The Art of Nature: Discovering Deep Forest Art Land
Explore a unique blend of contemporary art and wild nature in Southern Jutland, where creative installations surprise visitors along tranquil forest paths.
Deep Forest Art Land is an extraordinary open-air art space nestled amidst the woodlands near Kibæk in Southern Jutland. Spanning meandering forest trails, the site features captivating contemporary sculptures, land art, and installations, each thoughtfully placed to interact with the landscape. Visitors encounter art that surprises and delights, blending seamlessly into nature, making this both a sensory and contemplative experience. Established as a place where nature and creativity merge, it welcomes guests of all ages year-round.
A brief summary to Deep Forest Art Land
- Sdr Ommevej 29b, Kibæk, 6933, DK
- Visit website
Local tips
- Wear sturdy shoes; trails can be muddy, especially after rain.
- Picnic areas are available; bring food and enjoy a meal surrounded by art and forest.
- Family and dog-friendly, but keep dogs on a leash at all times.
- Check for temporary installations or events before visiting; the landscape often changes with new art.
Getting There
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Driving
Reaching Deep Forest Art Land from the heart of Southern Jutland is easiest by car. The drive takes visitors through rural landscapes and smaller towns, gradually leading to the forests around Kibæk. Free parking is provided at the entrance to the site, though it can fill quickly during weekends or special events.
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Public Transport
Travelers arriving via train can alight at Kibæk Station, a small regional hub. From the station, a local taxi brings you directly to Deep Forest Art Land in about 10–15 minutes (typical fare DKK 120–150). Buses may run seasonally; check local schedules in advance.
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Cycling
The approach from Kibæk and nearby villages is scenic by bicycle, with rural roads offering relaxed travel amid open fields and forest edges. Bike racks are located close to the entrance. Allow 15–30 minutes from Kibæk depending on pace and prevailing winds.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Mindesten for H.Pontoppidan
23.8 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.
Lagkagehuset
24.1 km
Experience innovative contemporary art in Vejle's historic vending machine gallery, open 24/7 with free admission.
Scandic Regina
24.1 km
Experience panoramic views of Vejle's natural beauty from the Udsigtstårn at Østengård.
Herning Turist
24.3 km
Experience panoramic views of Vejle's landscapes from the accessible Udsigtstårn observation tower.
Herning City Hotel
24.4 km
Experience breathtaking panoramic views and serene landscapes at Udsigtstårn in Vejle, Denmark.
Louis Nielsen Herning
24.4 km
Experience contemporary art in a unique setting at Kunsthal Vejle, where a historic vending machine becomes a dynamic exhibition space.
Ilva
25.2 km
Experience contemporary art in a repurposed 1950s vending machine at Vejle's innovative Kunsthal Vejle.
Befrielsessten i Gullestrup
28.0 km
A 1949 liberation stone honoring Denmark's freedom in the quiet village of Gullestrup.
Mindesten for Jens Vejmand
28.7 km
A windbreak memorial to a stoneworker whose life inspired Denmark's most beloved folk song.
Troldborg Ring
38.2 km
Iron Age refuge fortress on a wooded hilltop, where grassy ramparts, “Devil’s Valley” slopes and wide views over Vejle Ådal bring deep Danish history to life.
Bølling Lake
40.6 km
A restored glacial lake offering scenic walks, excellent fishing, and peaceful nature immersion in central Jutland.
Silkeborg Vesterskov mindesten
45.1 km
A modest memorial stone in Silkeborg Vesterskov, where forest tranquillity and wartime history meet in a quiet, contemplative woodland clearing.
Kulturmuseet
45.2 km
Discover the tranquil beauty of Sneglehøjen, Odense's serene natural retreat perfect for relaxation and nature walks.
Knagerne Silkeborg
45.3 km
Explore Knagerne Silkeborg, an untouched ancient forest where time stands still, offering a unique and immersive nature experience in the heart of Denmark's Lake District.
Vejle Art Museum
45.4 km
Experience the tranquil beauty of Sneglehøjen, Odense's serene natural retreat perfect for relaxation and exploration.
