Udsigtstårn in Østengård: A Panoramic Gem in Vejle
Experience panoramic views of Vejle's natural landscapes from the Udsigtstårn in Østengård.
Perched atop Østengård, the Udsigtstårn offers visitors a breathtaking panoramic view of Vejle Fjord, Vejle Ådal, Kongens Kær, and Ravning. Accessible via scenic forest trails, this observation tower is a must-visit for nature enthusiasts seeking a serene escape and a unique perspective of the region's diverse landscapes.
A brief summary to Baboon City
- Åkirkebyvej 10, Herning, 7400, DK
- +4597221314
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during sunset for breathtaking views and optimal lighting for photography.
- Wear sturdy footwear, as the initial trail ascent is steep and can be slippery during wet conditions.
- Bring binoculars to enhance your view of distant landmarks and wildlife.
- Check the weather forecast before your visit to ensure clear skies for the best panoramic experience.
- Consider packing a picnic to enjoy at the summit while taking in the expansive views.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Vejle Bus Station, board Bus Line 2 towards Vejle Øst. Alight at the Østengårdvej stop. From there, it's a brief walk along Østengårdvej to the trailhead leading to the Udsigtstårn. Bus tickets typically cost around 20 DKK for a single journey.
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Driving
For those driving, parking is available at Østengårdvej or Knabberupvej. From these parking areas, follow the well-marked trails through the forest to reach the Udsigtstårn. Parking is free of charge, but spaces may be limited during peak times.
Discover more about Baboon City
Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Befrielsessten i Gullestrup
1.8 km
A 1949 liberation stone honoring Denmark's freedom in the quiet village of Gullestrup.
Louis Nielsen Herning
1.9 km
Experience contemporary art in a unique setting at Kunsthal Vejle, where a historic vending machine becomes a dynamic exhibition space.
Herning City Hotel
1.9 km
Experience breathtaking panoramic views and serene landscapes at Udsigtstårn in Vejle, Denmark.
Scandic Regina
2.2 km
Experience panoramic views of Vejle's natural beauty from the Udsigtstårn at Østengård.
Lagkagehuset
2.4 km
Experience innovative contemporary art in Vejle's historic vending machine gallery, open 24/7 with free admission.
Mindesten for H.Pontoppidan
2.6 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.
Ilva
4.9 km
Experience contemporary art in a repurposed 1950s vending machine at Vejle's innovative Kunsthal Vejle.
Mindesten for Jens Vejmand
5.1 km
A windbreak memorial to a stoneworker whose life inspired Denmark's most beloved folk song.
Herning Turist
5.7 km
Experience panoramic views of Vejle's landscapes from the accessible Udsigtstårn observation tower.
Bølling Lake
24.8 km
A restored glacial lake offering scenic walks, excellent fishing, and peaceful nature immersion in central Jutland.
Silkeborg Vesterskov mindesten
33.3 km
A modest memorial stone in Silkeborg Vesterskov, where forest tranquillity and wartime history meet in a quiet, contemplative woodland clearing.
Statue of Michael Drewsen
35.4 km
Bronze tribute to Silkeborg’s founding industrialist, anchoring the historic town square and local traditions at the heart of Denmark’s lake district.
Springvand
35.5 km
Northern Europe's grandest fountain transforms Silkeborg's lakeside with water jets soaring 33 meters high and mesmerizing evening light shows.
Silkeborg Water Tower
35.5 km
A heritage-listed industrial landmark symbolising Silkeborg's textile manufacturing legacy.
Mønsted Kalkgruber
35.6 km
Explore the world's largest limestone mine in Mønsted, Denmark: a subterranean adventure with stunning lakes, multimedia shows, and fascinating bat colonies, offering a unique glimpse into geological history.
Unmissable attractions to see
Kirppu
1.4 km
Denmark's largest indoor flea market supermarket with 120+ rotating vendors and constantly refreshed inventory.
Herningsholm Museum
1.6 km
Sixteenth‑century manor, heathland tales and textile roots meet under one timbered roof in Herning’s oldest building.
