P-plads, Knudmosebjerget (Knudmosebjerget Car Park & Viewpoint Access)

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

4.1

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

Home
Denmark
Herning
P-plads, Knudmosebjerget

P-plads, Knudmosebjerget is the main access point to Knudmosebjerget hill and the surrounding Knudmosen nature area on the edge of Herning. From here, trails fan out across protected wetlands, heather-covered slopes and recreational areas, leading up to one of Herning’s highest points at just over 79 metres above sea level. The small car park itself is functional and low-key, but it places you at the starting line for walks, runs, sledding in winter and wide views over the city and the flat Jutland landscape.

A brief summary to P-plads, Knudmosebjerget

Herning, 7400, DK
Visit website
Duration: 0.5 to 3 hours
Free
Outdoor
Mobile reception: 4 out of 5

Local tips

Wear waterproof or sturdy shoes, as paths around Knudmosen can be muddy, especially after rain or during the shoulder seasons.
Head up to the hilltop monument around sunset on a clear day for some of the widest views over Herning and the surrounding countryside.
In winter, bring a sled or simple plastic toboggan; the slopes by Knudmosebjerget are used informally for sledding when there is enough snow.
Stay on marked trails to protect the wetland habitats and be prepared for ticks in the warmer months by checking clothing after your walk.

Getting There

Car from central Herning

Driving from central Herning to P-plads, Knudmosebjerget typically takes 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic. The route uses standard city and local roads with no tolls. Parking at the car park is free and usually straightforward outside peak sunny weekends. Surfaces are a mix of asphalt and gravel, and spaces are not marked individually, so larger vehicles should arrive early for easier maneuvering.
City bus and short walk

Local buses from central Herning towards the southern and southeastern districts offer services that stop within roughly 1–2 km of Knudmosen. The ride usually takes 10–20 minutes and a single adult ticket is commonly in the range of 20–30 DKK, depending on zones and discounts. From the nearest stop, expect a 15–25 minute walk on pavements and local paths; this final stretch is mostly flat but not signposted specifically to the car park, so using an offline map is helpful.
Bicycle from Herning centre

Cycling from Herning’s centre to Knudmosebjerget generally takes 15–25 minutes, making use of the city’s cycle-friendly streets and paths. The terrain is almost entirely flat, with only the final approach to the hill involving gentle inclines. There is no dedicated bike parking structure at the car park itself, but you can lock your bicycle to a fence or place it discreetly at the edge of the parking area. This is a free, flexible option well suited to Herning’s compact layout.

P-plads, Knudmosebjerget location weather suitability

Any Weather
Clear Skies
Mild Temperatures
Cold Weather
Snow
Windy Conditions

Discover more about P-plads, Knudmosebjerget

A modest car park at the foot of a Jutland hill

P-plads, Knudmosebjerget looks unassuming at first glance: a compact gravel and asphalt parking area tucked into the western edge of Knudmosen on the outskirts of Herning. Yet this simple space is the practical gateway to one of the city’s highest natural points and to a surprisingly varied landscape shaped by ice, peat and human use over centuries. From your car door or bike stand, you are just a short walk from open slopes, damp meadows and a hill that rises to more than 79 metres above sea level. The car park is deliberately functional rather than scenic in itself. Low lighting, a few trees and simple edges keep the focus firmly on the surrounding nature. In busy daylight hours you will often see a quiet flow of walkers, joggers and dog owners using the area as their starting point, before quickly disappearing onto the paths that climb towards Knudmosebjerget.

Knudmosebjerget and its hilltop monument

From the parking area, marked paths lead up Knudmosebjerget, sometimes called Knudmosebakken, a glacial hill that tops out at 79.3 metres, plus the height of the monument crowning its summit. The monument is a simple, upright marker recording the elevation and underlining the small but distinct sense of standing above the flat West Jutland plain. On clear days, you can make out the spread of Herning, surrounding farmland and patches of forest in the distance. This combination of modest altitude and broad horizons makes the hill a popular local viewpoint. The climb is short but can feel steep in a few sections, especially in wet or icy weather, adding just enough effort to make the panorama feel earned. In winter, the same slopes become a casual sledding spot when there is snow, with families using the car park as their base.

Knudmosen’s protected wetlands and open spaces

Beyond the hill, P-plads, Knudmosebjerget gives direct access into Knudmosen, a conservation area of around 230 hectares. The landscape alternates between former peat bog, damp grasslands, patches of scrub and open recreational fields. Drainage ditches and ponds tell the story of earlier peat cutting and land use, while today the focus is on preservation and low-impact recreation. The western part of Knudmosen around the hill supports a mix of activities: informal sledding and skiing on the slopes in snowy winters, a poultry colony, and allotment gardens where locals tend small plots. Walking routes loop past these more cultivated pockets into quieter, wilder-feeling corners where reeds rustle, birds call from the wet ground and the city feels further away than it really is.

