Central Jutland is for connoisseurs – far from the sea and beach, but even though dominated by the water. In the middle of the peninsula the beautiful Silkeborg lakes delight everybody. From the Himmelbjerg (“Sky Mountain”) with its 147 metres you have a 360 degree view from the tower. On all the lakes and canals you see the canoes gliding by, and the happy fishing enthusiasts are thrilled to go fishing for fresh water fish in the Put and Take lakes.

This area may be far away from the sea and beach, but here you have lots of other ways to enjoy the water of the many canals, fiords and lake spread over the area. Enjoy the wonderful view when going by paddle steamer on the Silkeborg Lakes or when taking the children to the Put and Take lakes for fishing.

If you choose to go on holiday in Central Jutland, do not miss Aarhus, the second largest city in Denmark. In this interesting city you will find many different cultural activities, shopping possibilities and exciting places to visit. You must also visit ARoS, a most interesting museum, and the world famous Aarhus Gamle By (Old Town of Aarhus).

Holiday home in Denmark

You can find your holiday home in Denmark at DanCenter! Or you can book your holiday home in one of the 28 Danland holiday parks, most of which include a swimming complex and final cleaning service!

Take your pick from among thousands of holiday homes in all of Denmark's beautiful regions or go on a seaside holiday to one of our 28 holiday parks with subtropical swimming complexes and a view of the best beaches in Denmark.

DanCenter offers holiday homes and holiday parks all over Denmark. Choose your dream house and enjoy the fantastic Danish nature.

Stay in the midst of the sand dunes at the water's edge or relax in a holiday home in Denmark with its own pool. Our holiday homes in Denmark are located in the most beautiful parts of the country. Be it the Danish coast of the Baltic or North Sea, there is a huge range to choose from! The basic features of our holiday homes in Denmark often include a fireplace, whirlpool and a sauna.

Holiday in Denmark by the sea

7,000 kilometres of coast is already pretty impressive. And nowhere in the whole of Denmark is further than 55 kilometres away from the coast. Then with are another 400 islands, and it becomes record-breaking. Those who love the sea don't want to miss Denmark. The country's serenity is thanks to the interplay of sun and clouds, wind and waves. Enjoy it on the beach, absorb it as you wander through Denmark's small towns, which are orientated towards their inhabitants. You can see it in the aesthetic of every day things. You can experience it on holiday.

Discover the dramatic natural scenery of the cliffs on Bornholm, the wild waves of the North Sea, the beautiful little islands on the southern coast of Funen, the magical light of Skagen, the hilly moors or the historic merchant towns. Let your holiday in Denmark begin!

The majority of our holiday homes are just a stone's throw from the sea or even have a direct view of the water. Take a seaside holiday in Denmark and be impressed by this holiday destination.

Holiday at the Danish North Sea

The Danish North Sea coast is characterised by wide sandy beaches that stretch for miles with a great dune landscape and lots of perfectly located holiday homes. In many areas, you can even drive your car along the beach. Off Denmark's southern North Sea coast, you will find the islands of Rømø, Fanø and Mandø in the middle of the Danish Wadden Sea. Popular holiday locations such as Blåvand, Henne Beach and Vejers Beach can be found in this coastal region. Jammer Bay in the north is located north of the resorts of Løkken and Blokhus on a magnificent cliff, before you reach the tip of Denmark. Book your Denmark holiday at the North Sea.

Holiday at the Danish Baltic Sea

The Danish Baltic sea offers a variety of small beaches and bays to discover. The sea is significantly calmer here, making it ideal for families with children. Long sandy beaches can also be found here and there along the Baltic coast. Of course, the varied archipelago beyond the mainland is especially interesting. There are hundreds of smaller islands surrounding the main islands of Zealand and Funen, some inhabited, some not. Due to the numerous islands, the region has also been called the Danish South Sea. Find your holiday home on the Danish Baltic coast here.

Holiday in Denmark with children

The activity homes are ideal for families and groups, equipped with table tennis, table football, Nintendo Wii and a pool table. The Danland holiday parks also promise a restful family holiday, with amenities such as a swimming complex, mini-golf and lots more. You can find more information at danland.de. It is possible to arrange short trips here of 2 nights or more. A holiday in Denmark with children will be unforgettable. The sea, the beach, the sand dunes – all of this makes for a great adventure playground for youngsters. In addition, there are numerous sights and attractions in Denmark that the whole family can enjoy. As a DanCenter guest, you will also receive a discount at several attractions. You can find more information here and in the service office.

Holiday with a dog in Denmark

You can take your dog with you on holiday to more than 3,000 holiday homes in Denmark. Up to 2 pets are welcome. If you are travelling with more than two animals, please get in touch with our reservation team.

Denmark is a great holiday destination for families with dogs. It's not just people who long for freedom, sea air and nature, our four-legged friends do as well! There are a few rules that you need to keep in mind in Denmark, however. You can find all the information you need about holidays in Denmark with a dog here!

Denmark holiday tips

DanCenter asked more than 7,400 guests what attractions they liked best in Denmark last year.

In addition, we have put together our absolute best Denmark holiday tips:

• Visit the Tirpitz Museum on the southern North Sea, discover the historic idyllic village of Sønderho on the island of Fanø and pay a visit to the island of Mandø, which is only accessible at low tide.
• At the mid-point of the North Sea, you can admire the 64-metre high "Blåbjerg-Nyminde Klit" sand dune, the tallest in Denmark, visit the culture capital of Hostelbro or the central Danish lake district, which is very reminiscent of the nature in Sweden.
• Thy national park awaits you on the northern North Sea coast, offering 30 natural attractions. What's more, you can navigate the snaps route around Limfjord and visit the sand-covered church in Skagen.
• You can go on some great hikes along the Baltic Sea to the south. Firstly, you have the Gendarmstien hiking trail with German-Danish history, and secondly, you can hike around the Haderslev Dam. If you're feeling particularly courageous, you can cross the small belt bridge, which is also called bridge walking. Please only do this accompanied by a guide!
• In the mid-Baltic coast, you can visit the town of Aarhus.

