Østerhede - holiday houses in a hilly dune and heather area on Rømø
 The quiet and scenic holiday area Østerhede is situated on the eastern coast of Rømø, right at the Jutland Wadden Sea. From most of the holiday houses in the lovely holiday area Østerhede you can enjoy the view of the sea. The sites are large and the area is characterized by undulating dune and heather landscapes with trees as well as a rich bird life. It is possible to buy groceries in Østerhede. The area is rich in leisure activities and only 3 km from here, Havneby offers a cosy harbour area, good shopping possibilities, restaurants and a quiet unique island harbour atmosphere.
Rømø is connected with the mainland through a 10 km long dam. The lovely nature, the long wide and sandy beach, the Jutland Wadden Sea, the North Sea, the fresh sea breeze, the rich wildlife, the many birds, the well-preserved Rømø-farms and the cosy atmosphere makes Rømø an interesting holiday destination.
Beach
The water by Østerhede is not suitable for swimming, but a small and sandy beach, which is suitable for sunbathing, is available near Østerhede. Her you can enjoy the view of the Jutland Wadden Sea and perhaps find seashells.
Around 7 km towards west you will find one of Europe's most lovely bathing beaches. On the 15 km long Lakolk Strand it is possible to drive your car all the way down to the waters edge. However, you will also find traffic-free areas in the northern and southern part of the beach. The fine, completely stone-free sandy beach has shallow water, a sandy bottom, dunes and Blue Flag. Therefore, it is very suitable for children. The beach invites beach activities of every kind. Windsurfing, petanque, kite buggy driving and flying with kites are very popular here.
The difference between high and low tide is substantial, and twice a day the water level changes significantly. Therefore you are to be careful when you park your car close to the water.
Nature
The nature, surrounding Østerhede, is very varying and characterized by trees, dunes, moor landscapes with heather, the Jutland Wadden Sea and a small piece of sandy beach.
Right behind Østerhede you will find the plantation 'Vråby Plantage' with hills and winding paths, the 18 m high viewpoint 'Stagebjerg' and a marked walking walking path.
Towards north you will find the plantation 'Kirkeby Plantage' with pines, a high viewpoint-dune as well as more bridle and walking paths. The plantation 'Tvismark Plantage' by the dam equally invites walking routes and a viewpoint.
The northern part of the island has been laid out as a bird sanctuary for the many wading birds of the Jutland Wadden Sea. Seals also reside on the island, and within the later years more sperm whales have stranded on Rømø.
Rømø consists of 90% nature landscapes with large areas, covered with heather, and dune plantations, where trees and bushes bear witness of the rough North Sea wind.
Activities
At 'Kommandørgården Wellnesscenter' by Østerhede you can pamper yourselves with steam baths, Turkish hamam baths, massage, light therapy, zone therapy, facial treatment etc.
By the riding centre with Iceland ponies 'Rømø Islændercenter', by the wellness centre, both beginners and experienced riders can join a ride in the forest, in the dunes, in the marsh, on the beach and over the moors.
'Rømø Minigolf', just south of Østerhede, offers 18 different courses, petanque and a croquet-course.
The wide beach 'Lakolk Strand' invites activities like surfing, kite flying, kitebuggy driving, walks and horseback riding. Furthermore, you are able to walk on the sea floor - without getting wet - and find interesting things, brought in by the tide.
The lovely fishpond 'Rømø Lystfiskerparadis' in Juvre is easily accessible, also with a pushchair and a wheelchair (9 km).
Every year a kite- and a jazz festival are arranged on the island.
Worth a visit
Rømø Sommerland by Østerby is an amusement and activity park with more than 40 different activities, f.x. water world and minigolf course (1 km).
The doll museum 'Danmarks Mekaniske Dukkemuseum' by Østerby exhibits up to 150 years old figures.
The maritime church of Rømø is situated behind Østerhede. Inside model ships are hanging down from the sealing and outside you can see the old graves 'Kommandørstenene' (1 km).
The nature centre 'Naturcenter Tønnisgård' by Tvismark is established in an old Rømø-farm with thatched roof and displays an exhibition about the nature and culture of Rømø (6 km).
The national museum 'Kommandørgården' by Toftum is a restored farm from 1748, showing the prosperity, which was brought to Rømø by the commodores (8 km). Denmark's oldest and smallest school is also situated by Toftum. The historic school was used in the years 1784-1874.
Rømø Mini Museum in Lakolk informs about the nature of Rømø and the influence of the tide throughout the years (10 km).
Excursion spots
Skærbæk Museum is a regional museum, which has been established in a former merchant's house from 1909. The culture and history of the district is illustrated here (21 km).
Step into the world of the iron age in the park Hjemsted Oldtidspark. The centre contains a museum, an iron age farm, graves, underground passages etc. (22 km).
Visit the culture town Løgumkloster and go exploring in the interesting convent, erected by monks in the 12th. century (39 km).
Play viking for a day at the viking centre 'Lustrupholm VikingeCenter' in Denmark's oldest town Ribe, and meet with the blacksmiths, bow makers, weavers and cooks of the viking age and see their families and homes (40 km).
Treat the family to a day of fun, speed and excitement in the amusement park 'Sommerland Syd' in Tinglev. Here you will find i.a. action park, water world and an animal park (65 km).
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