Geografisk Knudepunkt
Where latitude and longitude meet: Denmark's geographic heart on the Bornholm coast.
A granite marker in the coastal dunes of southern Bornholm marks the precise intersection of the 55th parallel north and the 15th meridian east—the geographic point that defines Danish standard time. Located near the historic Slusegård watermill and within the protected Østre Sømarken nature area, this modest but significant landmark offers visitors a tangible connection to global geography and a gateway to exploring one of Denmark's most distinctive regions.
A brief summary to Geografisk knudepunkt
- Strandvejen 10, Aakirkeby, 3720, DK
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- Duration: 0.5 to 2 hours
- Free
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Local tips
- Visit during clear weather to fully appreciate the expansive coastal views and the symbolic significance of standing at this precise geographic intersection.
- Combine your visit with the nearby Slusegård watermill and Østre Sømarken nature trails to experience the full cultural and natural heritage of the area.
- The area is privately owned but protected for public access; respect the landscape and follow marked trails to preserve the delicate coastal heathland ecosystem.
- Bring binoculars to observe the diverse birdlife in the coastal dunes and marshland, particularly during migration seasons in spring and autumn.
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Getting There
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Car from Aakirkeby
From Aakirkeby town center, drive south on Strandvejen toward the coast. The journey takes approximately 10–15 minutes covering roughly 5 kilometers. Follow signs toward Slusegård. Parking is available near Slusegård watermill and Café Slusegård, from which the geographic marker is a short walk of 100 meters across the protected heathland. No entrance fee is required.
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Walking from Slusegård
From Slusegård watermill and café, the granite marker is located 100 meters south across open grassland and low dunes. The walk takes approximately 5–10 minutes on level terrain with no significant obstacles. The path is informal but well-trodden. This is the most direct approach and allows you to visit both the marker and the historic watermill in a single outing.
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Hiking from Bakkerne Havn
From the small fishing settlement of Bakkerne Havn to the east, walking trails through Østre Sømarken connect to the geographic point. The walk takes approximately 20–30 minutes depending on your route and pace. This approach allows you to experience the full coastal heathland landscape and observe the transition from settlement to open nature. Trails are marked and maintained.
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Cycling from Nexø
From Nexø, approximately 12 kilometers away, cycling via Strandvejen takes 25–35 minutes depending on fitness and route. The road is generally flat with some gentle slopes. Bike parking is available near Slusegård. This option suits those wanting a longer outdoor experience while visiting multiple coastal attractions in the area.
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The Meeting Point of Latitude and Longitude
At the southern tip of Bornholm, where the 55th parallel north intersects with the 15th meridian east, lies a simple yet profound geographic marker. A granite stone embedded in the coastal dunes marks this exact point, where the sun reaches its highest position at noon (1 PM during summer months). This intersection holds particular significance for Denmark, as it defines the meridian upon which Danish standard time is based. The location sits approximately 100 meters south of Slusegård, within a protected landscape that has been carefully preserved to maintain public access and protect its natural and cultural heritage.A Landscape Shaped by Time and Geology
The Østre Sømarken area surrounding the geographic point is a coastal heathland characterized by low dunes and open grassland, creating an expansive horizon that invites contemplation. The landscape tells stories of human settlement spanning millennia. During the Iron Age, this same ground hosted a substantial burial ground, evidence of Bornholm's importance as a wealthy and strategically significant cultural hub. The Øle Å stream flows through a narrow gorge of slate, its banks revealing fossilized impressions of ancient marine creatures called graptolites. Nearby stands a well-preserved watermill with dams dating to around 1800, alongside a historic trout house once used to catch spawning sea trout—remnants of the region's intimate relationship with water and sustenance.Gateway to Coastal Heritage
Just east of the geographic point lies Bakkerne Havn, a small fishing settlement featuring traditional fishermen's houses and a smokehouse. The entire Slusegård area is protected as a nature reserve to safeguard the watermill complex and ensure public access to both the mill and the beach. This protection reflects the area's dual significance: as a natural landscape of ecological value and as a cultural monument representing centuries of human adaptation to coastal life. The combination of geographic precision and historic depth makes this location a unique vantage point from which to understand Bornholm's place in both the physical world and human history.Exploring the Broader Sømarken Region
Visitors to the geographic point can extend their experience by walking through the Østre Sømarken nature area, which offers trails connecting the marker to the watermill, the stream gorge, and the coastal settlement. The landscape transitions from open heathland to wooded areas and down to the shoreline, revealing the environmental diversity that has sustained human communities here for thousands of years. The protected status of the area ensures that these ecosystems remain intact, allowing visitors to experience the landscape much as it has existed for generations. The combination of natural beauty, historical depth, and geographic significance creates a destination that appeals equally to those seeking solitude, outdoor exploration, and connection to place.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Geografisk knudepunkt
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Where latitude and longitude meet: Denmark's geographic heart on the Bornholm coast.