Fuglsang Lake
1.7 km
A breezy bathing lake on Herning’s northern edge, blending sandy shores, easy walking trails and simple outdoor fun in a wide, sky-filled Jutland landscape.
Park
1.7 km
Elia is a monumental open-air sculpture in Herning, Denmark—famous for its towering pillars, walkable dome, and spectacular, unpredictable flame eruptions.
Fermaten
1.9 km
Purpose-built regional music venue bringing rock, jazz, indie, pop and more to an intimate, modern concert hall in the center of Herning.
Befrielsessten i Herning
2.0 km
Experience Elia, Herning's monumental steel sculpture with unpredictable flame bursts and panoramic views.
Lau Tune Møller
2.0 km
A quietly placed contemporary artwork on Herning’s main street, weaving modern sculpture into the everyday rhythm of historic Bredgade.
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.
Zency Herning
2.1 km
Professional, minimalist massage clinic in central Herning offering tailored therapeutic and wellness treatments in a calm, contemporary setting.
Tekstilmuseet
2.1 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.
Nordisk Film Biografer Herning
2.1 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
2.2 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.
Lokalhistorisk Arkiv I Herning
2.3 km
A quiet local history archive where Herning’s evolution from heathland settlement to modern town is preserved in photographs, papers, and personal stories.
Frilandsmuseet Herning
2.3 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.
Herning Centret
2.5 km
Central Jutland’s largest covered mall, blending 80+ shops, eateries and family facilities with free parking and all-weather comfort on the edge of Herning.
Essential places to dine
Restaurant Pizzeria Marco Polo
1.8 km
Long‑running Italian family restaurant on Herning’s main square, serving generous pizzas, fresh pasta and hearty classics in a warm, central setting.
Herning Kebab House
1.8 km
Fresh-made kebabs, burgers, and pizzas in central Herning with warm service and reliable quality.
Café Dyrby's
1.9 km
Family-run café-restaurant on Herning’s main square, serving generous brunches, classic comfort dishes and coffee in a warm, lived-in setting.
Mødestedet
1.9 km
Casual, central and true to its name, Mødestedet is Herning’s easygoing meeting point for simple meals, drinks and conversation right on Torvet.
Bryggeriet Herning
1.9 km
Craft beer, Danish hygge and historic bank-vault atmosphere come together beneath Herning’s main square at this characterful brewery-restaurant on Torvet.
Brasseriet
1.9 km
Upscale European brasserie blending seasonal ingredients, curated wines, and attentive hospitality in central Herning.
Møllegrillen Herning
1.9 km
Central Herning’s no-nonsense grill bar for generous burgers, pizza and classic Danish fast-food favourites served quick, hot and at moderate prices.
Brdr. Price Herning
1.9 km
Danish–French brasserie classics and warm, high-ceilinged charm in a former bank building on Herning’s main square, ideal for both leisurely lunches and festive dinners.
Bone's Herning
1.9 km
Hearty American-style BBQ, salad and soft-ice bar in a cosy, family-focused restaurant on Østergade in the heart of Herning.
Tap Del Bar
1.9 km
Spanish-inspired gastrotapas, an impressive wine wall and crafted cocktails come together in a cosy, central Herning bar-restaurant made for social dining.
Restaurant Sankt Jørgen Herning
1.9 km
Traditional Danish flavors and warm, wood-panelled charm in the heart of Herning’s central square, inside the historic Hotel Eyde.
Café Fry Østergade ApS
1.9 km
Lively all‑day café on Herning’s pedestrian street, serving generous, good‑value comfort food from brunch to burgers in a relaxed, central setting.
Gusto Sandwich
1.9 km
Casual, central Herning fast-food spot for hearty sandwiches, pizzas and kebab plates, ideal for a quick, filling meal or easy takeaway on busy days.
U-Poke Herning
1.9 km
Herning's only poké restaurant, serving fresh Hawaiian bowls with customizable ingredients and community spirit.
