Running in Southern Denmark is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Southern Denmark—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 5, 2025

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1. Lillebæltsstien circuit

9.63km

01:03

80m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Jelling Forest

3.64km

00:26

70m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Munkebo Trail

17.2km

01:53

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90m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Skovsøen loop from Odense

10.3km

01:05

40m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Blåvand Beach Horse Bunkers – View of Blåvand Lighthouse loop from Blåvand-Oksby

11.3km

01:16

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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6. Skovsøen loop from Fruens Bøge

11.1km

01:10

40m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Lalandia loop from Vandel

5.67km

00:37

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. View of Blåvand Lighthouse – Oksby Church loop from Blåvand-Oksby

11.3km

01:10

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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9. Odense River Path – Nighttime Park Pathway loop from Gartnerbyen

19.2km

02:02

80m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Middelfart Church – Old Harbor loop from Lyng

19.8km

02:05

110m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in Southern Denmark

1. Lillebæltsstien circuit

2. Jelling Forest

3. Munkebo Trail

4. Skovsøen loop from Odense

5. Blåvand Beach Horse Bunkers – View of Blåvand Lighthouse loop from Blåvand-Oksby

6. Skovsøen loop from Fruens Bøge

7. Lalandia loop from Vandel

8. View of Blåvand Lighthouse – Oksby Church loop from Blåvand-Oksby

9. Odense River Path – Nighttime Park Pathway loop from Gartnerbyen

10. Middelfart Church – Old Harbor loop from Lyng

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