Bornholm

Travel Guide

Bornholm
Bornholm
Bornholm
Bornholm
Bornholm

Explore this picturesque island in the Baltic Sea, which features ancient buildings, hills, forests, sunny beaches and an absorbing Viking history.

Viking heritage, coastal walks and, unusually for Denmark, plenty of sunshine are Bornholm's calling cards. This Baltic island is situated approximately 124 miles (200 kilometers) east of the Danish capital, and is a place of history and great scenic beauty.

Bornholm's main town is Ronne, a west coast ferry port of cobblestone streets and half-timbered houses. Learn something of its past with a visit to the Bornholm Museum. See Viking artifacts, old clocks and gilded weaponry. Venture northeast from here to find the Østerlars Kirke. This is the largest of the island’s four medieval round churches and is thought to date back to the middle of the 12th century.

To the north, enjoy the tranquil locale of Hasle surrounded by pine woods, beaches and coastal cliffs. See ancient herring smokehouses with their distinctive square chimneys. Here, large batches of fish are smoked for hours in wood-fired ovens.  

Bornholm is one of the sunniest spots in Denmark and there are many days when you can unwind on a beach. Find them dotted all round the island, from secluded spots to family-friendly sandy expanses with clear, shallow water. Head to the pure white sands of Dueodde Beach, which extends for several miles across the island's southern tip. Climb up Dueodde Lighthouse, said to be the tallest lighthouse in Denmark.

Another delightful spot by the sea is the attractive resort of Allinge-Sandvig on Bornholm’s northern coast. While you are here, visit the ruins of Hammershus, an ancient castle built to defend the island. It is thought that the oldest section dates back to the 12th century.

Explore more of Bornholm’s scenery with a hike through Slotslyngen, a diverse landscape on the northern tip. Follow the coastal path through forests of pine and oak and by rock formations. Venture to Paradisbakkerne, a group of hills known as the Hills of Paradise. 

Reach Bornholm’s beaches and historic sites via a 30-minute flight from Copenhagen into Ronne Airport. Get around by rental car, bus or bicycle. The mild climate makes for easy riding. 

Griffen Spahotel

Griffen Spahotel

4 out of 5
Nordre Kystvej 34, Ronne
The price is CA $284 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
CA $284
CA $356 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ronne. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Diamond Spa of Bornholm and Susanne Sarup are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (977 reviews)
Rekommenderar
"Perfekt, verkligen prisvärt trots högre pris."

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2025

Griffen Spahotel
Fredensborg Badehotel

Fredensborg Badehotel

4 out of 5
Strandvejen 116, Ronne
The price is CA $343 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
CA $343
CA $429 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Ronne. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Defence Museum and Eva Brandt Keramiker are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (207 reviews)
"Spectacular place and absolutely beautiful. Property itself has a lot to offer."

Reviewed on Jun. 9, 2025

Fredensborg Badehotel
Strandhotellet Sandvig

Strandhotellet Sandvig

2.5 out of 5
7 Strandpromenaden, Allinge
The price is CA $214 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
CA $214
CA $267 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Allinge. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Hammerknuden, Slotslyngen and Galleri Huz 16 are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (110 reviews)
Never reserve a room here
"Worst experience ever….arrived after long day of biking only to find our reservations could not be honored because the gave our rooms to a larger group. Never received a cancellation notice. We did find another hotel at same price that was much nicer."

Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2024

Strandhotellet Sandvig
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hotel Hammersø Apartments - Adults Only

Hotel Hammersø Apartments - Adults Only

3 out of 5
Hammershusvej 89, Allinge
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Allinge. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Hammer Lake and Opal Lake are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (36 reviews)
Hyggelig placering
"Fint hotel. Søde ejere."

Reviewed on Jul. 8, 2025

Hotel Hammersø Apartments - Adults Only
Apartamenty Nexo

Apartamenty Nexo

3 out of 5
1 Jakob Hansens Vej, Nexø
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Nexø. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Bornholm Butterfly Park and Martin Andersen Nexø ...
6.6/10 (6 reviews)
Dålig beskrivning av boendet
"Rent och fint, luktar misstänkt av något gömt doft block eller dyl. Du får sova i källaren! Utan fönster ! Där finns det en ozon apparat som gör sitt bästa för att ta bort källardoften. Toa saknas i källarplan, bortmonterad! Brant trappa ner till källarplan som du måste upp för på natten om du behöver ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2024

Apartamenty Nexo
5 Person Holiday Home on a Holiday Park in Gudhjem

5 Person Holiday Home on a Holiday Park in Gudhjem

2 out of 5
Gudhjem
Stay at this vacation home in Gudhjem. Enjoy free parking, a sauna, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Ro Glasvaerksted and Gudhjem Kirke are located ...
Skønt ophold med god beliggenhed
"Perfekt ophold til familier eller venner, hvor man ønsker at bo under samme tag. Fint hus med alt hvad vi behøvede og gode faciliteter generelt i Gudhjem feriepark. Brugsen ligger i kort gågang fra ferieboliger, så man kan handle ind."

Reviewed on Sep. 23, 2024

5 Person Holiday Home on a Holiday Park in Gudhjem
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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