Knudmosen Nature Area (Knudmose), Herning

Former bog turned green playground on Herning’s edge, where a man-made hill, dog forest and winding trails offer easy everyday escapes into light, air and open space.

4.5

Looking to book tours, experiences or hotels? Let me help you...

Home
Denmark
Herning
Knudmose

Knudmosen, often referred to as Knudmose, is a large protected green area on the edge of Herning, where former bog and peat fields have been reshaped into a diverse landscape of meadows, woodland, lakes and low hills. Criss-crossed by paths and bridle trails, it offers easy access to nature for walking, running, cycling and dog walking. With open views, a small “mountain”, allotment gardens and a dog forest, it’s a convenient everyday escape from the city that still hints at its marshy past.

A brief summary to Knudmose

Lindegårdsvej 24, Herning, 7400, DK
Duration: 1 to 3 hours
Free
Outdoor
Mobile reception: 4 out of 5

Local tips

Bring waterproof or sturdy shoes in wet seasons; sections of Knudmosen still hold water and some smaller trails become muddy after rain.
Head up Knudmosebjerget around sunrise or late evening for the best light and wide views over Herning and the surrounding flat countryside.
If you are bringing a dog, use the fenced dog forest for off-lead exercise and keep your pet leashed in the rest of the conservation area.
Pack drinks and snacks; facilities are minimal and you will not find cafés inside the nature area itself.
Look for the accessible routes in the eastern part of Knudmosen if you are using a stroller, wheelchair or mobility aid.

Getting There

City bus from Herning centrum

From central Herning, use a local city bus toward the Lind or southern residential districts; services typically run every 20–30 minutes on weekdays and less frequently in the evening. The ride to stops near Lindegårdsvej or Messevejen generally takes 10–20 minutes, followed by a short walk along residential streets to the green edge of Knudmosen. A single adult ticket within the Herning zone usually costs around 20–30 DKK, with discounts when using a travel card.
Bicycle from Herning city centre

Cycling from Herning’s pedestrianised core to Knudmosen is straightforward and mostly flat, using local streets and cycle paths through suburban neighbourhoods. Expect 10–20 minutes each way at a relaxed pace. This is a good option in most seasons, though winter ice and strong winds can make the ride less comfortable. There is informal bicycle parking along the edges of the nature area, but no guarded facilities.
Car or taxi within Herning area

Driving from addresses in Herning to the access points around Lindegårdsvej or Messevejen typically takes 5–15 minutes, depending on traffic. Parking is usually available along nearby residential streets or by small informal lay-bys close to the paths, but spaces can be limited on fine-weather weekends. A taxi from the city centre is similarly quick and may cost roughly 80–140 DKK one way, varying with time of day and traffic.
On foot from nearby suburbs

If you are staying in the Lind district or southern parts of Herning, you can reach Knudmosen comfortably on foot in about 15–35 minutes, depending on your starting point. Pavements and local paths make the approach easy and mostly level, suitable for strollers. In darker months, consider reflective clothing, as some stretches are less brightly lit.

Knudmose location weather suitability

Any Weather
Clear Skies
Windy Conditions
Mild Temperatures
Cold Weather
Snow

Discover more about Knudmose

From ancient marsh to everyday green refuge

Knudmosen stretches between Herning and the suburb of Lind, a broad sweep of former bog that has evolved into one of the city’s most characterful green lungs. The word “mose” means bog, and for centuries this low-lying ground was wet, difficult terrain, threaded with pools and reeds. Archaeological finds show people were active here thousands of years ago, drawn by the resources of the marsh even when it was far from easy to cross. In the late 19th and 20th centuries, large-scale drainage and land improvement schemes reshaped the area. Peat extraction became especially important during periods of fuel shortage, when the soft brown blocks cut from the ground helped heat local homes. As peat digging declined, Herning began to see Knudmosen less as an industrial resource and more as a vital patch of nature close to the growing town.

Shaped landscape and the small “mountain”

Today the most distinctive feature is Knudmosebjerget – literally the Knudmose “mountain” – a man‑made hill that rises surprisingly high from the otherwise flat heath landscape. At around 79 metres above sea level, topped by a simple monument, it counts among the highest points in the Herning area and gives an unexpectedly wide view over rooftops, fields and wind-sculpted trees. The hill and surrounding western section are more purposefully shaped than wild. Old landfill and worked peat fields have been contoured into slopes and terraces, edging into open meadows where children can roll downhill in summer and locals bring sleds on snowy winter days. It is an example of how a once-exploited landscape can be gently reimagined as recreational ground without losing the memory of what came before.

