In Støvring, walking trails by lakes and streams meet glimpses into the town’s history. Two distinct themes are worth considering when planning: the trails and nature areas around the Mastrup Lakes and Juelstrup Sø, and the museum and church. This lets you decide whether you would rather spend your time on short or longer walks, observing nature, or exploring local history.
Walking Trails by the Mastrup Lakes
Hjertesti 1 – Støvring is a 3.15-kilometre loop around the Mastrup Lakes and Støvring Multihus. It is suitable for a short everyday walk near town. Important to know when planning: the trail is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for strollers. The Mastrup Lakes comprise four lakes; trails and views of the water characterise this recreational nature area near town.
A longer, hillier alternative is Hjertesti 2 – Støvring. This 5.6-kilometre nature trail runs alongside Mastrup Bæk. You can choose between the two routes based on their specific differences: the first Hjertesti is shorter and forms a loop, while the second is longer and hillier. When planning a route, consider both its length and these differences in terrain.
Nature at Juelstrup Sø
Juelstrup Sø is a nature area near Støvring. Visitor facilities there include a marked gravel path, benches and views of the lake. The lake has a rich and varied birdlife. If you are interested in plants as well as walking, Cirkelskoven, next to Naturbasen, is home to 25 different species of trees and shrubs.
Naturbasen at Juelstrup Sø has a picnic shelter, a toilet, tables and benches, and fire pits with grill grates. There is a basic overnight campsite next to Naturbasen. Wittrup Sporet connects the village of Sørup with Juelstrup Sø and is part of Spor i Landskabet. These features offer different ways to spend your time: take a walk, spend time by the lake or stop at Naturbasen.
Støvring Hundeskov and Himmelhunden each offer something different. The fenced Støvring Hundeskov dog park covers approximately ten hectares and has a network of paths about five kilometres long. Himmelhunden is a dog-shaped planting design based on the dog motif in the Danish Nature Agency’s dog pictogram.
Local History at the Museum and Church
Støvring Museum is located in the old folk high school building on Hobrovej in Støvring. It displays historical objects from the local area. Støvring Museumsforening presents around 150 years of Støvring’s history, from farming village to industrial town. The museum thus complements the nature destinations with a look at how the town has changed.
Støvring Kirke also offers a connection to the past: parts of its furnishings come from the medieval parish church, while the large furnishings date from the 20th century. Støvring Museum is listed as open to visitors on Saturdays from 10 am to 12 pm, as well as by appointment with a board member. Check these details before your visit.
Plan a Stay That Suits You
If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Støvring, you can choose where to stay based on your plans: a short loop by the Mastrup Lakes, the longer and hillier trail alongside Mastrup Bæk, nature at Juelstrup Sø, or time at the museum and church. The trails mentioned can be compared by length and terrain; checking visiting hours in advance is a sensible step when planning a museum visit.
Discover more destinations: Skørping, Nørager Municipality, Bælum, Gammel Skørping, Aars.
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