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685 km
139:00 h
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Karsten went for a hike.
October 22, 2025
This 10 km hiking tour around Skamlingsbanken, near Kolding, offers a great mix of nature, coastline, and history. It takes about 2 to 2.5 hours and is suitable for most hikers. Start & Access The tour begins at a parking area and can also be reached by bus from Kolding, making it easy to get to. Route Highlights - Beautiful viewpoints and open landscapes - A relaxing walk along Gronningshoved Beach - Several resting spots to enjoy the scenery - A nice finish at the Skamlingsbanken Museum and Café, perfect for a break History of Skamlingsbanken Skamlingsbanken is an important place in Danish history, especially from the 1800s. It was used for large public meetings where people spoke about keeping the Danish language and culture strong in the border region of Schleswig, which was influenced by both Denmark and Germany. During the Second Schleswig War in 1864, Denmark lost parts of this region to Germany. A monument at Skamlingsbanken honouring Danish speakers was destroyed by German troops, but later rebuilt. This shows how the area has been part of both cultural pride and conflict. Today, the museum at Skamlingsbanken shares stories about freedom of speech, democracy, and the natural landscape, making it a meaningful place to visit. Extend Your Adventure You can easily add more to your day—go for a swim, enjoy a meal at a nearby restaurant, or explore more of the countryside. This hike is ideal for anyone looking for a peaceful walk, a bit of history, and a chance to enjoy Denmark’s southern coast.
02:19
10.2km
4.4km/h
160m
180m
Karsten went for a hike.
August 15, 2025
Nice round with resting areas, shelters, and great view
00:37
2.20km
3.5km/h
40m
30m
Karsten went for a hike.
August 7, 2025
Wonderful hiking trial with many different sceneries, rivers, lakes, ruins. Several shelter along the way.
03:23
15.5km
4.6km/h
150m
200m
What a beautiful way to "hike"😊
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