Hammeren Lighthouse (Hammeren Fyr), Bornholm
Compact granite lighthouse on Bornholm’s highest headland, offering free summer access, sweeping Baltic views and heather-clad coastal walking trails.
Crowning the granite headland of Hammerknuden at Bornholm’s northwestern tip, Hammeren Lighthouse is a compact 19th-century granite tower with one of the island’s most expansive views. Raised 82 meters above the Baltic Sea on Ørnebjerget and built in 1872 from nearby quarry stone, the former navigation beacon now welcomes visitors free of charge in the summer half of the year. Climb the short spiral of steps to the lantern for sweeping vistas over North Bornholm, Hammershus, Hammersø and, on clear days, the Swedish coast.
A brief summary to Hammeren Lighthouse
- Fyrvej 15, Allinge, 3770, DK
- +4530236474
- Visit website
- Duration: 1 to 3 hours
- Free
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
Local tips
- Bring a windproof layer even on sunny days; the exposed headland around the lighthouse can be significantly cooler and breezier than inland Bornholm.
- Wear sturdy shoes suitable for uneven rock and packed-earth paths if you plan to combine the lighthouse visit with walks around Hammerknuden.
- Aim for morning or late afternoon in the summer half of the year for softer light, fewer people on the stairway and more atmospheric views from the lantern.
- Carry water and a snack, as there are no permanent cafés at the lighthouse itself and walking routes across Hammerknuden can easily fill a few hours.
- If low cloud or fog rolls in, explore the keeper’s house area and nearby quarry viewpoints; visibility at ground level can be more interesting than from the top.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
- Seating Areas
Getting There
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Bus + Walk from Rønne
From Rønne, take a regional bus toward Allinge–Sandvig; typical daytime journeys take about 40–55 minutes and cost roughly 30–50 DKK one way depending on ticket type. Services run more frequently in summer but are less frequent in evenings and on weekends. Alight in Sandvig or Allinge, then walk through the Hammerknuden area to the lighthouse, allowing 30–45 minutes on gently hilly but sometimes uneven paths that are not ideal for wheelchairs or prams.
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Car from Rønne and central Bornholm
Driving from Rønne to the Hammerknuden area usually takes 30–40 minutes via the main north-coast route. There is no fee to visit the lighthouse itself, and parking near the Hammerknuden trailheads is generally free, but spaces can be limited on peak summer days and may require a short uphill walk on gravel or rocky paths. Access roads are paved and suitable for standard vehicles year-round, though visibility and grip can be reduced in winter conditions.
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Cycling the north coast
Experienced cyclists can follow Bornholm’s signed coastal cycle routes from Rønne or Gudhjem toward Allinge–Sandvig, with travel times of about 1.5–2.5 hours from Rønne depending on fitness and stops. The route includes rolling hills and occasional strong headwinds, so geared bikes and basic lights are recommended. Bikes must usually be left at stands or suitable spots near Hammerknuden, from where a 15–30 minute walk on natural trails leads up to the lighthouse.
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On foot from Allinge–Sandvig
Staying in Allinge or Sandvig, you can reach Hammeren Lighthouse entirely on foot by following marked paths across Hammerknuden. Plan on 45–75 minutes each way, depending on your starting point and chosen trail. The terrain mixes firm paths, bare rock and short steeper sections, so comfortable walking shoes are important. Paths can be slippery after rain and are not well suited to very limited mobility, especially in low light or winter weather.
