Borris: Heathland, River Landscapes and Special Nature Experiences

Borris combines wide heathland areas with river landscapes, wetlands, and special regional experiences. Those planning a trip to Denmark will find various options for active days here: On the water, you can travel by canoe, cycle through the landscape, or follow a path at Torsvig Åslynge to a viewpoint and the Skjern Å. At the same time, the area around Borris offers distinctive natural areas where the landscape reveals its full breadth.

Heathland, Rivers and Open Landscapes

Borris Hede is particularly impressive. The heath covers 4,720 hectares and is Denmark’s largest continuous heathland area. The Borris training and shooting area includes a core area of heathland surrounded by a ring road. The Omme Å runs through the southern part of this area. This combination of open heathland and river gives the area a distinctive character and makes it interesting for travellers who want to experience nature not just from a single viewpoint, but as a large-scale landscape.

Another focal point is Skjern Meadows. This 2,200-hectare natural area consists mostly of meadows, wetlands, and lakes. It lies between Skjern and Tarm along the route from Borris to Ringkøbing Fjord. This creates a clear contrast for your day planning with the drier heathland: here, water, meadows, and wetlands shape the landscape.

Active Days on the Skjern Å

Near Borris, Torsvig Åslynge has a rest area on a municipal road. From there, a path leads to a viewpoint and the Skjern Å. You can include the rest area and the path to a viewpoint and the Skjern Å in your day planning.

On the main course of the Skjern Å, you may travel downstream from Borris to Ringkøbing Fjord in motorless boats, canoes, and kayaks. This gives Borris access to a longer stretch of water where the river itself becomes the focus of the excursion. The fishing waters in the Skjern Å Valley extend from Borris Krog in the east to the cable ferries and Pump Station Nord in the west. Those interested in fishing can take this geographical extent into account when planning.

There is also a specific option for a cycling tour: The “Skjern Meadows and River” cycle route is approximately 49 kilometres long. The route thematically connects the river landscape with the natural area, making it suitable for travellers who want to explore Borris and its surroundings on two wheels.

The Right Base for Your Trip

A holiday apartment or holiday house in Borris can serve as a starting point for various day plans: You can focus on heathland and open landscapes, prepare for a trip on the Skjern Å, or include the wetlands of Skjern Meadows. When choosing your accommodation, it is therefore worth first deciding which experiences you want to prioritise. If you want to arrive without your own car, it is also relevant that Borris is connected to public transport by train and bus.

In the immediate vicinity of Borris, Borris Krog has a simple overnight site with shelters, a fire pit, and a composting toilet. This site should be distinguished from a holiday apartment or holiday house, but it shows how differently a stay in the area can be arranged.

Regional Events and Special Dates

The annual horse and market event Dalager Marked is part of the Borris area. Traktor Pulling also takes place at Easter at the arena of Borris Agricultural School. These events complement the nature experiences with regional traditions and special public moments. If you plan your trip around one of these events, you should include the relevant date in your personal travel planning without losing sight of the other landscape experiences.

In addition, you can view the information about Tim, Kloster, Stavning, Hemmet, Tarm, Klegod, Skjern and Skaven.

For the broader travel overview: Ringkøbing-Skjern Municipality.