Travel, taste, experience: Discover the west coast of Denmark

There’s nothing quite like summer. A slower pace, change of scenery and new experiences together with friends and family all recharge us in ways we long for in the dark of winter. Making the most of summer therefore doesn’t mean to pack your itinerary with lots of things, but rather knowing where to go when the desire to explore strikes. We have tested and tried the best places, so that you’ll have everything you need to satisfy your west coast cravings – whether it’s windsurfing or finding the best cup of coffee or cinnamon bun in the area, regardless of whether you are visiting the west coast in spring, summer, fall or winter.

Taste

If you are visiting the west coast this summer, you have a lot to look forward to. And if you are looking for where to eat, where you can get the best ice cream or what bakeries to visit, these are just a few of the culinary delights you should add to your itinerary.

• Enjoy lunch or dinner at Ruth & Co Hvide Sande
• Enjoy your morning coffee at Twenty Twenty Coffee, who have coffee bars in both Hvide Sande and Ringkøbing
• Stock up on delicious produce at Vestkystens Gårdbutik
• Enjoy an exceltonal dinner or lunch at Restaurant Nordic in Ringkøbing
• Visit one of the many fishmongers along the west coast to get fresh fish for your dinners
• Experience gourmet dining at Henne Kirkeby Kro
• Share a pizza from Storm in the sand dunes
• Enjoy ocean views and tempting seafood at Henne Mølle Å Badehotel
• Indulge in delicious baked goods and coffee from Møllers Mikrobageri in Nørre Nebel.
• Visit Lille K by Grantland in Hvide Sande for a modern twist on your seafood favourites.

Møllers Mikrobageri
Bakeries are at the heart of the Danish summer experience, and this little gem is well worth a visit. Pernille and Niels, who lived in Copenhagen, moved back to West Jutland where they are both from, and started the bakery of their dreams. With homemade jam, grains from the surrounding farms, eggs from Toftegård Økologi and coffee from a small micro roastery on Fanø and Prolog in Copenhagen, they have curated a culinary experience to get your summer days started just right. Later this year, they are driving the family van to Italy to delve into pasta and pizza and bring inspiration back home so that they can start hosting long table dinners with pizza and natural wine – so, make sure to add them to your itinerary next summer too.

Toftegård Økologi Farm Shop
If cooking with delicious fresh, local produce is essential to your summer holiday, the farm shop Toftegård Økologi is the place to go. The family business owns a farm on 110 hectares of land and supplies local restaurants like Brasserie Hav, Cafe Stranden, and Kroghuset. Here, you can buy beef, pork, chicken, lamb, and a wide variety of vegetables. This summer, they are also planning to host brunch and yoga events throughout the summer, so make sure you check their calendar if you are visiting.

Experience

Whether you want to explore charming coastal towns, eat your way through the local bakeries or have a more action packed vacation, the west coast of Denmark has something for the whole family.

• The west coast is known for its powerful waves and strong winds so it’s not surprising that it has gained status as one of the best places to surf in the Nordics. At the surf café Westwind in Hvide Sande, you can get a refreshing ice cream or affogato, soak up the sun and take surfing lessons.

• At the beach in Hvide Sande you can contribute to the process of transforming plastic waste into granules that can be used to make fun things. Join Omhu’s weekly beach cleanup where people come together and collect trash from the beach.

• Summer is all about slowing down, lowering your shoulders and taking those deep breaths that our everyday lives in the city don’t always allow. If you visit Hvide Sande, you can try beach yoga, where your experience will include warm sand between your toes, sun on your face and a refreshing dip in the ocean.

• Enjoy the rich cultural, historical and architectural experience that is FLUGT, a refugee museum on the west coast that explores what it means to flee your home as a refugee.

• The west coast is known for many things, and biking is among the very best things you can experience when visiting. The landscape har lots of charming routes leading you down winding trails through the sand dunes along the coast. Bagges Dæmning is a nice trail for the whole family, mountain bikers have a plethora of routes in the dunes, and for those who want a little bit of a challenge, the trail taking you around Rindkøbing Fjord is a great choice.

• If you love wind- or kitesurfing, paddleboarding or want to have fun in a cable park, Ringkøbing Fjord is an excellent place to visit.

• Experience Ringkøbing, a lovely little town with charming old streets.

• Explore Husby Klitplantage and spend hours in the gorgeous landscape picking a selection of mushrooms for your dinner.

• Search for amber and fossils in search of amber.

• At Tipperne there are lots of birds, and in springtime Hvide Sande gets an influx of fish, making the old fishing town a great spot for fishing. The small harbour is an excellent spot if you want to spend a few hours on your SUP board. Boards can also be rented at Bjerregård Camping.

• ‘Tyskerhavnen’ in Hvide Sande is a beautiful spot for a little stroll. Here, you can enjoy the tiny colourful fishing cottages that have been converted into holiday homes.

Here are some handpicked places to visit in west Jutland

• Enjoy this this idyllic house, at the bottom of Ringkøbing Fjord with the spectacular North Sea as its neighbour, exudes a classic seaside hotel atmosphere and light
• Visit this charming cottage nestled in the sand dune between the North Sea and Nyminde Strøm.
• Drive down the gravel road to this beautiful farm house where you’ll be greeted by the low-flying swallows and the scent of roses and honeysuckle from the garden.
• Visit Skovly, a traditional, small cottage gem with charming details, a wilderness bath and the most beautiful nature.

Travel

The west coast has a lot to offer. And besides, charming towns by the sea, ice cream shops, bakeries and a rich cultural scene, this also includes the very easy access to Denmark's neighbouring countries Germany and Norway. This means that the west coast is very easily accessible if you are travelling to a Landfolk house.

• If you are driving from Germany you simply cross the southern border of Denmark and can start your west coast adventure almost immediately. Choose the winding roads that lead you all the way along the coast from the south and explore the coastal towns and local specialities on your way to your holiday destination.

• If you are driving from Norway you catch the ferry from Larvik or Kristiansand to Hirtshals and follow the scenic roads that lead you south along the west coast. Make sure to stop along the way to enjoy local coffee, pastries, fresh seafood and the gorgeous views.

While the wide beaches and the strong winds are the best known parts of the west coast holiday experience, we hope that our tried and tested gems can inspire your very own version of the perfect holiday by the sea.