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Discover more about Hammeren Lighthouse
A granite beacon above the Baltic
Hammeren Lighthouse, or Hammeren Fyr, sits on the highest point of Hammerknuden, the hammer-shaped granite promontory that forms Bornholm’s rugged northwestern tip. Perched 82 meters above sea level on Ørnebjerget, the relatively modest stone tower feels dramatically elevated as it looks out over open Baltic waters and the sculpted coastline below. Its position makes it both a landmark for sailors and a visual anchor for hikers exploring this distinctive corner of the island. Completed in 1872, the lighthouse was constructed from granite quarried only a few hundred meters away, its stout circular form and adjoining keeper’s house blending seamlessly into the rocky landscape. For more than a century it guided shipping through the busy sea lanes between Bornholm and southern Sweden, before being taken out of regular service in 1990. A modern light once again shines from the lantern, but today its main role is to illuminate the area’s history rather than warn passing ships.From working light to open lookout
The decommissioning of Hammeren Fyr did not end its story. The building now belongs to the Danish Nature Agency and is open to the public in the summer half of the year, generally from morning until sunset when weather allows. Entry to both the grounds and the tower is free, a rare chance to explore a historic lighthouse without a ticket barrier. The interior retains the character of a working light, from the compact stairwell to the old keeper’s office tucked just below the lantern. The climb to the top is short but atmospheric, a tight spiral that opens suddenly onto the lantern balcony. From here the view is the real attraction: to one side the ruins of Hammershus castle crown another cliff, while below you the rift valley holds Bornholm’s largest lake, Hammersø. On clear days the horizon stretches toward Christiansø and the Swedish coastline, and you can trace Bornholm’s northern shore from Sandvig and Allinge to the distant granite quarries and fishing harbours.Part of a wider maritime story
Hammeren Lighthouse is only one chapter in the area’s seafaring narrative. Its high placement meant that in low cloud or dense fog the beam could disappear, leaving ships without a reliable mark. To solve this, the lower Hammerodde Lighthouse was added at the northernmost tip of Bornholm in 1895, closer to sea level and visible when Hammeren’s light was hidden. For nearly a hundred years the two towers worked together, one high, one low, guiding vessels past reefs and skerries along this intricate rocky coast. The lighthouse also bears the imprint of industrial history. The quarries that supplied its building stones later expanded, carving out basins that filled with clear water to become lakes such as Krystalsøen and Opalsøen. From Hammeren Fyr you can see these relics of the granite trade punctuating the heath and heather, a reminder that the headland is both natural landscape and worked terrain shaped by generations of local stonemasons.Walking the heather-clad headland
Reaching the lighthouse usually involves at least a short walk, and the approach is part of the experience. Hammerknuden is laced with footpaths that weave through heather, juniper and low pines, occasionally breaking out onto bare rock with sudden views of sea and cliff. Some trails follow the more sheltered inland side past Hammersø and Opalsø, while others trace the wild outer rim above steep drops and sea stacks. The area around the tower offers several informal vantage points beyond the lantern itself. You can wander a little from the building to find quieter rocks for sitting and watching passing ships or sea birds riding the updrafts along the cliffs. In late summer the heather blooms purple around the lighthouse, softening the granite and filling the air with a faint honeyed scent as wind rolls in from the Baltic.Light, weather and changing moods
Because of its exposure, Hammeren Fyr feels different in every season and type of weather. On bright days the Baltic takes on shifting shades of blue and green, with the white tower standing out against a sharp horizon and distant silhouettes of Sweden. In windier conditions, waves crash against the western cliffs and the sound of surf drifts up to the headland, giving the site a wilder, more dramatic edge. Cloud, too, plays a role here. The same low mist that once obscured Hammeren’s beam can wrap the headland in fast-moving fog, briefly hiding and then revealing the tower and surrounding rocks. At sunset the lantern platform becomes a natural viewing point, with long light falling across Hammershus and the north coast. Even when the lighthouse is closed, simply circling it along the paths and watching how sky, sea and stone interact offers a strong sense of Bornholm’s maritime character and the enduring presence of this granite guardian above the Baltic.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Vang Pier
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Melsted Havn
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Slemmegrav
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Den russiske bjørn
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Bornholms Ø-arkiv
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Destination Bornholm ApS
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Ronne Lighthouse
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Asylcenter Rønne & Segen
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Louisenlund
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Klintebakken
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Midterpilt
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Udforsk Bornholm
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Geografisk knudepunkt
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Snogebæk Havn
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Unmissable attractions to see
Hammeren
0.3 km
Wild granite cliffs, heather hills and Baltic Sea vistas meet lakes, quarries and a historic lighthouse at Bornholm’s rugged northern headland.
