The first 10 kilometres are the most winding part of the Gudenå, which requires a lot of energy to navigate through. You sail through a large flat wetland with reed forests and many tributary streams. Åstedbro Grillen is also located at Åstedbro Teltplads, which is a great place to visit for an easy lunch. When you arrive at Gudenå Camping, set up camp for the night and spend the rest of the day enjoying the site's many facilities and activities. There is a popular cafeteria on site where you can enjoy a good evening meal.
On the second day, you sail on and after Brestenbro the water becomes deeper and the river a little wider. Shortly after sailing under Bredvad Bridge, you'll come to Bredvad Lake, which you sail through and then keep right, where you'll find Vestbirk Camping, which is a great place to spend some time enjoying the many activities before you sail on. You'll then find yourself on one of the most beautiful stretches of the Gudenå, navigating the exciting course of the Vestbirk Lakes. You'll sail through jungle-like vegetation, narrow passages and wide rapids. When you reach Voervadsbro Teltplads, you'll set up camp for the night and enjoy a delicious meal at the restaurant Det Lille Røgeri. The restaurant also has a small shop and you can order picnic baskets from home and pick them up before you sail on.
On the third day you continue the journey and just before arriving at Klostermølle, you will sail on the Klosterkanal, which is surrounded by dense alder forest with a rich bird life. Take a break at Klostermølle where you can explore the old paper mill. From here you'll also find the path to Sukkertoppen, which is 108 metres high. From the top there is a magnificent view towards Mossø, and Salten Langsø can be seen behind the forest to the north. From here you continue towards Holmens Camping, which will be on your right, where you can look forward to a lovely overnight stay at a great campsite with good facilities.
On the fourth day, you'll continue your journey towards Ry, where you can easily stock up on provisions before sailing out on the Silkeborg Lakes. Here you will pass Himmelbjerget, Slåensø and Paradisøerne. Once you've sailed through Julsø, you'll encounter three eateries: Traktørstedet Ludvigslyst, Ålekroen and Skyttehusets Café, which is a great place to stop for lunch. Your last accommodation, De Små Fisk Teltplads, is located after Sejs snævringen, after which you turn right. It's a lovely park-like campsite, perfect for enjoying nature and a quiet evening.
On the fifth day, you'll enter the secret Klüvers Canal and sail around inside Avnsø/"Brillerne", which is still a completely unspoilt natural gem where only canoes and kayaks are allowed. Take your time and enjoy the enchanting surroundings before sailing back along Remstrup Å, where you will eventually end up in Silkeborg Harbour, where we are ready to welcome you.
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