Bike rental
Bornholm is made for a cycling holiday. The island offers family-friendly routes, wild mountain bike trails, and a terrain that attracts cyclists from near and far, looking to sharpen their form before the Tour de France kicks off.
On this page, we’ve gathered some of the best cycling routes on Bornholm. You’ll also find plenty of good advice, useful tips, and practical information to help you plan your bike trip with ease.
Cycling is for everyone, and Bornholm has everything you need to take home unforgettable nature experiences.
Many of Bornholm’s cycling routes are clearly signposted – especially the regional routes – and most mountain bike trails are marked with colored dots on trees and other natural markers.
Each route description will indicate how it is marked, so you’ll know what to expect before setting off.
The surfaces on Bornholm vary from asphalt and country lanes to grassy footpaths, forest trails, beaches, and – especially in the island’s rugged north – rocky terrain typical of the region.
No matter where you go, you’re never far from your next adventure, attraction, or place to eat. A cycling holiday on Bornholm offers the perfect mix of comfort, discovery, and challenge – tailored to your pace.
The island’s modest size makes it easy to get around and customize your cycling experience to match your interests and needs.
Enjoy a relaxed ride through idyllic fishing villages and market towns; get a few kilometers in on an e-bike; take on some of the island’s many challenging MTB trails; feel the elevation on your road bike among cliffs and rift valleys; or go exploring off the main roads on a gravel bike along dirt paths and former railway lines. The choice is yours on Bornholm. Get on your bike.
Here are our recommended cycling routes – whether you’re on holiday with your family or looking to challenge yourself with friends.
Traveling to Bornholm with a bike is both easy and convenient.
You can sail directly to Bornholm with Bornholmslinjen from either Køge or Ystad. The ferry ride takes 1 hour and 20 minutes from Ystad and 5½ hours from Køge. You can either ride your bike onboard or bring it in your car.
If you’re not driving, you can take the Kombardo Express bus, which runs directly from Copenhagen to Bornholm – ferry included in the price. Bicycles can be brought along for an extra fee (e-bikes not allowed).
Prefer to travel by train? You can reach Ystad via a quick transfer in Malmö. In general, it’s possible to bring your bike on the train, but be sure to check the specific rules for your departure – more information is available at DSB → DSB Standard Bornholm and Bringing Your Bike on the Train.
Finally, you can also fly to Bornholm with DAT. DAT operates direct flights from Copenhagen Airport year-round – the flight takes only 35 minutes. In summer, there are also direct flights from Billund, Aalborg, and Aarhus. You can bring your bike as special baggage.