Opal Lake
0.5 km
A flooded granite quarry turned emerald lake, Opal Lake on Bornholm blends raw cliffs, deep clear water and coastal views with swimming, cliff jumps and rugged trails.
Salomons kapel
0.8 km
Remote medieval chapel ruins beneath Hammerknuden’s granite cliffs, where Baltic herring history, stone walls and sweeping sea views meet on Bornholm’s wild north coast.
Den Våde Ovn
1.4 km
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Hammer Odde Lighthouse
1.6 km
A working coastal lighthouse on Bornholm’s northern tip, where granite shores, Baltic horizons, and historic navigation meet along scenic walking trails.
Løvehovederne
1.7 km
Dramatic granite cliffs on Bornholm’s wild north coast, where weathered rock profiles resemble lions gazing out over the Baltic Sea.
Hammershus Castle Ruins
1.8 km
Bornholm’s great clifftop fortress, where vast medieval ruins, Baltic Sea panoramas and a striking modern visitor centre bring 800 years of history to life.
Moseløkken Stenbrudsmuseum
1.8 km
Working granite quarry museum on Bornholm’s Hammerknuden, where industrial heritage, hands-on tools and dramatic cliffside scenery tell the story of stone.
Madsebakke
1.9 km
Denmark’s largest Bronze Age rock carving field, where ships, sun symbols and ancient footprints emerge from a quiet Bornholm hillside of weathered granite.
Ravnedalen
2.9 km
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Slotslyngen
3.4 km
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Pissebækken
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Æggehønen
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Bornholm Technical Collection
4.1 km
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Blåskinsdalen
6.2 km
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Essential places to dine
Ellas Restaurant og Konditori
1.1 km
Cozy Danish restaurant and konditori in seaside Allinge, pairing nostalgic “mormor” charm with hearty comfort dishes, cakes and coffee just steps from Bornholm’s harbor.
Terrassen
2.9 km
Wine, cocktails and Nordic comfort food on a wide harbour-view deck in historic Høiers Gaard, where Allinge’s sea air, granite coast and easygoing buzz meet.
Restaurant Det Gamle Posthus,Allinge
3.0 km
Hearty Bornholm cooking in a former post office, where generous plates, local ingredients and a cosy courtyard turn Allinge’s everyday letters into lingering meals.
Restaurant Margeritten
3.0 km
Casual Danish family restaurant on Allinge’s church square, serving generous classics, pizzas and a salad bar in relaxed, central surroundings.
Nordbornholms Røgeri Butik & Restaurant
3.2 km
Bornholm's largest fish buffet on the cliffs, where smoked seafood and Baltic views define island dining.
Le Port i Vang på Bornholm
4.5 km
Clifftop gourmet dining on Bornholm’s wild northwest coast, where refined French‑Nordic cuisine meets sweeping Baltic Sea sunsets over Vang and Hammershus.
The Ranch
8.4 km
Western-inspired group dining and celebrations in a former community hall on Bornholm, blending hearty cooking with relaxed, village-saloon atmosphere.
Stammershalle Badehotel
8.6 km
Historic 1911 seaside bathing hotel on Bornholm’s wild north coast, pairing Baltic Sea panoramas and rocky swims with refined Nordic dining and quiet coastal charm.
Hasle Smokehouse
12.4 km
Historic alderwood smokehouses on Bornholm’s west coast, where traditional smoked fish, casual dining and Baltic Sea views meet in one atmospheric seaside stop.
Norresan
15.4 km
Converted smokery café with sunset views, coffee, ice cream, and unhurried harbor charm.
