Thyborøn is a coastal town in Lemvig Municipality with approximately 1,740 inhabitants. Located at the mouth of the Limfjord towards the North Sea, where the Thyborøn Canal cuts through Harboøre Tange, the town forms a unique meeting point between fjord and sea.
The town's harbor is one of Denmark's three largest fishing harbors and a center for certified fishing with traceability from catch to auction. Fishing is still central to Thyborøn's identity and economy.
The city has several attractions: JyllandsAkvariet – hands-on with sharks and amber; Sea War Museum Jutland with the memorial park of the Battle of Jutland; the distinctive Snail House decorated with thousands of shells; and Thyborøn Fortress with preserved bunkers and the iconic Alexander Nevsky anchor from 1868.
By the harbor and in the city center you will find cozy cafes and restaurants that offer fresh fish dishes and local ingredients in maritime surroundings. Many places have a view of the water and an atmospheric coastal atmosphere - perfect for a break in the middle of the experience.
Thyboron Fortress
The Alexander Nevsky Anchor
The trails
Below you can see the trails with mileage information.
You can get information about each trail by clicking on the images. The trails are sorted by length.
Luk rute
Sundhedssporet
Sundhedssporet (The Health Trail) in Thyborøn is an easily accessible route suitable for all ages and levels. Here you can get out and get some exercise while enjoying the area's nature and fresh air.
Along the way, you can use the information boards at the starting point to calculate your fitness level based on BMI and simple measurements. This will help you set realistic goals for your training.
The route has been established in collaboration between local stakeholders and the Danish Nature Agency and is designed for both walkers and runners. It is a good way to get started with regular exercise.
The route is 1.2 km long and marked with red arrows on red pictogram stands, which guide you all the way around the health trail in Thyborøn.
You start at Naturrum Thyborøn and walk past stepping stones in the lagoon and a campfire site in the sea buckthorn thicket. From here, you follow the path along the large shallow lagoon lakes, reed forest and salt marsh - an open nature area between the North Sea and the Limfjord.
You continue out to the sea and follow the beach past the groynes. Along the way, you can take a break and enjoy the expansive sea view from the viewing platform.
The tour also passes the remains of the Atlantic Wall and bunkers from World War II at “Fort Thyborøn”. You also pass the natural playground with play elements and bunkers.
The route is approximately 4 km long and marked with white arrows on poles and signs.
You hike out from the Naturrum at Thyborøn through an open area with shallow lagoon lakes, reed forests and salt marshes. The landscape is characterized by a narrow sandbar between the North Sea and Nissum Fjord with open expanses and rich water areas.
At Cheminova you have the opportunity to take a detour to a bird hide. Follow the signs for about 700 m on a small path that leads you to the bird hide with a view of the lagoon and meadows.
On the way back you will travel on a forest road along continuous sea buckthorn and willow thickets. There are large stands of purple and red cuckoowort here.
The route is 11 km long, with an extra detour of about 1 km round trip to the bird hide. It is marked with white arrows on poles and signs.
The stretch by the water at Naturrum Thyborøn, 4 km, is best walked with the wind at your back.
Experiences and sights
The Snail House
The Snail House in Thyborøn is a unique museum covered with thousands of snail and mussel shells – both outside and inside – created by fisherman Alfred Chr. Pedersen over 25 years from 1949–1974.
Inside are two permanent exhibitions, including “Mandalay”: an old café room filled with mussels, elaborate bottle ships and local finds from fishermen’s nets. There is also a café and shop selling souvenirs and ice cream.
IlluScience Museum in Thyborøn is an interactive museum filled with illusions, experiments and technological play experiences. Exhibitions such as a laser maze, VR, inverted rooms and an AR sandbox challenge the senses and imagination.
With over 50 hands-on stations spread over approximately 500 m², the museum invites both children and adults to play and learn.
JyllandsAkvariet in Thyborøn is a child-friendly aquarium where visitors can get up close to marine life. Here you can touch sharks, rays and flatfish in the touch pools, participate in feedings and find amber on the indoor sandy beach.
The aquarium also offers seal safaris and amber safaris, where you can experience nature from the sea and get good advice about amber hunting.
Havets Hemmeligheder (Secrets of the Sea) in Thyborøn features exciting exhibitions about the mysteries of the sea. Here you can learn about whaling, the history of diving and see a unique collection of bombs and explosives from different times.
The museum provides an exciting and educational experience for both children and adults, focusing on the role of the sea in human lives.
Sea War Museum Jutland in Thyborøn tells the story of maritime warfare during the First World War, focusing on the Battle of Jutland. The museum has a large collection of submarines, torpedoes and cannons, including the turret from the submarine U-20.
