Snogebæk Strand
White-sand beach escape in a working fishing village with authentic maritime charm and crystal-clear waters.
Snogebæk Strand is a pristine white-sand beach on Bornholm's southeastern coast, near the charming fishing village of Snogebæk. Known for its soft, light sand, shallow crystal-clear waters, and wide shoreline, this relaxed seaside retreat offers a tranquil escape with a genuine maritime atmosphere. The beach features a distinctive pier and is surrounded by the natural beauty of Bornholm's southern landscape.
A brief summary to Snogebæk Strand
- Turistvej 21, Nexø, 3730, DK
- Duration: 1.5 to 4 hours
- Free
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit during late spring or early autumn for the best combination of warm weather, calm seas, and fewer crowds than peak summer season.
- Explore the village of Snogebæk itself for local shops, fresh seafood restaurants, and authentic Danish coastal culture beyond the beach.
- The shallow, clear waters are ideal for families with children and those who prefer calmer swimming conditions.
- Bring a camera—the pier, soft sand, and natural light create excellent photography opportunities throughout the day.
- Pack a picnic or visit local eateries; amenities on the beach itself are minimal, so plan accordingly for food and drinks.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Seating Areas
- Picnic Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Getting There
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Car
From Nexø town centre, drive south on Route 56 toward Snogebæk for approximately 8 kilometres, taking about 12–15 minutes. Follow signs to Snogebæk Strand and park in the designated beach car park near Turistvej. Parking is available year-round, though spaces fill quickly during summer weekends. No parking fee is charged.
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Bus
Local buses serve Snogebæk village from Nexø and other parts of Bornholm, with journey times of 15–25 minutes depending on route and stops. Bus services run year-round with reduced frequency in winter months. Check local Bornholm transport schedules for current timetables. The bus stop is within walking distance of the beach.
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Bicycle
Bornholm is renowned for cycling, with well-maintained routes connecting villages across the island. From Nexø, the ride to Snogebæk Strand is approximately 8 kilometres on flat to gently rolling terrain, taking 25–35 minutes depending on fitness level. Bike rental is widely available in Nexø and other towns. The route follows scenic coastal roads with minimal traffic.
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Walking
From Snogebæk village centre, the beach is accessible on foot in approximately 10–15 minutes via flat, easy terrain. The walk passes through the village and follows marked paths toward the waterfront. This is an accessible option for most fitness levels and allows exploration of local shops and harbour areas en route.
Snogebæk Strand location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Clear Skies
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Mild Temperatures
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Hot Weather
Discover more about Snogebæk Strand
A Gem of Bornholm's Southern Shore
Snogebæk Strand stands as one of the most charming and inviting beaches on Bornholm's southern coast. Located near the picturesque fishing village of Snogebæk, this wide sandy beach captivates visitors with its soft, light-colored sand and shallow, crystal-clear waters. The beach's generous expanse and pristine condition make it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful seaside experience away from crowded tourist hotspots. The distinctive pier extending into the water adds character and serves as a focal point for both swimmers and photographers.Natural Landscape and Coastal Setting
The beach is situated within a larger coastal ecosystem that includes the Strandmarken and Sømarken areas, which comprise extensive tracts of shifting sand stretching across Bornholm's southeastern region. This dynamic natural environment has been shaped by centuries of coastal processes and human stewardship. In the 1800s, the area was planted with vegetation to stabilize the shifting sands, creating a landscape that balances natural beauty with historical land management. The soft dunes and gentle topography create a serene backdrop for beach activities and exploration.The Fishing Village Atmosphere
Snogebæk itself embodies the authentic maritime character that defines Bornholm's heritage. The village maintains a relaxed, unpretentious vibe that reflects its working fishing community roots. Small, cosy shops line the harbour area, offering local crafts, fresh seafood, and traditional Danish goods. Walking through the village, visitors experience genuine Bornholm culture rather than commercialized tourism, with the sand quite literally between their toes as they explore the waterfront. This intimate connection to the sea and local community distinguishes Snogebæk from more developed beach destinations.Accessibility and Nearby Attractions
The beach is conveniently located near several notable Bornholm destinations, including the town of Nexø, which lies just a short distance away. From Snogebæk Strand, visitors can easily access other coastal attractions and explore the southeastern portion of the island. The location serves as an excellent base for discovering Bornholm's diverse beaches, natural reserves, and cultural heritage sites. The proximity to both the beach and the village creates opportunities for varied experiences within a compact area.Seasonal Character and Weather Patterns
The beach experiences distinct seasonal variations typical of the Baltic region. Summer months bring warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours, making it ideal for swimming and sunbathing. Spring and autumn offer milder conditions suitable for walks and photography, while winter transforms the beach into a quieter, more contemplative space. The shallow waters warm more readily in summer, making the beach particularly appealing for families and those sensitive to cold water. Clear skies are common during the warmer months, while winter and autumn may bring more variable conditions.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Snogebæk Havn
0.6 km
Bornholm's easternmost harbor where fishing tradition, artisan culture, and pristine beaches converge.
