The Red Clover Path
The Red Clover Path takes you on a journey through Nyborg's recent history. Discover the remnants of an ice age landscape, stunning natural beauty, and two unique railway lines. This 7.0 km trail offers a fascinating glimpse into the area's past.
The Red Clover Path offers a journey through Nyborg's recent history.
Discover the remnants of an ice age landscape, stunning natural beauty, and two unique railway lines.
Begin your adventure at Nyborg Marina, where you can enjoy a fantastic playground and views of the harbor. Your route continues past Dyrehavemølle and through a former royal deer park shaped by the ice age.
Learn more about this tour and find a map to help you navigate here.
1. stop: The Red Clover Path - The History of the Harbor
On the walking route The Red Clover Path the third stop takes you past what was once Nyborg shipyard.
2. stop: The Red Clover Path - Dyrehaven
The second stop on the Red Clover Path is Dyrehaven, which is likely the oldest royal deer park in the country. Established in the 1550s, it is situated alongside the lands and forests of Holckenhavn Castle, south of Holckenhavn Fjord.
3. stop: The Red Clover Path - The Old Railway
Explore the old 1897 railway on the Red Clover Path! Discover the history of the Svendborg-Nyborg private line at the route's third stop. Read more here!
4. stop: The Red Clover Path - Eagles near Holckenhavn Fjord
Experience rich wildlife at Holckenhavn Fjord! Spot majestic white-tailed eagles, especially in winter, at the 4th stop of the Red Clover Path. Explore now!
5. stop: The Red Clover Path - Nature and Movement
Hike up the slope and release your inner child! Enjoy the beautiful scenery at the 5th stop on the Red Clover Path. Discover Nyborg's nature here!
6. stop: The Red Clover Path - The Industrial Railway
The industrial railway is still in use! At the 6th stop on the Red Clover Path, you can see the historic railway that remains active today. Read more here!
Practical Information
The tour starts at Vesterhavnen 3a, 5800 Nyborg and is signposted in a clockwise direction. You can get a physical brochure at the starting point of the tour. If you prefer an online map, you can find it here. The map will guide you around the tour and show you the exact location of the 6 aforementioned stops.
Note: The trail from point 2 for the next 500 meters is quite hilly and passes through a wooded area. You may need to push your bike on this section. Alternatively, you can continue along Dyrehavevej from point 2 and then follow Gammel Vindingevej to reach point 3. From point 3, the trail is a 2 km gravel path that follows the old railway line.