Frederikshavn

• Frederikshavn describes itself as the northernmost municipality on the European continent.
• Frederikshavn was originally named Fladstrand, until 1818 where it was changed to Frederikshavn.
• Frederikshavn translates to "Frederik's harbour", named after Danish King Frederik VI.

Tourist office

• Frederikshavn Tourist Office

  phone: +45 9842 3266
  address: Skandiatorv 1, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Generel tourist information, Fishing license, Ferry tickets to Sweden and Norway, Tickets for concerts and other arrangements at Det Musiske Hus and Arena Nord, Roadmaps, Bicycle maps and rental.

Passengers traveling from other parts of Denmark can reach Frederikshavn by train, bus or airplane. The journey time by train or bus from Aalborg, the nearest large town to the south, is approx. between 1 hr 10 mins - 1 hr 45 mins. (40 minutes in car). From Aalborg Airport to Frederikshavn station is the journey time approx. 1.5 hour by bus.

By train

The is located not far from the town center and this connects you to pretty much all of Denmark.
Frederikshavn is on the Hjørring, Aalborg, Aarhus, Odense, Roskilde, Copenhagen, Line. It takes approximately 5 hours 50 minutes to reach Copenhagen and is operated by DSB
There is also a train line between Frederikshavn and Skagen, known as Skagensbanen, which is operated by Nordjyske Jernbaner and stops in Strandby, Jerup and Ålbæk. It takes approximately 40 minutes to reach Skagen.

By bus

X-bus from Aalborg.

By boat

Frederikshavn can be reached by ferry from Norway (Oslo) and Sweden (Gothenburg) and connects Læsø Island to Jutland.

• operates the route Gothenburg - Frederikshavn which takes 2 hours with Stena Line Express and 3 hours 15 min. with Stena Danica/Jutlandica and the route Oslo - Frederikshavn which takes 12 hours.
• operates the route Læsø - Frederikshavn which takes 90 min.

By car

• From Aalborg: Use the E45 northbound to Frederikshavn.
• From Aarhus: Use the E45 northbound to Frederikshavn via Aalborg.
• From Hirtshals: Use the E39 to Hjørring and from there use Road 35 towards Frederikshavn.

Frederikshavn does have a public bus system, that mainly connects the rim areas of the city with the city centre. For getting around in the centre, walking is the easiest solution, given the size of the area.
Frederikshavn has a public bike system, where bikes can be borrowed for free, with a DKK 100 depost in one of the bicycle hubs (at the tourist agency, by most hotels and at the camp site). The bicycles are available from Easter until November. The bikes can be used to getting around to attractions, outside of Frederikshavn city centre easily, as the city has, and expands on, a quite well functioning web of bicycle paths and roads and it is also possible to take the bike with you on the train to Skagen if space is available.
Getting around in own car is rather easy, as Frederikshavn has quite a number of parking areas, of which the majority is free. City centre is an exception to this, with a couple of paid parking areas.

• Bangsbo Museum

  phone: +45 9842 3111
  address: Dr. Margrethesvej 6, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Bangsbo Museum is located in an old manor house, surrounded by a moat, a small botanical garden and a forest playground. The museum houses exhibitions about the Danish Resistance during World War II, ships and sailing history and textiles. Bangsbo Museum is now a part of Nordjyllands Kystmuseum.

• Cloos Tower

  phone: +45 9848 6069
  address: Brønderslevvej 61
  Observation tower of 60 meter at 160 meter above sea level. This is the most famous landmark of town. The top is reached by stairs or elevator and gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape. The tower was built in 1962 at the initiative of Christian Cloos. It has a small shop with snacks and souvenirs. You can sit down in the tower or outside for a picnic.

• Fiskerklyngen

  phone: +45 98423266
  address: Strandgade
  This is a cluster of fishermen's cottages in oldest part of Frederikshavn origianlly from the 16th century, but the houses you can see now are from the 18th century.