Geografisk knudepunkt
7.8 km
Where latitude and longitude meet: Denmark's geographic heart on the Bornholm coast.
Midterpilt
8.3 km
A modest stone cairn marking the highest point of Paradisbakkerne, Midterpilt is a quiet waypoint on Bornholm’s wildest woodland and heathland hiking routes.
Louisenlund
13.3 km
Over 50 ancient standing stones in a mystical woodland setting, revealing Bornholm's Neolithic ritual landscape.
Klintebakken
14.0 km
A billion-year geological journey where ancient granite meets younger sandstone at Bornholm's most scientifically significant fault line.
Melsted Havn
22.2 km
An authentic 1884 granite harbour preserving Bornholm's fishing heritage between protective skerries.
Slemmegrav
27.1 km
Explore the rich history and stunning architecture of Slemmegrav, a hidden gem in Rønne, Denmark, perfect for history lovers and nature enthusiasts.
Bornholms Ø-arkiv
27.6 km
Bornholm's premier archive preserving centuries of island genealogy and local history.
Asylcenter Rønne & Segen
27.8 km
Experience community living at Asylcenter Rønne & Segen, a unique apartment-style accommodation in beautiful Bornholm, Denmark.
Den russiske bjørn
28.1 km
Explore the enchanting Den russiske bjørn in Rønne, a unique tourist attraction steeped in local culture and history, perfect for memorable experiences.
Ronne Lighthouse
28.2 km
A slender white cast-iron lighthouse above Rønne’s harbour, once a vital guiding light and now a simple, elegant symbol of Bornholm’s maritime gateway.
Destination Bornholm ApS
28.6 km
Discover the enchanting Danish island of Bornholm, where stunning landscapes meet rich cultural traditions and unforgettable experiences await.
Vang Pier
35.1 km
Granite monument and sandy beach where Bornholm's industrial past meets modern recreation.
Domen
35.5 km
Geometric wooden dome on Allinge’s seafront, blending Baltic views, Folkemødet history and flexible cultural life in one striking, light-filled shell.
Madsebakke
35.8 km
Northern Europe's most significant Bronze Age rock carving site, revealing 3,000 years of sacred ritual and symbolic expression.
Unmissable attractions to see
Dueodde Strand
2.4 km
Fine white sand, whispering pines and a vast Baltic horizon meet at Bornholm’s southern tip, where Dueodde Strand stretches for kilometres of tranquil, windswept coast.
Kanonstilling G3
3.2 km
Explore Kanonstilling G3 in Nexø, a preserved WWII coastal artillery site offering historical insights and stunning Bornholm coastal views.
Dueodde
3.4 km
Bornholm’s southern tip of sugar-fine sand and shallow, clear Baltic waters, framed by pine forest, dunes, a towering lighthouse and quiet wartime relics.
Bornholmertarnet
3.4 km
Former top-secret NATO listening post turned Cold War museum, crowned by a 70 m viewing tower with sweeping panoramas over Dueodde and eastern Bornholm.
Dueodde Fyr
4.2 km
Denmark’s tallest lighthouse, rising above Dueodde’s white dunes and Baltic horizons, offering sweeping views, coastal nature and a modern chapter of Bornholm’s maritime story.
Dueodde, Bornholms sydligste punkt
4.5 km
Vast white dunes, ultra-fine sand and a towering lighthouse meet at Bornholm’s southern tip, where forest and Baltic Sea blend into one luminous coastal landscape.
