Hou Lystbådehavn (Marina)
This charming harbour is centrally located on East Jutland’s blue main road. With excellent facilities and easy access to the area's many attractions, it is the perfect destination for your sailing holiday.
A maritime centre in East Jutland
You will barely round the breakwater before you sense the harbour’s unique and welcoming atmosphere. Visitors dining along the quay, children fishing for crabs, ferries to Tunø and Samsø gliding in and out, friends gathered around barbecue areas, children playing on the playground, the bustle at the historic boatyard, and queues forming at the ice cream kiosk.
Hou Marina offers everything a sailor could wish for – from high-quality facilities to a vibrant harbour vibe. So come alongside, moor your boat, sit back and soak up the good life.
Top-class facilities for your stay
The harbour service building has large bathrooms, a laundry room and a large, modern kitchen. Children can play on the fun playground while their parents barbecue at the barbecue areas. You can do your grocery shopping at the harbour at Brugsen and there are also eateries. And when you want to explore the local area, you can borrow a bicycle.
Discover Hou and its surroundings
Once a traditional fishing village, Hou is now a delightful port town with restaurants and independent shops. The heart of the town is the ferry terminal, offering several daily departures to both Tunø and Samsø. The harbour lies directly next to the marina.
On the far side of the ferry terminal is Hou Beach which is a lovely spot for swimming. From here, the beach stretches uninterrupted for several kilometres to the north. If you are in the mood for a walk, we can recommend the 8-kilometer-long walk to the beach of Saksild Beach. You can also walk along the coastal trail in Hou that follows the beach on the way out and leads back through the town to the harbour.
If the sea feels a little too cold, head to the local swimming pool, Vandhalla.
Hou is located quite close to come of the major attractions of East Jutland as well as cities such as Odder, Aarhus and Horsens.
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Last updated on July 24, 2025 by Casper Terkelsen