Rold Skov 5 km Running Trail

Rold Skov 5 km Running Trail

The Rold Skov 5 km Running Trail is a varied and pleasant trail starting at Skørping Hallen. From here, you quickly reach the forest and enjoy a run on forest roads, paths and soft natural surfaces along the way.

The trail is part of the Rold Skov running trails, where you will also find the 10 km trail and the 2.1 km Health Trail. It was created in collaboration with Skørping Idrætscenter, FREM Skørping and Rebild Municipality.

A pleasant trail through the forest

The 5 km trail is ideal when you want to run in green surroundings close to Skørping. The trail takes you through the forest and offers a good mix of calm sections, small changes in direction and a natural forest atmosphere.

Along the way, you run on both forest roads and forest floor. This gives the trail a more varied feel than a regular road run, while still making it approachable for most runners.

Trail overview

Distance: 5 km
Trail type: Circular trail
Start: Skørping Hallen
Area: Rold Skov near Skørping
Surface: Forest roads, forest tracks and paths

What to expect

On the 5 km trail, you get:

• A varied running trail starting at Skørping Hallen

• A run through forest areas close to Skørping

• Surfaces including forest roads and forest floor

• A marked trail with signs and kilometre markers

• The option to combine the run with other activities at Rold Skov Trail Centre

The 5 km trail works well as a fresh morning run, a relaxed recovery run or an enjoyable training run with nature underfoot. It is also a good place to start if you would like to try running in Rold Skov.

Part of Rold Skov Trail Centre

Rold Skov Trail Centre brings together several opportunities for active outdoor experiences. In addition to the 5 km trail, you will find the 10 km trail, the half marathon route, MTB trails, orienteering courses, ski trails, a swimming course and a nature fitness course in the area.

Plan your run

Check the map of the 5 km trail before you set off, so you know the starting point and the route through the forest. Choose footwear and clothing according to the weather, and please be considerate of other visitors in the area.

Please note that you are not allowed to walk or run in any prepared ski tracks. On the parts of the trail that go across the forest floor, cycling and horse riding are not permitted.