Videbæk Municipality: Discover Art and Trails

In Videbæk, art, walking trails and family-friendly discoveries come together. Anyone planning a trip to Videbæk Municipality can tailor their stay to different interests: art can be experienced by the lake and in the urban space, several routes offer different distances, and there are also specific options for an outing with a dog or children.

Art by the Lake and in the Urban Space

A special attraction is the Arne Haugen Sørensen Museum. Its collection includes paintings, watercolours, prints, sculptures, ceramics and models for altarpieces. The museum is an extension from 2017 to the Vestjyllands Kunstpavillon from 2012. It is located by the lake at the western end of Videbæk Lystanlæg; the Vestjyllands Kunstpavillon is right next door and displays contemporary art by Danish and international artists.

The museum is open to visitors from Tuesday to Sunday, from 13:00 to 17:00. This makes it possible to incorporate an art visit into your daily plans. The Kunstruten also awaits in the town, offering a walk through Videbæk to see its numerous works of art. At least 32 works of art can be experienced around the town. These include “V”, a red iron sculpture in a roundabout, created by the artist Per Arnoldi and known as a landmark of Videbæk.

Routes with Different Themes

The Naturstien in Videbæk is 8.6 kilometres long. It runs along a footbridge beside the stream Videbæk Bæk and through the Aboretet. If you would like to plan a shorter route, the Hundelufter route offers a 3.3-kilometre alternative. This route includes a fenced-in dog forest where dogs can run free. It also passes through Videbæk’s disc golf area.

Herborg Bakker, a protected heathland, offers another landscape experience. The Herborg Bakker route is 4.1 kilometres long. The Den gamle bane route follows a paved old track and then continues along a gravel path through Herborg Bakker. The different distances and surfaces allow you to choose each outing according to your preferred daily rhythm, without having to combine several experiences into one shared route.

Ideas for Families and Relaxed Days

The “Just for Children” route leads to the playgrounds in Videbæk. The playgrounds at schools and kindergartens are freely accessible. For families, this route can therefore be an activity in its own right, while art and longer walks can take centre stage on other days. Fishing is also permitted at Videbæk Lystanlæg without a fishing licence. This allows you to vary your travel plans between exercise, small discoveries and peaceful breaks.

When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home, it is worth deciding on your desired experiences first. If art is the main focus, the museum, art pavilion and Kunstruten are obvious elements to include in your daily plans. Those who prefer longer walks can consider the 8.6-kilometre Naturstien or the route through Herborg Bakker. For travellers with a dog, the Hundelufter route is a clear option of its own because of its fenced-in dog forest. The right accommodation should then suit your planned schedule and the interests of your travel group.

If you would like to expand your search to other destinations, you can find Klegod, Muldbjerg, Søndervig, Tim, Lem, Hemmet, Årgab and Bork Havn here.

For the overarching travel overview: Ringkøbing-Skjern Municipality.