In idyllic surroundings in Bakkelandet near Horsens and Brædstrup is a unique tourist attraction with an incredible history. The beautiful bridge over the Gudenåen, which was hidden and (almost) forgotten for a lifetime, is today one of the country’s most popular excursion destinations – and with good reason.
Experience over 100 years of engineering
The Rediscovered Bridge is a cultural-historical gem and a piece of revived Danish history – covered by a dam for 85 years, but dug free and restored in 2014. Today, the bridge is a magnificent sight and an even greater experience.
With good parking opportunities near the bridge, the Rediscovered Bridge is ideal for a picnic at the tables and benches set up.
The bridge stands today as a symbol of beautiful, industrial engineering, after it was restored to its former greatness in 2014. The red steel lattice bridge was the Nordic region’s tallest of its kind when it was built in 1899, and today it has both railings and planks. to walk on, so visitors can enjoy the view of Denmark’s only river, Gudenåen.
Facts about The Rediscovered Bridge
- 13.4 meters high
- 50 meters long
- Built in 1899
- Covered in 1929
- Retrieved in 2014
Hear the exciting stories of The Rediscovered Bridge on a guided tour
The Rediscovered Bridge was built as part of the railway between Horsens and Bryrup, and the trip became known as ‘Denmark’s most beautiful railway’. The beautiful nature made the railway a tributary together with the restaurant at Vrads Station, which is still open today.
Hear even more about the story behind The Rediscovered Bridge on one of the free guided tours. The trip is about 4 kilometers, and registration is not necessary. Just show up when the tour starts.
Read more about the guided tours and see when a tour is planned here .
How to Find the Rediscovered Bridge
The Rediscovered Bridge is located 20 kilometers north of Horsens between the villages Vestbirk, Træden and Gammelstrup. About 300 meters from the bridge is a larger parking lot on Vestbirkvej 2A, Brædstrup. From here, a path leads to the bridge itself. Wheelchair access is available to the bridge and the surrounding areas via the fine asphalt path from the car park.
If you are on a canoe trip on the river Gudenåen, we recommend Den Genfundne Bro as a stop on the route. There is a natural uptake of the canoe at Vestbirk Hydroelectric Power Station , and from here it is not far to the Rediscovered Bridge.
For riders, a ford has been established immediately east of the bridge.
Take the bike to the Rediscovered Bridge
The Rediscovered Bridge is part of the beautiful old bridge railway line, which has now been transformed into the Horsens-Silkeborg Nature Trail . The 61-kilometer route is mainly paved and without car traffic and is thus perfect for day trips on the bike. You can advantageously divide the picturesque trip through the hilly Bakkelandet and Søhøjlandet in two, as there are several accommodation places along the way. The route is also popular as a riding trail and hiking trail.
Want to know more about The Rediscovered Bridge?
On this page you can read more about the history of the bridge and let yourself be inspired by experiences nearby.
