North-eastern Jutland - a paradise for the young ones

North-eastern Jutland is famous for its small cosy seaside towns with the lively harbours and the many child-friendly beaches. Here the water is shallow and the sea, the Kattegat, shows the best side of its character. Some places, the white sandy beaches are replaced by water-meadows and lagoons with a rich bird life.
The hinterland is characterized by large moors, hilly landscapes and plantations. Here you will also find many old and interesting village churches, castles, manor houses and historic monuments.

Culture

The area dates back a long time. You can almost feel the presence of Tordenskjold by your side when you visit the tower Krudttårnet in Frederikshavn.
Don't miss a day on the harbour in Hals, where you will find live music and market days throughout the summer.

Activities

Aalborg Zoo The whole area along the coast invites water activities. Bathing, windsurfing and all sorts of yachting head the list, but the area is also ideal for anglers as it is possible to fish directly from the beach, from a boat on the sea or in the many streams, lakes and Put & Take fishponds in the hinterland. Golf players also have good possibilities in north eastern Jutland.
The varying hinterland is ideal for bicycle rides or hikes. Visit e.g. woods, bird sanctuaries, castles and manor houses on your way.

Cities/Towns

In north eastern Jutland you can spend hours inhaling the evocative atmosphere in the many small fishing villages along the coast. The seaside towns are bursting with activity.
Frederikshavn is one of northern Jutland's best commercial towns with plenty of shops and cafés. From here you can go on a 1-day trip to Sweden or the island Læsø.
Sæby: The charming town is characterized by old well-preserved houses, cobbled streets, the water mill by the stream Sæby Å, a cosy marina and a lovely child-friendly beach.
Hals: This holiday town has a lively and cosy harbour atmosphere. You can take 5 minutes ferry trip from here across the Liim Fiord to Egense.
Aalborg: The old town center of Aalborg offers galleries, shops and the legendary street Jomfru Ane Gade, Denmark's longest amusement street with restaurants and bars.
Øster Hurup: The lively and evocative holiday town has a lovely bathing beach, a number of activities, a vivid night life and a modern cosy fishing harbour/marina.

Excursion spots

Voergaard Slot Tivoli Karolinelund in Aalborg is thrill and fun for the whole family - www.tivoliland.com.
In Aalborg Zoo you can meet 800 animals from all over the world - www.aalborgzoo.dk.
You will experience jungle paths, rocks, crocodiles and waterfalls in the tropical zoo Randers Regnskov - www.randersregnskov.dk.
Try out the more than 60 different activities in the amusement park Djurs Sommerland - www.djurssommerland.dk.
The charming island Læsø is located in the middle of Kattegat and has it own unique nature and culture. You can visit the island on a 1-day trip from Frederikshavn. Visit e.g. Læsø Saltsyderi - a historic salt producing workshop.
Denmark's second largest forest area, Rold Skov, covers about 80 square kilometres with hilly ground, a number of forest lakes and springs, varied forest, a rich animal life and many walking tracks. The national park is situated south of Aalborg.