Family visits The Prison Museum (Fængslet)

Pieta (1991) af Bjørn Nørgaard, Horsens Kunstmuseum

Welcome to Horsens

Photo:Destination Coastal Land&David Jervidal

Experience industrial history, city life and lots of culture

Welcome to Horsens which, as a part of the Coastal Land, is a captivating industrial town with a clear view of lots of cultural and historical experiences.

In Horsens, you are on the edge of the energy of the big city and the charm of the small town. The city is free from congestion, hustle and bustle. However, it is rich in art, entrepreneurship, soul, good food, music, green oases and cultural life.

In the city of Horsens, you clearly sense its past as a prison and industrial city. You find award-winning museums, a newly refurbished centre with lots of shopping opportunities, surprising gable paintings in the cityscape, a very special creative urge, and nature experiences in the near vicinity of the city.

Explore all that Horsens has to offer you, your family, girlfriend or friends.

Download City Map over Horsens here (PDF)

Kultur og bynær natur i Horsens

Fredfyldt natur og levende byliv går hånd i hånd med kunst og kultur i Horsens, hvor du finder det hele inden for ganske kort afstand. Her er fem oplevelser du ikke må snyde dig selv for.

Photo: Malik Parsberg Skydsgaard

Naturreservatet ved Nørrestrand

Klods op ad byskiltet finder du Nørrestrand, der på trods af sin centrale placering er et fredfyldt naturreservat med et rigt dyreliv og smukke vandre- og cykelture.

FÆNGSLET

With its successful combination of fascinating cultural history and great contemporary cultural experiences, the old Horsens State Penitentiary attrac...

Bygholm Lake

Prepare yourself for a great nature experience. The beautiful and idyllic Bygholm Lake is located near the centre of Horsens in connection to Bygholm ...

Boy walking on The Horsens-Odder Railway Path

Photo: Jesper Rais

A day at the coast

Take an excursion and explore the local coast on the north side of Horsens Fjord.

Photo: David Jervidal

Horsens Kunstmuseum

Museet er et centrum for dansk samtidskunst, og råder bl.a. over Danmarks største samling af værker af bysbarnet Michael Kvium.

What can I experience?

Guided tours to the top of Horsens

Come along for a guided tour to the top of Horsens’ tallest building and see the city from above. From the roof terrace at the 17th floor of Campus Ho...

The Prison Museum

At the Prison Museum in the old Horsens State Penitentiary, you can experience what it was like to be either imprisoned or employed in the prison syst...

Horsens New Theater (Ny Teater)

If you love culture and experiences, then you have come to the right place. In the centre of Horsens, you will find exciting and unforgettable events ...

Fjordmino - the Horsens Fjord trail

One of Denmark’s most beautiful fjords offers inviting varied nature, great experiences and good conditions for hikers. This waymarked hiking route ta...

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Experiences for the entire family

Aqua Forum

The Horsens Water Park invites to hours of play, wellness, exercise and swimming for everyone. The many pools and different activities make Aqua Forum...

The Industrial Museum

Do you also have children who prefer to play with their hands? Then take your kids to the Industrial Museum which is a paradise for curious fiddle-fin...

The Children's Farm (Børnebondegården)

Experience the real farm atmosphere from a child’s perspective and get up close with the farm animals. Pet a miniature pig behind the ears and bring a...

Playgrounds

Where should we play today? Locate playgrounds in Horsens and its surrounding areas where you and your children can enjoy yourselves.

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Eat well in Horsens

Restaurant Møhr

You will find this exciting restaurant in the Latin Quarter in Horsens offering creative and tasteful menus. Get comfortable in the cosy setting and e...

Ji-Mi's

At the centre of Horsens you will find this intimate restaurant that offers great dining experiences at reasonable prices. If you are looking for a ho...

Bar & Restaurant Gasfabrikken

Delicious, creative and well-cooked courses made from organic and local ingredients. At Gasfabrikken you can get a evocative taste experience that app...

Restaurant Dollys

Come in for delicious Danish food made from scratch in historic surroundings at the harbour in Horsens. Try their famed signature dish, roast pork, or...

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Sleep well in Horsens

Jørgensens Hotel

In Historical settings in the heart of Horsens your will find Jørgensens Hotel with a splendid view of the lively pedestrian street. The beautiful man...

Scandic Bygholm Park Hotel

Enjoy a romantic stay in historic surroundings in this old manor from 1775. Feel the noble atmosphere in the old buildings and go for a walk in the ma...

SleepIn FÆNGSLET

Experience a night behind bars at the former Horsens State Prison. The old infirmary has been transformed into a unique hostel with rooms in the old c...

Horsens City Camping

Get excited for a great camping vacation at Horsens Fjord by a lovely sandy beach. At Horsens City Camping there is room for everyone – no matter your...

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Active in and around Horsens

Walk along "Kaninoen" at Endelave

In the Kattegat south of Horsens Fjord, you find the island of Endelave, along whose shores you can hike on the route called "Kaninoen".

Two on a cycle ride on the Nature Trail Horsens-Silkeborg

Cycling along (the old) railway line

Get the pedals moving on the old nature trail between Horsens and Silkeborg, a route which follows the old Byrupbane railroad.

Golfer hits a golf ball at Horsens Golf Club

Golf in Horsens

Grab your golf clubs and tee off the ball at one of the beautiful Horsens golf courts.

Shopping

Go on a shopping spree inHorsens and Brædstrup and find local foods and specialities in the local farm shops.

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Nature experiences in and around Horsens

The Sugar Loaf (Sukkertoppen)

In wooded terrain lies one of Denmark’s largest hills; The Sugar Loaf (Sukkertoppen) with a magnificent view of the beautiful nature of the Danish Lak...

Yding Skovhøj – Denmark’s highest point

You will find many of the biggest hills of Denmark in the beautiful, hilly and forested area between Horsens and Silkeborg. The highest of them all ar...

The Uncovered Bridge (Den Genfundne Bro)

In the idyllic surroundings of Bakkelandet near Horsens, you find a unique tourist attraction with an incredible history for the whole family to enjoy...

The Monastery Mill (Klostermølle)

This lovely attraction combines beautiful nature with exciting cultural history. The former Benedictine monastery and paper factory is now a popular e...

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4 day trips you do not want to miss

We guide you to great day trips in and around Horsens.

Man and woman eats in the courtyard at Spisehuset 8F at FÆNGSLET the danish prison museum in the coastal land

Culture in the industrial city

We guide you to small and great must-sees when you spend 24 hours in our cultural, proud industrial city.

Disc golf and canoeing

When you need a break from the nooks and corners of the city, Bygholm Park has activities to shake up any city dweller.

Explore Brædstrup

Approx. 20 km to the north-east of Horsens, you find Brædstrup whose lovely specialty shops, eateries and nature experiences will surprise you.

A coast near the city

Go on an outing and explore to coast near the city on the northern banks of Horsens Fjord.

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