Kongenshus Kro & Hotel
Traditional Danish country inn on the Viborg heath, combining homely cooking, simple hotel rooms and flexible spaces for celebrations, meetings and rural getaways.
Set just outside Viborg on the road across the Jutland heath, Kongenshus Kro & Hotel is a traditional Danish wayside inn that blends country charm with simple hotel comfort. The whitewashed buildings, red-tiled roofs and low-beamed interiors create a warm, old-fashioned atmosphere, while 13 straightforward rooms and home-style cooking make it a relaxed base for exploring the surrounding moorland, forests and lakes or for hosting gatherings, conferences and family celebrations.
A brief summary to King's House Inn & Hotel
- Vestre Skivevej 142, Viborg, 8800, DK
- +4597548124
- Visit website
- Duration: 1 to 24 hours
- Mid ranged
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Mixed
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
Local tips
- Book ahead for weekend lunches and festive-season meals, as event bookings and group celebrations can fill the dining rooms quickly.
- If you plan to explore the nearby heath and plantations, pack sturdy shoes and a windproof layer; the landscape is open and can feel breezy year-round.
- Ask in advance about room types and ground-floor options if you prefer minimal stairs, as this is a traditional inn rather than a purpose-built hotel.
- For conferences or larger family events, discuss tailored menus and timings with the team; the kitchen is used to building full-day packages around your schedule.
- If you rely on public transport, confirm current bus times to and from Viborg before your visit, as rural services may be less frequent in the evening.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Drinking Water
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
King's House Inn & Hotel location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Mild Temperatures
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Cold Weather
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Hot Weather
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Rain / Wet Weather
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A classic inn on the edge of the Jutland heath
Kongenshus Kro & Hotel sits on the western side of Viborg, where farmland thins out and low, wind-brushed heath begins to take over. The buildings are low and inviting, with white facades and a pitched red roof that instantly mark this out as a traditional Danish kro. Step inside and you move into a series of cosy dining rooms and lounges, where polished wood, simple furniture and soft lighting echo the building’s rural roots. Although the inn lies conveniently on the main road, it feels tied to the surrounding landscape rather than to town life. Many guests use it as a base for exploring the heaths and plantations nearby, returning to an atmosphere that is more country house than highway motel.Hearty Danish cooking and festive gatherings
Food is central to the experience here. The kitchen focuses on classic Danish kro fare: generous hot dishes, traditional lunch plates and seasonal menus built around local produce. At certain times of year the inn transforms into a festive venue, with candlelit rooms, decorative touches and special menus that lean into Danish holiday traditions. Beyond everyday dining, the kro is strongly geared towards celebrations. Several function rooms can host everything from intimate family dinners to larger weddings and anniversaries, with menus tailored to each occasion. The staff are used to planning full-day events that run from welcome drinks through to late-night coffee, which gives the place a quietly professional edge beneath its homely feel.Simple rooms for a peaceful overnight stay
The hotel section offers 13 straightforward rooms, designed more for comfort and rest than for show. Expect uncluttered decor, practical furnishings and an emphasis on functionality. Stays include breakfast, served in one of the inn’s dining spaces, which makes overnights after parties or conferences particularly convenient. Rooms are especially useful for travellers crossing Jutland who prefer a characterful stopover to an anonymous roadside chain. Check-in and check-out are set up to suit short stays, and the rural setting means mornings tend to be quiet, with the only noise coming from passing farm traffic or weather sweeping across the heath.Conferences and company retreats in the countryside
Kongenshus Kro & Hotel also doubles as a compact conference venue. Meeting rooms can be arranged for courses, seminars or strategy days, with catering built around coffee breaks, lunches and dinners. The advantage here is the balance between work-friendly facilities and immediate access to open space; it is easy to punctuate sessions with short walks outside or informal conversations over coffee in the lounge. For smaller businesses in the region, the inn offers a practical alternative to larger urban conference centres, combining manageable scale with an uncluttered rural backdrop that encourages focus.Gateway to heathland walks and quiet roads
While the inn itself is the main draw, its location makes it a handy springboard for outdoor excursions. The wider Viborg area is dotted with lakes, forests and protected heathland, criss-crossed by walking and cycling routes. From the kro, you are quickly out among low shrubs, pines and big skies, with the occasional view back towards church towers and farmsteads on the horizon. After time outside, returning to the glow of the dining room, the smell of cooking and the simple comforts of an overnight room is very much part of the appeal. Kongenshus Kro & Hotel is less about spectacle and more about the reassuring rhythm of country hospitality that has welcomed travellers along this road for generations.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Befrielsessten i Ravnstrup
10.8 km
A modest countryside liberation stone near Viborg, quietly commemorating Denmark’s freedom in 1945 amid open fields and a peaceful village setting.
