Experiences around Horsens Fjord

With its successful combination of fascinating cultural history and great contemporary cultural experiences, the old Horsens State Penitentiary attracts hundreds of thousands of people every year. Visit the popular museum, participate in large and small events or try spending the night behind bars.

Discover 350 years of village history at the open-air museum in the village of Glud. Visit Denmark’s oldest dated farmhouse, take part in fun family activities, experience working workshops or see the big exhibition hall with agricultural tools, horse-drawn carriages and country crafts.

Brandbygegaard is a farm located in idyllic rural surroundings near Horsens Fjord. The charismatic owners run an organic farm, winery and brewhouse, and events such as pop-up restaurant and markets are regularly organized.

Experience Horsens Fjord from the water and get your muscles moving at the same time. At Horsens City Camping you can rent a sea kayak or a SUP board for two hours, four hours or a day and have a memorable experience on one of Denmark's most beautiful inlets.

This internationally acclaimed 27-hole golf course, that won the award for best new golf course in the world in 2010, is located beautifully between the forests of Horsens Fjord. Try golfing for the first time on the lovely pay & play course.

Experience the world’s largest collection of Ferguson tractors in idyllic rural surroundings. Take your family to learn more about the historic old tractor at the museum exhibition before heading into the barns where you will find several hundred more tractors.

In the idyllic village of Haldrup you find this Japanese-inspired open garden with streams, lakes, cosy seating areas and a vast number of topiaries. Enjoy the sight of the tame Koi carps and visit the gallery where the colourful paintings of the owner are exhibited.

Enjoy a creative break at the tiny art house Det Grafiske Magasin on Hjarnø. Join a workshop, browse through the art or simply relax on the small island with a freshly brewed cup of barista coffee.

In the midst of Alrø lies the island's old school, which today serves as both a residence and gallery for the artist Tine Mynster. Here, you can experience her colourful acrylic paintings and perhaps engage in a good conversation with the owner herself. And who knows – you might just find the perfect piece of art for your private space.