Udforsk Bornholm
4.8 km
Discover the diverse landscapes and rich history of Slotslyngen on Bornholm's northern coast.
Bornholm Butterfly Park
4.8 km
A steamy tropical hothouse on the edge of Nexø, where hundreds of exotic butterflies, koi ponds and lush gardens create a vivid island-of-summer on Bornholm.
Nexø Museum
4.9 km
Harbourside museum in a 1796 sandstone guardhouse, sharing Nexø’s maritime heritage and dramatic wartime story on Bornholm’s windswept east coast.
Nexø Sandskulptur
5.1 km
Ephemeral masterpieces in sand rise between old harbor silos and Baltic light, turning Nexø’s working waterfront into Bornholm’s most unexpected open-air art park.
Ringborgen Rispebjerg
6.6 km
Bornholm’s largest Iron Age ring fort layered over a Neolithic sun temple, where soft ramparts, woodhenge traces and wide valley views bring 5,000 years of ritual and refuge to life.
Rokkestenen
7.5 km
Bornholm’s most famous rocking stone: a 35‑ton Ice Age boulder you can set in motion, hidden in the rugged forested hills of Paradisbakkerne near Svaneke.
Gamleborg i Paradisbakkerne
7.6 km
Iron Age refuge hidden in Bornholm’s rocky Paradisbakkerne, where low ramparts, steep slopes and heather‑clad forest reveal a quiet but powerful story of defence.
Paradisbakkerne
8.2 km
Rocky Ice Age hills, deep forest ravines and ancient fort ruins create a near‑wilderness escape in eastern Bornholm, laced with waymarked trails and quiet forest lakes.
Aarsdale Mølle
9.4 km
A brick‑built windmill queen above Aarsdale, where working machinery, Baltic views and Bornholm’s milling heritage come together in a single evocative hilltop landmark.
Essential places to dine
Restaurant Den Lille Havfrue Bornholm
0.5 km
Cosy seaside dining in Snogebæk, where hearty Danish dishes, Baltic seafood and a leafy summer courtyard capture the laid-back charm of Bornholm’s south coast.
Snogebæk Røgeri
0.7 km
Traditional Bornholm smokehouse and seafood buffet in the seaside village of Snogebæk, combining casual dining with a well‑stocked shop of freshly smoked fish.
Culinarium
4.9 km
Fresh harbor seafood and German-Danish hospitality at Bornholm's working waterfront
Bakkarøgeriet
8.4 km
Historic smokehouse with white chimneys, signature smoked fish, and panoramic sea views on Bornholm's southern coast.
Kadeau Bornholm
9.6 km
Remote, refined and deeply Bornholm at heart, this seaside cottage restaurant turns island gardens, shorelines and smokehouses into an immersive New Nordic tasting journey.
Svaneke Bryghus Restaurant
12.9 km
Historic brewery restaurant where organic craft beer and seasonal Nordic cuisine unite in rustic refinement.
Tre Tjenere Restaurant
13.0 km
Authentic Nordic cuisine and harbor views in Svaneke's most celebrated restaurant.
Restaurant Pakhuset
13.0 km
Hearty steak-and-pasta classics, local Bornholm flavours and a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere inside a characterful old warehouse in central Svaneke.
Vinøst wine bar & restaurant
13.0 km
French-inspired natural wine bar on Svaneke’s cobbled square, pairing intimate candlelit ambience with a serious bottle list and refined small plates.
Restaurant Siemsens Gaard
13.0 km
Nordic cuisine in a 16th-century harbour house with Baltic Sea views and craft beer expertise.
Svaneke Røgeri
13.4 km
Traditional Bornholm fish smokehouse and casual seaside restaurant in Svaneke, combining alder-smoked seafood, hearty buffets and open-air Baltic views.
Restaurant Ekkodalshuset
16.7 km
Hearty Danish lunches and giant tartlets served in a cozy forest inn beside Bornholm’s echo valley, perfectly paired with walks in Almindingen.
Christianshøjkroen
17.5 km
Historic yellow forest kro on Bornholm serving refined Danish smørrebrød and Skovfrokost in a cosy cottage and garden terrace deep among the trees.
Restaurant Bolsterbjerg v/Lola Mortensen
19.3 km
Countryside Danish cooking in a leafy Bornholm garden, where classic comfort dishes meet a tranquil event‑ready setting just outside Rønne.
