Public swimming is possible on the southeast side of Skærbæk Sø; the northwest side is reserved for users of the Højskolen. There are also cycling routes with stated distances and a short nature trail connecting Skærbæk to a public network of paths at the mouth of the Fjederholt Å and the Rind Å. Swimming plans, cycling trips and paths in the wider region offer different ways to spend your stay.

Swimming at Skærbæk Sø

Skærbæk Sø is designated as a bathing area near Skærbæk. Public swimming is possible on its southeast side; there is also a public bathing jetty at the lake. The northwest side, closest to the Højskolen, is reserved for the school's users. Check the current access rules before visiting.

The bathing water quality at Skærbæk Sø was rated excellent on 15 August 2026. Before swimming, check the current municipal bathing water advisories.

Cycling and walking

The 20 km cycling route “Rind Kirke – Skærbæk Sø – Holtbjerg Sø – Sdr. Anlæg” runs through the area around Lind and Skærbæk and passes the Familiehøjskolen in Skærbæk. Check the route details before setting off. Another option is the family cycling route “Knudmosen – Rind Kirke – Skærbæk”, offered in 7, 13 and 23 km variants. This lets you compare a route with a set distance with one that has several length options.

A short nature trail connects the town of Skærbæk to the public network of paths at the mouth of the Fjederholt Å and the Rind Å. A Dansk Vandrelaug hike goes through Rind Plantage and along Skærbæk Sø; check whether the hike is taking place on your preferred date before making plans.

River landscape and fishing

In the wider region around Skærbæk, an extensive public network of paths lies at the mouth of the Fjederholt Å and the Rind Å. The Fjederholt Å lies south of Herning and is just over 24 km long. As well as the network of paths at the river mouth, the region also offers a specific point of interest for anglers: the Skærbæk fishing stretch lies on the lower section of the Fjederholt Å, just before it flows into the Rind Å.

The Skærbæk stretch is one of four fishing areas managed by the Herning Sport Fishing Association. In the wider region, the Fjederholt Å is considered a clean fishing river with abundant aquatic life. Before fishing, check the current rules and the relevant season.

Find a holiday apartment in Skærbæk

If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Skærbæk, base your choice on what matters most to you: swimming, one of the designated cycling routes, paths in the wider area or fishing.

More destinations

Discover more destinations: Troldhede, Ørnhøj, Herning, Ikast, Sørvad, Vildbjerg, Sunds, Kølkær.

For the overview of the wider area: Herning Municipality.