Holiday homes in Skagen - Denmark's northernmost tip

Take a holiday in Skagen and discover this popular little town - one of Denmark's most beautiful, picturesque and scenic spots. Skagen buzzes with life and with its unique nature, beautiful beaches, museums, eateries and many attractions, there's plenty for the whole family to enjoy. DanCenter offers a great selection of holiday homes in the Skagen area, so whether you are dreaming of taking a family holiday, planning a romantic getaway for two, or a luxury break you'll never forget, DanCenter has just the holiday home for you.

Skagen - where the seas meet

The town of Skagen, located at the northernmost tip of Denmark, is known as the town with the highest number of sunshine hours in the country. Here, you'll feel on top of the world as you stand with one foot in the Skagerrak and the other in the Kattegat. Right here, is where the waves of the two seas meet. Take a ride on the tractor bus "Sandormen" (The Lugworm), which drives all the way out to The "Spit" where you can stand with one leg in each sea. Skagen's famous lighthouses: the Vippe Lighthouse, the White Lighthouse and the Skagen Gray Lighthouse, can be seen on the way out to the spit.

Over the centuries, the special, clear, bright light has attracted artists from all over Denmark to paint the beautiful landscape. At the end of the last century, one particular colony of artists established themselves in the area. The Skagen Museum shows what these artists managed to create. PS Krøyer, Anna Ancher and Michael Ancher are just some of the artists whose great works of art are exhibited here in Skagens Museum.

The Skagen Experience - this is where it's all happening

On the outskirts of Skagen, in Old Skagen, you can see and feel what this picturesque little village town used to look like back when nothing had changed. Down at the harbour in Skagen, it's always lively and you can take a short excursions or enjoy some of the music that's always playing somewhere. South of Skagen There are a lot of exciting attractions to see and discover here,

such as the Sand-Covered Church, which has been "Invaded" by sand over the centuries until only the church tower remains to be seen today. In this area, you'll also find Råbjerg Mile, a must on your list of places to visit. Covering approx. 1,000,000 cubic metres, it is Europe's largest drifting dune and, on average, Råbjerg Mile "drifts" about 15 metres per year. In Eagleworld in Tversted, you can see the world's largest eagles close up and watch them unfurl their great wings as they soar through the large open spaces of the nature reserve.

3 fun experiences to enjoy when you rent a holiday home in Skagen

A holiday home in Skagen offers something for the whole family and, not far from Skagen, there are 3 popular attractions.

• Fårup Sommerland (Amusement Park)

• Aalborg Zoo

• North Sea Oceanarium

In Fårup Summerland you can have a whole day of fun. Try some of the many wild rides, pan for gold, or try your hand at rafting. Visit the 1,500 animals at Aalborg Zoo - the home of polar bears, penguins, lions and zebras, or visit Northern Europe's largest aquarium. The North Sea Oceanarium holds more than 6 million litres of water and houses more than 80 different species of animals living their lives beneath the surface - making a visit to the North Sea Oceanarium an impressive experience.

In addition to the 3 popular experiences mentioned here, there are a lot of other attractions close to Skagen. When you rent a holiday home through DanCenter, you'll receive a discount on many of Denmark's most popular attractions - you can save up to 25% on on the entrance fee. Here you can see the attractions on which you get a discount , when you spend your holiday at a DanCenter holiday home.

Holiday rentals in Skagen

At DanCenter Holiday Home Rentals, we have over 60 years of experience in renting out holiday homes, so when you plan your holiday through us, you can be sure that everything will run as smoothly as it should. On this page you will find 300 holiday homes in the Skagen area - so whether you are looking for a classic cottage, a luxury house or a property with a sea view, you'll find something for everyone at DanCenter.

Holiday areas near Skagen

Around Skagen there are also other popular holiday home areas where you can rent a holiday home for your holiday at DanCenter. For example, you could rent a holiday home in Sæby, Hou , and Hals or Blokhus , Saltum Strand, Løkken and experience these beautiful areas during your holiday home stay.

Take a vacation at the Danland Holiday Center in Skagen

You can also visit Danland's holiday center in Skagen. Stay in exclusive holiday homes just a few hundred metres away from the sea, the beach and the beautiful dunes. The holiday centre offers in an indoor swimming pool, spa and sauna.

Holiday homes in the Skagen area

At the very tip of Denmark lies Skagen, a town that is known throughout the country for its beautiful light and many colours. For many years now, it has attracted painters and photographers who are drawn to the clear, soft hues and quaintness of Skagen. Nowhere else in Denmark is the light so intense. Besides it's beautiful light and wonderful colours, the region around Skagen also has significantly less rainfall than elsewhere in Denmark, and we have the Norwegian mountains to thank for that.

During a holiday in a holiday home in the Skagen area, you really mustn't miss a trip to the port, where the boats come in with their fresh catches every day. But this is not only an old fishing village with masses of charm, it is also a contemporary town with an exciting cultural life with music, a theater and much more.

Experiences in the Skagen area - where it's all happening

Within a few square kilometres, you can
visit attractions such as: Grenen (the Spit), The Skagen Museum, The Sanded Church or one of the golf courses. If you take a short drive outside the Skagen area, you will find major attractions such as:

• The North Sea Oceanarium
• The Eagle Reserve
• Råbjerg Mile
• Hirtshals Lighthouse
• The Palm Beach at Frederikshavn
• Kandesterne - holiday homes near the beach

Rent your holiday home from DanCenter and enjoy a discount on many of Denmark's most popular attractions. Here you can see the attractions on which you receive a discount,

Holiday homes in the Skagen area

At DanCenter Holiday Home Rentals, we have over 60 years of experience in renting out holiday homes, so when you plan your holiday through us, you can be sure that everything will run as smoothly as it should.

Be inspired by the wide selection of houses that are available before you book that well-deserved holiday for you and your loved ones. In about half of DanCenter's holiday homes pets, are welcome.

Holiday homes in the Skagen area

The Skagen area is just one of the cosy holiday home areas in Northern Jutland.

DanCenter holiday home rentals also has holiday homes in many other popular areas. For example, you can also find a holiday home cottage in the following areas: Jammerbugten or on Læsø.