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Cosy streets, historic harbour and nature close by - discover charming Sæby on the Kattegat coast
Sæby is an attractive holiday destination for all ages
The charming market town of Sæby is located right on the Kattegat coast, close to both a large, beautiful forest area and a child-friendly beach, as well as a cosy atmosphere in the town centre.
Sæby is the perfect place for a couple's holiday, a family holiday with children and a popular destination for several generations.
Sæby is the perfect holiday destination for all ages
Nature is very special in Sæby, where you are close to both a large forest area and child-friendly sandy beaches. The large forest area is called Sæbygård Forest and is located close to Sæbygård Castle, which the forest is named after. During the summer season, Sæbygård has a cosy café serving coffee and cake. Sæbygård Forest has a cosy stream and is adorned with beech trees and steep hills that create a very special atmosphere.
In the forest you'll find beautiful and challenging hiking, running and mountain biking trails that will make you sweat while you enjoy the beautiful nature. Sæby also has four clover trails that run through both the town and the forest. Clover trails range in length from 2.5 km to 21.1 km, so there is a route for every level.
If you want to spend time in nature but at a slower pace, you can head out in the evening bat safari just 100 metres away from the square. Here, a new interpretation centre has been established where it is possible to see many of the mysterious bats. The information centre is located here because it is one of the best places in Vendsyssel to see bats.
When you take a walk in Sæby town, you'll quickly realise that Sæby has many idyllic places. A walk past Algade in Sæby is a must, as you'll find cosy old buildings that take you back in time. In your walk through Algade you will pass Sct. Mariæ ChurchSæby Church is a must-visit as you enter a beautiful church adorned with frescoes.
Just a short walk away from Algade you will find The old water mill in Sæby, which has served as both a grain mill and to produce electricity. Today, the historic building serves as a private residence and can only be viewed from the outside. A 20-minute drive will take you to yet another historic site, namely Voergaard Castlewhich offers fairy tales and exciting ghost stories. Throughout the year, Voergaard Castle hosts many events, including medieval days and a cosy Christmas market.
Sæby also offers exciting things for the older children who are on holiday. I Sæby Swimming Pool there's a large water slide and large water toys that can provide hours of fun. If you'd rather be outside, you'll find the child-friendly beaches just a short distance from Sæby town centre. If you want to try something different, you can try football golf and see which of you can handle a football better. Sæby also offers an amber tour for children, where a guide will teach you where and how to find amber and guide you along the coast so you can try it yourself - and maybe you'll get lucky.
In Sæby you will find many cultural things and there are many Artists and craftsmen, located in Sæby. In the small cosy streets you can find galleries with everything from glass art to ceramics. You'll also find a charming pedestrian street in Sæby with both well-known and small shops.