Papa's
2.0 km
Homemade pizzas and pure veal kebab crafted with 20+ years of expertise and uncompromising quality.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Danmission Op Shop
1.7 km
Charitable thrift store where secondhand shopping funds global humanitarian work and environmental sustainability.
BØRNEHJØRNET – Genbrugsbutik og mødested for familier for børn
1.8 km
Small, friendly and purpose-driven, BØRNEHJØRNET in Herning is a cosy second-hand shop for children and a welcoming community nook for local families.
Tea & Coffee Gallery
1.9 km
A cosy Herning specialty shop where freshly roasted coffee, fragrant teas and gourmet chocolates turn everyday sipping into a small Scandinavian ritual.
IGEN Op Shop
1.9 km
A spacious Herning charity shop where quality second-hand finds, friendly volunteers and circular shopping all support the Danish Cancer Society’s work.
Femilet
1.9 km
Central Herning lingerie boutique offering comfortable, well-fitted Scandinavian underwear, nightwear and swimwear in a calm, personal and discreet shopping atmosphere.
Collezioni
1.9 km
Upscale women’s fashion boutique in central Herning, blending Scandinavian understatement with international luxury brands, curated outfits and design-conscious interiors.
Free-wheelin` Head & Growshop
1.9 km
A compact, colourful headshop in central Herning, stocking smoking gear, glass, CBD and grow essentials with laid-back vibes and knowledgeable, no-rush advice.
CADOVIUS
1.9 km
A central Herning boutique for modern Scandinavian clothing, blending everyday practicality with clean-lined style for both men and women on busy Bredgade.
SEKTION 1
1.9 km
Design-led fashion boutique in the heart of Herning, blending Scandinavian style, curated collections and a calm, contemporary shopping atmosphere.
Aaskov Modetøj A/S
1.9 km
Long‑established Danish womenswear on Herning’s Bredgade, blending quality fabrics, flattering fits and friendly service for everyday outfits and special occasions.
M.C. Mortensen, Officiel forhandler af Rolex
1.9 km
Herning’s century-old Rolex and fine watch boutique, blending family-run goldsmith tradition with a sleek, modern showroom on bustling Bredgade.
Lambæk Guld Og Sølv ApS
1.9 km
Historic Herning jeweler blending 90 years of goldsmith tradition with curated modern design, personalized service, engraving and watch care on lively Bredgade.
ONLY
1.9 km
Compact, denim-focused women’s fashion store on Herning’s main shopping street, blending industrial-chic interiors with accessible Scandinavian high-street style.
Mappstore (Herning City)
1.9 km
Curated Danish fashion and designer accessories in Herning's vibrant shopping district.
Normal
2.0 km
A bright, budget-friendly Danish variety store on Herning’s main street, packed with everyday essentials, quirky finds and travel-ready supplies at fixed low prices.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Horse Power MC
1.8 km
Straight-talking biker clubhouse bar in Herning, where rock music, cold beers and local MC culture come together in a compact, characterful hangout.
Baren Herning
1.9 km
Casual late-night bar on Østergade with upbeat music, affordable drinks and a friendly local crowd, ideal for relaxed nights out in central Herning.
Heidi's Bier Bar
1.9 km
High-energy Alpine-style beer hall in central Herning, mixing Tyrolean décor, towering beers, party games, and club-level nightlife for big, social nights out.
Bart
1.9 km
Herning's premier sports bar and dart venue with craft beers, creative cocktails, and lively entertainment.
Fox and Hounds
1.9 km
Scottish pub excellence in the heart of Herning with craft beers, premium whiskeys, and genuine Danish hospitality.
The Old Irish Pub
2.0 km
Lively Irish-style pub in central Herning, pouring pints, screening football and keeping the party going with music, quizzes and late-night bar energy.
Bodega Gadespejlet ApS
2.0 km
Authentic Danish pub culture in Herning's heart—nearly 50 years of genuine hospitality and late-night atmosphere.