Spektakel-bar
15.8 km
Leafy courtyard dining in central Gudhjem, where a focused menu, good drinks and only-outdoor seating create one of Bornholm’s cosiest evening hangouts.
Restaurant Gudhjem Bakke
16.0 km
Hearty portions and classic Danish comfort food on the sunny slopes above Gudhjem’s harbour, ideal for a generous lunch or relaxed, no‑nonsense dinner.
Restaurant Bolsterbjerg v/Lola Mortensen
18.7 km
Countryside Danish cooking in a leafy Bornholm garden, where classic comfort dishes meet a tranquil event‑ready setting just outside Rønne.
Christianshøjkroen
20.6 km
Historic yellow forest kro on Bornholm serving refined Danish smørrebrød and Skovfrokost in a cosy cottage and garden terrace deep among the trees.
Râzapâz
20.6 km
Natural wine, seasonal plates and bohemian charm come together at this intimate Rønne spiseri, where Bornholm’s culinary energy is poured by the glass.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Bornholmsk Pileflet
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A small rural workshop in Klemensker where traditional willow weaving becomes functional art and intimate encounters with Bornholm’s craft heritage unfold.
Førder Bornholm
15.8 km
Curated fashion and gourmet finds in Gudhjem's charming harbor village.
Lifestone
15.9 km
A cosy seaside boutique on Gudhjem’s main street, blending relaxed Scandinavian fashion with the everyday charm of Bornholm’s most dramatic harbour town.
Janne K
15.9 km
Intimate Scandinavian clothing and lifestyle boutique on Gudhjem’s main street, pairing Nordic style with a Bornholm coastal sensibility in a calm, curated space.
Sæbemageriet Bornholm
18.2 km
Intimate soap workshop-boutique in Østerlars, where Bornholm’s landscapes are translated into handcrafted bars, gentle scents and cosy, small-batch island charm.
Baltic Sea Glass
18.6 km
Renowned Bornholm glass studio and gallery where molten sand, Baltic light, and island-inspired design become elegant, hand-blown works of art.
The Bornholm Farm Shop
19.2 km
Cooperative countryside farm shop near Rønne, bringing Bornholm’s meats, oils, honey, lambskins and island delicacies together in a relaxed rural setting.
Torvehal Bornholm
19.8 km
Compact Bornholm food hall and roastery café in Rønne, bringing local flavours, natural groceries and island coffee culture together under one relaxed roof.
Sport Dres Bornholm v/Jesper Schiøtt
20.0 km
Compact but expertly stocked fishing specialist in central Rønne, where Bornholm’s anglers gear up, swap tips and prepare for time on the island’s lakes and coasts.
Sct. Nicolai Genbrug
20.6 km
Volunteer-run thrift shop in central Rønne, where low-priced second-hand clothing and curios support local church social work and sustainable shopping on Bornholm.
People-Fashion.dk
20.7 km
Intimate Scandinavian womenswear boutique in central Rønne, blending slow fashion, natural fabrics and easy Nordic style with Bornholm’s relaxed island atmosphere.
Din Tøjmand by Jan & Nalle
20.8 km
Bornholm's trusted menswear specialist on the heart of Rønne's main shopping street.
Klippeøens Gårdbutik
20.8 km
Spacious Bornholm farm shop on the rocky east coast, mixing English country fashion, Italian dresses and homey gifts in a cosy countryside setting all year round.
William Dams Bookstore
20.9 km
One of Denmark’s oldest family-run bookshops, blending 19th‑century heritage, live culture and 20,000+ books in the heart of Rønne’s main square.
Flying Tiger Copenhagen
21.0 km
A small, colorful universe of Scandinavian-designed gifts, gadgets and creative essentials in the heart of Rønne, perfect for playful souvenirs and practical finds.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Underbar
1.8 km
Intimate cliffside bar beneath Hotel Nordlandet, where Nordic cocktails, candlelight and big Baltic horizons turn Bornholm’s wild north coast into your living room.