Snogebæk Havn
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Bornholm's easternmost harbor where fishing tradition, artisan culture, and pristine beaches converge.
Klintebakken
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A billion-year geological journey where ancient granite meets younger sandstone at Bornholm's most scientifically significant fault line.
Midterpilt
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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
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Over 50 ancient standing stones in a mystical woodland setting, revealing Bornholm's Neolithic ritual landscape.
Slemmegrav
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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
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Bornholm's premier archive preserving centuries of island genealogy and local history.
Asylcenter Rønne & Segen
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Den russiske bjørn
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Ronne Lighthouse
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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
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Discover the enchanting Danish island of Bornholm, where stunning landscapes meet rich cultural traditions and unforgettable experiences await.
Melsted Havn
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An authentic 1884 granite harbour preserving Bornholm's fishing heritage between protective skerries.
Vang Pier
32.2 km
Granite monument and sandy beach where Bornholm's industrial past meets modern recreation.
Domen
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Geometric wooden dome on Allinge’s seafront, blending Baltic views, Folkemødet history and flexible cultural life in one striking, light-filled shell.
Opal Lake
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Experience the breathtaking beauty of Opal Lake in Allinge, Bornholm, where adventure and tranquility meet in a stunning natural setting.
Unmissable attractions to see
Vingården Lille Gadegård
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Bornholm’s largest vineyard, blending northern-latitude wine, homely Danish buffets and laid-back farm life in a rustic countryside setting near Aakirkeby.
Bornholmertarnet
4.7 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
4.8 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
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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.
Kanonstilling G3
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Explore Kanonstilling G3 in Nexø, a preserved WWII coastal artillery site offering historical insights and stunning Bornholm coastal views.
Dueodde
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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.
Dueodde Strand
6.3 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.
Boderne Bornholm
7.6 km
A quiet ribbon of pale sand, dunes and harbour life on Bornholm’s south coast, where a former fishing hamlet now offers relaxed, low-key Baltic beach days.
Snogebæk Strand
7.8 km
White-sand beach escape in a working fishing village with authentic maritime charm and crystal-clear waters.
Bornholm Automobilmuseum Aakirkeby
7.8 km
Bornholm's award-winning automobile museum preserving over 80 classic vehicles and automotive heritage.
NaturBornholm
8.9 km
Interactive gateway to Bornholm’s dinosaurs, geology and Baltic nature, set right on a dramatic fault line in a striking Henning Larsen–designed centre.
Almindingen
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Vast reforested heart of Bornholm, where granite cliffs, echoing valleys, castle ruins and European bison meet a web of trails under a deep green canopy.
Bornholm Butterfly Park
10.4 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.
Gamleborg i Paradisbakkerne
10.7 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.
Udforsk Bornholm
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Discover the diverse landscapes and rich history of Slotslyngen on Bornholm's northern coast.
Essential places to dine
Bakkarøgeriet
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Historic smokehouse with white chimneys, signature smoked fish, and panoramic sea views on Bornholm's southern coast.
Kadeau Bornholm
2.0 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.
Restaurant Den Lille Havfrue Bornholm
7.9 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
8.1 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
11.2 km
Fresh harbor seafood and German-Danish hospitality at Bornholm's working waterfront
Restaurant Ekkodalshuset
13.6 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
14.8 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
16.7 km
Countryside Danish cooking in a leafy Bornholm garden, where classic comfort dishes meet a tranquil event‑ready setting just outside Rønne.
Svaneke Bryghus Restaurant
17.6 km
Historic brewery restaurant where organic craft beer and seasonal Nordic cuisine unite in rustic refinement.
