Brendstrup forest

8210 Hazel

Walks, trails and shelters in Brendstrup Forest

Brendstrup Forest in hasle is one of the green spots in Aarhus, where you can quickly get away from the pace of the city and into the tranquility among the trees. The forest is close to both Christiansbjerg and Skejby, and it is an ideal place for both running routes, walks and small breaks from everyday life. If you have a dog, you can take it with you to the dog forest, there is no fence here, so you get a more free and natural experience.

The special thing about Brendstrup Skov is that it is connected to Marienlystparken in Hasle. In fact, it is difficult to see where the park ends and the forest begins. If you go further north, you will find Vestereng Skov just two kilometers away. Perfect if you want to combine your trip with more green areas in Aarhus.

Straight row of spruce trees in Brendstrup Forest

Small forest lake surrounded by Brendstrup Forest

→ Popular for walks and running routes

→ Dense vegetation with old and young trees

→ Shelter and campfire site for overnight stay

→ Paths connecting to Marienlyst Park

Paths and trees in Brendstrup Forest

Brendstrup Forest is crisscrossed by paths, so it is easy to find your way. You will quickly meet others who are out for a walk, run or just enjoy nature. The trees in the forest are primarily beech, oak and larch, a mixture of tall, older trees from the 1990s and the newer, smaller trees, which provide variety in the landscape.

One of the special things is how close the trees are. It can almost feel like a wall of trunks when you move away from the path. This makes Brendstrup Skov an exciting place to explore, but also a bit challenging if you move outside the established paths.

The Fairytale Forest in Aarhus

Brendstrup Forest can feel a bit like a fairy tale forest. Here, the thin trunks stand close together, and the green is mostly found in the treetops high above you. When you walk under the natural canopy of leaves, you get the feeling of being in a magical forest, where the light filters down through the leaves.

In some places you can slip between the trees, where the forest floor is more open and covered with low vegetation. It is precisely these small passages that make a walk in Brendstrup Forest something special, a place where you can let your imagination wander.

Shelter and campfire site in the middle of Brendstrup Forest

Shelter site by Brenstrup forest

If you want to make the trip more than just a walk, you will find a shelter in the eastern part of the forest. Here you can spend the night in the middle of nature, surrounded by tall trees that provide shelter from the wind. By the shelter is a campfire where you can light a fire for dinner or just gather the family for a cozy get-together.

Remember to bring your own firewood and if you want to stay overnight, you must book the shelter via Aarhus Municipality websiteWhen you reserve the shelter, the boat space is automatically included.