Unmissable attractions to see
Ytteborgs kartoffelmark
11.4 km
Experience the monumental power and modern mystery of Elia, Denmark’s largest outdoor sculpture, fusing steel, fire, and artistic vision near Herning.
Naturcenter Harrild Heath
19.0 km
Historic watermill, wide open heath and clear river meet at Naturcenter Harrild Heath, a calm Central Jutland base for trails, learning and big‑sky nature.
Jyllands Park Zoo
20.5 km
Family-focused countryside zoo near Herning, blending close-up animal encounters with big playgrounds, tivoli rides and wide green spaces for a relaxed full-day outing.
Haunstrup Brunkulslejer
21.2 km
Former brown coal mines turned wild Jutland playground of forest, sand pits and trails, where industry’s scars have softened into a characterful nature escape.
Knudmose søerne
22.2 km
A restored bog landscape where winter sports, nature trails, and waterbird habitats create diverse recreational experiences.
MCH Messecenter Herning
22.5 km
Scandinavia’s powerhouse for fairs, shows, sport and concerts, where Herning’s quiet heathland becomes a buzzing city of events and experiences.
Knudmose
22.8 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.
P-plads, Knudmosebjerget
23.0 km
Unassuming car park, big horizons: your easy starting point for Knudmosebjerget’s hilltop views, protected wetlands and everyday escapes on Herning’s edge.
Snejbjerg Mini Saab Museum
23.6 km
A small, private trove of classic Saabs in suburban Herning, offering an intimate look at Scandinavian automotive design and one enthusiast’s lifelong passion.
Kløvertorvet, Snejbjerg
23.6 km
Discover Herning Skulpturpark, an immersive outdoor sculpture park in Herning where striking contemporary art and scenic walking paths create a tranquil cultural escape.
Sdr. Anlæg
23.8 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.
Locked - Escape Room
23.9 km
Experience Denmark's rural heritage at Høgdal, an open-air museum near Them showcasing traditional farm life.
Frilandsmuseet Herning
24.0 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
24.0 km
A quiet local history archive where Herning’s evolution from heathland settlement to modern town is preserved in photographs, papers, and personal stories.
Herning Rocker
24.1 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.
Essential places to dine
A Hereford Beefstouw, BOXEN
22.2 km
Classic Danish steakhouse craftsmanship brought inside Jyske Bank Boxen, serving serious steaks, wine and design-led ambience right where Herning’s big events unfold.
Lindberg Dining Diagonalkroen Give
22.2 km
Historic Danish inn on Give's town square, blending traditional charm with refined contemporary cuisine.
På Farten
24.1 km
Hurtigt, mættende pizzaria- og kebabstop lige ved Herning Banegård – et uformelt knudepunkt for rejsende, pendlere og lokale på farten fra formiddag til sen aften.
Charolais Kroen ApS
24.1 km
Open-grill steaks, hearty portions and kro-style warmth in a rustic, centrally located Herning steakhouse dating back to 1977.
Restaurant Jin
24.2 km
Relaxed Chinese buffet and sushi spot opposite Herning station, offering Mongolian barbecue, family‑friendly comfort food and easygoing, central dining.
Restaurant Flammen
24.3 km
All‑you‑can‑eat Danish grill buffet with at least 15 cuts of meat, a generous salad bar and a cosy, family‑friendly atmosphere in central Herning.
Ibolicious Kebab
24.3 km
Casual Turkish-style kebab and shawarma in homemade bread, served fast and budget-friendly on a lively central street in downtown Herning.
Backyard Burger
24.3 km
Flame-grilled burgers crafted with quality ingredients in a playful, swing-filled setting.
Singapore Kitchen Pizza & Grill
24.3 km
Asian-inspired pizza and casual dining in the heart of Herning
Coffee City Karma
24.3 km
Authentic Turkish döner and fresh Italian pizza in the heart of Herning, open late.
Lones Køkken
24.3 km
No‑frills, central Herning grill and pizza house serving big portions, fast comfort food and late‑night bites on lively Bredgade.
Mezza
24.3 km
Cozy Lebanese meze and grill in central Herning, where deep flavors, warm hospitality and shared plates turn dinner into a lingering evening ritual.
