A cycling route through nature and history

The Cycle Around Søbygaard route is perfect if you’d like to discover a quieter side of Ærø. You'll cycle along peaceful country roads through a landscape of open fields, hedgerows and gentle hills, where nature and history go hand in hand.

At the heart of the route lies Søbygaard. This former manor house has shaped the surrounding area for centuries and is now a vibrant cultural venue and Geopark visitor centre. Here you can take a break, visit the exhibitions or enjoy a bite to eat and a drink in the café before continuing your visit.

Along the way, you'll cycle around Vitsø Nor, where abundant birdlife and wide-open landscapes create a wonderfully peaceful atmosphere. If you fancy a short detour, head to Voderup Klint for one of Ærø’s most spectacular views across The South Fyn Archipelago.

The route follows the signposted cycling node network, making it easy to navigate while giving you plenty of opportunities to stop and explore at your own pace. If you prefer a printed map of the cycling node network, you can pick one up at the island’s tourist information centres.

Top 5 experiences along the route

Visit Søbygaard and discover Ærø’s only manor house, its fascinating history and the Geopark visitor centre.
Cycle around Vitsø Nor and enjoy the rich birdlife and open landscapes.
Take a detour to Voderup Klint and admire the views across The South Fyn Archipelago.
Ride along peaceful country roads lined with fields, hedgerows and small woodlands.
Pause at one of the area's viewpoints and enjoy the tranquillity of nature.

Part of Ærø’s cycling network

The route is part of Ærø’s island-wide cycling network of numbered junctions. The network guides you along the island’s most scenic and cycle-friendly roads, with small blue and white signs featuring numbers and arrows to show you the way.

See which junctions you need to follow on the Around Søbygaard cycle route

You can pick up a printed map of the cycling network at the island’s tourist information centres. In the digital route planner, you can view all the routes and put together your own tour.

Practical information about the route

The route is approximately 30 km long and mainly follows paved roads, with a few short sections on compact gravel. The terrain is gently to moderately rolling and suitable for most cyclists.

Along the route, you'll find several Bike Friends, where you can refill your water bottle, borrow a bike pump or get helpful local tips. If you'd like to take a break from cycling, you can also make use of Ærø’s free buses.

Map and GPX

As the route is signposted via the cycling node network, you won’t need a map or GPX file. However, both are available on this page and on the printed cycling map if you prefer to navigate that way.