Route 10, Stage 3 – Svaneke – Dueodde
The third stage of the Bornholm Rundt route leads from Svaneke to Dueodde (20.1 km) – the shortest and easiest section of the entire round. The route follows the gentle east and south coast, passing through lively fishing villages, popular swimming beaches, all the way to the famous sands of Dueodde, where the sand is so fine it was once used in hourglasses.
Route facts
Length
20.1 km – from Svaneke to Dueodde along the east coast
Riding time
1 hr 45 min – without longer stops
Surface
Asphalt 19.1 km / gravel 1.0 km – nearly the entire section on paved road
Difficulty
Easy – flat terrain, ideal route for families with children
Elevation gain
80 m – minimal elevation changes throughout the stage
Recommended bike
Any – flat, asphalt route. Perfect stage for a bike with a trailer or child seat.
Route – places along the way
The gentle east coast of Bornholm – from rocky Svaneke, through the fishing village of Årsdale and the port town of Nexø, to the sandy beaches of the south. Below are the stops from start to finish.
Stage 3 begins in Svaneke – a picturesque town awarded the European Gold Medal for preserving its historic character. The road heads south, passing the lighthouse and the small natural harbour of Hullehavn with a trampoline and ice cream kiosk.
Just beyond Svaneke lies the lighthouse and Hullehavn – a favourite beach among locals. Further on is Årsdale – one of the most authentic Bornholm fishing settlements, featuring a distinctive working windmill. Former railway tracks now serve as a cycling path.
Bornholm's second-largest town with the island's biggest fishing harbour. Birthplace of Pelle the Conqueror author Martin Andersen Nexø. The market square hosts fairs and the Baltic Jazz festival in season. Worth visiting the museum and the creative artisan workshops.
A famous beach with the finest sand in Europe – once used in hourglasses. Crystal-clear water and kilometres of white sand stretch on both sides of the island's southern tip. It is worth climbing to the top of the lighthouse to enjoy views of the surrounding area.