Viborg View
16.9 km
Experience Dokk1, Aarhus’ state-of-the-art library and cultural center, where pioneering architecture meets urban vitality on the scenic waterfront.
Vi er Viborg
17.4 km
Experience Danish innovation at Dokk1, Aarhus’ renowned waterfront library and cultural hub, blending architecture, technology, and vibrant community life.
Oberst J.C. Lunds Plads
17.5 km
Historic public square anchoring Viborg's Cathedral Quarter and medieval city center.
Museum Salling
20.7 km
Dive into Denmark's past at Museum Salling, where Limfjord's heritage comes alive through interactive exhibits, ancient artifacts, and engaging storytelling in scenic Skive.
Befrielsessten i Gullestrup
26.8 km
A 1949 liberation stone honoring Denmark's freedom in the quiet village of Gullestrup.
Bølling Lake
27.6 km
A restored glacial lake offering scenic walks, excellent fishing, and peaceful nature immersion in central Jutland.
Mindesten for Jens Vejmand
27.8 km
A windbreak memorial to a stoneworker whose life inspired Denmark's most beloved folk song.
Ilva
29.2 km
Experience contemporary art in a repurposed 1950s vending machine at Vejle's innovative Kunsthal Vejle.
Louis Nielsen Herning
30.1 km
Experience contemporary art in a unique setting at Kunsthal Vejle, where a historic vending machine becomes a dynamic exhibition space.
Herning City Hotel
30.2 km
Experience breathtaking panoramic views and serene landscapes at Udsigtstårn in Vejle, Denmark.
Herning Turist
30.2 km
Experience panoramic views of Vejle's landscapes from the accessible Udsigtstårn observation tower.
Nordisk Film Biografer Herning
30.3 km
Experience panoramic views of Vejle River Valley from the Udsigtstårn at Østengård.
Lagkagehuset
30.3 km
Experience innovative contemporary art in Vejle's historic vending machine gallery, open 24/7 with free admission.
Herning Station
30.3 km
Experience panoramic views of Vejle River Valley from the Udsigtstårn at Østengård, a must-visit for nature lovers and photographers.
Unmissable attractions to see
Daugbjergskiltet
5.2 km
Historic papermaking brought to life in a working 19th-century mill on Viborg’s outskirts, with hands-on workshops and authentic industrial atmosphere.
Daugbjerg gamle vandmølle
5.7 km
A 17th-century water mill and miniature village preserving Denmark's rural heritage in the scenic Mølleådalen valley.
Daugbjerg Kalkgruber
6.0 km
Step into a cool underground maze where ancient miners, outlaw legends and hibernating bats share Denmark’s oldest hand‑cut limestone mine.
Mønsted Kalkgruber
7.5 km
Venture into the world’s largest limestone mines, where cool echoing tunnels, bat-filled caverns and a reborn lime works reveal Denmark’s underground heritage.
Kalk Kaminoen
10.9 km
A 30 km limestone-inspired hiking trail through heath, forests and rural Jutland, weaving geology, bats and farming history into one long day’s walk.
Jættestuen Viborg Krat
11.2 km
A modest prehistoric burial mound tucked into Viborg’s old oak scrub, where quiet forest paths meet deep-time stories in the heart of Jutland.
Dollerup Bakker
11.2 km
Ice Age-sculpted hills, purple heath and deep lake views combine at Dollerup Bakker, a remarkably rugged and atmospheric nature reserve just south of Viborg.
Inderøen
11.4 km
A tranquil, wooded peninsula reaching into Hald Sø, where gentle trails, heathland and sweeping lake vistas create an easy nature escape just south of Viborg.
Troldeslugten
11.6 km
A short, atmospheric forest ravine above Hald Sø where steep, root-tangled slopes, cool shade and nearby playgrounds and ruins turn a simple walk into a layered outing.
De Fem Halder
11.9 km
A lakeside cultural landscape where moats, ruins, ramparts and a manor house compress 800 years of Danish power and landscape history into a single scenic walk.
Den Selvejende Institution Hald
11.9 km
Medieval ruins and ice-age hills where 800 years of Danish history meets pristine natural landscape.
The Manor House of Hald
12.0 km
Discover Dollerup Bakker’s breathtaking glacial hills, lush meadows, and legends overlooking Hald Sø—Viborg’s premier nature escape and a Danish outdoor treasure.
