Skagen's Vippefyr, Skagen

Name: Skagen's Vippefyr
Address: Skagen, Denmark

#14 among attractions in Skagen

Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse

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Skagen's Vippefyr is a navigational light mechanism located in Skagen in the far north of Jutland. The original vippefyr, the first of its kind, was built in 1627. A faithful copy now stands on the same site. It replaced an earlier parrot light and served until 1747 when the White Lighthouse was brought into operation. ()

Local name: Vippefyret Coordinates: 57°43'36"N, 10°36'29"E

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Skagen Denmark

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Skagen's Vippefyr – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Skagen Lighthouse, Skagens Museum, Skagen By- og Egnsmuseum, Skagen Odde Naturcenter.

1 miNE
Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse
Skagen Lighthouse, Skagen
26 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...
0.4 miW
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Skagens Museum, Skagen
12 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...
1.4 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Skagen By- og Egnsmuseum, Skagen
36 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...
1 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Natural history museum
Skagen Odde Naturcenter, Skagen
27 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...
0.4 miW
Museum, Specialty museum, Historical place
Anchers Hus, Skagen
11 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.
1.2 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Skagen Bunker Museum, Skagen
31 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.
~920 ftN
Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse
Det Hvide Fyr, Skagen
5 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.
0.9 miSW
Church
Skagen Church, Skagen
24 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.
1.3 miNE
Museum, Art museum
Grenen Kunstmuseum, Skagen
34 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.
1.2 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Drachmanns Hus, Skagen
32 min walk • Drachmann's House, also known as Villa Pax, is one of the major houses of Skagen, northern Denmark. Located on Hans Baghs Vej towards the western side of the town, it was built in 1829 and is now a museum.
0.9 miW
Harbor
Port of Skagen, Skagen
24 min walk • The Port of Skagen, also Skagen Harbour, is located in Skagen, northern Denmark. The country's leading fishing port consists of an industrial harbour that supports the area's fishing industry as well as facilities for cruise ships.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Skagen's Vippefyr?

Nearby attractions include Det Hvide Fyr, Skagen (5 min walk), Skagen Painters, Skagen (10 min walk), Skagen Bamsemuseum, Skagen (10 min walk), Anchers Hus, Skagen (11 min walk).

How to get to Skagen's Vippefyr by public transport?

The nearest stations to Skagen's Vippefyr:

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Skagen (17 min walk)