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How many national cycle routes are there in Denmark?

Eleven signposted routes across the country.

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Short answer

Denmark has 11 national cycle routes with a combined length of 4,787 km (2022 figures). Routes with odd numbers from 1 to 9 run north to south, and routes with even numbers from 2 to 8 run east to west. Route 10 goes around Bornholm and route 12 follows the Limfjord, and both are loops. Six of the national routes are also part of the European EuroVelo network.

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Why

  1. 83 % of the route network is asphalt and 17 % is gravel or soil.
  2. Odd numbers run north to south, even numbers east to west.
  3. The routes are made mainly for cycle tourists from Denmark and abroad.

Details

In 2022, 57 % of the cycle tourists on the national routes came from outside Denmark.

Tip

Use the route number to find your direction: odd numbers go north to south, even numbers east to west.

What may differ

Route lengths change a little when stretches are moved or improved, so the total in km may differ in newer figures.

Common misconception

Many think the national routes are separate cycle tracks all the way.

What actually happens

The routes are signposted links of cycle tracks, small roads and gravel paths, and 17 % of the network is not asphalt.

People also ask

  • What is the longest cycle route in Denmark?
  • Which EuroVelo routes go through Denmark?
  • How are cycle routes signposted in Denmark?

Sources

This answer is for reference only. Cycling rules and services can change, so check the official sources before you ride.

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