Højen, North Jutlandic Island
#10 among attractions in North Jutlandic Island
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Højen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Råbjerg Mile, Sand-Covered Church, Skagen Lighthouse, Skagens Museum.
Enormous sand dune, popular with hikersRåbjerg Mile, North Jutlandic Island
179 min walk • In the windswept landscapes of North Jutlandic Island, Denmark, lies a natural wonder that seems more akin to a desert than the lush greenery commonly associated with Scandinavia. Råbjerg Mile, a nature preserve located near Skagen, is Denmark's largest migrating...
Church, Romanesque architecture, Gothic architectureSand-Covered Church, Skagen
36 min walk • Nestled in the northernmost part of Denmark, the Sand-Covered Church, or Den Tilsandede Kirke, stands as a testament to the relentless forces of nature and the resilience of history. Officially known as the Saint Laurence Church, this once-magnificent structure now...
Vernacular architecture, LighthouseSkagen Lighthouse, Skagen
101 min walk • Perched at the northernmost tip of Denmark, the Skagen Lighthouse stands as a guiding beacon for mariners navigating the treacherous waters where the North Sea meets the Baltic. Erected in 1858, this lighthouse has become an iconic symbol of the city of Skagen and a...
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museumSkagens Museum, Skagen
69 min walk • Nestled in the northernmost part of Denmark, Skagens Museum stands as a beacon of artistic heritage in the picturesque town of Skagen. This museum, dedicated to the famous Skagen Painters, is a treasure trove of Danish art, capturing the unique light and landscape that...
Museum, Specialty museum, History museumSkagen By- og Egnsmuseum, Skagen
53 min walk • Nestled in the northernmost town of Denmark, the Skagen By- og Egnsmuseum is a cultural gem that offers visitors a window into the rich history and maritime heritage of the Skagen region. This museum, dedicated to preserving and showcasing the unique aspects of life in...
Museum, Specialty museum, Natural history museumSkagen Odde Naturcenter, Skagen
71 min walk • Nestled at the northernmost tip of Denmark, where the North Sea meets the Baltic, Skagen Odde Naturcenter stands as a beacon of natural history and modern architecture. Designed by the renowned architect Jørn Utzon, who is best known for the Sydney Opera House, the...
Museum, Specialty museum, Historical placeAnchers Hus, Skagen
69 min walk • Anchers Hus is an art museum and gallery situated in the former residence of the painters Michael and Anna Ancher in Skagen, Denmark. Anchers Hus is located on Markvej in Skagen, Denmark.
Museum, Specialty museumSkagen Bunker Museum, Skagen
103 min walk • Skagen Bunker Museum is a private museum near the tip of Grenen in the far north of Jutland, Denmark. It is located in an old German bunker of the Regelbau 638 type which was used during the Second World War as an infirmary for treating wounded soldiers.
Vernacular architecture, LighthouseDet Hvide Fyr, Skagen
78 min walk • Skagen's White Lighthouse is a historic lighthouse just north of the town of Skagen in the far north of Jutland, Denmark. It was operational from 1747 to 1858 when it was replaced by Skagen Lighthouse.
ChurchSkagen Church, Skagen
59 min walk • Skagen Church is a church located in the historic town centre of Skagen, Denmark. The Skagen area suffered from severe problems with sand drift up through the 18th century and in 1795 the sand covered old church had to be abandoned.
Museum, Art museumGrenen Kunstmuseum, Skagen
106 min walk • The Grenen Art Museum in Skagen was founded in 1977 by the artist Axel Lind, and built on the ruins of the Grenen's old seaside hotel.
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