Hiking Bornholm - Plan routes, equipment and accommodation

Bornholm is an ideal island to experience on foot, because short distances make it easy to combine coast, forest and small urban environments on the same trip. A hike on Bornholm can be planned as anything from a leisurely day trip to a multi-day route with overnight stays, where you continuously adjust your pace, breaks and luggage.

A good way to choose a route is to think in terms of experiences rather than kilometres. The north coast is popular for its cliffs and views, with places like Hammershus and Helligdomsklipperne as natural landmarks. In the middle of the island, Almindingen offers a different type of hike with forest trails and more sheltered terrain, while Østerådalen is a good choice if you want to walk in a greener valley. If you want to tie it all together, there are longer, connected routes where you can break up the trip into stages, giving you a flexible hiking plan without having to squeeze too much into one day.

When packing for hiking, it's about choosing a few things that you get a lot of use out of. Prioritize comfortable shoes, layers that can regulate temperature, and a light rain and wind shell so you can take breaks without getting cold. For breaks and overnight stays, a towel is often an overlooked detail, but it makes a big difference when you're switching between sweaty stages, showering at your accommodation, and starting the next day. A light, quick-drying towel can be practical because it takes up less space and can be hung up instead of lying damp in your bag, for example OUTDOOR TOWELS .

Focus on what you actually use every day: water, something to eat, navigation, and a small first aid kit. Also consider a power bank and a bag to separate wet and dry gear. The more simple you pack, the easier it will be to adjust your trip along the way.

Overnight stays on a hike can be shelters, tent sites or indoors, depending on the route and your comfort level. On multi-day hikes, hygiene and dry textiles matter more because you often repeat the same routine: walk, sweat, rest, sleep, repeat. Here it can make sense to choose textiles with antibacterial treatment, because it can neutralize odors and reduce the need for frequent washing. Less washing is not only practical on a hike, it can also save water and energy. If you are staying indoors and want a soft towel for your bath and morning routine, INDOOR TOWELS can be a good solution.

On long days, small routines are what keep your energy stable: plan breaks, eat a little more often, and keep an eye on your fluid intake. When you get wet from rain or sweat, it's an advantage to let your gear dry by hanging it up when you can, rather than squeezing out moisture and packing it back up. If you choose equipment with Polygiene StayFresh technology, you get a silver-based antibacterial treatment that prevents 99.9 percent of bacteria from growing in the fabric, and which is documented to last for the life of the product. This can make it easier to feel fresh on the trip, while reducing the need for washing and avoiding unnecessary consumption. Nordifakt also emphasizes avoiding unnecessary packaging, which fits well with a simple packing philosophy when you're going out on Bornholm.