Discover Børkop – a town centre with charming local life, the fjord close by and a troll. Here, you can explore the area around the old watermill, visit a zoo or enjoy one of the lovely beaches.
Explore the nature around the small town of Børkop and the neighbouring town of Brejning on the southern side of Vejle Fjord, or visit one of the historic buildings. Discover a troll, take a trip to the zoo or try one of the luxurious spa experiences. Børkop is waiting for you.
Experiences for all ages
Børkop offers several major experiences, including a zoo, open-air art, a swimming pool, spa experiences and a troll waiting to be found. See some of the biggest experiences here.
Børkop Swimming Centre (Børkop Svømmehal) is located in the heart of Børkop and offers experiences for children and adults alike, including a children’s pool, heated pool, sauna and dive boards.
In Skærup Zoo, you can experience more than 100 different animal species. You’ll get up close to playful monkeys, dangerous jaguars, and adorable baby animals. On the playground, children can have fun or pet the sweet goats in the petting area.
Welcome to the Vejle Golf Club – Denmark’s most beautiful golf course, which was re-landscaped in 2012 in association with golf course architect Philip Spogárd and now appears as one of the country's most beautiful and exciting 27-hole golf courses.
Visit the artwork 'Your Perception' in the park behind Comwell Kellers Park. Experience the work in interaction with nature and with the old Kellerske Anstalter in the background.
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Historical experiences
If you are interested in history, explore the historic buildings in and around Børkop Watermill and Kellers Minde.
Surrounded by the scenic nature of East Jutland you find Børkop Watermill (Børkop Mølle), a fully-functioning watermill complete with waterwheel and millstones that sits next to ”Farbror Svends…
Discover the history of De Kellerske Anstalter – one of Northern Europe’s largest former institutional sites for people with intellectual disabilities, beautifully located by Vejle Fjord and surrounded by forest and nature.
Kellers Minde Museum (Keller’s Memorial Museum) aims to offer insight into the history of the Keller Institutions. The museum houses various objects and traces the history of the treatment of the mental disabled from 1899 to 2012.
Smidstrup & Omegns Local Archive and Museum is located in the former stable wing of Smidstrup Rectory. The museum’s exhibitions consist of small dioramas that provide insight into rural life and working conditions 100–150 years ago.
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Taste experiences, luxury and accommodation
Enjoy a good dinner at one of the restaurants, treat yourself to a spa visit or find a place to stay during your trip to Børkop. Perhaps you can enjoy views of the forest or fjord.
Comwell Kellers Park is a beautiful and atmospheric hotel set in historic surroundings with views of the natural landscape by Vejle Fjord. The classic white mansion buildings from the 20th century have been carefully renovated with respect for the original style and radiate character and history.
Comwell Kellers Park Vejle is a hotel of charm in beautiful, historic surroundings overlooking Vejle Inlet. The hotel offers some of Denmark’s most luxurious spa facilities, including an AquaSpa and spa treatments.
In Jackpot Restaurant at Casino Munkebjerg, you can enjoy delicious gourmet food or simply watch the activities in the casino. Enjoy an exciting evening with gourmet dining, a versatile selection of wines and intense excitement at the casino tables.
Enjoy an exclusive and comfortable stay at Munkebjerg Hotel, one of Denmark’s most unique hotels. Here you’ll find a hotel, spa, casino, gastronomy and much more in the beautiful surroundings of…
Enjoy a luxury stay at Munkebjerg Hotel, where there are plenty of opportunities to stimulate both body and mind. Relax mentally in the spa or stay physically active.
Mørkholt Strand Camping is situated in the very scenic area of Mørkholt Beach on the south side of Vejle Inlet. Here, you will find activities for the whole family.
Restaurant Børkop Vandmølle serves delicious food for lunch, brunch and dinner in beautiful historical settings. The scenic East Jutland nature surrounding the restaurant makes the whole experience unforgettable.
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Nature experiences by fjord and forest
Enjoy the beautiful Kærlighedssti trail by Børkop Watermill, go cycling through forests and hilly landscapes or take a walk along the fjord. See the nature experiences here.
Brejning Strand is beautifully situated on the south side of Vejle Fjord, close to a marina and a hotel. The beach is rocky but child-friendly, with nearby parking, a restaurant, a playground, a bonfire area, and tables and benches.
Around Børkop is a local cycle route - one of Vejle's super routes - that offers beautiful and hilly terrain by the southern shores of Vejle Inlet. Here, you ride along the inlet and through forests and open countryside. A 45 kilometer route with 500 metres of total ascent.
Friluftsfreak recommends: Kærlighedsstien in Børkop
Close to Vejle lies the charming town of Børkop, home to the beautiful hiking trail, Kærlighedsstien. This circular route starts and ends at Børkop Watermill and takes you through open landscapes, urban environments, and forests.
The sandy point Holtser Hage is a scenic spot near Andkær Vig, where you can peacefully enjoy the sun or play in the sand. The scattered pine and heather vegetation provides shelter.
Hvidbjerg Strand, with its large white sand dune, is beautifully situated between Vejle and Fredericia. Enjoy the beautiful view of the Vejle Fjord at this child-friendly beach.
Høll Beach, also called Fladstranden, is a wide and stone-free beach on the south side of Vejle Fjord. The beach is both accessible for people with disabilities and child-friendly.
Mørkholt Beach is a versatile beach with both a fine sandy area and a rocky beach area with shelter from the sun. The beach also has a bridge that goes into the water and toilets.
Experience Rands Fjord and Trelde Næs, a local 46 km long and beautiful bike tour southeast of Vejle, you will also reach the coast at Mørkholt, Høll and Hvidbjerg.
The local cycle route south of Vejle Inlet (Syd om Vejle Fjord) lets you enjoy scenic views of the sea from the coastal road. It is a 43 km long cycle route that takes you through beautiful forests such as Munkebjerg Skov, to the beach of Mørkholt and through the city of Vejle.
The Watermill Route is a local cycle route that leads you southeast of Vejle. Take a break and visit the beautiful and historic watermills of Gammelby Mølle, Follerup Mølle, Børkop Mølle and Brøndsted Mølle.
The East Coast Route – National Bicycle Route No. 5: Juelsminde - Fredericia
On the cycle route the East Coast Route, national route 5, from Juelsminde to Fredericia along major parts of Vejle Fjord's coastline, you are invited to experience Vejle's lovely beaches, castles, manor houses, nature and city life with museums and much more.
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Find events in Børkop and Brejning
See the calendar with upcoming events, activities and experiences in Børkop and the surrounding area.
History of Børkop
Børkop first flourished when the East Jutland railway trunk line was established in 1860. The village soon grew to prominence and in 1970 Børkop became the administrative seat of the then Børkop Council.
Børkop is the second largest town in Vejle Municipality with about 6,000 inhabitants. The town benefits from its location near Vejle and important traffic routes and is experiencing strong population growth in recent years.
All the practical information for your trip
Here you’ll find everything from transport, FAQs and accommodation to events and food experiences. You can also find Bike Friends near you in the Børkop area.
