Vamdrup can be explored through two specific highlights: its history as a border railway town and the routes along the Kongeå. A heritage area has been designated in the town centre, while walking and cycling routes offer different perspectives on the town and its surroundings. When planning your trip, you can focus on the border history or make individual routes and facilities the centre of your visit.
Border History and Architecture
The central area of Vamdrup has been designated a heritage area worthy of preservation. This status has its roots in the town’s history as a border railway town. The Kongeåstien also passes through a historic border region, whose history dates back to the 13th century. You can encounter the border history both in the town’s past and along the route.
The Kongeå Museum is located in the former residence of the stationmaster. Its permanent exhibition covers the national border and the former customs borders between Jutland and Schleswig. The south portal of Vamdrup Church offers an architectural detail: it has a magnificent four-column portal with decorated column capitals. The museum and church offer different points of interest—border and customs history in one, and the design of a church portal in the other.
Walk to the Source of the Kongeå
Stages 9 and 10 of the Kongeåstien pass through Vamdrup, from Benbækken to the source of the Kongeå east of the town. The source lies in the scrubland near Gåskær, southeast of Vamdrup. It rises at the edge of a field, 400 m north of the Farrislund farm.
From Farris Bridge, where there is a car park, the route to the source follows Farris Bæk. Parking for the walk to the source is available on Farrisvej between house numbers 37 and 39, 6580 Vamdrup. The green corridors along the Kongeå and Vamdrup Å extend into the town centre. Routes connect schools, sports facilities and residential areas with the town centre.
Cycle Route, Rail and Local Routes
The cultural and historical cycle route R64 Kongeådalen runs from Kolding to Vamdrup and continues to the Jels Lakes. In Vamdrup, the route crosses the Kongeå.
InterCity and InterCityLyn trains run from Vamdrup Station. Check the current timetable for specific departures.
Picnics, Swimming and Other Activities
Vamdrup Åsted is located right by the paved path between Enghaven and Kongeåparken. Tables and benches are available there for picnics. Visitors can also try using an Archimedes screw to draw water up from the Kongeå. Another place to take a break is Legepladsen i Margretelund in Vamdrup, which has a picnic shelter.
Kongeå Badet offers opportunities for water play and swimming practice. The swimming pool is 25 m long and has six lanes; there is also a 1.30 m-deep warm-water pool. Check operating information before your visit. Dogs can run freely under their owners’ supervision in Vamdrup Hundeskov, a 3,000 m² fenced woodland area. Check local rules before travelling.
Vores Hus in Vamdrup is accessible every day of the week if you scan a physical or digital health card at the entrance. You do not need to register as a library user. Check the access conditions again before your visit.
Discover more destinations: Vojens, Viuf, Hejlsminde, Sjølund, Binderup, Kolding, Egtved, Bjert.
Go to the main travel overview: Kolding Municipality.