Restaurant Gudhjem Bakke
22.9 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.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Mollys Verden
0.5 km
A cosy Bornholm interiors haven in Snogebæk, where playful Nordic design, colourful homewares and quirky gifts turn casual browsing into a gentle little adventure.
Reflax
13.0 km
Elegant Nordic minimalism in natural fibers, where timeless design meets contemporary edge.
Karamelleriet ApS
13.0 km
Handcrafted caramels and fudge in a working factory overlooking Svaneke's harbor.
Art Box Bornholm
13.1 km
Compact gallery, design shop and creative supply store in Svaneke, distilling Bornholm’s coastal character into bold prints, maps, jewellery and art materials.
My Home Furniture Ronne
13.5 km
Quality furniture and home goods at outlet prices in Bornholm's commercial heart.
Sparloppan
13.7 km
Quirky flea market, art gallery and cosy café gathered on one floor above Aakirkeby’s town square, mixing retro treasures, local creativity and relaxed Bornholm hygge.
Bornholms Valsemølle A/S
13.9 km
Working island flour mill and cozy farm shop where Bornholm grain becomes characterful flour and local delicacies in the heart of Aakirkeby.
Klippeøens Gårdbutik
18.2 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.
Sæbemageriet Bornholm
19.4 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
20.3 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
21.4 km
Cooperative countryside farm shop near Rønne, bringing Bornholm’s meats, oils, honey, lambskins and island delicacies together in a relaxed rural setting.
Janne K
23.0 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.
Lifestone
23.1 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.
Førder Bornholm
23.2 km
Curated fashion and gourmet finds in Gudhjem's charming harbor village.
Bornholmsk Pileflet
24.5 km
A small rural workshop in Klemensker where traditional willow weaving becomes functional art and intimate encounters with Bornholm’s craft heritage unfold.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Sørens Værtshus
0.6 km
Casual seaside pub in Snogebæk serving deep-pan stone-oven pizza, cold drinks and live summer music a short stroll from Bornholm’s sandy beaches.
Slævasted
4.7 km
Ultra-casual harbor bar in Nexø with quirky décor, cheap drinks and a cozy, lived-in atmosphere that feels more like a local living room than a polished pub.
The Golden Rooster
4.8 km
Authentic Danish bodega serving hearty traditional fare with harbor views in central Nexø.
Mikkeller Aarsdale
9.9 km
Seasonal seaside craft beer bar and burger spot in a former smokehouse on Bornholm’s Aarsdale harbour, pairing inventive taps with relaxed Baltic Sea views.
Madvig
12.9 km
Intimate Bornholm wine and cocktail bar in Svaneke’s old streets, pouring carefully chosen bottles and classic drinks in a warm, candlelit setting.
Søllings Bodega
13.0 km
Traditional Danish bodega in Svaneke's town square, where locals gather for games, conversation, and authentic pub culture.
Buddha Bar
13.6 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
13.7 km
Aakirkeby's unpretentious beer hall and community gathering space on the main square.
Provianten
23.2 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
27.4 km
Casual sausage bar on Campus Bornholm serving traditional Danish pølser to students and visitors.
Café Lille Per
27.9 km
Local bodega charm on Rønne’s central square, where simple drinks, easygoing vibes and everyday Bornholm life meet in one relaxed café-bar.
Den Marinerede Sild
28.0 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.
O'Malley
28.1 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
28.2 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
28.2 km
Casual bodega and cocktail bar where Rønne locals gather for coffee, conversation, and evening drinks.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
Doiazd7 Do Ronne
27.5 km
Compact island nightclub bringing late-night beats, colourful lights and an easygoing local crowd to the harbour town of Rønne on Bornholm.
Palæcafeen
28.1 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
28.2 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.
After Dark
28.3 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
- Relaxing
- Tranquil
- Scenic
- Casual
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Viewpoints
- Parks & Gardens
- Heritage Neighborhoods
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
- Panoramas
- Waterfront
- Sunrise Spots
- Sunset Spots
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Aesthetic Corners
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Protected Area
- Low Impact
- Public-Transport Accessible
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Nature Escape
- Photowalk
- Day Trip
- Cultural Heritage
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly