Welcome to Juelsminde
Holiday at the Juelsminde Peninsula
In Juelsminde, sea views are not something you pay extra for. They are a natural companion almost wherever you go in town. The town is full of harbour charm, and there are plenty of beautiful beaches to enjoy. At the same time, this small harbour town has a lively character, offering wonderful places to eat by the water and cosy shops.
Places to stay
Juelsminde offers accommodation of every kind.
Lovely hotel near the beach, centre, and harbour of the holiday town of Juelsminde. Stay in cozy rooms with excellent amenities and a view overlooking the coast.
Accommodation in rooms and spacious holiday apartments in Juelsminde near the port, the beach, and right by the town's shops.
Local favouites
Juelsminde Nature Playpark (Naturlegepark)
Juelsminde, East Jutland
The Great Beach (Storstranden)
Juelsminde, East Jutland
Juelsminde Havnemuseum (harbour museum)
Juelsminde, East Jutland
Good to know about Juelsminde
Is everything within walking distance in Juelsminde?
Yes! Juelsminde is a small town with around 4,000 residents, where most things are within easy reach.
The main shopping street, Odelsgade, is located at the end of the marina, which is connected to Storstranden Beach. This means you do not have to go far when visiting the town. Everything is within just a few hundred metres.
Juelsminde Nature Playground is located about one kilometre from the marina. If you are travelling with young children, it may be a good idea to drive there.
Is there free parking in Juelsminde?
Yes! Parking is free throughout Juelsminde. There are several car parks located in the town centre, including at Rousthøjs Allé, Havnen (the marina), and Storstranden Beach (access via Havnen).
At the car park on Rousthøjs Allé, you will also find electric vehicle charging points.
Are there EV charging stations in central Juelsminde?
Yes, you will find EV charging stations from Base2Charge in the car park on Rousthøjs Allé. The car park is located where Rousthøjs Allé meets Odelsgade and the harbour – right in the very centre of town.
Where can I find public toilets in Juelsminde?
Rousthøjs Allé: Toilet facilities are located at the car park opposite the campsite.
Havnen (the marina): Toilet facilities opposite NIOR Bistro by the access road to Storstranden Beach.
The marina: Toilet facilities on the harbour promenade east of Liniepavillonen.
Juelsminde Nature Playground: Toilet facilities are located in the centre of the playground.
Suggestions for walks in Juelsminde
A short walk that takes you past the highlights of the town is a circular route along the main shopping street, Odelsgade, and around the harbour promenade. This way, you will pass both the town’s shops and the cafés, restaurants and activities by the marina. From the harbour, you can also add a short detour to Storstranden Beach. This walk is approximately 1.5 kilometres long.
For a slightly longer walk by the water, it is recommended to follow Storstranden Beach out to Bjørnsknude. From here, you can enjoy lovely views over the Kattegat and Vejle Fjord. The walk to the tip is around 2 kilometres—plus the return journey, of course.
The Coastal Trail Snaptun–Juelsminde is a 22.5-kilometre route that follows the coastline between the two towns. The route starts and ends at the harbour in Juelsminde.
Which beach should I visit in Juelsminde?
Juelsminde is surrounded by coastline on three sides, offering several lovely beaches to choose from.
Storstranden Beach is the most popular and has the best facilities. It is centrally located next to the marina and features a lifeguard tower during the summer season.
Sandbjerg Vig Beach is situated on the northern edge of town. It is less busy but still offers good facilities, including an ice cream kiosk and toilet facilities.
Strandhuse Beach lies along the southern coast of the town. It is a pleasant beach and well worth a visit, depending on the wind direction. There are toilet facilities and parking available on Sønderstrand. The southern coastline differs from the others, and a walk along the beach is highly recommended. However, staying on the beach is only permitted in the area near the car park, as the rest of the beach is privately owned.
Can you reach Juelsminde by public transport?
In the past, Juelsminde was a railway town with train departures to Horsens. Today, the trains have been replaced by buses. Regional buses 104 and 105 run to Horsens, while bus 205 runs to Vejle. The routes also stop at several local attractions along the way.
You can plan your journey using Rejseplanen.
Can you get around Juelsminde in a wheelchair?
Yes, you can access most places in Juelsminde by wheelchair. It is easy to get around the main shopping street, Odelsgade, and along the harbour front. You can also access the bathing jetty at Storstranden – and even borrow a beach wheelchair, so you can get into the water.
What are they building at the harbour in Juelsminde?
In these years, Juelsminde is developing the harbour area of the future. The harbour square is being transformed with an exciting new crab arena, a promenade is being created from the main shopping street Odelsgade down to Storstranden Beach, and a new landmark for Juelsminde – PYNTEN – is being built at Storstranden.
Until mid-2027, there may therefore be construction work and building activity in parts of Juelsminde. Work will pause during the summer of 2026, allowing visitors to enjoy the town without feeling like they are in the middle of a building site.
Timeline:
November 2025 – June 2026: The harbour square redevelopment
June – September 2026: Summer break
Rest of 2026: Havnetorvet completed, work at Storstranden Beach begins, and a new paved connection is established from Odelsgade across the harbour
First half of 2027: PYNTEN is constructed at Storstranden and flood protection measures are established
