Frigate Jutland anchor lies on Juelsminde Harbour

More historical attractions

Photo: Jan Winther

The Coastal Land is packed with stories and historical attractions. Take a trip back to the Middle Ages, the Viking period or even further back?

Odder Valgmeningshedskirke i Odder
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Signs from the past

Churches are much more than sermons and hymns. They are a reflection of time, because most churches has perserved historical reminiscences. Especially the old medieval churches which are filled with impression artefacts from different eras and exciting stories from old times.

The stones on Hjarnø
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Ancient Monuments & Ruins

Stone ships from the Viking period, the missing anchor from the frigate Jutland or a former ramparts from the war with Sweden in 1658? The Coastal Land stores many remnants from the past. 

The anchor from the Frigate Jylland
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The anchor from the Frigate Jylland

Perhaps you've visited the Frigate Jylland in Ebeltoft. But did you know that the frigate's anchor stands at the harbor in Juelsminde as a landmark for the town? The legendary warship was actually bas...

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Tunø Viking Camp Tunhalla (Vikingelejr)
Photo: Jens Christian Worm Gotfredsen

Tunø Viking Camp Tunhalla (Vikingelejr)

Spend your vacation in an all-new way at Tunø Viking camp and rewind time while enjoying the simple island life with other Vikings.

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Slaggård Banke
Photo: Hanne Nielsen

Slaggård Banke

This nature area northwest of Horsens is quite unique due to the many burial mounds in the area. Goat tracks take you around the area which is very close to well-known attractions such as The Uncovere...

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King Erik Menved's Castle
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King Erik Menved's Castle

King Erik Menved's Castle

In Bygholm park the remains of King Erik Menved’s castle can be found, on a hill called "Slangebjerg" [The Snake Hill]. The castle was constructed in 1313 and used as residen...

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