• Gunpowder Tower

  phone: +45 9843 1919, +45 9842 3111
  address: Kragholmen 2
  Martello tower built in 1686-1690. The top floor (cannon deck) houses a range of artillery. The lower floors have exhibitions of the history of Fladstrand and the harbor. Citadel Fladstr. was used as a base by the Danish Navy during the Great Northern War (1709–20) and the war against GB (1807–14). Tordenskioldsdage is a historic festival that with a spectacular staging of the Powder Tower brings the audience back to the year 1717.

• Hirsholm

  phone: +45 29 80 14 38
  address: Frederikshavn Havn, Pier 5
  Hirsholm is one of six small islands 7 km to the northeast of Frederikshavn: Hirsholm, Græsholm, Lilleholm, Deget, Tyvholm and Kølpen. Only Hirsholm is inhabited, with 17 houses and a 27 metre high lighthouse from 1886. Besides being noted for it's high population of birds, Hirsholm also sports some excellent beaches and a relatively large number of bunkers, dating back to World War II.

• Northern Entrenchment

  phone: +45 9842 3266
  Defensive works built by German troops 1627-29 to protect them against the Danish Navy.

• Beach

  phone: +45 9845 5037
  address: Nordre Strandvej 22, 9900 Frederikshavn
  In the northern part of Frederikshavn, there is also a nice beach. You can easily get here by bike, and it can be worth it spending some time at the beach. During the summer there is imported Italian palms, beach volley courts and barbecue. Also close to a Small marina with a restaurant. Enjoy the view of Hirsholmene.

• Knivholt Manor

  phone: +45 9843 4855
  address: Hjørringvej 180B
  The Manor dates back to 13th century but have burned down on several occasions. Current buildings dates back to 17th century. Close to Knivholt Forrest. There are several event at and near the Manor during the year, like open-air concerts, festivals, markets and shows.

• Bangsbo Fort Bunker Museum

  phone: +45 9842 3111, +45 98428844, +45 96214614
  address: Understedvej 21, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Bangsbo Fort was built by the Germans during the Second World War, and known as Stützpunktgruppe Frederikshavn Süd. In 1944 it was armed with 15 cm guns from the Danish Navy ship Niels Juel. During the Second World War the Germans built more than 70 concrete bunkers on the fort with 34 heavy and 17 light concrete bunkers and 30 other different concrete bunker systems. The fort belongs to the Danish Navy and since 2005 Nordjyllands Kystmuseum has rented large parts of the fort which is no longer in use, to tell the story about the fort.

• FunHouse Frederikshavn

  phone: +45 9842 9350
  address: Apholmenvej 39
  Indoor playground for children, there is arcade machines, jumping castle, trampolines and lots more. Also has a café.

• Frederikshavn Golf Klub

  phone: +45 9843 5588
  address: Oddervej 60, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Golf course with a bistro.

• Det Musiske Hus

  phone: +45 9620 1050
  address: Rådhus Allé 98, 9900 Frederikshavn
  A self-governing cultural center in fusion with Arena Nord. Experience theater, a wide selection of concerts within many genres, stand up, lectures, drama and visual arts, etc.

• Arena Nord

  phone: +45 9620 1050
  address: Harald Nielsens Plads 9, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Arena Nord is with its 7000m2 the largest cultural, conference and sports center north of Limfjorden.

• Den Syvende Himmel

  phone: +45 9841 0013
  address: Tordenskjoldsgade 3, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Wellness Spa & Beauty.

• Frederikshavn Swimbaths

  phone: +45 9845 8800
  address: Parallelvej 8, 9900 Frederikshavn
  The city swim hall is near the center of the city and 100m from the pedestrian street. Fitness and massage and a cafeteria.

• Palads Teatret

  phone: +45 9842 1189
  address: Danmarksgade 26, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Cinema

Festivals and events

• Cup No.1

  phone: +45 2257 9910
  address: Fodboldvej 7, 9900 Frederikshavn
  A youth soccer tournament for both boys and girls. Held week 28 every year. Many teams from several nations attend.

• Rock in Frederikshavn

  address: Hjørringvej 180A, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Music festival.

