Discover Vamdrup: Kongeå, Culture and Nature

Vamdrup combines border history with trails along the Kongeå, a cultural and historical cycle route, and special natural attractions in the surrounding area. Those looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Vamdrup can regard the town as a starting point for a wide variety of holiday days: historical insights, exercise in the fresh air, water activities and peaceful picnic breaks can be combined according to your interests.

Experience the border region and town history

A defining theme is the historic border region through which the Kongeå Trail runs. Its history dates back to the 13th century. The central area of Vamdrup has also been designated a conservation-worthy cultural heritage area and is rooted in the town’s history as a border railway town. Vamdrup therefore offers not only scenery, but also a specific historical setting for planning your trip.

The Kongeå Museum is located in the former residence of the stationmaster. The permanent exhibition covers the national border as well as the former customs borders between Jutland and Schleswig. Those interested in border lines, regional history and the development of the town can take this cultural focus into account when choosing how to spend their holiday. Vamdrup Church also has a south portal with an impressive four-column entrance structure and decorated column capitals.

Explore on foot or by bicycle

Stages 9 and 10 of the Kongeå Trail run through Vamdrup from Benbækken to the source of the Kongeå east of the town. The route therefore passes through an area where the landscape and the history of the river come together.

Vamdrup can also be included in a cultural and historical cycling tour. Route R64 Kongeådalen runs from Kolding to Vamdrup and onwards to the Jels Lakes. In Vamdrup, the R64 crosses the Kongeå. This offers another way to discover the region: instead of heading for just one destination, you can plan a cycling tour as a connecting holiday experience.

River landscape, picnics and water

Green corridors along the Kongeå and Vamdrup Å extend into the town centre. Paths connect schools, sports facilities and residential areas with the town centre. Tables and benches are available for picnics at Vamdrup Åsted on the Kongeå. The Åsted is located directly on the paved path between Enghaven and Kongeåparken; visitors can also try using an Archimedes’ screw to draw water up from the Kongeå.

There are parking facilities on Farrisvej between house numbers 37 and 39 in 6580 Vamdrup for the route to the source of the Kongeå. In the immediate vicinity of the destination, the source lies in the scrubland at Gåskær southeast of Vamdrup. From Farris Bridge, where there is a car park, the route to the source follows Farris Bæk. The Kongeå rises at the edge of a field 400 m north of Farrislund farm. These different details about access and landscape can help you incorporate an excursion to the source into your travel plans.

Options for different holiday days

Kongeå Badet has a 25-metre swimming pool with six lanes, as well as a 1.30-metre-deep warm-water pool. It offers opportunities for water play and swimming practice. Vamdrup also has Legepladsen i Margretelund, which includes a picnic house. Those travelling with children can use this to add a day of play or swimming to their stay in the town, without structuring the entire trip around one activity.

There is also a specific place to go for travellers with dogs: Vamdrup Hundeskov is a 3,000 m² fenced woodland area where dogs can run free under the supervision of their owners. The railway station is also relevant for everyday travel in the area, with InterCity and InterCityLyn trains stopping there. Vores Hus in Vamdrup is accessible on all days of the week if you scan a physical or digital health card at the entrance; registering as a library user is not required for this.

When choosing holiday accommodation in Vamdrup, you can therefore weigh up historical impressions, hiking and cycling tours, river landscapes, swimming and travelling with a dog. To continue searching for suitable destinations, you can also consider Lunderskov, Jordrup Parish, Binderup, Bjert, Bjert Strand, Almind, Lejrskov and Hejls.

For the broader travel overview: Kolding Municipality.