Flensburg - Viborg
CHALLENGE YOUR INNER VIKING THE 300 KM ROUTE
Are you up for a fascinating mix of physical challenges, historical sights and breathtaking scenery at every turn of the pedals? The 300 kilometer route from Flensburg to Viborg is our most challenging and most iconic.
Crossing the 300-kilometre mark in one ride will challenge your inner Viking and even the most experienced cyclists, but the sense of accomplishment once you finish it is worth every pedal stroke.
The route starts in Germany, soon crossing the border into Denmark and then passing through the beautiful landscape with rolling cornfields, beech forests, hills, lakes and idyllic villages.
Your inner Viking will be nurtured along the way. Not least when you ride through Jelling, a stronghold of famous Viking kings in the tenth century. As you pass within touching distance of King Harald Bluetooth’s famous rune stone, you can almost imagine Viking horns growing out of your helmet.
While the hardships of this demanding gran fondo will definitely put you to the test, the route also offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the ride. As many as seven places along the way, you roll through one of our feed stations, famous not only for their great food but also for their even better atmosphere.
Time limit: The finish line must be crossed before 08:00 PM.
Start address: Schiffbrücke 17, 24939 Flensburg, Germany
Bib number collection: SdU, Norderstraße 76, 24939 Flensburg, Germany
Route profile and highlights
Route highlights
Flensburg Fjord provides a unique starting location right next to the dock. While last night's guests strolling home from town, your adventure is just beginning - 300 km along the ancient road, Hærvejen.
The climb is a classic, even among the professionals in the Danish cycling, so it is nice to have on your resume, while the legs are still fresh. This is the first KOM section counting in the KOM jersey classification.
With an average gradient of 8,2 % over 550 meter the Mur de Refsgårde feels almost like riding into a wall. This is where the hilly terrain of Vejle Ådal really challenges you, but luckily it isn't far until the next feed station in Ødsted.
You will ride straight through one of the most important and most remakable spots in Danish history. The "Kongernes Jelling" is known as the home of the Viking Kings with the famous Jelling Monuments. It's also part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
You can really feel your legs at this point, but right before the 6th feed station, another challenging climb await. Col du Funder rises at a more steady average gradient of 4 %.
You are so close to the finish, but the route has one final sting in its tail. Alpe d'Dollerup is a serious challenge at this point, but once you reach the top, you can almost see the finish.
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Congratulations - you made it! Soak up the atmosphere as your ride the red carpet through the old city center ultimately finishing in the race village for a big celebration.