Central Denmark, Denmark: Towns to Explore on Foot

Central Denmark, also known as Mid Jutland, stretches from the North Sea to the Kattegat and includes islands such as Samsø, Anholt and Fur. Its varied landscape of coastal dunes, heath, forests, lakes and fertile farmland offers a mix of nature and vibrant cities like Aarhus, Randers and Horsens. Neywo provides a free audio guide for the region, covering 4 cities, 260 narrated places and 5 walking tours.

What to see in Central Denmark

North Sea and Kattegat coasts

The western edge of the region meets the North Sea, marked by sandy dunes and open beaches, while the eastern shore faces the calmer waters of the Kattegat.

Limfjord and islands

To the northwest the Limfjord cuts into the landscape, and the region also administers the islands of Samsø, Anholt and Fur, each offering distinct coastal scenery.

Landscape contrast

In the west you find coastal dunes and inland heath; moving eastward the terrain rises slightly, giving way to forests, lakes, streams and fertile soils. The eastern part is more hilly and densely settled, creating a striking contrast between open heathland and wooded, agricultural areas.

Administrative background

Central Denmark was created in 2007 as part of Denmark’s municipal reform, replacing the old counties with 19 municipalities and shifting more authority to local and national government.

Aarhus

With around 280,000 inhabitants, Aarhus is Jutland’s largest city and Denmark’s second‑largest. It serves as the hub of Eastern Jutland and is home to attractions such as the Old Town, ARoS Aarhus Kunstmuseum, Moesgaard Museum and Aarhus Cathedral.
Aarhus

Other urban centres

Beyond Aarhus, the region includes substantial towns such as Randers, Silkeborg and Horsens, while Herning, Viborg and Holstebro add further urban hubs spread across the territory.
Horsens
Brædstrup

Aarhus Airport

The region’s main airport lies near Aarhus and offers direct flights to Copenhagen and a selection of European destinations.

Neywo‑covered cities

Neywo’s audio guide features four towns in Central Denmark, each with a set of narrated highlights:

• Aarhus – 127 narrated places, top sites include the Old Town, ARoS Aarhus Kunstmuseum, Moesgaard Museum and Aarhus Cathedral.
• Brædstrup – 44 narrated places, top sites include Horsens Statsfængsel, Horsens Art Museum, the Danish Industrial Museum and Horsens museum.
• Horsens – 40 narrated places, top sites include the Danish Industrial Museum, Horsens Statsfængsel, Horsens Art Museum and Horsens museum.
• Juelsminde – 49 narrated places, top sites include Uldum Mølle, Danmarks Ferguson Museum, Glud Museum and Hjortsvang Museum.
  Juelsminde
  Denmark

Explore with Neywo

Neywo’s free audio guide for Central Denmark includes 5 walking tours that cover 260 narrated places across Aarhus, Brædstrup, Horsens and Juelsminde. Narrations are available in 11 languages and play automatically as you reach each site, letting you explore at your own pace with no group and no schedule. Simply download the app, select a tour, and let the stories of the region unfold around you.