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Town in Southern Denmark, Denmark
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Tønder is a beautiful town in the southern part of Denmark (Sønderjylland) and is the oldest market town in the country. Today, Tønder is a modern town with factories, modern schools, and big companies such as Hartmann, Hydro, and Ecco are present here, yet much of the old townscape has been preserved. Tønder is surrounded by beautiful nature, and it makes for some pleasant strolls on the ditches.
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Drøhse House
Museum about the house and Bobbin Lace.
There was a German Zeppelin base here from 1914 to 1918. See the remains of the only existing foundations of Zeppelin sheds in Europe.
Experience the well-preserved quaint old village of Møgeltønder and the Schackenborg Royal Castle. Stroll around the village centre or participate in a guided tour aof the castle and the large attached garden park. Sometimes cultural events are arranged. The historic inn Schackenborg Slotskro] offers delicious dinners and overnight stays.
Beautiful old village with thatched roofed houses. Further west than Møgeltønder, at the edge of the Wadden Sea.
Small town north of Tønder, famous for its old church and abbey. The Cistercian Løgum Abbey was founded in 1173 by Bishop Stefan of Ribe and can be visited through an entryway in the church. Visit the town during Kloster Mærken, an annual four-day festival in early August.
Small museum operated by volunteers documenting local events. The Pump Mill were used to provide drinking water for cattle.
One of Europe's biggest folk festivals is held the last weekend of August. The program is composed of international artists from especially Ireland, Scotland, Canada, United States, England & Scandinavia. The genres vary from Irish and Scottish folk music to Nordic Folk Music, Americana, Country and world. Camping available for 425 kr/tent + 100 kr/person (2023), teepee and lodges available from 3000 kr/teepee + 100 kr/person.
Draved Skov
protected, deciduous forest. Although small, it is the largest primary forest in all of Denmark.
Nice cafe in the oldest house in Tønder
Torvebistroen
Bar and restaurant in the same place. The menu is a mix of Danish food, light snacks and steaks.
Cosy cafe and store. Very traditional.
Located just next to Cafe Victoria, this small club occasionally offers special events and gets quite crowded. The music is what you would expect, nothing great but makes for a decent night.(popular amongst gay)
a small bar popular with the old timers as well as the "gymnasium" students. Definitely the best place to talk to people and play billiards (not pool though!). Can get pretty rowdy at times and is often very crowded in the wee hours, or just after a party at the gymnasium has ended.
A good place to get some food and enjoy a couple of beers. Thursday from 10:00-23:00M as well as Friday afternoon is "Blaa Time" (Blue Hour), where beers are half price.
After a couple of bad years Barkleys got a new owner and now is it the most popular nightclub/bar in the city centre. Always worth a visit!
This small cosy cafe is a great place to relax and have a drink.
Nice family run Bed & Breakfast, in a restored traditional inn - probably the cheapest option in Tønder, about 3km outside the city. Call in advance for pick up service. They also offer a city house, just 5 min walk from the town market (450kr - room for 4 people).
Abild Kro & Hotel is just 10 km from the German border. Restaurant, banquet hall and rooms with private bath. Free parking.
Tønder is small enough to be navigated on foot. Buses leave to the villages dotted around the city from the bus station.
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