Active together in Sønderborg.
What does an active holiday mean to you?
The range of what characterizes an active holiday is individual from person to person, and we can actually accommodate most preferences.
Whether you're visiting Sønderborg, the city in nature, on a shopping trip with café enjoyment, or heading out into our nature to get your heart rate up and some speed in the field, you'll find a wide range of options on the mainland as well as on the island of Als.
Hiking tours
Lace up your hiking shoes and enjoy nature on one of the numerous hiking trails around the Sønderborg area. Here, you'll find both short and medium-length hiking paths, as well as the very long hiking routes that may take several days.
You can follow the Alsstien, with family and friends, on the 64-kilometer-long and scenic route from Hardeshøj in Nordals to Drejet in Sydals.
Denmark's first European quality hiking trail, the Gendarmstien, takes you through beautiful and varied nature on the 84-kilometer hike from Padborg in the neighboring municipality of Aabenraa, through Sønderborg city, to Skovby in Sydals.
Discover the nature in Sønderborg
Bicycle vacation
Pedal your bike, strap on the bicycle helmet, and roll out on the small roads through the scenic nature of Als and the historic mainland.
Take a break and hop over Als Fjord with the charming little car ferry, Bitten Clausen; it only takes 10 minutes, and your bike comes along for free!
Enjoy a dip along the way at one of the many beaches where the Blue Flag waves - your guarantee for clean bathing water.
Cycling tours in Sønderborg
Rental
If you don't have your own boat, bicycle, or car on vacation, it's possible to rent them. During the high season, it's probably a good idea to plan ahead.
Rental of diving equipment
Creative fun
If you enjoy using your hands and tinkering, even on vacation, there are creative activities.
Take a tour of Sønderborg Municipality and discover art, landmarks and memorials.
What else can we do?
A leisurely horseback ride at a walking pace is offered at several locations in the Sønderborg area.
If the weather doesn't cooperate, the activity can also take place indoors.
You can use municipal playgrounds completely for free, while at Vollerup Minigolf and Playground, you have to pay an entrance fee. However, there is also access to animals there.
Experience the history at one of the many museums and collections in Sønderborg Municipality.
Go on a cosy shopping trip in the city of Sønderborg and Shoppingcenter Borgen.
With a free ticket in hand, you can enjoy the view of Sønderborg City and the island of Als from the 16th floor of Alsik Hotel & Spa
Three delightful 18-hole golf courses await you in Sønderborg Municipality.
Universe Science Park
Water activities
When you are so close to or completely surrounded by water on the holiday island Als, it should, of course, be utilized to the fullest.
