Summer on Bornholm

A holiday on Bornholm during summer is almost a guaranteed hit for both young and old. The many hours of sunshine and the white sandy beaches offer hours of true beach "hygge". The small harbours and the charming towns are buzzing with life while the many restaurants and smoke houses welcome you inside to a taste of Bornholm's pantry.

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Nyd de lune sommeraftener i Svaneke på Bornholm

Nikolaj Beyer

Summer holiday on Bornholm

Crystal clear water, fine sandy beaches, warm cliffs and long summer nights. These are some of the best things, Bornholm has to offer in the summer. Look forward to a buzzing harbour life, freshly smoked herring and homemade ice cream on Denmark's best holiday island.

Summer on Bornholm is the most popular time of the year among the island's visitors. Many are attracted by the many hours of sunshine, the charming harbour towns and the fantastic swimming spots. During the summer months, Bornholm abounds with both small and large gastronomic artisans with everything from small kiosks by the water to Michelin-restaurants that are only open 2-3 months a year. In other words, Bornholm is a great holiday destination for everybody, regardless of what you enjoy doing on your holiday.

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Swimming spots on Bornholm

The sea is always within reach when you're on Bornholm. If you want to spend all day on the beach or simply need a quick dip after a long bike ride, check out our favourite swimming spots right here.

Swimming spots Bornholm

Galløkken er en dejlig badestrand ved Rønne på Bornholm

FOOD & DRINK

The best ice cream on Bornholm

Do you prefer a waffle or a cup? Softice or scoops? Are you into the classic flavours or are you up for trying something new? Bornholm has it all, but where to go for the best of the best? We have gathered our favourite ice cream spots right here.

Ice cream on Bornholm

Where do you want to wake up on Bornholm?

No matter if you are looking for seaside hotels, hotels, town hotels, bed and breakfasts or boutique hotels, there is always a bed for you on Bornholm. Here on Book Bornholm, we have gathered some of the very best accommodations on Bornholm - so now it's just up to you to choose.

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Optional accommodation and ferry

Choose between all the charming accommodations on Bornholm. Book your stay as a complete package deal with return ferry included and save money on your ferry ticket.

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Bornholm by bike: 4 nights with return ferry

Experience Bornholm by bike with our 4-nights biking package. Get everything you need for a successful bicycle holiday in one place.

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Cykler på række foran Hammershus Slotsruin

Summer activities on Bornholm

In summer, Bornholm is full of activities and experiences for everyone. How about exploring Bornholm with an adventurous treasure hunt, meeting the cute animals at Lykkelund Goat Dairy and Visitor Farm or maybe you're more interested in local arts and crafts?

Bornholm Arts & Crafts Center

At Bornholm Arts & Crafts Center you can explore a large collection of Bornholmer, national and internation arts and crafts presented in seven beautifully restored rooms in an old warehouse in Hasle.

Bornholms Tekniske Samling

Step into a world of yesterday at Bornholms Tekniske Samling. Here you can explore a huge and impressive collection of objects from the last 150 years, all with some kind of relation to Bornholm.

Klatring hos Nature Park Bornholm er sjovt for alle aldre og niveauer

Anders Beier, Destination Bornholm

Climbing at Nature Park Bornholm

Go for a climb in the treetops at Nature Park Bornholm. Here are courses in several degrees of difficulty; for both young beginners and for those looking for the next big challenge.

Nature Park Bornholm

Disc golf at Nature Park Bornholm (white course)

Play disc golf on one of Denmark's most beautiful and coolest courses at Nature Park Bornholm. The course is difficult to play and requires some experience with the sport.

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Entrance to The Medieval Centre of Bornholm

Travel back in time with a visit to the large open-air museum. Discover how the lord, the peasants and the animals lived in the Middle Ages and take part in lots of fun activities.

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Soccer golf at Nature Park Bornholm

Get past obstancles while trying to kick the ball into the hole with the fewest shots possible. The course has 18 holes, is surrounded by beautiful nature and is fun for all ages.

More summer on Bornholm

Where to go for the island's best freshly smoked fish and what is fun for children on Bornholm? Find even more inspiration for your summer holiday on Bornholm in our articles where we give tips and recommendations for your holiday.

Inspiration for your holiday on Bornholm

Her får du en lækker frokost på Bornholm

Enjoy lunch on Bornholm

Hunger naturally strikes in the middle of the day, but where do you go to satiate it? Read more about our favourite lunch spots on Bornholm here.

sol og strand på Galløkken strand ved Rønne på Bornholm

Swimming spots on Bornholm

Long, sandy beaches, or cliffs and hidden gems? There are loads of wonderful swimming spots on Bornholm. Read more about them here.

The best ice cream on Bornholm

Bornholm is packed with great ice cream parlours and dairies that serve delicious and refreshing ice cream. We guide you to some of the best ice cream places on Bornholm.

En cykelferie på Bornholm tager dig igennem smukke skove og langs den varierede kyststrækning

Bike routes on Bornholm

Bornholm has many bike routes that leads you through local history as well as the astonishing landscape. Read more about the bike routes here.

Bornholm's top 5 smokehouses

What would a holiday on Bornholm be without visiting one (or two) of the island's several smokehouses? This is our list of the top 5 contenders for Bornholm's best smokehouse.

Sjov oplevelse for børn hos NaturBornholm på Bornholm

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9 activities for children on Bornholm

Bornholm has a sea of fun and educational activities for all ages. So, where to go? Here are our 9 favourite activities for children on Bornholm.

Hos Spektakel i Gudhjem er der udelukkende udeservering, og derfor lukker spisestedet også ned for sæsonen ultimo august

The island's best restaurants

"What's for dinner?" is a question we've all heard or asked multiple times in our lives. We try to answer it.

Far og to børn ror i en lille jolle på en sø

Nikolaj Beyer, Destination Bornholm

Bornholm for kids

Do you want to see some animals, play on the beach, or find somewhere to have a nice meal? Read more about our child-friendly favourites on the island.

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Water activities

Feel the wind in your hair and try out your sea legs with water activities along the coastline. We have put together a list of our favourites here.