Mads Hansen

Tour de France 2022 in Vejle

Thomas Sjørup

Save the date and look forward to 3 July 2022 when you can experience Tour de France in Vejle, which is the start city for the 3rd Stage of the race. Expect a grand street festival with big screens, activities and much more in the four fan zones in Mariaparken in Vejle, in Jelling, by Koldingvej and in Ødsted.

On this page, you can find information about VisitVejle’s Tour de France avatar, about experience along the 3rd Stage route around Vejle, and on how to explore Vejle’s super routes on bicycle.

VisitVejle

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Test Vejle's superroutes before Tour de France

Vejle offers some of Denmark’s most beautiful natural scenery and amazing cycling terrain, which also includes Denmark’s toughest hill climbs. The area also has a completely unique history, including the Viking rune stones of Jelling. With Vejle’s proud traditions as host of the spectacular queen’s stage of the PostNord Danmark Rundt race, we can expect an exciting start of the tour and a unique experience for everyone.

You are invited to test ride the Tour de France roads around Vejle. Download 16 Super Routes to your bike computer and get wheeling across Denmark’s best cycling terrain.

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Explore Vejle’s cycling hill climbs

Experiences along the 3rd Stage in Vejle

The 3rd Stage route will wind its way from Vejle to Sønderborg for approx. 183 km. The route passes Vejle’s magnificent waterfront and the Jelling Monuments, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Find further information at tour.vejle.dk.

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The Jelling Monuments (UNESCO)

In the tenth century, King Harald Bluetooth had Denmark’s name engraved on a rune stone in Jelling and erected two barrows and a church. The Jelling Monuments have enjoyed UNESCO World Heritage patron...

Fjordenhus

Fjordenhus is Vejle’s iconic building by the city’s waterfront. World-renowned Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson has created the building, which is located in the harbour basin itself. Designate...

Bryggen

The Bryggen shopping centre in the heart of Vejle features many exciting store concepts. Explore an attractive selection of boutiques and cafés on two floor as well as a supermarket, which entice you ...

Mariaparken – multi-purpose sports ground and ice rink

Mariaparken is a very central park west of the pedestrian street in Vejle. Here, you can relax in hammocks, enjoy barbecue picnics on the grass, or challenge family members and friends to ballgames on...

Vejle Music Theatre

Vejle Music Theatre is centrally located in Vejle with Hotel Scandic Jacob Gade as its nearest neighbour. Colourful columns decorated by artist Knud Nielsen adorn the entrance to this exciting cultura...

Vejle Town Hall

Vejle Town Hall (Vejle Rådhus) was built in 1878–79. The current building is the town's fourth town hall and is situated on the original location of a medieval convent. Today, the town hall houses the...

Fårup Lake Kiosk and Boat Rental

Fårup Lake Kiosk and Boat Rental (Fårup Sø Kiosk og Bådudlejning) offers rowing boat and pedalo hire. Experience one of the deepest lakes in the area with numerous fresh water springs. Along your boat...

Stays during the Tour de France

Need a place to stay and dine during the Tour de France in Vejle? With our Gastro Guide, you can choose the perfect dining spots and accommodations for the weekend leading up to Sunday’s fan-zone street festivals. We recommend booking a table and accommodation well in advance.

Cees van Roeden

Accommodations in Vejle

Find accommodation in Vejle during Tour de France 2022. Stay at one of the many campsites, charming local B&Bs, or at a hostel. See the wide selection of options here.

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Vejle’s dining guide

Discover Vejle’s culinary flavours with the Gastro Guide. Explore the full list of options and create your own foodie trip. There is something for every taste in Vejle!