Routes, running loops and everyday exercise

For many local residents, Knudmosebjerget’s car park is simply where a regular run, dog walk or training loop begins. Well-marked paths form part of a network of up to eight routes across Knudmosen, including a purple-marked trail that climbs to the hilltop for one of the best views of Herning. Surfaces range from compacted gravel to narrow, sometimes muddy tracks, so footwear suited to the season is important. The terrain offers a pleasing variety for relatively short distances: flat stretches for easy walking, rolling sections for interval training, and the hill itself as a natural fitness challenge. Cyclists sometimes use the area as a link in longer rides around Herning, leaving their car here or simply pausing before continuing through the countryside.

Light-touch infrastructure in a natural setting

Facilities at P-plads, Knudmosebjerget are intentionally minimal to preserve the area’s character. Expect marked paths, basic orientation boards in the wider area and occasional benches along routes rather than a fully developed visitor centre. This low-key infrastructure suits the feel of Knudmosen as a near-urban escape, where nature remains the main attraction and human interventions are kept discreet. Because of the protected status and the wetland environment, visitors are encouraged to stick to paths, keep dogs under control and avoid disturbing wildlife. The reward is an easy escape into fresh air and open skies within minutes of Herning’s streets, with a handy car park acting as the quiet threshold between town and nature.

Seasonal moods on Herning’s high ground

The experience of starting from P-plads, Knudmosebjerget shifts with the seasons. In spring and summer, grasses and heather along the slopes soften the outlines of the hill, and long evenings invite leisurely sunset walks to the monument. Autumn brings earthy colours and sometimes fog pooling in the lower, wetter parts of Knudmosen. In winter, when snow falls, the car park serves as a staging area for sleds and makeshift skis, and the air fills with children’s voices on the downhill runs. Even on short, cold days, the combination of fresh wind on the summit and the quick return to your vehicle makes this a convenient, year-round spot to stretch your legs and gain a different perspective on Herning.

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Mindesten for H.Pontoppidan

1.0 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

1.3 km

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

Herning City Hotel

1.4 km

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

Louis Nielsen Herning

1.4 km

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

Lagkagehuset

1.4 km

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

Befrielsessten i Gullestrup

5.0 km

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

Ilva

5.2 km

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

Herning Turist

5.4 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

26.0 km

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

Silkeborg Vesterskov mindesten

34.1 km

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

Silkeborg Water Tower

36.5 km

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

Springvand

36.5 km

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

Tollundmanden

36.8 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

36.8 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

Knudmose

0.4 km

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.

Frilandsmuseet Herning

1.0 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

1.0 km

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

MCH Messecenter Herning

1.0 km

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

Sdr. Anlæg

1.1 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.

Herning Station

1.3 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.

Nordisk Film Biografer Herning

1.3 km

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

Tekstilmuseet

1.3 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.

Lau Tune Møller

1.3 km

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

Fermaten

1.4 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

1.4 km

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

Locked - Escape Room

1.5 km

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

Herning Rocker

2.0 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.

Befrielsessten i Herning

2.1 km

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

Mindeparken

2.1 km

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

Traditional Danish flavors and warm, wood-panelled charm in the heart of Herning’s central square, inside the historic Hotel Eyde.

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

AL-Ting

1.3 km

A cosy two-storey lifestyle boutique in Herning, where Danish design, interiors, fashion and gourmet treats come together in a warmly hygge-infused setting.

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

P-plads, Knudmosebjerget (Knudmosebjerget Car Park & Viewpoint Access)

A brief summary to P-plads, Knudmosebjerget

Local tips

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

Getting There

Car from central Herning

City bus and short walk

Bicycle from Herning centre

P-plads, Knudmosebjerget location weather suitability

Unlock the Best of P-plads, Knudmosebjerget

Buy tickets

Book tours with entry

Book tours without entry

Discover more about P-plads, Knudmosebjerget

A modest car park at the foot of a Jutland hill

Knudmosebjerget and its hilltop monument

Knudmosen’s protected wetlands and open spaces

Routes, running loops and everyday exercise

Light-touch infrastructure in a natural setting

Seasonal moods on Herning’s high ground

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

Knudmose

Frilandsmuseet Herning

Lokalhistorisk Arkiv I Herning

MCH Messecenter Herning

Sdr. Anlæg

Herning Station

Nordisk Film Biografer Herning

Tekstilmuseet

Lau Tune Møller

Fermaten

Zency Herning

Locked - Escape Room

Herning Rocker

Befrielsessten i Herning

Mindeparken

Essential places to dine

A Hereford Beefstouw, BOXEN

På Farten

Ibolicious Kebab

Coffee City Karma

Lones Køkken

Singapore Kitchen Pizza & Grill

Backyard Burger

SushiArt Herning

Restaurant Flammen

Charolais Kroen ApS

Restaurant Jin

Tap Del Bar

Brasseriet

Møllegrillen Herning

Restaurant Sankt Jørgen Herning

Markets, malls and hidden boutiques

Pillayar Stores

Dalgashus

Al Hádi Inter Food

Garnshoppen

botex Herning

Ma-Griff

Dampkongen

Rikki Vanggaard

Design HUB

Uhrskov Vinhandel

Jydepotten A/S