Frederikshavn has a small pedestrian area, surrounding the main pedestrian street, which contains the south end of Danmarksgade and north end of Søndergade. The main pedestrian street is approximately 750 metres long, and the area houses a number of retail shops with various consumer goods, such as clothes, telecom shops, radio/TV shops and restaurants.
For bigger shops such as supermarkets, DIY retailers, furniture shops and such, the north/west end of the city houses the majority of those along Hjørringvej between Suderbovej/Knivholtvej and Toftegårdsvej/Maigårdsvej.
Opening hours follows those otherwise found in Denmark; supermarkets are mainly open between 09:30 and 18:00, other shops between 10:00 and 17:30 and restaurants between 11:00/16:30 and 22:30-23:00.

Budget

• Frederikshavner Grillen

  phone: +45 9843 1360
  address: Gammel Skagensvej, 9900 Frederikshavn

• Blue Burger Frederikshavn

  phone: +45 9842 1513
  address: Tordenskjoldsgade 5, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Burger restaurant.

• Skippers Grill

  phone: +45 9842 3789
  address: Søndergade 133, 9900 Frederikshavn

Mid-range

• Moby Dick Frederikshavn

  phone: +45 9843 4017
  address: Boensgade 6, 9900 Frederikshavn
  A restaurant located near city center. Seafood Restaurant.

• Restaurant Empire

  phone: +45 9842 6002
  address: Tordenskjoldsgade 3, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Serves a selection of American and Mexican dishes, burgers and pizza.

• Jerry’s Restaurant & Brewery

  phone: +45 9842 8600
  address: Amaliegade 2, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Bar & Grill. Motto: Good food & friendly service. Burger, pizza, sandwiches and more.

• Restaurant FRIDA

  phone: +45 7070 7488
  address: Havnegade 5, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Lunch- and grillbuffet, also has Grill Take Away.

• 2takt Café & Brasserie

  phone: +45 9840 8090
  address: Søndergade 18A, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Brunch, Café & Brasserie, Deli and Take Away.

• Milan Pizza

  phone: +45 9840 8080
  address: Lodsgade 3D, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Italian pizzeria.

• Restaurant Bone's Frederikshavn

  phone: +45 8817 8819
  address: Havnegade 8, 9900 Frederikshavn
  American-inspired food in authentic surroundings or take away.

• Karma Sushi Frederikshavn

  phone: +45 9843 2201
  address: Lodsgade 10, 9900 Frederikshavn
  This is the very first of the restaurants in the Karma Sushi chain.

• Bai Sheng

  phone: +45 9842 3388
  address: Søndergade 3A, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Chinese Restaurant

• Café Stæhr

  phone: +45 9842 2422
  address: Danmarksgade 42, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Café

Splurge

• Restaurant Panorama

  phone: +45 9842 4200
  address: Havnepladsen 1, 9900 Frederikshavn
  From the top floor of Hotel Jutlandia where the restaurant is located you have a stunning view of the harbor front.

• Restaurant Møllehuset

  phone: +45 9843 4400
  address: Skovallèen 45, 9900 Frederikshavn
  A restaurant a few kilometers southeast of the city center, located in Bangsbo. Some of the oldest buildings in Frederikshavn. Seasonal menu prepared with the different ingredients of the season.

• John Bull Pub

  phone: +45 9842 4200
  address: Havnepladsen 1, 9900 Frederikshavn
  A pub near city center with draft beer, and there are pool tables and darts.

• Old Irish Pub

  phone: +45 3054 2389
  address: Skandiatorv 4, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Pub combined with a nightclub for the mature crowd.

• Buddy Holly Frederikshavn

  phone: +45 2681 5440
  address: Søndergade 9, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Bar.

• Freddy´s Bar

  phone: +45 4598 4265, +45 2043 7740
  address: Havnegade 9B, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Bar with live music every weekend.

• Fregatten

  phone: +45 9842 2066
  address: Danmarksgade 45, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Bar

Budget

• Danhostel Frederikshavn City

  phone: +45 9842 1475
  address: Læsøgade 18, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Offers 25 rooms with en suite bathroom, 2 rooms with bath in the corridor. 3 small annex appartments with bath and toilet. 107 beds. Cafeteria, lounge, garden, guest kitchen. Breakfast buffet. Wireless internet.

