Grenaa

Travel Guide
Grenaa
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Take a holiday or a weekend break in Grenaa to experience the Kattegat and the beautiful natural surroundings of the Djursland Peninsula. People of all ages will have a wonderful time.

The old market town of Grenaa offers both water-based and land-based experiences. Enjoy being close to the Kattegat and also the many exciting opportunities the town itself offers. Grenaa has attractions and events no matter the season, so there is enough to keep you busy all year round.

Grenaa is the capital of Djursland and is connected to both Anholt and Sweden. As the town is right next to the Kattegat, you can relax on Grenaa Strand (Grenaa Beach) if you travel there in the summer. There are lots of activities to enjoy, such as playing beach volleyball. Take a trip to Anholt Island, which is located in the middle of the Kattegat and is home to Denmark’s unique desert belt.

Also visit the Kattegatcentret (Kattegat Centre) during your stay in Grenaa, and see 250 different marine animals, both in and out of the water. You will have the opportunity to don a diving suit and get in the water with the sharks, but you can also enjoy watching the animals from the shore at little more of a distance and from behind the glass. There are marine animals from around the world, and they are ready to give you an unforgettable experience.

At Grenaa’s best viewpoint, you can visit Baunhøj Mølle (Baunhøj Mill), located 37 m above sea level. The mill is still operating on a voluntary basis, and visitors can see flour being produced. Several events and exhibitions also take place there during the year, so a visit to the mill should be a memorable one.

If you want to venture further out, Grenaa Plantage (Grenaa Plantation) is worth a visit. The plantation is close to the town and the beach, and has several hiking and cycling paths you can use. You can, for example, see the gorgeous forest lake, which is a great place to enjoy a packed lunch. Further up the coast, you will find Karlby og Sangstrup Klinter (Karlby and Sangstrup Cliffs), where you will get to see bryozoan limestone and even find fossils on the beach.

To get to Grenaa, we recommend flying to nearby Aarhus Airport, operating flights to and from London. From this location, it’s just a 25-minute drive to Grenaa. You can also take buses 212 and 122 to get to the town, with a slightly longer journey time of 45 minutes.

Located on the tip of Denmark’s nose, Grenaa gives you the opportunity to feel the sea and nature. You can get in the water with the animals all year round, and get your pulse racing or wind down. A trip to Grenaa will give you unique memories to take home.

Where to stay in Grenaa

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Grenå Strand

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Grenå Strand, Aura Og Fantomen and Skulpturen Vaekst are top sights worth seeing.

Grenå Strand
Hotel Marina
Hotel Marina
3 out of 5
Kystvej 32, Grenaa
The price is S$229 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
S$229
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Grenaa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
enjoyed it very much
"Well run hotel with friendly and hospitable workers. a true pleasure to stay at this hotel"

Reviewed on 9 Sep,2023

Hotel Marina
Kysthotellet Djursland
Kysthotellet Djursland
3 out of 5
Kystvej 26, Grenaa
The price is S$178 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
S$178
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Grenaa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Skulpturen Vaekst and Aura Og Fantomen are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (557 reviews)
"Very clean, good breakfast,, in the vicinity of aquarium."

Reviewed on 30 May,2023

Kysthotellet Djursland
Hotel Marina Apartments
Hotel Marina Apartments
3 out of 5
Kystvej 32, Grenaa
The price is S$352 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
S$352
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Grenaa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Skulpturen Vaekst and Aura Og Fantomen are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (89 reviews)
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"Skønt hotel hvor hele familien kan være samlet i en lejlighed. Hvis der skal være noget negativ er det sengetøjet larmer. Det er lidt irriterende når så mange sover tæt og nogle mere lydfølsomme end andre. Men kommer helt sikkert igen."

Reviewed on 10 Nov,2024

Hotel Marina Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hotel Marina Apartments
Hotel Marina Apartments
3 out of 5
Kystvej 32, Grenaa
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Grenaa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Skulpturen Vaekst and Aura Og Fantomen are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (89 reviews)
Fint hotel til pengene
"Skønt hotel hvor hele familien kan være samlet i en lejlighed. Hvis der skal være noget negativ er det sengetøjet larmer. Det er lidt irriterende når så mange sover tæt og nogle mere lydfølsomme end andre. Men kommer helt sikkert igen."

Reviewed on 10 Nov,2024

Hotel Marina Apartments
Dronningens Ferieby
Dronningens Ferieby
4 out of 5
Dronningens Ferieby 1, Grenaa
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Grenaa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Aura Og Fantomen and Skulpturen Vaekst ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)
Friendly place very close to the beach
"Nice receptionist, helpful. Disabled friendly place, overall very nice place to stay. Big functional kitchen ideal for families."

Reviewed on 2 Jan,2019

Dronningens Ferieby
Djurs Housing
Djurs Housing
2.5 out of 5
105 Lyngbyvej, Trustrup
Stay at this aparthotel in Trustrup. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lyngby Kirke and Ulla Lundsgart are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (58 reviews)
"Was far from shops but otherwise ok"

Reviewed on 20 Aug,2024

Djurs Housing
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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