27 kmHimmelbjerget rises high above Julsø, where the view takes in the lake, hills and the forest and heathland landscape of the Lake Highlands all at once. It is one of those places where the view is not just a point on a map, but something you experience in the terrain: the paths climb, the landscape drops sharply, and open vistas give way to forest and heather.
At the summit stands Himmelbjerg Tower, the clearest landmark. It offers an extra lift above the landscape and is also connected with the site's national history, as the tower was erected in honour of the Constitution and King Frederik 7. Around Himmelbjerget, there are memorial stones to people of significance to the site, including Steen Steensen Blicher, who is associated with the tradition of public meetings held here.
During the summer season, the trip can begin down at the landing stage, where scheduled boats from Silkeborg and Ry dock. From there, you walk up through the heather-covered hills towards the tower, and the ascent is a genuine part of the experience. If you arrive by road, there is still good reason to choose footwear suited to the hills; the marked hiking routes in the area are very hilly.