The museum participates in marine archaeological expeditions and has found several shipwrecks. The museum is located next to the Jutland Battle Memorial Park, which commemorates the sailors who lost their lives during the battle.
The Amber House in Thyborøn houses a large collection of amber and tells about its origin, colors and forms. Here you can see everything from small pieces to impressive finds of insects encased in resin.
The exhibition also shows how amber is processed and used in jewelry and art. An exciting stop for anyone interested in nature's treasures.
Iskunsten (The Ice Art) in Thyborøn is an ice exhibition with fascinating ice sculptures that change theme every year. The artists work in frozen form and create detailed works in large blocks of ice.
The exhibition takes place in constant cold and offers a unique experience in the aesthetics and changeability of frost.
The Memorial Park for the Battle of Jutland at Thyborøn is an artistic memorial in the dune landscape west of the Sea War Museum. The park consists of 26 granite stones – one for each sunken warship – arranged according to their location on the seabed.
Around the stones are human figures, one for each of the approximately 8,645 sailors who died. So far, 293 figures have been erected, with plans to fill the entire memorial park. The park is presented in a neutral manner and commemorates both British and German losses.
The radar bunker was built in 1944 as part of the German Atlantic Wall and classified as type FL 241. Although it was never activated during the war, it later served as a command station for the Marine Home Guard from 1991 to 2014, with surveillance tasks at the Limfjord and Thyborøn Canal.
After 2015, the Maritime Historical Society took over the bunker and established it as a museum. Exhibitions include authentic Cold War furnishings, electronic equipment from the Soviet Union and the GDR, and guided tours of the preserved rooms.
La Mar is located close to the harbor in Thyborøn – just steps from where the day's catch is landed. Here you can enjoy your food in quiet surroundings with a good atmosphere.
The kitchen celebrates freshly caught fish and seafood with an inspired approach to both classic and creative dishes. Seasonal menus and set dishes are offered with the chef's touch and a focus on top quality.
Restaurant Mallemukken is a unique experience in Thyborøn — located in two iconic converted cutters a few steps from the North Sea and the harbor with a view of the dunes, in modern surroundings with maritime charm and a family-friendly environment.
The kitchen serves freshly caught, pan-fried fish, shooting stars (danish fish-dish) and gourmet burgers made from high-quality local ingredients. A buffet is offered in high season, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, and children's meals - all in a relaxed atmosphere with friendly service.
Restaurant Bølgen is located in Thyborøn Hotel, centrally located in the city and a short distance from both the North Sea and the Limfjord.
The kitchen offers seasonal dishes: traditional Danish "grandmother" dinners, seafood, steaks and an A la carte menu during the summer period - all prepared from scratch with local ingredients and care.
The Streetfood club at Thyborøn Strand is located in the characteristic “Red Houses” close to the coast and invites you to relax in a rustic, maritime setting.
The menu offers creative street food in the form of stone-oven baked pizzas, fish burgers and rib-eye burgers, accompanied by ice cream, barista coffee, drinks and vegan and vegetarian options.
House No. 5 is located in the cozy area "De Røde Huse" in Thyborøn. The place invites you to low-key coziness and socializing in relaxed surroundings, where there is a focus on community and presence.
The menu is simple and sticks to light, changing dishes from the season and the kitchen's ideas - perfect for an informal bite to eat at affordable prices, or just a good cup of coffee with a board game companion.
Fiskehallen – Den Røde Hal is a distinctive, red wooden building on Thyborøn Harbour. The maritime atmosphere and historical heritage of the place create an authentic experience close to the yachts and the fishing industry.
The menu focuses on delicious fish from the West Jutland auction, combined with a few meat dishes and children's menus. For dessert, we recommend the house's own organic ice cream - all in a family-friendly setting.
Havneknejpen is located in the characteristic red auction hall at Thyborøn harbor basin and offers maritime, rustic surroundings - perfect for both informal gatherings and festive events during the summer months.
During the summer months, a popular fish buffet is served every Saturday with fresh local specialties. In addition, there are cold drinks, specialty beers and often live music in the informal and atmospheric setting.
Café Sus is centrally located by the harbor in Thyborøn, in a newly built, navy red building with panoramic windows and a sunny terrace - perfect for both coziness and relaxation by the water.
The menu offers fish dishes such as fish & chips, shooting stars (danish fish-dish) and shrimp dishes for lunch and dinner, as well as burgers, meat and salad dishes prepared from scratch with fresh ingredients - all in a relaxed setting and with a focus on quality.
