Ejer Bavnehøj

Ejer Bavnehøj is a natural summit in Skanderborg Municipality and the third-highest point in Denmark without human structures. A 13-meter tower crowns the peak and can be reached via an accessible pathway.

The site historically served as a beacon location where signal fires warned of approaching enemy forces. The tower visible today was built in 1924 as a national monument.

The tower at the summit commemorates southern Jutland's reunification with Denmark following World War I. Visitors experience this location as a symbol of national identity and historical continuity.

The summit is fully wheelchair accessible, allowing visitors with mobility limitations to reach the site. A hiking trail of about 1.5 kilometers connects this location to the neighboring Møllehøj peak.

The name Bavnehøj comes from Old Norse, combining 'bavne' meaning beacon and 'høj' meaning hill, reflecting its historical role. This linguistic connection reminds visitors of the medieval function of the site in communication across distances.

Location: Skanderborg Municipality

Elevation above the sea: 170.35 m

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Website: http://ejer-bavnehoj.dk

GPS coordinates: 55.97706,9.83066

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:52