Is Denmark good for a cycling holiday?
Flat land, signed routes and many islands.
Short answer
Yes, Denmark is well suited for a cycling holiday. The country has more than 11,000 km of signposted national, regional and local cycle routes, and the 11 national routes alone cover 4,787 km. 83 % of the national route network is asphalt. In 2022, 57 % of the cycle tourists on the national routes came from abroad.
Why
- The national routes are made for cycle tourists.
- Denmark has more than 400 islands.
- Some shelters can only be reached by bike, kayak or on foot.
Details
Some architect-designed shelters along the routes cost only a few coins a night.
Tip
Plan your route online with the Naviki app or website, which is available in several languages.
What may differ
Surfaces differ: 17 % of the national route network is gravel or soil.
Common misconception
Many think cycling in Denmark only makes sense in Copenhagen.
What actually happens
Signposted routes cover the whole country, from the west coast of Jutland to Bornholm.
People also ask
- How many national cycle routes are there in Denmark?
- Can you cycle around Bornholm?
- Which EuroVelo routes go through Denmark?
Sources
This answer is for reference only. Cycling rules and services can change, so check the official sources before you ride.
Transport and mobilityRelated questions
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Can you cycle around Bornholm?
Yes, national cycle route 10 is a 105 km loop around Bornholm and the shortest of Denmark's 11 national routes.
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How many kilometres do Copenhageners cycle a day?
On an average weekday in 2025, cyclists covered 2.48 million km in Copenhagen.
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How many Copenhageners cycle to work or school?
In 2025, 43 % of all trips to work or education in Copenhagen were made by bike, down from 46 % in 2024.
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How many bikes are there in Copenhagen?
In 2025 the people of Copenhagen owned 754,200 bikes.