Paths, clearings and accessible routes

East of the hill the mood softens into a mosaic of woodland, glades and wet meadows. Here a web of gravel paths and smaller tracks invites slow exploration. Some routes are broad and well-drained, suitable for prams, wheelchairs and mobility scooters, making Knudmosen one of Herning’s more accessible nature escapes. Others narrow to earthy, rooty singletracks, ideal for trail runners and curious walkers who do not mind a bit of mud after rain. Clearings open suddenly between stands of birch and conifer, revealing long grass rippling in the wind or a glimpse of water where drainage ditches and ponds recall the bog that lay here before. Waymarked loops make it easy to improvise a short leg-stretcher or a longer circuit, and cyclists often weave the area into everyday commutes or training rides between town and countryside.

Dog forest, allotments and local life

One of Knudmosen’s most sociable corners is the fenced dog forest, where four-legged residents of Herning can run off-lead. The soundscape shifts here to panting, barking and owners chatting on the paths as they loop beneath the trees. Elsewhere, a cluster of allotment gardens and small poultry plots adds a homely touch: neat sheds, vegetable beds, fruit bushes and the occasional cluck of hens underline how tightly woven this nature area is into daily local life. There are no big attractions or loud facilities; instead you find simple benches, the odd picnic spot and low-key signage. The atmosphere is informal and relaxed, a place for joggers at dawn, families on weekend strolls and solo walkers looking for a quiet thinking space without leaving town.

Seasons, light and quiet moments

Knudmosen changes subtly with the seasons. In spring, damp ground and open sky bring busy birdlife and a fresh wash of green across the meadows. Summer days can feel almost pastoral, with insects humming over the grass and the distant murmur of the city softened by trees. Autumn mists hang low over the hollows, underlining the area’s marshy origins, while frosty winter mornings on Knudmosebjerget offer clear, crisp views under pale northern light. For visitors, the appeal lies in this blend of ordinary and unusual: a city-edge park that still feels like a living landscape, carrying traces of bog, peat workings and land art. Whether you come for a brisk run, an off-lead dog romp or a contemplative walk at sunset, Knudmosen offers a quietly distinctive window onto Mid Jutland’s flat, big-skied countryside.

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Mindesten for H.Pontoppidan

1.5 km

A quiet memorial stone in Herning’s Sdr. Anlæg, honouring H. Pontoppidan and the ambitious transformation of Jutland’s once-harsh heath and bog landscapes.

Scandic Regina

1.7 km

Experience panoramic views of Vejle's natural beauty from the Udsigtstårn at Østengård.

Herning City Hotel

1.7 km

Experience breathtaking panoramic views and serene landscapes at Udsigtstårn in Vejle, Denmark.

Louis Nielsen Herning

1.8 km

Experience contemporary art in a unique setting at Kunsthal Vejle, where a historic vending machine becomes a dynamic exhibition space.

Lagkagehuset

1.9 km

Experience innovative contemporary art in Vejle's historic vending machine gallery, open 24/7 with free admission.

Befrielsessten i Gullestrup

5.2 km

A 1949 liberation stone honoring Denmark's freedom in the quiet village of Gullestrup.

Ilva

5.6 km

Experience contemporary art in a repurposed 1950s vending machine at Vejle's innovative Kunsthal Vejle.

Herning Turist

5.8 km

Experience panoramic views of Vejle's landscapes from the accessible Udsigtstårn observation tower.

Mindesten for Jens Vejmand

6.9 km

A windbreak memorial to a stoneworker whose life inspired Denmark's most beloved folk song.

Bølling Lake

26.5 km

A restored glacial lake offering scenic walks, excellent fishing, and peaceful nature immersion in central Jutland.

Silkeborg Vesterskov mindesten

34.5 km

A modest memorial stone in Silkeborg Vesterskov, where forest tranquillity and wartime history meet in a quiet, contemplative woodland clearing.

Silkeborg Water Tower

36.9 km

A heritage-listed industrial landmark symbolising Silkeborg's textile manufacturing legacy.

Springvand

37.0 km

Northern Europe's grandest fountain transforms Silkeborg's lakeside with water jets soaring 33 meters high and mesmerizing evening light shows.

Tollundmanden

37.2 km

Stændertorvet is the historic main square of Roskilde, home to bustling markets, festivals, and community life, set beside UNESCO-listed Roskilde Cathedral.

Museum Silkeborg, Hovedgården

37.2 km

Discover Byparkens Legeplads, a lively playground in Roskilde’s city park, blending creative play, family-friendly amenities, and community spirit in an urban green oasis.

Unmissable attractions to see

P-plads, Knudmosebjerget

0.4 km

Unassuming car park, big horizons: your easy starting point for Knudmosebjerget’s hilltop views, protected wetlands and everyday escapes on Herning’s edge.

MCH Messecenter Herning

0.6 km

Scandinavia’s powerhouse for fairs, shows, sport and concerts, where Herning’s quiet heathland becomes a buzzing city of events and experiences.

Frilandsmuseet Herning

1.4 km

Step from central Herning straight into a thatched 1800s village, where open‑air farmsteads, soundscapes and intimate exhibits bring Jutland’s heathland past to life.

