Explore the Danish Riviera by bike – from Dronningmølle to Rågeleje

Experience the North Coast by bike

From Dronningmølle, the route takes you through rolling countryside past Lake Søborg and Bronze Age burial mounds until the landscape opens up and the Kattegat and Rågeleje’s iconic beach huts come into view.

Along the way, combine your cycling trip with nature, cultural history, art and local places to eat. Find inspiration for what to experience along the route – and where to stop for a break. Download the route via the QR code.

Facts about the route

• Distance: 45 km.
• Good to know: The route passes through gently rolling countryside behind the coastal towns. Most of the route is on tarmac, with a few sections on gravel. Be aware that the coastal section has more traffic.
• Parts of the route follow the Esrum Å Trail, Cycle Route 703 and Cycle Route 47, where you can follow the signs.

Tip for your trip

Take the train to Dronningmølle and ride back towards Rågeleje – or the other way around. This way, you avoid taking the same route back and get an even better experience of the North Coast. You can also take your bike on the train free of charge.

Places to eat along the way

There are several places to stop for a bite to eat during your trip:

• Drømmecafeen
• Cafe Havestuen
• El Mesón Canario
• Restaurant Søstjernen
• Café Søhesten
• Il Terrazzo Heatherhill

Places to stay along the route

If you would like to combine your cycling trip with an overnight stay, options include:

• Feriecenter Rågeleje Klit
• Dronningmølle Strandcamping
• DCU-Camping Rågeleje Strand

Experiences along the cycling route

There are several places along the route where it is worth parking your bike and exploring on foot:

• Sunset at Heatherhill
• Dronningmølle Beach
• The boardwalk at Lake Søborg
• The colourful beach huts in Rågeleje

Culture and history

Combine your trip with art, crafts and traces of the area’s history:

• Munkeruphus Art Gallery, Café and Greenhouse
• Rudolph Tegner’s Museum & Statue Park
• Maglehøje in Rågeleje
• Hiiri Keramik
• Glass Blow – Rågeleje Glaspusteri

Tip: Take a detour through Valby Hegn and discover its many ancient long barrows.