Autumnal atmosphere at the dam, Drejet between the island of Als and Kegnæs

Welcome to Sønderborg

Here you will find information for your holiday in Sønderborg Municipality.

Photo: Nordlandblog

Holidays with content

As a guest in Sønderborg Municipality, you can plan a very versatile holiday.

You'll be surrounded by history everywhere you go, from pre-historic relics and ship finds to war history and reunification. Dybbøl Mill stands on the scenic Dybbøl Banke, the battlefield of the 1864 war, which you can learn more about at Historiecentre Dybbøl Banke. The many museums and collections provide a broad insight and Sønderjyllands Museum at Sønderborg Castle, by the cosy harbour, provides a comprehensive overview of Sønderjyllands cultural history.

Nature is varied and free to explore. The beautiful forests on Als and near Gråsten invite you for a nice stroll or a picnic. Along the coasts of Flensburg Fjord, the Baltic Sea and the island of Als you'll find lovely salt marshes and on the mainland there is a beautiful heathland.

Here you can be active together or alone. Go on a cycling holiday or a riding holiday along the Als Bridle Route. There are hiking trails of various lengths and the Alsstien and Gendarmstien routes are ideal for a multi-day hiking holiday. Take a dip at one of the many Blue Flag beaches or find a quiet stretch for some relaxing fishing.

Photo: Jakob Vingtoft

Autumn in Sønderjylland

Photo: Destination Sønderjylland

Winter in Sønderjylland

Nature at the moment

Photo: Frank Hidvegi - Wikimedia Commons

Mushrooms are starting to appear on the forest floor, so grab a basket, a small knife and your mushroom guidebook or app, and go mushroom hunting.

Read more about black trumpet mushrooms in the Gråstenskovene and see the nature guides’ recommendations for nature areas.

Black trumpet mushrooms in Gråstenskovene

Find inspiration in your local area

The Mojn hosts in Sønderborg Municipality are happy to offer inspiration for your holiday.

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Find your nearest Mojn host

and get inspiration for your holiday

Photo: Center Parcs Nordborg Resort

Denmark’s first Center Parcs is found on Nordals – right next door to Universe Science Park

Discover Southern Jutland’s newest nature resort with an indoor water park, endless outdoor activities, a beachfront promenade and an activity pier stretching into the Little Belt.

Center Parcs Nordborg Resort

Experience the Sønderborg area

Children climbing the entrenchment at History Centre Dybbøl Banke

Photo: Peter Bjerke

Sense the presence of history

Our area is rich on opportunities to be active, explore and learn during your holiday. Experience an area rich on history - from prehistoric time with barrows and spectacular maritime findings to war history in recent time as well as lighthouses and mills.

Par vandrer på Gendarmstien med udsigt over Flensburg Fjord

Photo: Sarahinthegreen

Discover the nature in Sønderborg

Hiking holiday along the Gendarme Path and Als Trail. Fresh bike ride in Sønderskoven and Nørreskoven. Night walks. Bird and bat tours. Graasten Palace Garden. Horseback riding along Als Bridle Route. Fishing at the coast and in lakes - go on an island vacation on Als!

Family with bikes at the harbour front in Sønderborg

Photo: Destination Sønderjylland

Active together in Sønderborg.

Bicycle and horseback holidays on the island of Als. Kitesurfing, diving, and fishing. Hiking in beautiful nature. Beach vacation at Blue Flag beaches and a dip in Sønderborg Harbor Bath. Shopping during a city break in Sønderborg.

Sønderskoven med strand og vand på Als ved Sønderborg

Photo: Sønderborg Kommune

Island vacation on Als

The mild climate around island Als is reflected in the fertile fields, surrounded by hedgerows and grand beech woods.

Borgens facade - indkøbscenter i Sønderborg

Photo: Destination Sønderjylland

Shopping in Sønderborg

In Sønderborg, you can browse the shopping centre and explore the many lovely shops lining the town’s streets. Across Sønderborg Kommune, you’ll also find supermarkets and a variety of interesting shops selling clothing, home accessories and design pieces.

Læs mere

Photo: Sønderborg Kommune

Sønderborg city

The largest city of Sønderjylland is situated on both sides of the inlet Als Sund, surrounded by beautiful nature as well as the forest Sønderskoven Als.