Naturstyrelsen
12.1 km
Discover glacial hills, serene lake views, protected forests, and ancient legends at Dollerup Bakker, the famed natural preserve on Viborg’s scenic outskirts.
E Bindstouw
12.6 km
Atmospheric 18th-century village schoolhouse and Blicher haunt in Lysgård, offering an intimate glimpse into rural Jutland life, learning and storytelling.
Hald Sø
12.6 km
Deep, clear waters, Ice Age hills and centuries of castles and manors make Hald Sø a striking blend of wild Danish nature and quiet cultural landscape.
Essential places to dine
King's House Inn & Hotel
0.0 km
Traditional Danish country inn on the Viborg heath, combining homely cooking, simple hotel rooms and flexible spaces for celebrations, meetings and rural getaways.
Propelmessen Flyvestation Karup
10.4 km
Long-running base canteen at Denmark’s largest air station, serving hearty, no-nonsense meals amid the everyday rhythms of Flyvestation Karup.
Niels Bugges Kro
11.6 km
Historic countryside inn by Hald Sø, where refined seasonal cuisine, intimate rooms and forest-framed views create a slow, indulgent escape near Viborg.
Birgittelyst Kro
13.9 km
Authentic Danish inn blending traditional Nordic cuisine with European refinement and craft brewery excellence.
Konge Buffet
14.6 km
Relaxed all-you-can-eat Asian buffet in Viborg, blending Chinese dishes, Mongolian barbecue and sushi in a spacious, family-friendly setting.
Carl's Jr. Viborg
14.9 km
Flame-grilled American burgers and crispy chicken in the heart of Viborg's shopping district.
Asian Grill v/Løvbjerg
15.3 km
Quick, no-fuss Asian chinaboxes and stir-fries served from a cosy grill counter inside Løvbjerg on Koldingvej – ideal for an easy lunch or early dinner.
Sunset Boulevard
16.1 km
Danish-style fast food on Holstebrovej, serving freshly made burgers, sandwiches and signature seasoned fries in a bright, casual setting all day.
Les Jeunes — kaffebar og neo-bistro
16.7 km
A modern Viborg hangout where specialty coffee, Nordic-Japanese small plates and relaxed bistro vibes share the same intimate, light-filled corner space.
Familie Cafeen Thai Take Away
16.7 km
Unfussy, family-run Thai takeaway in a Viborg neighbourhood, serving fragrant curries and wok dishes at wallet-friendly prices for easy, flavourful evenings.
Vesterbro Pub
16.8 km
Experience the best of Danish nightlife at Vesterbro Pub - where great drinks meet vibrant atmosphere in Viborg.
Queens Corner
16.8 km
Classic Danish grill-bar comfort on Viborg’s ring road, serving hearty hot dogs, burgers and fries in a relaxed, family-friendly setting every day.
Viborg Pizzaria
16.8 km
Casual, no-nonsense pizza and Italian-style comfort food on central Vesterbrogade, perfect for quick sit-in meals or convenient takeaway in historic Viborg.
Khawand Pizzaria
16.9 km
Quarter-century pizzeria serving authentic Italian pizza and grilled specialties with genuine hospitality.
Crispy Chicken
16.9 km
Quick, casual fried chicken and pizza in central Viborg—affordable fast-food convenience.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
sexshop-midt.dk
10.2 km
Discreet rural sex shop in central Jutland offering toys, lingerie and accessories in a calm, low‑profile setting on the outskirts of Havredal.
Romantiske Gaver
13.3 km
Discover unique Danish crafts and souvenirs at Romantiske Gaver in Kjellerup.
NORMAL Viborg, Viborg Storcenter
14.8 km
Bright, budget-friendly and packed with everyday essentials, NORMAL Viborg in Viborg Storcenter offers a quick, quirky shopping stop inside a modern Danish mall.
Dansk
15.1 km
Accessible, family-focused fashion in Viborg, offering practical Danish everyday clothing, outerwear and basics for all ages under one roof on Livøvej.
COW CONCEPT I / S
15.2 km
A cozy Viborg showroom where an online design shop comes to life through tactile bags, jewelry and accessories in a calm, curated studio setting.
Red Cross Op Shop
16.3 km
Spacious Red Cross thrift store in Viborg, where second-hand fashion and homeware meet Danish volunteer spirit and every bargain supports humanitarian work.
The Old Garage
16.5 km
Characterful little vintage store in a former Viborg garage, where retro Danish furnishings, quirky curios and nostalgic finds wait behind an unassuming suburban door.