• Hotel Frederikshavn Seamen’s Home

  phone: +45 9842 0977
  address: Tordenskjoldsgade 15B, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Offers 53 rooms with shower/toilet/hairdryer/phone/cable TV. Restaurant, meeting rooms, Internet café, wireless Internet access in all rooms, elevator, free parking. TV/living room with poolbillard and dart. The reception desk is open 24 hours. The hotel is located 50m from E45 highway. It is close to the pedestrian street. 2 Jan-22 Dec.

• Hotel Lisboa

  phone: +45 9842 2133
  address: Søndergade 248, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Three star hotel. 32 double rooms which are equipped with private bathroom, telephone, radio and a colour TV with access to satellite channels. Family restaurant, large garden and carpark. Close to the Deer Park and the Bangsbo area. 2 Jan-23 Dec.

• Herman Bang Bed & Breakfast

  phone: +45 9842 2166
  address: Skolegade 2, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Offers 30 rooms where 22 have own shower, toilet and TV. Private parking. All rooms renovated in January 2007.. 10 Jan-20 Dec.

• Hotel 1987

  phone: +45 9843 1987
  address: Havnegade 8E, Damsgaards Plads
  Offers 28 rooms where all rooms have bath, TV and minibar. Tel., family rooms, parking. Close to supermarket. Small but cosy hotel.

• Nordstrand Camping

  phone: +45 9842 9350
  address: Apholmenvej 40, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Camping, caravans and cabins. Wireless internet.

• BB Hotel Frederikshavn, Turisthotellet

  phone: +45 7022 5530
  address: Margrethevej 5, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Self-service hotel with Free WiFi.

Mid-range

• Best Western Hotel Herman Bang

  phone: +45 9842 2166
  address: Tordenskjoldsgade 3, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Offers 60 rooms with/without shower. Various rooms available – from business to family rooms suites and apartments. Car park. Color TV. American restaurant. Walking distance of Frederikshavns train station and the harbour, located at the very center of Frederikshavn. Also has spa & wellness. 2 Jan, 22 Dec.

• Park Hotel Frederikshavn

  phone: +45 9842 2255
  address: Jernbanegade 7, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Offers 20 rooms with all comforts. Wireless Internet. Parking. Restaurant/library bar/patio. 300m from the port with ferries to Gothenburg, Oslo and Læsø. 11 Jan-19 Dec.

• Scandic The Reef

  phone: +45 9843 3233
  address: Tordenskjoldsgade 14, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Offers 210 rooms, including 12 superior rooms and two top-suites. Rooms with writing desk and telephone, TV with in house movies, ironing board, minibar and free internet in several rooms. 111 family rooms for two adults and two children. 20 meeting and breakout rooms. Sub-tropical water park, fitness room, sauna, table tennis, restaurant, brasserie and nightclub. Free public car park. Free WiFi. From 300 Kr

Splurge

Internet

• Frederikshavn Library

  phone: +45 9845 9100
  address: Parallelvej 16, 9900 Frederikshavn
  The library offer free internet access for one hour at a time. Also possible to use printer and copy machine at a cost.

• The Port of Frederikshavn

  phone: +45 9620 4700
  address: Færgehavnsvej 9, 9900 Frederikshavn
  Offers everyone having business at the ferry port access to fast and free internet connection. The guests frequenting the port are even provided with an additional service, as the opening page facilitates information about e.g. events taking place in the town, weather forecasts, and timetables for ferry, train and bus.

There are lots of beautiful nature areas around, easily accessible by car. There are also several smaller cities in Frederikshavn municipality which offers cosy small town feel.

• Sæby - Small town with a seaport.
• Skagen - Denmark's northernmost town with a thriving tourist industry.
• Strandby - Small coastal town 4 km north of Frederikshavn.
• Ålbæk - Also a smaller coastal town.
• Østervrå
• Elling - Small village where the Elling Å stream is and a 13th-century church.
• Kilden
• Gærum
• Dybvad - Quiet small town situated in the south of Frederikshavn. Dybvad hosts an open air music festival in August, called Dybvad Open Air.
• Ravnshøj
• Jerup - Here State Prison of Kragskovhede is located.
• Voerså