Autumn in Sønderjylland

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Speedway Grand Prix in Vojens

Watch the world’s best speedway riders battle it out for crucial World Championship points in Vojens on 12 September.

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Gråsten Æblefestival

Celebrate the Gråsten apple from 25–27 September with tastings, apple pressing and live music.

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500th Anniversary of the Reformation in Haderslev

Haderslev celebrates 500 years of the Reformation in Haderslev with festivals, music, a large flower exhibition and living history throughout the year.

Photo: Johnny Haugaard

Art Exhibition "På vej mod..."

Discover Johnny Haugaard’s floral art, created to mark the 500th anniversary of the Reformation in Haderslev.

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Smag på Marsken festival in Højer

Sample local produce and cuisine as Højer celebrates the event’s 10th anniversary of Smag på Marsken on 19 September.

Photo: Græskarmarken i Bovrup

The corn maze in Bovrup

Find your way through a 10,000 m² Halloween corn maze filled with pumpkins and spooky surprises, from 29 August to 18 October.

Sergenten i Sønderborg er klar til Smach - Jesper Kochs kokkekonkurrence

Photo: Jesper Rais

Taste Smach Sønderjyllands Food Festival

Experience Smach on 4 October. Enjoy a chef competition and food festival celebrating the flavours of Sønderjylland.

Halloween dekoration foran Det Gamle Rådhus

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Halloween in Aabenraa

Visit Aabenraa from 12–18 October and enjoy Halloween fun and a variety of activities for the whole family.

Markus Knuskrammer - en Dambotrold i Løgumkloster

Photo: Markus Knuskrammer, Løgumkloster, Thomas Dambo 2026

Markus the Troll near Løgumkloster

Discover Markus Knuskrammer, a troll by Thomas Dambo, in the forest near Løgumkloster.

Photo: Hans Skøtt

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Discover more autumn events and find inspiration for memorable experiences in Sønderjylland.

Family experiences

Visiting Sønderjylland with your children or grandchildren? We’ve got plenty of fun and exciting activities for children and adults to enjoy together.

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The Corn Maze in Bovrup

Find your way through the Corn aze in Bovrup, with Halloween fun and a pumpkin hunt along the way.

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Things to Do on a Rainy Day

Discover fun indoor activities in Sønderjylland when the rain is pouring down.

Familie bader i Aqua Mundo i Center Parcs Nordborg Resort

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Indoor aquaparks

Discover Indoor aquaparks in Sønderjylland, with plenty of fun and water-based activities for the whole family.

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Universe Science Park

Experience Universe Science Park on Nordals with a nature festival, exciting mysteries, Halloween and lots of fun.

Familie spiller minigolf ved Adventure Minigolf Vadehavet

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Wadden Sea Adventure Golf

Try Wadden Sea Adventure Golf, a fun journey through the marshlands and the Wadden Sea.

Bedsteforældre med barnebarn på Ehlers Museum i Haderslev

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Discover more experiences

Find inspiration for autumn experiences in Sønderjylland, indoors, outdoors and together.

Need a wellness break?

Autumn in Sønderjylland is the perfect time for wellness and relaxation. When it is windy outside, you can enjoy the warmth inside with spa treatments, saunas and steam showers.

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Enjoy Resorts Rømø - Wellness

The wellness areas many baths provide ample opportunity for indulgence of any kind. One disappears lightly in contemplation, when floating around in the big bath, which gives the opportunity to be charged and get new energy.

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Alsik Nordisk Spa & Wellness

Alsik Nordic Spa & Wellness is the biggest spa in Denmark, meticulously designed down to the last detail to create a perfect sensory experience just for you.

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Enjoy Resorts Marina Fiskenæs - Wellness

The beautiful surroundings provide a relaxed atmosphere with a unique view of the harbour and the sailing boats.

Ready for a taste of Sønderjylland?

Discover proud culinary traditions, local ingredients and exciting new flavours. Explore the food and produce of Sønderjylland and find your own favourites.

Opdækning med udsigt til vandet ved Pearl Proffitt

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Michelin-starred restaurants in Sønderjylland

Explore Michelin-starred restaurants in Sønderjylland and discover the region’s culinary highlights.

Sønderjysk Kaffebord mit allen 21 Kuchen

Photo: Peter Bjerke

Coffee Table - Sønderjysk Kaffebord

The region's famous Coffee Table - Sønderjysk Kaffebord - is an institution that can be traced back to the Danish struggle for sovereignty.

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Pick your own oysters

Join a guided tour to the Wadden Sea’s extensive oyster beds and pick your own oysters.

Besøgene ved madboderne ved Aabenraa Streetfood i 2025

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Aabenraa Streetfood Festival

Aabenraa Street Food Festival brings the town together for street food, exciting flavours and a lively festival atmosphere.

Photo: Niclas Jessen

Farm shops

In Sønderjylland you find a wide range of different farm shops. The shops offer a large variety of products and you can find a wealth of locally produced fruits and vegetable, eggs and meat as well as locally manufactured products such as honey and juice.

Photo: Jakob Vingtoft

Smag på Marsken festival

The Smag på Marsken festival celebrates its 10th anniversary with food, local flavours and the unique marshlands of the Tøndermarsken at its heart.

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Gråsten Æblefestival

The Gråsten apple takes centre stage as the historic town celebrates its famous apple and the story behind it.

Kvinder med nysgerrige blikke i Picnickurv fra Slusen Højer

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More culinary experiences

Explore the flavours of Sønderjylland. Visit local farm shops, cafés and restaurants, and discover regional favourites such as the abundant cake spread "Sønderjysk Kaffebord", solæg and other local specialities.

Natural attractions

There’s an almost endless number of natural attractions to enjoy in Sønderjylland in the autumn, when you can experience the spectacular murmuration of starlings known as Sort Sol (Black Sun) and taste delicious oysters harvested directly from the Wadden Sea.

Stæreflokke danner Sort Sol over vestkysten

Photo: Torben Andersen

Black Sun

Black Sun transforms the skies above Tøndermarsken as millions of starlings gather in spectacular formations.

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Hiking Routes

Coastlines, marshlands and historic trails makes hiking in Sønderjylland a truly special experience.

Sæler hviler sig på sandbanke i Vadehavet

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Seal Safari by Ship

The seal trip takes place at low tide, where the seals gather to gorge on the dry-laid high sand.

Køb billet til Sælsafari med SortSafari

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The island Rømø

Discover Rømø, with its wide sandy beaches, the North Sea and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Wadden Sea National Park.

Par holder pause på træstub ved Aabæk Strand

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Discover more nature experiences

From the spectacular Sort Sol and oyster experiences in the Wadden Sea to Rømø’s wide-open landscapes, island escapes on Aarø and walks along the Gendarmstien and Alsstien trails.