Eleganza Eterna
16.8 km
A compact Viborg fashion boutique blending Scandinavian simplicity with elegant, curated womenswear and accessories just off the city’s historic heart.
Rashed
16.9 km
A straightforward neighborhood store on Jernbanegade in central Viborg, offering everyday essentials and a quick, no-fuss stop amid the town’s lived-in streets.
Søsterne Grene
17.0 km
A calming Scandinavian treasure trove in central Viborg, filled with affordable décor, crafty inspiration and small everyday joys tucked inside Sct. Mathias Centret.
Hunkemöller
17.0 km
Contemporary lingerie, swimwear and loungewear in Viborg’s Sct. Mathias Centret, with personal fitting help and a focused, comfortable boutique atmosphere.
PIECES Viborg
17.0 km
Compact Danish fashion boutique inside Sct. Mathias Centret, offering Scandinavian basics, trend pieces, and accessories for women in the heart of Viborg.
Zizzi - Viborg
17.0 km
Curve-focused Danish fashion in the heart of Viborg, offering modern plus-size womenswear, beach styles and friendly, relaxed shopping inside Sct. Mathias Centret.
Sct. Mathias Center
17.1 km
Compact indoor mall in Viborg’s pedestrian heart, combining everyday shopping, a supermarket and cafés just steps from the cathedral and historic streets.
NEYE Viborg
17.1 km
Specialist bag and luggage store in Viborg’s Sct. Mathias Centret, offering Scandinavian-style handbags, backpacks and suitcases for everyday use, school and travel.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Roxy Malt Viborg
16.9 km
Cosy Irish-style pub in central Viborg with specialty beers, cocktails, live music and a relaxed, grown-up atmosphere for unhurried nights out.
Mødestedet Viborg ApS
17.0 km
Cosy local bar and meeting place in Viborg, blending classic Danish pub vibes with flexible space for social events, dance evenings and everyday gatherings.
Terminalen I/S v/Carl Erik Agnskov M.Fl.
17.1 km
Unpretentious central Viborg bar with friendly staff, late weekend hours, affordable drinks and occasional karaoke nights in a laid-back pub setting.
CRAVE Bar
17.1 km
Cosy Viborg bodega and karaoke bar where cold beers, pool games and sing-along nights blend into an easygoing, late-night local hangout.
Tema Bar
17.2 km
A loud, late‑night party bar in central Viborg with colorful lights, mainstream beats and no‑frills drinks, perfect for weekend dancing and a casual night out.
Rabalder Bar Viborg
17.2 km
Casual, colorful bar energy in the heart of Viborg’s old town, blending easygoing Danish hygge with lively late-night drinks and sociable weekend parties.
Ølluminati Brewbar
17.2 km
Microbrewery bar in Viborg’s old town, serving ever-changing small-batch craft beers and ciders in a cozy, quirky setting with a relaxed, music-filled atmosphere.
Mathias Kælderen
17.2 km
Cosy cellar bar in central Viborg offering hygge-filled evenings, rustic charm and relaxed drinks just steps below the historic streets of Sankt Mathias Gade.
Zwei Grosse Bier Bar
17.2 km
High-energy après-ski style beer bar in central Viborg, pouring big drafts, loud music and late-night party vibes with free entry and group-friendly seating.
Sportspub Målet
17.3 km
Classic Danish sports bodega in central Viborg, where cold beer, big matches, karaoke and late-night hygge keep the lights on long after the final whistle.
Rockabilly Bar
17.3 km
Craft beer meets 1950s rock and roll in Viborg's most distinctive beer bar.
Holms Vinotek
17.3 km
Curated wines and artisanal tapas in a historic pharmacy turned sophisticated gathering place.
Café Børsen
17.4 km
A long‑standing Viborg café‑bar where Danish hygge, history and late‑night drinks meet in one cozy, central hangout on Gravene.
Bodega Hegnet
17.4 km
Viborg's cozy neighborhood bar where affordable drinks, free pool, and live music create genuine local warmth.
Seaside v/Thomas rohde
22.0 km
Unpretentious neighborhood bar in Sunds offering cold beers, simple drinks and a relaxed slice of everyday Danish nightlife in Central Jutland.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Relaxing
- Scenic
- Casual
- Unique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Rustic Designs
- Vintage Styles
For the architecture buff
- Historic
- Landmarks
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Low Impact
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Roadtrip Stop
- Day Trip
- Weekend Getaway
- Photowalk
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Business Friendly