Lokalhistorisk Arkiv I Herning

1.4 km

A quiet local history archive where Herning’s evolution from heathland settlement to modern town is preserved in photographs, papers, and personal stories.

Tekstilmuseet

1.5 km

Industrial looms, children’s factory fun and 2,000 years of cloth history in Herning’s former textile mill, where Central Jutland’s fabric story comes vividly alive.

Sdr. Anlæg

1.5 km

A historic green pocket in central Herning, where tall trees, storybook carvings and a nature playground link city streets with the wild paths of Knudmosen.

Lau Tune Møller

1.6 km

A quietly placed contemporary artwork on Herning’s main street, weaving modern sculpture into the everyday rhythm of historic Bredgade.

Nordisk Film Biografer Herning

1.7 km

Modern multiplex in central Herning with comfortable screens, big-sound blockbusters and classic cinema snacks for easygoing evenings and family-friendly outings.

Herning Station

1.7 km

Central Jutland’s compact rail and bus hub, Herning Station quietly connects a busy events town and its countryside to the rest of Denmark.

Fermaten

1.7 km

Purpose-built regional music venue bringing rock, jazz, indie, pop and more to an intimate, modern concert hall in the center of Herning.

Zency Herning

1.8 km

Professional, minimalist massage clinic in central Herning offering tailored therapeutic and wellness treatments in a calm, contemporary setting.

Herning Rocker

1.9 km

High-energy one-day rock festival on Herning’s edge, blending big Danish acts, street-food tents and a friendly local crowd in an open-air field setting.

Locked - Escape Room

2.0 km

Experience Denmark's rural heritage at Høgdal, an open-air museum near Them showcasing traditional farm life.

Befrielsessten i Herning

2.5 km

Experience Elia, Herning's monumental steel sculpture with unpredictable flame bursts and panoramic views.

Mindeparken

2.6 km

A serene ornamental memorial park in eastern Herning, where hedge-framed garden rooms, quiet lawns and oak groves honour Second World War history.

Open-grill steaks, hearty portions and kro-style warmth in a rustic, centrally located Herning steakhouse dating back to 1977.

Historic Herning jeweler blending 90 years of goldsmith tradition with curated modern design, personalized service, engraving and watch care on lively Bredgade.

M.C. Mortensen, Officiel forhandler af Rolex

1.7 km

Herning’s century-old Rolex and fine watch boutique, blending family-run goldsmith tradition with a sleek, modern showroom on bustling Bredgade.

M.C. Mortensen, Officiel forhandler af Rolex

Small, welcoming LGBTQ+ bar in Herning with karaoke nights, friendly hosts and a living‑room vibe that mixes cosy chats with intimate party energy.

Your Ultimate Free Travel Guide

Discover Knudmose with Evendo, a 100% free app-based travel guide. Explore attractions, landmarks, restaurants, and more with ease and convenience.

Knudmosen Nature Area (Knudmose), Herning

A brief summary to Knudmose

Local tips

For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you

Getting There

City bus from Herning centrum

Bicycle from Herning city centre

Car or taxi within Herning area

On foot from nearby suburbs

Knudmose location weather suitability

Unlock the Best of Knudmose

Buy tickets

Book tours with entry

Book tours without entry

Discover more about Knudmose

From ancient marsh to everyday green refuge

Shaped landscape and the small “mountain”

Paths, clearings and accessible routes

Dog forest, allotments and local life

Seasons, light and quiet moments

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Mindesten for H.Pontoppidan

Scandic Regina

Herning City Hotel

Louis Nielsen Herning

Lagkagehuset

Befrielsessten i Gullestrup

Ilva

Herning Turist

Mindesten for Jens Vejmand

Bølling Lake

Silkeborg Vesterskov mindesten

Silkeborg Water Tower

Springvand

Tollundmanden

Museum Silkeborg, Hovedgården

Unmissable attractions to see

P-plads, Knudmosebjerget

MCH Messecenter Herning

Frilandsmuseet Herning

Lokalhistorisk Arkiv I Herning

Tekstilmuseet

Sdr. Anlæg

Lau Tune Møller

Nordisk Film Biografer Herning

Herning Station

Fermaten

Zency Herning

Herning Rocker

Locked - Escape Room

Befrielsessten i Herning

Mindeparken

Essential places to dine

A Hereford Beefstouw, BOXEN

Ibolicious Kebab

Singapore Kitchen Pizza & Grill

Fru Kristof

Coffee City Karma

Lones Køkken

SushiArt Herning

Backyard Burger

På Farten

Møllegrillen Herning

Restaurant Flammen

Tap Del Bar

Brasseriet

Restaurant Jin

Charolais Kroen ApS

Markets, malls and hidden boutiques

Al Hádi Inter Food

Garnshoppen

botex Herning

Pillayar Stores

Uhrskov Vinhandel

Dalgashus

Dampkongen

Rikki Vanggaard

Design HUB

Ma-Griff

Normal