8 things to do in Hornbæk

Whether you're into exploring the coastal nature from land or from the water, indulging in scrumptious foods or love getting cultural in far-flung museums in a unique setting, Hornbæk is the spot to do it all.

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But above all, life here revolves around the beach and the relaxed vibe that it brings. Grab a surfboard, ride your bike or stroll the beach in the sunset. Here's a list of what to get on with, while you're there.

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Hotel Hornbækhus

Hotel Hornbækhus lies in the picturesque harbor town of Hornbæk on the northern coast of Zealand, close to nature and beautiful white beaches.

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Hotel Villa Strand

The little beachfront sister of Hotel Hornbækhus, this is a beautiful fifteen-room villa with direct access to Hornbæk beach.

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The Fish Shop in Hornbæk

Welcome to Fiskehuset Hornbæk – the fish shop on the harborWe offer a large selection of fresh seafood and freshly smoked fish from our own smokehouse, as well as delicacies and a variety of homemade salads. We are known for our delicious homemade crab salad and probably the best homemade fish cakes throughout Zealand.Enjoy a delicious fish meal in our café, Café Havnekontoret, open all year round. You can sit inside or outside and enjoy the stunning views of the harbour. The cafe offers a large selection of hot and cold dishes, like homemade fish cakes with rye bread, smoked salmon with sauce verte, salad and baguette, fish fillet and French fries etc.

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Hornbæk beach

Hornbæk is one of the North Coast's most popular seaside resorts, mainly due to its kilometre-long white sandy beach.

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Rudolph Tegner's Museum & Sculpture Park – Art and Sculptures

Walk in heather-covered hills between statues of powerful men and women. Continue into Tegner's Museum, which echoes like a cathedral, and see Danish sculptor Rudolph Tegner's enormous works in plaster, marble, and bronze.

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Stand up paddle - Surfshop Hornbæk

Experience Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) in the ideal setting, and rent or buy the right equipment as well as take lessons for all levels with Hornbæk’s premiere surf shop.

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Det Fedtede Hjørne - Street Food

Known as ‘The Greasy Corner’, this beachside street food market is the very best Hornbæk has to offer and an excellent meeting place to sample a range of dishes as well as hot and cold drinks.