Skagen, Denmark

Skagen

Yellow houses at Denmark's northern tip, where two seas meet.

  • May–Sep
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Skagen

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk out to Grenen, the sand spit where two seas meet.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Skagens Museum for the painters of the famous northern light.
  3. EveningWatch the sunset from the beach, the light here is famous.

Day 2

Walk the Råbjerg Mile, a huge moving sand dune.

What to eat

Fresh shrimp on rye bread at the harbour.

Local tips

Make the most of Skagen

Beat the crowds

July is the busiest month. May, June and September are calmer, with the same long evenings of light.

Best photo spot

Grenen at the northern tip, where you can stand with one foot in each sea, and the yellow houses in the old town.

Getting there

Trains run from Frederikshavn in about 40 minutes. Bikes are the easiest way to get around.

Don't miss nearby

The Råbjerg Mile, a huge moving dune, and the sand-buried church a short ride south.

Good to know

Never swim at Grenen: the currents where the seas meet are dangerous. The famous light here inspired the Skagen painters.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Skagen

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Plan your visit

Getting to Skagen

Getting there

  • Aalborg Airport (AAL)80 km away
  • Gothenburg Landvetter Airport (GOT)100 km away
  • Gothenburg85 km away
  • Aarhus175 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeMay–Sep
TypeHidden town
Good forCoast, Nature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryDenmark

Questions

Skagen: good to know

Is Skagen worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like the coast and nature. Yellow houses at Denmark's northern tip, where two seas meet.

How many days do you need in Skagen?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Skagen?

The best time to visit is May to Sep. July is the busiest month. May, June and September are calmer, with the same long evenings of light.

How do you get to Skagen?

The nearest airport is Aalborg Airport (AAL), about 80 km away. Trains run from Frederikshavn in about 40 minutes. Bikes are the easiest way to get around.

What is there to see near Skagen?

Nearby hidden places include Gothenburg (83 km), Aarhus (175 km) and Kullaberg (195 km).

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