Piano Herning
2.0 km
Cozy, centrally located bar in Herning with warm lighting, close-up atmosphere and late-night opening hours, ideal for relaxed drinks and sociable evenings.
Murphy's Pub
2.0 km
Cozy Irish-style pub in the heart of Herning, pouring good beer, hosting live music and quizzes, and blending Irish charm with Danish hygge late into the night.
Petit Bar
2.0 km
Compact, old-school neighborhood bar in central Herning with inexpensive drinks, smoky charm, music-fueled evenings and a relaxed, come-as-you-are vibe.
Vestre Hjørnet
2.0 km
Classic Danish bodega on a Herning street corner, where morning coffee blends into late-night beers and local conversation fills a worn but welcoming room.
City-cafeen
2.1 km
Unpretentious bar-café in central Herning, offering inexpensive drinks, cosy pub-style atmosphere and a relaxed, local slice of Danish værtshus culture.
Don Quijote
2.2 km
Authentic local bar where Herning's working-class community gathers for affordable drinks and genuine connection.
Glamour Place
3.4 km
Small, welcoming LGBTQ+ bar in Herning with karaoke nights, friendly hosts and a living‑room vibe that mixes cosy chats with intimate party energy.
Skorpionens Hule
4.2 km
Small, sociable and unpretentious, Skorpionens Hule is a cosy neighbourhood bar in Tjørring where local life, easy conversation and simple drinks set the tone.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
Mindegade5
2.0 km
Experience the heartbeat of Herning's nightlife at Mindegade5, where music, dance, and celebration converge.
East End Holstebro
31.7 km
High-energy disco club in central Holstebro, where DJs, flashing lights, and a packed dance floor keep the party going into the early morning hours.
Der Kuhstall Mønsted
35.0 km
Rural barn vibes meet late-night beats at this countryside nightclub near Viborg, where casual crowds, strong drinks and a compact dance floor power the weekend.
B'sharp - Silkeborg Rhythm Og Blues Association
35.4 km
Volunteer-run blues stronghold in central Silkeborg, where intimate weekend concerts, affordable drinks and close-up performances keep rhythm & roots music alive.
Riverboat Jazz Festival
35.9 km
Scandinavia’s celebrated Riverboat Jazz Festival: riverside concerts, boat gigs, and open-air revelry set against Silkeborg’s scenic lakes and vibrant summer spirit.
Kedelhuset
35.9 km
Kedelhuset: Silkeborg’s buzzing live music and culture venue, blending industrial heritage with creative energy in the lively riverside Papirfabrikken district.
ANDERS LAUSTSEN A/S
41.3 km
Compact, casual late-night bar and dance spot in Viborg, offering simple drinks, music, and a local Danish nightlife vibe just beyond the historic center.
Restaurant Latinerly
42.4 km
A vibrant culinary and nightlife landmark in Viborg, Restaurant Latinerly blends Nordic dining, creative cocktails, and festive energy in a historic setting.
NewsBar - Shakespeare Nightclub & Eventhouse
44.0 km
Ølgod's premier nightclub and event venue, where celebration and community connection meet.
Liglad Day & Nightlife
44.2 km
Compact late-night club on Grindsted’s main street, mixing local vibes, DJs and simple drinks for weekend nights that run into the early hours.
Vejle Jazzklub
53.5 km
Experience the soulful rhythms of jazz in the heart of Bredsten at Vejle Jazzklub.
The Last Waterhole
59.7 km
A beloved Vejle pub promising lively nights, affordable drinks, live music, and authentic Danish camaraderie just steps from the city’s vibrant heart.
Team Paderborner
60.1 km
Nightclub entertainment in Denmark's scenic Dyrehaven forest and lakeside setting.
temabar APS 23-05
60.5 km
Tropical vibes and late-night dancing in Vejle's energetic weekend hotspot.
Tartan Pub
60.5 km
A Scottish-inspired pub in the heart of Vejle, offering a vibrant mix of dance nights, craft brews, and cozy atmosphere perfect for locals and travelers alike.