Grenen, Skagen

Name: Grenen
Address: Skagen, Denmark

#16 among attractions in Skagen

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Grenen is a long sandbar spit at Skagen Odde, north of the town of Skagen. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 57°44'46"N, 10°39'1"E

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Skagen Denmark

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Grenen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sand-Covered Church, Skagen Lighthouse, Skagens Museum, Skagen By- og Egnsmuseum.

4.3 miSW
Church, Romanesque architecture, Gothic architecture
Sand-Covered Church, Skagen
110 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...
1 miSW
Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse
Skagen Lighthouse, Skagen
27 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...
2.5 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Skagens Museum, Skagen
63 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...
3.4 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Skagen By- og Egnsmuseum, Skagen
88 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...
2.1 miW
Museum, Specialty museum, Natural history museum
Skagen Odde Naturcenter, Skagen
53 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...
2.4 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, Historical place
Anchers Hus, Skagen
62 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.
0.8 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum
Skagen Bunker Museum, Skagen
22 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.
2 miSW
Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse
Det Hvide Fyr, Skagen
51 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.
3 miSW
Church
Skagen Church, Skagen
76 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.
0.7 miSW
Museum, Art museum
Grenen Kunstmuseum, Skagen
20 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.
3.3 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Drachmanns Hus, Skagen
84 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Grenen?

Nearby attractions include Grenen Kunstmuseum, Skagen (20 min walk), Skagen Bunker Museum, Skagen (22 min walk).