In winter, Øster Hurup is a quiet town that moves at a relaxed rhythm, but it springs to life in summer when beach-lovers and boaters descend upon its coastline. Øster Hurup is historically a small fishing village with a nearly 100-year-old fish house. Today enjoy this popular spot with a Mediterranean-like ambiance and outdoor attractions to suit all ages.
Øster Hurup Harbor is a hive of activity where you can see elegant yachts, watch fishermen bring in their day’s catch and dine on fresh fish. From the quays enjoy views of the Kattegat. Less than 0.5 miles (0.8 kilometer) from here find bakeries, coffeehouses, pubs and varied restaurants lining the town center streets. Visit the century-old Øster Hurup Church and let the kids have fun at Øster Hurup Legeland entertainment center.
Summertime welcomes sun worshippers to Øster Hurup Beach, a long sweep of soft sand nestled between shallow waters and grassy dunes. The coastline continues north for miles to beaches such as Kattegat Strand. Cottages and camping grounds frame the beaches and offer accommodations for all budgets. Reserve a vacation home at Øster Hurup Holiday Center, with miniature golf, playgrounds, a waterpark and a wellness center.
Go hiking on the Clover Trail, a series of walking routes beginning at Øster Hurup Information Center maps are available from here. Spot deer, eagles and wild boar while walking in the Lille Vildmose moor and learn about its history at the Lille Vildmose Visitor Centre. Another interesting place is the Fyrkat Viking Centre, featuring the remnants of a Viking settlement and one of Denmark’s few remaining ring castles.
Located in the North Denmark Region, Øster Hurup is just a 45-minute drive from Aalborg. Plan your visit around annual summer festivals. Among these are July’s Oksefest music festival and August’s Øster Hurup Regatta. Øster Hurup Sommerkoncert is a program of open-air concerts.
