The Ignite Track
As the global situation escalated in the late 1930s, lignite production in Søby began to take off. In many places, just 12-15 meters beneath the Central Jutland heaths, lay Denmark’s energy reserve—lignite. Before long, hand tools were replaced by excavators and conveyor belts.
Increased production meant more labor and quickly the city “The Jutlandic Clondyke” emerged, consisting of sheds, barracks, scrapped buses, and railway wagons. Approx. 1500 out of the 1800 inhabitants worked in the mines. In 1970 by the lake Meldgård Sø, the mining ended and today, Søby Brunkulslejer stands as a unique hilly area with many natural lakes.
The exciting 35 km route leads you through amazing moorland and the lignite mining areas, of course. Start from Brande and ride north along Dørslundvej. Go west along Fløvej and then north following the path alongside the railway. You will go through the moor Lille Harrild Hede over Harrild Dambrug and Dørslundvej to Fasterholt.
Ride from Fasterhold along the railway, past Meldgård Sø, and west along Brunkulsvej towards the Lignite Museum. From here, you can ride back along Brunkulsvej and to The Lookout Point, back to Fasterholt, and finally to Brande along Frihedevej.
Bicycle Station at Søby Brunkulsmuseum
Next to the shop at Brunkulsvej 29, 7400 Herning, you will find bicycle service.
Here, there are two charging stations for e-bikes, each with four different outlets.
Additionally, there is a 'Cycle Repair' station with various tools and pumps for all types of bicycles.
The charging stations and cycle repair are accessible 24/7, all year round.
During the season from April 1st until the end of the autumn holidays, the shop is open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM. Here, you can buy beverages and ice cream. The museum’s toilets and water tap are open.