Vinøst wine bar & restaurant
17.6 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 Pakhuset
17.6 km
Hearty steak-and-pasta classics, local Bornholm flavours and a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere inside a characterful old warehouse in central Svaneke.
Tre Tjenere Restaurant
17.7 km
Authentic Nordic cuisine and harbor views in Svaneke's most celebrated restaurant.
Restaurant Siemsens Gaard
17.7 km
Nordic cuisine in a 16th-century harbour house with Baltic Sea views and craft beer expertise.
Svaneke Røgeri
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Traditional Bornholm fish smokehouse and casual seaside restaurant in Svaneke, combining alder-smoked seafood, hearty buffets and open-air Baltic views.
Hovedvagten
22.1 km
Historic 18th‑century guardhouse turned cozy Danish restaurant, serving Bornholm‑inspired comfort food in the atmospheric heart of Rønne’s old town.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Mollys Verden
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A cosy Bornholm interiors haven in Snogebæk, where playful Nordic design, colourful homewares and quirky gifts turn casual browsing into a gentle little adventure.
Bornholms Valsemølle A/S
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Working island flour mill and cozy farm shop where Bornholm grain becomes characterful flour and local delicacies in the heart of Aakirkeby.
Sparloppan
9.3 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.
My Home Furniture Ronne
9.4 km
Quality furniture and home goods at outlet prices in Bornholm's commercial heart.
The Bornholm Farm Shop
17.2 km
Cooperative countryside farm shop near Rønne, bringing Bornholm’s meats, oils, honey, lambskins and island delicacies together in a relaxed rural setting.
Reflax
17.6 km
Elegant Nordic minimalism in natural fibers, where timeless design meets contemporary edge.
Karamelleriet ApS
17.7 km
Handcrafted caramels and fudge in a working factory overlooking Svaneke's harbor.
Art Box Bornholm
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Compact gallery, design shop and creative supply store in Svaneke, distilling Bornholm’s coastal character into bold prints, maps, jewellery and art materials.
Sæbemageriet Bornholm
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Intimate soap workshop-boutique in Østerlars, where Bornholm’s landscapes are translated into handcrafted bars, gentle scents and cosy, small-batch island charm.
Klippeøens Gårdbutik
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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.
Baltic Sea Glass
21.1 km
Renowned Bornholm glass studio and gallery where molten sand, Baltic light, and island-inspired design become elegant, hand-blown works of art.
Dansk
21.1 km
Relaxed, value-focused clothing outlet in Rønne offering practical Danish fashion and everyday basics for the whole family, with a cosy coffee corner on site.
Bornholmsk Pileflet
22.1 km
A small rural workshop in Klemensker where traditional willow weaving becomes functional art and intimate encounters with Bornholm’s craft heritage unfold.
Flying Tiger Copenhagen
22.2 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.
William Dams Bookstore
22.3 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.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Sørens Værtshus
8.1 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.
Buddha Bar
9.3 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
9.3 km
Aakirkeby's unpretentious beer hall and community gathering space on the main square.
The Golden Rooster
10.9 km
Authentic Danish bodega serving hearty traditional fare with harbor views in central Nexø.
Slævasted
11.0 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.
Mikkeller Aarsdale
15.1 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
17.6 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
17.6 km
Traditional Danish bodega in Svaneke's town square, where locals gather for games, conversation, and authentic pub culture.
Pølse baren på Campus Bornholm
21.8 km
Casual sausage bar on Campus Bornholm serving traditional Danish pølser to students and visitors.
Café Lille Per
22.1 km
Local bodega charm on Rønne’s central square, where simple drinks, easygoing vibes and everyday Bornholm life meet in one relaxed café-bar.
Den Marinerede Sild
22.1 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
22.3 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
22.3 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
22.3 km
Casual bodega and cocktail bar where Rønne locals gather for coffee, conversation, and evening drinks.
Provianten
23.7 km
Cozy harbor-side wine bar and eatery in Gudhjem, blending thoughtful drinks, simple honest food and Bornholm’s relaxed coastal atmosphere.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Scenic
- Tranquil
- Unique
For the architecture buff
- Historic
- Parks & Gardens
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Panoramas
- Iconic Views
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Instagrammable
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Protected Area
- Leave-No-Trace Critical
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Nature Escape
- Day Trip
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Couple Friendly
