Northern Jutland

Northern Jutland

Northern Jutland offers special holiday experiences from coast to coast. Visit the most northern tip of Denmark where to seas meet or explore the many lovely coastal towns.

The northern part of Jutland is also an important part of Danish history of art. In keeping with tradition, today you can visit a multitude of art galleries and small shops featuring local arts and craft.

Northern Jutland also offers fun and excitement! If you and your family are thrill-seekers, the amusement park Fårup Sommerland or the aquarium Nordsøen Oceanarium is the perfect place. Here you will find yourself smiling broadly, regardless of age.

8 areas

Blokhus

In Blokhus, you will find a great mix of peaceful nature, culture and charming town life. The town is particularly known for its abundant wildlife and luxuriant and colourful countryside. You are better off exploring all these scenic surroundings on foot, on a horse or on a bicycle. On Blokhus Strand, you can enjoy life on the most beautiful sandy beach while relaxing to the sound of lapping waves. If you move further towards Blokhus town centre, you will see that the town offers a dynamic cultural life featuring concerts, events and activities for both older and younger holiday guest.

Jammerbugten

Expect a very special holiday experience at Jammerbugten. Here you can experience the roaring waves of the North Sea and enjoy life on the mile-long white beach that always has a spot of sun for you to laze in. The many beaches at Jammerbugten are especially known for their crystal-clear waters and excellent beach bathing. For this very reason, they have been awarded the Blue Flag certification. Jammerbugten features several lovely and charming holiday villages where you can learn more about Danish history, get your hands on some local arts and craft or venture into all kinds of nature activities such as hiking, cycling and water sports.

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.

Løkken

Løkken – the beach town of the west coast – is known for its popular sandy beach with the iconic white beach huts lining the coast. The beach town centre is always buzzing with life. Here you will find eateries, cafés and small shops, among other things, and you can discover everything from local delicacies to arts and craft and handmade jewellery. Løkken is particularly proud of its historical roots, dating back to the 19th century when the town was known for its shipyards. Learn more about this part of the history through guided history walks through the town taking you past the charming old fishermen’s cottages, among other things.

Lønstrup

Lønstrup is a charming small town surrounded by the impressive nature and powerful coastlines of the North Sea. The area draws nature lovers and culture enthusiasts alike. You find limitless opportunities to explore the dramatic coastal landscape, hike in the dunes or just enjoy the sunset from one of the many trails along the beach. For many years, the town and area have been a haven for artists coming from far and wide, drawn by the spectacular nature in the area. And that is why the streets and alleys in the town are bursting with galleries and art workshops where you will find anything from paintings to textile crafts.

Skagen

When holidaying in a holiday home at the top of Denmark, you will get a holiday experience that exceeds the usual one. Skagen offers unique nature experiences among other things. For example, you can visit Grenen, the most northern point of Denmark – and here you can stand with one leg in Skagerrak and the other in the Kattegat. In addition to unique nature experiences and beautiful white beaches, you can also delve into Danish art history and stand exactly where the famous Skagen Painters put brush to canvas. And if you head into the charming town centre of Skagen, you will quickly discover how the vibrant and well-preserved art scene is still alive to this day.

Thy

In Thy, you will find everything! Among other things, you have Thy National park where you can explore the beautiful dune landscapes, moorlands and forests. Thy is also THE place for surfers and water sports enthusiasts. It is in these parts you will find Cold Hawaii featuring no less than 29 surf spots for you gambol in. And if hstory and cultural attractions are more your thing, you will find bunkers from World War II along the coast and a number of historic churches if you move towards the town centre. To enjoy all the best of the Thy cuisine, simply visit the local farm shops and markets where local and organic produce is sold.

Tversted

Tversted is a cosy holiday town by the North Sea oozing village atmosphere. You can enjoy the spectacular natural surroundings at Tversted Klitplantage and the Tversted Lakes. Here you can see the fascinating flora and get up close and personal with its small inhabitants. The town centre is extremely charming, and you will quickly discover that the locals are very hospitable, immediately welcoming you here. The town features cosy cafés and ice cream shops where you can samle local delicacies. Art galleries and local arts and craft, in particular, characterise the townscape. So you can also easily find a local souvenir to take home.