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Kattegat

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Kattegat

Along the coast of Kattegat, you will find long child-friendly beaches offering sun­bat­hing, sand castles and fun in the waves. Here the youngest holiday guests can safely play and bathe under su­per­vi­sion. And if all kinds of sports acti­vi­ties on the water is your thing, the beaches are perfect for kayaking, windsur­fing and pad­dle­bo­ar­ding.

You can also visit the charming port towns winding along the coast. Here you can explore the small shops featuring local arts and craft, enjoy freshly caught fish in the cosy harbour inns and discover an abundance of historic at­tra­ctions such as castles, museums and old ligh­t­hou­ses.
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Als Odde

When holidaying in a holiday home in Als Odde, you can explore the Danish nature on land and at sea. You can go for walks along the banks of the fjord, explore the forested trails or find your tranquility in a kayak on the calm water. You will find all of this just outside your cottage door. If you want a break from the surroundings full of nature, you can spend some time delving into the history and cultural heritage of Northern Jutland. Near Als Odde and its environs, you will find various culture-historical attractions where you can learn about the history of Northern Jutland going all the way back to the Viking Age and up until today.

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Egense

From Egense, you have direct access to the clear and calm waters of the Limfjord. The perfect bathing conditions for families and water enthusiasts. The area is particularly known for its child-friendly beach, its shallow water and gentle waves creating safe bathing conditions for the youngest family members. In the area around Egense, you will find various trail systems leading you to luxuriant nature and amazing wildlife. So here you are better off putting on your best hiking boots or jumping on your bicycle. If thrills, high-pitched screaming and a need for speed are your thing, you are in luck as Fårup Summer Park is just a short drive away.

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Hals

Hals is known as the smallest market town in Northern Jutland; despite its small size, however, the town oozes of charm and Danish holiday bliss. In this charming holiday area, you will have the opportunity to play and relax at the water’s edge and to explore the local town life. Near the harbour area, you will find small streets lined with the characteristic red fishermen’s cottages. Back in the day, they were home to the local fishermen and their families. Today, the cottages ooze of new life as they are used for shops, galleries and cafés. Strolling along these streets, you will get a glimpse into the fishing history of Northern Jutland as well as into the contemporary modern town life.

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Hel­ber­skov

On the east coast of Northern Jutland, you will find the village of Helberskov. The little village is especially charming due to its old half-timbered houses and idyllic village atmosphere. In the area, you will find farm shops nearby where you can buy local specialities and fresh produce. When holidaying in a summer cottage in Helberskov, you will have beautiful scenery, green areas and beaches at the fjord right outside your door. The village is the perfect holiday destination for those into splashing in the water, hiking and sheer relaxation. Here time stands a little still for you to enjoy the tranquility and the picturesque surroundings undisturbed.

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Hou

The charming port town of Hou is the perfect holiday destination for those looking for local experiences and surroundings full of nature. Among other things, you can visit the marina where pleasure boats and fishing boats help creating life and atmosphere. It is also from here that you can go on organised sails along the coast or grab the paddle yourself by hiring a kayak. If you want to take in the surroundings full of nature on land, you have various beautiful routes and trails at your disposal in the area to explore. And you decide whether it should be on a bicycle or on foot – or whether will be accompanied by your four-legged friend.

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Lyngså

Lyngså is a historic agro-town dating back to the 14th century. The small agro-town has just under 300 citizens and it oozes tranquility, rural bliss and a sense that everybody knows everybody. You will quickly sense the historic heart and soul with the main street fringed by the many farms of the town. Farms that back in the day served to form the original borders of the town. As a result, you will experience a piece of Danish history up close – and even become a part of it – when choosing Lyngså as your next holiday destination. In addition to its rich history, the small agro-town features green surroundings and the loveliest white beach.

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Mariager Fjord

Colloquially, Mariager Fjord is known as the most beautiful fjord in Denmark and maybe not without reason. Here you can let yourself be fascinated by the glassy water, the luxuriant forests and open countryside. You can experience the fjord from the water by hiring a kayak or going on a guided sail. And if you are into hiking, you can find various green trails to explore. Mariager is known as the “Town of Roses” as it is adorned with a wide range of roses planted in the streets and alleys in the town. In and around Mariager, you will find a number of museums and cultural-historical attractions, all of which bear witness to the history of the area.

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Melholt

Near the east coast of Northern Jutland, you will find the village of Melholt, the perfect holiday resort for those looking to sunbathe and splash around in the water. The area features various child-friendly beaches and their shallow clear waters and the mild temperatures contribute to family time and relaxation by the water. Here adults and children alike can bathe and play safely at the water’s edge. Melholt is surrounded by the most beautiful nature of Northern Jutland, just waiting for you to explore. So pack your best hiking shoes or remember to take your bike on your next cottage holiday.

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Skellet

Skellet is a charming summer land area on the south coast of the Limfjord. When holidaying in a holiday home in Skellet, you are guaranteed green surroundings and a vibrant town life all at once. Right outside your cottage door, you can enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the fjord. Here you can unwind and laze about to the sound of insects buzzing. The area features beautiful and green surroundings that you are better off exploring on foot or on a bicycle. If you need a short break from nature, you can reach the centre of Aalborg in less than 30 minutes and enjoy the vibrant city life and shopping opportunities of the capital of Northern Jutland.

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Øster Hurup

Øster Hurup offers a genuine holiday atmosphere. Here you have a child-friendly beach with ample opportunities for splashing around in water and sports activities such as kayaking, paddling and sailing. And if that was not enough, the town also has a cosy harbour where you can eat lunch, get ice cream or just enjoy the view. Especially in the summer, the area is buzzing with life when the townspeople and holidaymakers meet at various events in the cosy streets and alleys. Here you have musical bits and car rallies, among other things, on the agenda. From Øster Hurup, you are also within short distance of Aalborg and Aarhus and here you can experience the buzzing city life.

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