Ølstauan
2.8 km
Harbourside Bornholm bar where local craft beers, hearty Danish comfort food and Baltic Sea views come together in a relaxed, grown‑up atmosphere.
Pilen bar & bodega
2.9 km
Unpretentious neighborhood bar in central Allinge, serving cold beers, hearty plates and laid‑back Bornholm nightlife from lunchtime until late.
Cabaret Bornholm
5.8 km
Intimate cocktail and tapas bar bringing a touch of cabaret flair and late‑night atmosphere to the quiet coastal town of Allinge on Bornholm.
Penyllan Brewery
6.3 km
Harbourfront craft brewery on Bornholm’s north coast, blending barrel-aged beer, Nordic flavours and Baltic sea views in a relaxed, intimate taproom.
Ølhuzed ApS
11.9 km
Cosy craft beer bar in the heart of Hasle, pouring Bornholm brews and European favourites with simple tapas, nachos and an easygoing neighbourhood vibe.
Provianten
15.8 km
Cozy harbor-side wine bar and eatery in Gudhjem, blending thoughtful drinks, simple honest food and Bornholm’s relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Pølse baren på Campus Bornholm
20.2 km
Casual sausage bar on Campus Bornholm serving traditional Danish pølser to students and visitors.
O'Malley
20.8 km
Cosy Irish pub and sports bar in central Rønne, pouring stout and whiskies, screening live games and hosting lively evenings on Bornholm’s main town square.
Krystal Bodega
20.9 km
No‑frills local pub in central Rønne, serving cold beers, bar games and late‑night Bornholm atmosphere in classic Danish bodega style.
Café 18
20.9 km
Casual bodega and cocktail bar where Rønne locals gather for coffee, conversation, and evening drinks.
Den Marinerede Sild
21.0 km
A snug, Bornholm-flavoured pub on Lille Torv in central Rønne, pouring local craft beers and cocktails in a warm, intimate setting with easy island charm.
Café Lille Per
21.1 km
Local bodega charm on Rønne’s central square, where simple drinks, easygoing vibes and everyday Bornholm life meet in one relaxed café-bar.
Buddha Bar
26.2 km
Relaxed, Asian‑tinged bar on Aakirkeby’s central square, ideal for casual drinks, simple bites and unhurried people‑watching at the heart of inland Bornholm.
Dagligstuen
26.2 km
Aakirkeby's unpretentious beer hall and community gathering space on the main square.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
Palæcafeen
20.6 km
No‑frills late‑night disco bar in central Rønne, mixing local bodega charm with loud music, dancing and affordable drinks on Bornholm’s main island.
Musikhuzet
20.9 km
Bornholm’s Musikhuzet in central Rønne offers an ever-changing lineup of live concerts, cultural performances, and community events in a buzzing local landmark venue.
Doiazd7 Do Ronne
20.9 km
Compact island nightclub bringing late-night beats, colourful lights and an easygoing local crowd to the harbour town of Rønne on Bornholm.
After Dark
21.0 km
Compact weekend nightclub bringing big-city beats, DJ-driven dancing and a lively bar atmosphere to the otherwise quiet island town of Rønne on Bornholm.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Scenic
- Tranquil
- Adventurous
- Relaxing
- Unique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Historic
- Landmarks
- Viewpoints
- Parks & Gardens
- Sacred Sites
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
- Panoramas
- Sunset Spots
- Waterfront
- Skyline
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
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- Instagrammable
- Architectural Shots
- Reel-Friendly
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Protected Area
- Nature Reserve
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Low Impact
- Leave-No-Trace Critical
- Locally Managed
- Wildlife Habitat
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- Nature Escape
- Day Trip
- Roadtrip Stop
- Cultural Heritage
- Mindfulness
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- LGBT Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly
