Anholt Voyage Tips and guide

Anholt is a small Danish island in Kattegat, east of Jutland. The island has 145 permanent inhabitants, and receive many thousands of visitors for summer.

Map of Anholt

Anholt is one of Denmark's most isolated islands, half-way between Sweden and Jutland.

Take the ferry from Grenaa.

You can also sail there in your own boat, and dock at the marina. This is popular in the summer, so be sure there is a free spot beforehand.

Though possible, it is very difficult to bring your own car and motorvehicle to Anholt, unless you are handicapped. You can bring your bicycles along without problems, though, and this is the best way to get around on the island. You could also walk, but there is quite a distance between the harbour and Anholt town, so it will be quite a hike.

If you can, bring a mountainbike, as only the main roads are asphalted.

• 56.711.58331 Ørkenen på Anholt (desert of Anholt). The eastern part of the island is called Ørkenen (The Desert); a dry sandy desert-like heathland. It is quite beautiful and unique with a sparse vegetation of lichen heath, and stunted juniper trees in between. The best way to experience the place is by foot, just follow the well-marked hiking trail. Be prepared, the desert is quite big. It takes about 4 hours to reach the lighthouse by foot, and then you have to backtrack the same distance! Do not get stuck out there without water or at night. (updated Mar 2018)

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Go to the beach. Sandy beaches without end, all around. The beaches on Anholt are outstanding in their quality. Shallow, warm, clean waters in the summer and always a free spot.

Kitesurfing. The waters around Anholt are perfect for kitesurfing, and every year in week 30, a Kitesurfing Moot Event takes place.

Music. Every year in the summer, small music festivals are arranged on Anholt. "Anholt Festival" and "Langt Ude på Anholt" are the most well-organised events, but musical event are also happening around the habourside.

Stay informed on the latest happenings on Anholt at the local Pakhuset community center.

There are a number of bed and breakfast and holiday home rentals on the island

• 56.71888611.5206781 Anholt Camping, Nordstrandvej 150, ☏ +45 86 31 91 00. Conveniently placed just east of the harbour. Community house with kitchens, bathrooms, and showers. The beach here is outstanding.  
• 56.71630111.5141232 Casablanca Hostel Anholt Harbor, Gennem Landet 82B, ☏ +45 40 68 90 71.