Here are the most undiscovered and upcoming holiday home areas on Djursland
There are plenty of hidden gems on Djursland just waiting to be explored. Here, we've created a small guide on where to look if you want to get away from the popular holiday home areas and discover something new.
Finnish cabin atmosphere in the forest
In between Gråskegårde and Stubbe Sø, you'll find a Finnish-inspired holiday home where Martin has created his exile. The cabin is insulated for year-round use, so you can experience the scenic area at any time of year. In addition to being close to the beautiful nature in Gråskegårde and Stubbe Sø, Boeslum Beach and Ree Park are also nearby.
Boeslum Beach is a fantastic place to enjoy warm summer days, where you can relax on the flower-covered beach meadow or the white sand, while soaking up the sun and warmth. The beach has been awarded the Blue Flag, which means there are good conditions for bathers and nature.
When you need to clear your head, you can always take a walk in the surrounding forest from Martin's cabin. If you're feeling extra adventurous, you can sleep in the accompanying shelter, where you can wake up to the scent of the many pine trees and fresh morning mist from the forest.
Discover Glesborg
Glesborg is a small gem on Djursland with only 577 inhabitants. Glesborg's attractions include its beautiful church from the 13th century, where several of its doors and windows have been preserved from that time. Close to Glesborg, you have the opportunity to visit Bønnerup Harbor, where pleasure boats are moored. During the summer, the harbor has summer activities that everyone can participate in.
You can also explore the summer countryside in Glesborg and visit Meilgaard Slotskro. Enjoy a good dinner there and take a walk in Meilgaard Forest. You can also go for a bike ride there and discover cozy bike paths surrounded by nature. Close to Glesborg, you'll find Fjellerup Beach, which has the Blue Flag, a bathing jetty, and shallow water. Anette has the most wonderful holiday home in Glesborg, where you can retreat after a long day out in the summer countryside. Anette's holiday home is decorated with small cozy nooks, fine details, and the possibility to watch the sunset over the water. For warm summer days, you can use the outdoor kitchen and grill, but also turn on the heat indoors on more whimsical days with the heat pump and a good book.
Farmhouse close to forest and town
Outside Balle and close to Grenaa, Marit and Kim have an idyllic farmhouse with a thatched roof and half-timbering. You'll have the sea as your neighbor, space for the whole extended family, and Katholm Forest surrounding the holiday home. Marit and Kim have meticulously crafted every detail in the house, so you get modern holiday home idyll during your stay. It's ideal to take a trip to Grenaa when you're staying in the holiday home, where you can enjoy city life. Grenaa is an old market town that offers a wealth of attractions. You can visit the harbor and buy delicious, freshly caught fish and seafood at Friskfisken. You can either buy the fresh ingredients to take home or enjoy them on site in a delicious sandwich or as a platter.
You can also stroll down the old streets of Grenaa and admire the historic houses in the town. You can also explore the Kløverstierne in Grenaa, where nature and city are connected. This can be done both on foot or by bike.
Holiday home idyll in Knebel
Near Kaløvig and Knebel, Kätte has a wooden holiday home that is down-to-earth and cozy. Surrounded by fields and nature, you will find peace, experience the rich plant and animal life on Djursland, and relax. In the area, there is a path that leads down to the Kaløvig bay. Here you can fish, swim, and enjoy the summer weather on sunny days. You also have the opportunity to take a trip to Kalø Castle Ruin and explore the castle and the surrounding nature. Knebelbro Harbor is also worth a visit, where you can look at pleasure boats and enjoy a packed lunch. The harbor also has a surf and SUP club.
If you want a real beach trip, you should go swimming at Skødshoved Beach, which has the Blue Flag, good facilities, parking, and a marina nearby. However, it should be emphasized that it is a beach where the water quickly gets deep and has a somewhat stony terrain. Therefore, bathing slippers may be a good idea to bring if you visit the beach.
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Written by Joyce Andersen
August 2022