Initiatives in the Outdoor Capital of Denmark
Experience Silkeborg's outdoor Living Lab! We have selected a number of initiatives to show how the use of outdoor activities can contribute to mental and physical health.
Wall of Initiatives
The Wall of Initiatives tell the story about a whole community, Silkeborg, dedicated to the use of outdoor for the common good.
In the Footsteps of the Past
Local cultural experiences as a lever for more activity in nature.
Out in the Open
Use of outdoor activities to train strength, fitness and balance for people with COPD, heart disease and diabetes.
Nature on Prescription
Outdoor as treatment to improve mental health, empowerment and job readiness.
Outdoor Day for All
Event for citizens with special needs providing a wide range of outdoor activities
Nature Forces
Outdoor activities strengthening mental, physical and social health for people recovering from cancer.
Denmark’s Outdoor Festival
Inspiration and knowledge sharing event for professionals, citizens and visitors.
School in Nature
Dybkær Special School supporting pupils with special needs and their profesionals in using outdoor.
Outdoor Academy
Education program empowering people who develop and coordinate outdoor initiatives and experiences.