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The culture at the Northwest coast

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You will meet the culture of the Northwest coast at the many museums, castles, churches and manor houses. Here, great personalities from history have left behind exciting stories which everyone will be drawn into.

Great cultural experiences

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Hirtshals Fyr (Lighthouse)
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Hirtshals Fyr (Lighthouse)

Discover Hirtshals' beautiful landmark, which with its 35 meters proudly glows over the town. From the top of the lighthouse there are beautiful views of the west coast, the sea and the town. Learn mo...

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The Bunker Museum Hirtshals 10th Battery
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The Bunker Museum Hirtshals 10th Battery

Dive into the story and see how German soldiers lived during World War II. Explore the 69 bunkers associated with the 3.5 km trench. Join a guided tour during the summer.

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Herregården Odden (manor house)
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Herregården Odden (manor house)

Visit Denmark's northernmost manor house which houses a large collection of artist J.F. Willumsen's works. In the horse stable, Oddens history is shown for 500 years. Enjoy the nature and area and vis...

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Hirtshals Museum (regional museum)
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Hirtshals Museum (regional museum)

The museum is housed in an old fisherman's home and shows the city's history. Learn more about the history of the "bjesk", and about the "bjesk" queen Signe Hansen. In the summer, old fishermen displa...

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Rubjerg Knude
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Rubjerg Knude

Rubjerg Knude Lighthouse Moves

Rubjerg Knude Fyr is one of North Jutland's major tourist attractions. Right on the edge of the impressive Rubjerg Knude sand dune stands the lighthouse. From the top o...

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Maarup Church
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Maarup Church

Mårup Kirke was built in the early 13th century and since then it has only gone one way for the small village church.

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Børglum Abbey
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Børglum Abbey

Art and historical experience.

Børglum Abbey has an impressive 13th century cathedral. Access to 3000 m2 historical and artistic exhibition on Stygge Krumpen and Chr. Michael Rottbøll. In 2011, the a...

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Museum for Papirkunst (paperart)

Museum for Paper Art is the only art centre in Scandinavia that focuses solely on paper: cut, folded, shaped, ripped, or carved. We invite you to experience impressive and fascinating contemporary pap...

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Lodbjerg Lighthouse in Thy National Park
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Lodbjerg Lighthouse in Thy National Park

In the centre of Denmark's largest wilderness - National Park Thy - lies Lodbjerg Lighthouse.

The lighthouse was built in 1883 of granite blocks from Bohus in Sweden and is located on a 13 meter high...

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The North Atlantic Lighthouse in Hanstholm

The North Atlantic Lighthouse in Hanstholm - the meeting place between art and nature. The Hanstholm Lighthouse of the future works with art, nature and people.

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Thisted Museum (Museet for Thy og Vester Hanherred)

Thisted Museum is in the process of rebuilding.

We expect that in the spring of 2023 we will be able to welcome guests inside a museum that appeals to today's audience.

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Bunker Museum Hanstholm - Denmark's largest bunker museum

Visit Bunker Museum Hanstholm and discover Northern Europe's largest WWII battery complex.

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Sneglehuset - The snail house
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Sneglehuset - The snail house

The snail house in Thyborøn is completely unique. - lined with thousands of snail shells and conch shells both inside and out.

Fisherman Alfred Pedersen was a true artist with a great deal of patienc...

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Sea War Museum Jutland
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Sea War Museum Jutland

Sea War Museum Jutland in Thyborøn tells the story of the naval war in the North Sea during the First World War with emphasis on the largest naval battle in world history - the Battle of Jutland, whic...

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Bovbjerg Lighthouse
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Bovbjerg Lighthouse

Bovbjerg Fyr today functions as a cultural center and is run by 160 volunteers who come up with crazy, fun and fun events, where the community is a major driver.

You can experience everything from cl...

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Strandingsmuseum St. George
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Strandingsmuseum St. George

In 2019, Strandingsmuseum St. George received the European Museum Award "The Silletto Prize" for its strong local anchoring and dissemination in a captivating way.

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Nørre Vosborg Manor
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Nørre Vosborg Manor

Nørre Vosborg is a unique manor house with a history of 700 years. With this quote,

Hans Edward Nørregaard-Nielsen has pinpointed the special atmosphere of Nørre Vosborg:

“Nørre Vosborg is the place w...

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VW & Retro Museum Ulfborg
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VW & Retro Museum Ulfborg

VW & Retro Museum Ulfborg is a family museum in West Jutland, which guarantees memories of "the good old days"

- here is everything the heart desires within VW cars and accessories, as well as a larg...

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DanCenter Hanherred/Blokhus/Løkken
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DanCenter Hanherred/Blokhus/Løkken

DanCenter Holiday Homes in Blokhus and Jammer Bay
For many years, DanCenter has rented out holiday homes in the popular Jammer Bay in north Jutland. DanCenter has more than 350 beautiful holiday homes ...

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Vendsyssel Teater - theatre
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Vendsyssel Teater - theatre

One of the country’s most successful regional theatres. A short walk from Hjørring station and pedestrian precinct.

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Vendsyssel Museum of Art
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Vendsyssel Museum of Art

Four floors with modern Danish art and crafts.

At Vendsyssel Kunstmuseum you can experience newer Danish art and crafts associated with North Jutland.

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Vendsyssel Historiske Museum
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Vendsyssel Historiske Museum

Vendsyssel Historiske (Historical) Museum, Hjørring
Vendsyssel Historical Museum is a treasure trove of all the good stories from throughout Vendsyssel in fantastic settings.

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