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The Top 20 Lakes in Skanderborg

Looking to visit the best lakes in Skanderborg? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Skanderborg’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Last updated: October 17, 2025

Slåensø Lake

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Lake Slåensø is located directly south of Lake Borre Sø in the Silkeborg Sønderskov forest area. An outflow via the Millingbæk connects it to the Borre Sø.
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Bygholm Lake

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In a 7 km long hike you can walk around the lake on beautiful paths through the forest and along the lake shore.
There are several ways to enjoy the view of the lake at rest areas.

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The lido is right at the destination of the MTB route. Perfect for cooling off after a ride.

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Julsø

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Julsø (or Jul sø) at Silkeborg is the largest and deepest of the Himmelbjerg lakes between Ry and Silkeborg in the Central Jutland Highlands. As it flows through the Gudenå, it is also part of the Gudenå system.

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Vestbirk Lake

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Vestbirk Sø is one of three artificial lakes created by damming the Gudenå River in 1924 to support the Vestbirk Hydroelectric Power Station. The other two lakes are Bredvad Sø …

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