The new harbour area is particularly interesting, with special architectural features and the ARoS art gallery. The Ejer Bavnehøj is the one of the highest points in Denmark and always worth a visit.

• Take a trip to the northern Baltic to the island of Læsø and discover the mussel town of Løgstør. For a little history, as well as a great view, visit Bangsbo Fort prison.
• The archipelago hiking trail will lead you all the way round the island of Funen. There are various ferry connections, which will allow you to "hop" across the Danish South Sea between islands like Funen, Langeland and Æro. The island of Funen is also known for great delicatessen markets.
• There are more Danish holiday tips for the islands of Zealand, Lolland and Falster. Visit the Odsherred geopark, the Liselund castle park on Møn or the maritime museum in Helsingør.
• On Denmark's sunshine island of Bornholm, you can take a fantastic bike tour through the Almindingen forest, hike by the rocky Hammershus-Allinge coastline or visit the many farms offering great organic products.

As you can see, a holiday in Denmark is varied and exciting for the whole family.

The most beautiful beaches in Denmark

Denmark is the perfect destination for beach holidaymakers – along its more than 7,000 kilometres of coastline, you'll find some of the widest sandy beaches in Europe alternating with Unesco World Heritage cliffs. You can find out which beach suits you best here!

Denmark's lively archipelago

Islands have always been especially attractive to people. Fans of the big city and lovers of quiet solitude alike can find happiness on Denmark's fascinating island archipelago. Learn more about Denmark's most beautiful islands!

Low-cost Denmark holiday

There's a holiday home for every budget in Denmark. From the classic Scandinavian holiday home to a large luxury manor, we have everything. Here are a few tips for keeping your holiday in Denmark affordable:

• Travel in the low-season. In spring and autumn in particular, you will be able to grab an affordable Danish holiday. Our holiday homes start from €249/week.
• Shop in Germany. Groceries are significantly cheaper in Germany than in Denmark. It therefore makes sense to buy long-lasting groceries and fresh products for the first few days while you're in Germany and take them with you.
• Cook your own meals. Especially if you're in a larger group, you can save a lot by preparing the food yourself. You will find everything that you need in the holiday home.
• Use the DanCenter discount available for lots of attractions and sights. For example, you can get 20% discount off entry to LEGOLAND Billund . Just ask at the onsite service office.
• Book last minute. Shortly before the arrival date, we reduce lots of vacant houses by up to 30%.
• Stay up to date. Our newsletter and social media channels will keep you informed about special offers and discounts!

Holiday Denmark - in the land of the holiday homes

Holiday home breaks in Denmark are a classic way to get some rest – and each generation is rediscovering just how relaxing it can be to take some time off by the Baltic or North Sea coast. It doesn't matter what time of year it is!

If the typical Danish holiday home didn't exist, you would have to invent it: a house at the seaside – by more than 7,000 kilometres of coastline on the Baltic and North Sea. Denmark has been living the holiday (home) dream for generations – and it is always being reinvented. It all began very modestly – or elegantly, depending on your perspective. The first Danish summer visitors were nobles. They were first able to afford country houses in North Zealand in the 18th century, spending the summer months there. Around 1900, an increasing number of artists moved to authentic fishing towns such as Skagen in North Jutland and Hornbæk on Zealand. To this day, the works of the Skagen Painters and the Funen Painters attract thousands of art enthusiasts to Denmark's museums.

From the beginning of the last century, well-off Danes began building their own real holiday homes. The real success story of the Danish holiday home began in the 1950s, however. As prosperity increased among all classes, construction of the Danish "summer house" (sommerhus) as leisure accommodation soared – while there were approx. 40,000 by around 1950, today there are more than 220,000 holiday homes across the country.

However, it's not just the number of holiday homes that has changed. The character and lifestyle in these Danish holiday escapes are now more comparable with the holiday atmosphere of the 1970s, for example. At that time, the houses became progressively larger, more comfortable and more insulated. What had previously just been a summer holiday home could now become a home at any time of year. Today, these luxury houses of 100 or 120 square metres offer all imaginable amenities, such as washing machines and dishwashers, satellite TV, DVD players, Wi-Fi, whirlpool, sauna and more.

Despite increasing requirements, the "essence" of the Danish holiday home survived regardless of luxury and furnishing: making the dream of living in the middle of nature come true. On your own piece of land in a house that is arranged in a simple and pleasant way, with a clearly Nordic design. With a terrace for bright, endless summer evenings. Or a fire for a cosy atmosphere in autumn and winter. A fully-equipped kitchen where the family can meet and cook together - unlike in hectic day-to-day life at home. The dream brings couples together, brings several generations of families together, as well as friends who want to enjoy the countryside instead of the hustle and bustle of the city.

The choice of holiday homes these days ranges from wellness houses to houses with swimming pools, from houses for pet owners to houses for fishing, from energy saving houses to child-friendly activity houses with a pool table, table football and gaming consoles. The house with a sea view complements the holiday home near the city. You also have the choice of when you travel: Depending on the time of year, a Danish holiday home can be rented for several days or just a long weekend, with arrival on the day of your choice.

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