Take a lovely trip in the beautiful surroundings of Riis Forest (Riis Skov) in northern Aarhus, with its view of the water and beaches like Den Permanente, which is located at the foot of this natural area. The forest is a popular destination for locals. It is also a great place to burn off some energy, with a jog along the numerous paths, or to enjoy the gorgeous view of the Bay of Aarhus.
Riis Forest is the place to visit if you want some fresh air in quiet and natural surroundings. Take a breather and enjoy the beautiful and diverse forest, which feels like a little oasis on the edge of Aarhus.
Riis Forest (Riis Skov) in Aarhus - one of the highlights of 10 Most Instagrammable Places in Aarhus (Read all about Aarhus here)
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Highlights of Riis Forest
Riis Forest invites you to take long walks along numerous path systems, which weave their way between the tall trees. During the summer, the forest is in full bloom, and you can enjoy the shade under the green trees. Riis Forest is, however, particularly popular during the spring, when the forest floor is covered by a blanket of aromatic ramson.
The forest itself changes with the seasons. During autumn, you will be enchanted by the gorgeous colour palette, and during winter, the forest may be covered by a blanket of snow. In Riis Forest, you will also find one of the most beautiful views of the Bay of Aarhus, Mols Bjerge and Aarhus Ø. From here, you can spot the Iceberg (Isbjerget), an award-winning architectonic residential building.
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Good to know about Riis Forest
If you need to get into shape, Riis Forest is home to an outdoor training park on the edge of the forest. If you move outside the area and towards the water, you will arrive at Aarhus Ø, the newly developed district. Here, you can also take a dip at the Harbour Bath (Havnebadet). On the other side of Dronnings Margrethes Vej, you can find Trøjborg, a cosy and local district in Aarhus.
The edge of the forest runs just outside Aarhus, in extension to Skovvejen. The forest is just 15 minutes by bike from the centre, and several buses stop nearby.
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Riis Forest (Riis Skov) in Aarhus
Location: Riis Skov, 8240 Risskov, Denmark
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