SushiArt Herning
24.3 km
Compact, central Herning sushi spot focused on fresh, sustainable ingredients, organic rice and convenient takeaway boxes for an easy, modern meal.
Fru Kristof
24.3 km
Unpretentious chicken and grill bar on Herning’s Islandsvej, serving generous portions of classic Danish fast food for a quick, inexpensive daytime bite.
Restaurant Den Kinesiske Mur Herning
24.4 km
Lively Chinese buffet and running sushi in central Herning, blending Mongolian grill, classic dishes and a playful conveyor-belt sushi experience under warm red décor.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Baldur´s Archery APS
13.4 km
Denmark's premier archery specialist with expert guidance, premium equipment, and three decades of bowhunting expertise.
Pillayar Stores
24.2 km
Authentic Asian groceries and specialty provisions in the heart of Herning.
Dalgashus
24.3 km
Compact city‑centre arcade in Herning, combining everyday services, small shops and sheltered walkways in a convenient, low‑key shopping passage.
Al Hádi Inter Food
24.3 km
Herning's premier international grocery store bringing authentic Middle Eastern, Asian, and Indian flavors to Denmark.
Ma-Griff
24.3 km
Smart, distinctive women's fashion on Herning's vibrant pedestrian shopping street.
Garnshoppen
24.3 km
A cozy, color-filled yarn shop in central Herning, where Nordic fibers, patterns and personal advice inspire knitters and crocheters of every level.
botex Herning
24.3 km
Specialist curtain and home-textile store on Herning’s main street, offering Scandinavian-style window solutions, bedding and rugs with personal, practical advice.
Dampkongen
24.3 km
Denmark's trusted vaporizer specialist with expert guidance and secure online shopping.
Rikki Vanggaard
24.3 km
Intimate Herning boutique offering curated women’s fashion, signature pieces and thoughtful styling guidance in a calm, Scandinavian-chic setting.
Design HUB
24.3 km
Entrepreneur-driven design store in central Herning, showcasing emerging Danish creatives, unique objects and a collaborative spirit behind the shopfront.
Uhrskov Vinhandel
24.3 km
Fourth‑generation family wine shop in the heart of Herning, blending historic charm with a wide, well‑curated selection of wines, spirits, beers and gourmet gifts.
Jydepotten A/S
24.3 km
Curated women's fashion from leading brands in the heart of Herning's main street.
AL-Ting
24.3 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.
Normal
24.3 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.
Mappstore (Herning City)
24.3 km
Curated Danish fashion and designer accessories in Herning's vibrant shopping district.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Hosekræmmeren
14.0 km
Brande's beloved pub where tradition meets lively social atmosphere in the heart of town.
min PUB
21.6 km
A cozy, basement-style neighborhood bar tucked into Herning’s Industriparken, serving straightforward beers and friendly conversation away from the city-center nightlife.
Black Wolves
22.0 km
Lively Herning sports bar where FC Midtjylland fan culture, big screens and easygoing Danish bar life come together just a short hop from MCH Arena.
Don Quijote
24.2 km
Authentic local bar where Herning's working-class community gathers for affordable drinks and genuine connection.
City-cafeen
24.3 km
Unpretentious bar-café in central Herning, offering inexpensive drinks, cosy pub-style atmosphere and a relaxed, local slice of Danish værtshus culture.
Vestre Hjørnet
24.3 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.
Petit Bar
24.3 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.
Glamour Place
24.4 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.
Heidi's Bier Bar
24.4 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.
The Old Irish Pub
24.4 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.
Murphy's Pub
24.4 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.
Bodega Gadespejlet ApS
24.4 km
Authentic Danish pub culture in Herning's heart—nearly 50 years of genuine hospitality and late-night atmosphere.
Piano Herning
24.4 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.
Fox and Hounds
24.4 km
Scottish pub excellence in the heart of Herning with craft beers, premium whiskeys, and genuine Danish hospitality.
Bart
24.4 km
Herning's premier sports bar and dart venue with craft beers, creative cocktails, and lively entertainment.
