Skjern River, River system in western Jutland, Denmark
The Skjern River is a river in western Jutland, Denmark, running through several municipalities before reaching Ringkøbing Fjord. Its course moves between wide floodplains, wet meadows, and open water sections that together form a varied river landscape.
In the 20th century, the Skjern was straightened as part of state drainage projects, and large sections of its natural bends disappeared. In the early 2000s, much of the river was returned to its former winding course.
The Skjern is well known among anglers because wild salmon returned after the restoration work, making fishing a living tradition here again. Along the banks, marked walking trails let visitors watch birds and wildlife at close range.
The river can be reached at several points via parking areas and marked paths, with the areas around Skjern and Borris being particularly well served. Sturdy footwear is a good idea since the banks can be wet and soft depending on the season.
The restoration project on the Skjern was one of the largest of its kind in Europe, covering around 2,200 hectares of floodplain. The river now follows a natural winding course again along a stretch that was almost entirely redesigned.
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