Highlights Flensburg - Viborg

• 0 km: Flensburg

  The Start

  Quiet before the storm.

  Flensburg Fjord provides a unique setting to start at the dock.

  While last night's guests strolling home from town, your adventure is just beginning - 270 km along the Ancient Road.

• 6 km: Border

  The border crossing

  Did you remember your passport?

  Between Niehuus in Germany and Bov in Denmark, you cross the border at Rønsdam.

  The original barrier here and mark stones give a unique experience and a clear sense of crossing the border.

  North of the border, you pass Kliplev Church whose freestanding bell tower is the oldest preserved wooden building in Denmark.

• 40 km: Hjarupvej

  Climb 10%

  The first real test of strength is a serious one.

  Over 450 meters it rises on average by 10%.

  The climb is a classic, even among the professionals in the Danish cycling, so it is nice to have on your CV, while the legs are still fresh.

• 44 km: Dimen

  Cobblestone climb 6.2%

  By Aabenraa, a cycling experience that is worth reporting on is waiting. This is not found elsewhere in the country.

  A cobblestone climb with hairpin bends!

  In all, it rises over 650 meters with 6.2% on average.

  11 km after the top, fortunately the famous Southern Jutland coffee and cake awaits.

• 55 km: Hesselbjerg

  Depot 1

  The first depot is welcome after a couple of tough climbs at Aabenraa.

  The former Rødekro depot is in 2017 moved to the beautiful surroundings of Hesselbjerg north of Aabenraa.

• 74 km: Pavé Tørning Mill

  Cobblestones

  ATTENTION!

  A Sunday in Hell (Paris-Roubaix) is exchanged for a summer on the Ancient Road just south of Vojens.

  Hold the handlebars, but also enjoy the unique surroundings by Tørning Mill.

• 80 km: Vojens

  Depot 2

  SE-Arena is a special depot experience that you owe it to give yourself.

  Here you cycle into the arena where Sønderjyske has skated for several DM titles in recent years.

• 119 km: Vejen

  Depot 3

  Vejen Sports Center provides shelter and food second to none.

  Lovely hot food and a well deserved rest with your colleagues provide towards the hilly terrain ahead.

• 162 km: Ødsted

  Depot 4

  The music plays and refreshments are available when you roll into Ødsted.

  At present, it is very important with new energy in the legs and a short break from the road.

• 169 km: Jennumbakken

  Climb 5.6%

  By Jennum you reach one of the largest hills.

  5.6% rise in average over 1,175 meters.

  Therefore, one can appreciate a hand in the back of his partner.

• 174 km: Faarup Climb

  Climb 5.3%

  South of the Royal Jelling oozes of Denmark's history, but also the height meter.

  Over 600 meters it rises on average by 5.3%, so the next depot in Nr. Snede may seem far away.

  After the hill, you cycle into the Jelling and rounds the two largest prehistoric mounds in Denmark.

  Between the two high stands rune stones, which are called "Denmark's birth certificate."

• 205 km: Nr. Snede

  Depot 5

  Yes - Nr. Snede is a milestone for many.

  The hot soup and the sumptuous selection of snacks means that you can finally begin to see the goal in Viborg come closer.

  Nr. Snede has been a rallying point for Hærvejens travelers - and on race day is the gathering place for both MTB and road bike riders.

  Just south of Nr. Snede is Gudenåens and Skjernåens sources - the origins of Denmark's two largest rivers.

• 217 km: Passo del Vrads

  Climb 5.2%

  By Vrads south of Silkeborg is antoher real nasty climb.

  5.2% rise in average over 1300 meters.

  So even though the legs gradually tired, makes many want to stand and step on the pedals.

• 229 km: Col du Funder

  Climb 4%

  Most will question whether more height meters is to count as a highlight on the route.

  Just before the depot in Funder at Silkeborg it rises over 1800 meters with an average climb of 4%.

• 231 km: Funder

  Depot 6

  There is reason to smile.

  The goal in Viborg approaching and it contributes positively to the atmosphere at the depot in Funder.

  Also means extra calories.

  In Funder Kirkeby you can see, among other Funder Church, one of the old churches.

• 253 km: Vattrupgaard

  Depot 7

  You are close to goal.

  It is tiresome to go completely sugar cold before Viborg, so remember to enjoy the delicious depot at Vattrupgård.

• 266 km: Alpe d'Dollerup

  Climb 3.8%

  The last serious challenge is Dollerup Bakker south of Viborg.

  Although by now you probably don’t have more power in the legs, it goes up over 1300 meters by 3.8% on average.

  The landscape is dramatic - created by Arctic ice and meltwater during the last ice age.

• 275 km: Goal in Viborg

  The goal is reached

  Congratulations - you made it!

  The adventure ends for all road riders and mountain bike riders on the Parade Square in Viborg.

  There are partying everywhere in Viborg, which celebrates Snapsting.

  It gives you every opportunity to pay tribute to your magnificent achievement.