPark the car at the Blicheregnen Museum at the address Blichersvej 30, 8620 Kjellerup.
- Transport back to ThorningBook a flex trip at least 2 hours before departure by calling 87 40 83 00, press 2, available every day from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
