Autumn holiday in Sønderborg

Kim Toft Jørgensen

Autumn offers many activities in Sønderborg and the nature is showing from its very best.

The autumn holiday is a perfect time for getting away from the daily stress and embrace the family, sweetheart or friends with some extra cosiness.

Visit Sønderborg and experience the war of 1864 in extraordinary authentic ways, experience the smell of gunpowder, go outdoors on a hike along the beautiful Gendarme Path or join one of the many activities.

Mojn – see you in Sønderborg!

The larger museums

History Centre Dybbøl Banke

Cover your ears and sense the smell of gun powder, as the cannon is fired at History Centre Dybbøl Banke. Experience the war in 1864, cast bullets and enjoy hot pan cakes with your family.

Sønderborg Castle

The historically significant castle, which lies along the water in Sønderborg, is not only beautiful to look upon, but also exciting to experience from within. Explore the magnificent building with the rich history.

Dybbøl Mill - the museum

National symbol of Danish bravery and museum.

Cathrinesminde Brickworks Museum

At the scenic bay, Broager Vig, you will find the brickwork museum, one of the few preserved ring kiln brickworks in Denmark, appointed in 2007 as national industrial heritage monument.Here you can see the machinery and explore the drying barns with the red brick tiled roof and get an ex...

Indoor activities

Enjoy Resorts Marina Fiskenæs - Water park

Ready to splash and playWhen it is time for relaxation and the kids wants to go to the water, you will find the subtopic water park an obvious opportunity. We offer a climbing wall and a 50m long waterslide.The smallest children can play in the 33° warm children’s swimming pool togethe...

Nordborg Swimming bath

The swimming baths in Nord-Als Sports Center are decorated with one of Denmark´s largest stained glass panels.There is a sports pool and a training pool with sauna.The facilities are used by schools and local swimming clubs for daily training, and are also open for daily public swimming. H...

Humlehøj Hallen

Two pools. Children's pool. Water temp. 27-29-33 degrees. Diving boards 1, 3 and 5 m. Handicap lift.Except from the opening hours "for alle" where everyone is welcome in the pool, there is also individual opening hours for women over 16 years, elderly people or adults only.Women = Kvin...

Fire wagon at Egen Egnssamling near Guderup on island Als

Smaller Museums and Collections

You´ll find many smaller museum and collections in the Sønderborg-area, results of the efforts by single persons or groups of volunteers.

Arts and crafts

Visit the many art galleries, workshops and craftsmen in the Sønderborg-area

Café Krea

Be creative in Café Krea:Make unique jewellerySew, knit, crochet etc.Paint and decorateCut, punch and glueCraft in the wood workshopLet th...

Kinorama Sønderborg

Kinorama in Sønderborg is a cinema setting up new standards within the cinema world.

FUN BOWLING /FAMILY FUN

Fun Bowling in Sønderborg is Southern Jutland's largest bowling centre with 16 fully-automatic AMF lanes.Outdoors, we have 12 mini courses on artificial grass. Come and play with family and friends, and enjoy the weather along with refreshments in our cosy café.Children are welcome. The co...

Bowl´n´Fun Sønderborg

Bowl'n'Fun Sønderborg is part of Denmark's largest chain of bowling and entertainment centres.You and your family or friends can entertain your-self through:BowlingMinigolfLaser HeroHappies Play LandEscape rooms – Hunters lodge & Jack the RipperVirtual Reality – Mission Z for Zombie hu...

Escape House Sønderborg

5 star rated Escape Room experience for the entire family

Outdoor activities

Equifree Horse wagon rides and Horse rental

Equifree offers horse drawn wagon rides in the forest Gråstenskovene and the city of Gråsten. We use a large carriage with space for approx. 14 people...

Vollerup Minigolf and Play ground

A great place for kids.Petanque, trampoline, table tennis, Mobilus, minigolf, animals, playground, climbing wall, playing field, campfire and roofed g...

Als Football Golf

IDEA OF THE YEAR: FOOTBALL GOLFWhether it’s a holiday, a family outing, a work outing, a stag or a hen do, or just a fun day out together, try out som...

Als Segway

Children and adults can challenge each other on the Segway at Als SegwayAfter a thoroughly introduction by our guide, the family gets the opportunit...

Segway tour on Dybbøl Banke with guide

Enjoy a beautiful segway tour in Sønderborg! The tour will provide you with a unique insight into what happend in the area during the war of 1864. Our...

Sønderborg Racing Center

Grand Prix: A grand prix consist of 3 heat per competitor. It starts with a thorough instruction, and everyone gets a test drive before it starts.Firs...

Nature calls

The Gendarme Path LQT hiking route of 84 km

The Gendarme Path - 84 km LQT hike

Welcome to Denmark's first European Leading Quality Trail (LQT). The Gendarme Path offers 84 km of certified quality hiking through some of the most beautiful nature in Denmark

Alsstien - 64 km of rambling joy

From Hardeshøj the path leads you through scenic nature and hilly terrain on North-Als, through the beautiful forest Nørreskoven Als to Fynshav and alongside the coast and past weaving fields and hedgerows to Drejet on South-Als.

Path Augustenborgstien at Augustenborg Castle on island Als

Hiking and walking

You can also choose a shorter hike or walking tour on the island, at Broagerland or at Gråsten in the Sønderborg-area.

Time stands still in forest Nørreskoven on the island Als in the Sønderborg-area

A walk in the woods

Listen to the wind in the treetops high above. Let our beautiful forests invite you to play and explore wonders of nature.

Great crested grebe on the island Als in the Sønderborg-area

Bird watching

Bring your monocular on your holiday to Holiday Island øen Als, Broagerland and the forest Gråstenskovene, the various and scenic landscape of the Sønderborg-area is rich on bird life.

Red bikes in front of the city hall in Sønderborg

Go bike riding

On island Als and in the Sønderborg-area we have good cycling paths leading you through the scenic landscapes. There is routes for a cosy bike ride through the city, the woods or a long ride round the Holiday Island Als.

Flyangler at the coast of island Als in the Sønderborg-area

Angling from the coast surrounding island Als and at inlet Flensborg Fjord

Along the 258 kilometre coastline at island Als and inlet Flensborg Fjord in the Sønderborg-area, you will find many good angling spots.

Horseback holiday on Als Bridle Route in the Sønderborg-area

Als Bridle Route - 100 kilometre on horseback

Discover the island Als in a new way - go horsebackriding in your holiday and enjoy our beautiful riding route.

Spa and wellness

Alsik Nordisk Spa & Wellness

Alsik Nordic Spa & Wellness is the biggest spa in Denmark, meticulously designed down to the last detail to create a perfect sensory experience just for you.You can explore more than 60 different spa and wellness experiences dispersed over more than 4,500 square metres and four floors.

Enjoy Resorts Marina Fiskenæs - Wellness

Wellness for everyoneThe beautiful surroundings provide a relaxed atmosphere with a unique view of the harbour and the sailing boats.Our wellness on the first floor offers a special herbal- and light sauna along with Turkish Hamam and saunagus (steam sauna therapy where ethereal oils a...