Experience Frederikshavn in
The top of Denmark
Gateway to the north - experience coastal life, culture and nature in the heart of Vendsyssel
Strong historical experiences await in Frederikshavn
Spiced with plenty of opportunities for top-class dining experiences!
Frederikshavn is a historic maritime town with many proud maritime traditions. Tordenskiold fought here in the 1700s, and during several of the great wars, the city has been a strategically important hub.
When you visit Frederikshavn, you'll find many exciting historical artefacts that are well worth a visit. There is also a natural environment with many opportunities for outdoor activities. After a busy day of fun and exciting activities, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the many top-class restaurants found here.
Frederikshavn is the perfect holiday destination for everyone
Frederikshavn is an atmospheric city in North Jutland, located right on the Kattegat, and there's a lot to offer during your holiday. Frederikshavn has a beautiful nature, where the Bangsbo area in particular can be emphasised as there is something for everyone's taste. One of the main attractions in Frederikshavn is Doughnut tray and the lookout, which is extremely popular with tourists and locals alike. Adjacent to Pikkerbakken is Bangsbo Dyrepark, where you can observe around 40 free-roaming fallow deer and red deer. Bangsbo Animal Park also offers an extremely beautiful hike along the three signposted trails.
Just outside Bangsbo Dyrepark you will find Bangsbo Botanical Garden. Here you'll experience an English-inspired park with many benches, large lawns and old trees. In addition to this, there is also a rose garden, a medicinal herb garden, a sensory garden and much more for you to explore. The Bangsbo area in Frederikshavn also offers Bangsbo Fort Coastal Museumwhere a fantastic view of Frederikshavn and the Kattegat can be enjoyed while exploring the World War II fortifications.
One of the other major attractions in Frederikshavn is Palm BeachesEvery summer the beach is decorated with palm trees to create a cosy southern atmosphere. Palmestranden is close to Frederikshavn town and is also very child-friendly. This makes it a popular beach among families with children and is a must when holidaying with the kids. In the vicinity of Palmestranden are Fun House Frederikshavn, which is an indoor playground where kids can let loose. If the kids are more into outdoor play, there is a large nature playground in Bangsbo Dyrepark. At the North Stand Camping you'll find a large mini golf course to challenge the family. Should it rain while you're on holiday, the Scandic The Reef on hours of fun in an indoor water park. If you're on holiday during the Christmas season, you can go around the city and explore the exciting Christmas decorations. This makes Frederikshavn a perfect holiday destination with children.
Frederikshavn and its nature also provide the setting for an exciting active holiday. Located close to both forest and water, there are plenty of hiking trails, cycling and mountain biking routes, good fishing spots and opportunities for various water sports.
If you're looking for a quieter and more peaceful holiday, Frederikshavn has a exciting pedestrianised street with lots of life. You'll find plenty of shops, both familiar ones and speciality shops with interesting items. If you get hungry while shopping, you'll find plenty of delicious restaurants right on the pedestrianised area. The pedestrianised area is also often home to events, from flea markets to concerts.
If you want a holiday with cultural experiences, Frederikshavn has that too. Frederikshavn has Denmark's only Poetry Park, where you can explore the world of words as poetry is hidden throughout the city centre on city buildings, signs and other quirky places.
Arena North also welcomes you to a lot of exciting experiences in their three venues in Frederikshavn. If you want to experience a true Frederikshavn atmosphere, you can go to Beerwalk, which takes you around the various pubs, giving you the opportunity to talk to the people of Frederikshaven or simply taste the pubs' own brews or specialities.
If you want to go on a little excursion, you'll find the northernmost archipelago, Hirsholmene, just 7 kilometres northeast of Frederikshavn, which you can reach with the small ferry 'Seadog'.
When you're in Frederikshavn, you can't miss sights such as The Powder Tower or Frederikshavn Churchboth of which are recommended to take a look inside. Last but not least, the Port of Frederikshavn is not to be missed either. Today, the harbour is one of the most important ports in Denmark.
