Blavand brings together a range of discovery themes: Blåvandshuk Fyr stands at Denmark’s westernmost point; Tirpitz explores stories of the west coast, while Oksby adds church and memorial history. Trails through dunes and plantations offer further ways to spend time outdoors. When choosing accommodation in Blavand, it helps to consider in advance whether the lighthouse, cultural history or outdoor activities should shape your stay.
Lighthouse and energy
Blåvandshuk Fyr is 39 metres tall, with 170 steps leading to the top. Its height and the climb give your visit two specific points of reference. If you plan to visit the tower, you can take the 170 steps into account when planning your day.
At Blåvandshuk Fyr, the Horns Rev Wind Farm Visitor Center provides information about wind energy, sustainable energy and electricity generation. Here, the lighthouse structure and a distinct topic—energy production—come together in one location. Visitors interested in technology and energy will find a different focus at the visitor centre than they will on the climb up the tower.
West coast stories at Tirpitz
Tirpitz brings to life hidden stories of the Danish west coast. They are about shipwrecks, smugglers and forbidden love, combining maritime themes with personal accounts. Actors have recorded the stories in Danish, German and English, so German-speaking visitors can listen to them in their own language.
Tirpitz also offers guided tours in the surrounding dune landscape. These are two different ways to experience the area: the stories told in the museum and a guided tour through the dunes. When planning, you can decide whether you are more interested in the stories presented or in a guided outdoor tour.
Church and memorial history in Oksby
Oksby Kirke is a Romanesque Revival church built of red brick. It was built in 1891 to replace Denmark’s last thatched church. Artefacts from the former thatched church are preserved inside, including the church ship “Briggen Marie-Daniel-Emilie” from 1829. The architecture and preserved objects offer different ways to explore church history: the 1891 building on the one hand, and an object from the older church, preserved under its own name, on the other.
At the former site of Oksby Gamle Kirke, an outline laid in gravel marks the location and size of the former church. A bell recovered from a shipwreck is also located there. The outline and bell point to the former church site, even though the church itself no longer stands there.
The memorial at Oksby Cemetery offers another historical perspective. It tells the story of German sculptor Christoph Voll. Alongside the church building and the former church site, this memorial is another distinct cultural attraction.
Trails through dunes and plantations
The Kyst til Kyst trail continues through the dunes to Oksby Klitplantage. A popular mountain bike route runs around Ulslo/Tyskervejen in Bordrup-Oksby Plantation. There are also nature trails around Ulfslo, as well as purpose-built walking trails and accessible trails. The options therefore vary by mode of travel: a mountain bike route sits alongside walking trails and accessible routes. When planning an outing, you can first consider which option best suits your plans.
Oksby Klitplantage is also home to Blåvand Hundeskov, a fenced, off-leash dog park. It allows dogs to roam freely. For travellers with a dog, it is a distinct, clearly identified outing option alongside the walking and cycling routes.
Discover more destinations: Blåvand Ho, Billum, Vejers Strand, Hovstrup, Borre, Varde, Grærup, Kvong.
Go to the main travel overview: Varde.
