Snogebæk Havn
Bornholm's easternmost harbor where fishing tradition, artisan culture, and pristine beaches converge.
Snogebæk Havn is the easternmost port on south Bornholm, a charming fishing harbor and vibrant tourist hub where white sandy beaches stretch for kilometers. This protected island harbor welcomes both local fishermen and visiting sailors, offering excellent facilities, diverse dining options, artisan shops, and outdoor activities. The harbor's historic smokehouse reflects its fishing heritage, while the town has evolved into a cultural meeting point featuring chocolate production, ice cream made from local ingredients, working artist studios, and the famous annual harbor festival.
A brief summary to Snogebæk Havn
- Hovedgade 1K, Nexø, Snogebæk, 3730, DK
- +4524896546
- Visit website
- Duration: 1.5 to 4 hours
- Mid ranged
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
Local tips
- Visit during the annual harbor festival (typically summer) to experience the unique 1970s-themed celebration, local food traditions, and the entertaining Slidskens Vågehalse boat race.
- Explore the working artist studios and artisan shops to observe craftspeople creating handmade goods and purchase authentic local souvenirs directly from creators.
- Combine your harbor visit with Dueodde Beach (3.3 km away), one of Europe's finest sandy beaches, accessible via a scenic cycle or walking route along the coast.
- Sample local specialties: try the famous Kjærstrup chocolate, locally-made ice cream, and traditional Krakket Sild (cracked herring) at harbor restaurants.
- Arrive early in the day to secure parking and enjoy the harbor atmosphere before peak summer crowds; the harbor is most peaceful in shoulder seasons (May-June and September).
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
- Visitor Center
Getting There
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Car
From Nexø town center, drive south toward the coast on Route 56 for approximately 8 kilometers (10-12 minutes). Follow signs for Snogebæk Havn. Parking is available near the harbor entrance. From Rønne (the island's main town), drive southeast for approximately 30 kilometers (35-40 minutes) via Route 16 and Route 56. The harbor has dedicated parking areas, though spaces fill quickly during summer weekends.
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Bicycle
From Nexø, cycle south on coastal routes toward Snogebæk (approximately 8-10 kilometers, 25-35 minutes). The route follows scenic paths with views of Balka Beach and the coastline. From Rønne, the cycle route is approximately 30 kilometers (90-120 minutes) and is well-marked with Bornholm's cycling signage. Bike rental is available throughout the island.
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Public Transport
Bus services connect Nexø and Rønne to Snogebæk via local routes (journey times 15-45 minutes depending on origin). Service frequency is higher during summer months (May-September) with reduced schedules in winter. Check Bornholm's local transit website for current timetables. Buses stop near the harbor center.
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Boat
Sailors approaching from the Baltic can navigate to Snogebæk Havn using the two red navigation lights marking the 318-degree approach line between Salthammerrev and Broens Reef. Guest moorings are available both within the harbor and at external anchorages. The harbor is navigable day and night. Contact the harbor master at +45 56 48 90 05 for mooring availability and assistance.
Snogebæk Havn location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Clear Skies
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Mild Temperatures
Discover more about Snogebæk Havn
A Harbor Built to Endure the Elements
Snogebæk Havn stands as the easternmost port on south Bornholm, uniquely designed as an island harbor to prevent silting—a practical solution born from centuries of maritime experience. The harbor sits well-protected between two reefs: Salthammerrev and Broens Reef, with only the harbor's entrance channel providing safe passage. Two red navigation lights guide vessels along a 318-degree approach line, making the harbor navigable both day and night. Guest sailors are warmly welcomed at dedicated mooring berths both within the harbor and at external guest anchorages, reflecting the strong sailing culture that defines this corner of Denmark.Where Fishing Heritage Meets Modern Tourism
The harbor's imposing smokehouse tells the story of Snogebæk's fishing past, when local boats brought daily catches to these docks. Today, that heritage persists alongside a thriving tourism industry. The town has transformed into a major gathering point for south Bornholm's visitors, particularly during summer months, without losing its authentic character. Fishing boats still operate from these waters, their presence a living reminder of generations of maritime tradition. The harbor's working waterfront creates an atmosphere where past and present coexist naturally.A Culinary and Artisan Destination
Snogebæk has become renowned for unexpected culinary innovations. The town launched chocolate production that has gained international recognition, while a local ice cream shop crafts frozen treats from regional ingredients. Beyond these specialties, the harbor area offers diverse dining experiences: fish and chips stands, traditional Danish fare at local inns, burgers, and full-service restaurants. The town hosts numerous independent shops and working artist studios where visitors can observe craftspeople at their trades and purchase handmade souvenirs. This blend of artisan production and culinary creativity gives Snogebæk a distinctive cultural identity.The Annual Harbor Festival and Local Traditions
Every year, Snogebæk hosts a harbor festival that stands apart from similar events across Denmark by preserving the atmosphere and spirit of the 1970s. Local associations serve traditional Bornholm specialties, particularly Krakket Sild (cracked herring), while a colorful parade of imaginative vessels competes in the thrilling "Slidskens Vågehalse" race—a competition where boats attempt to reach the finish line as quickly as possible. This celebration captures the playful, community-oriented character that defines the town.Gateway to Bornholm's Finest Beaches
From Snogebæk Havn, kilometers of silvery-white sandy beaches stretch toward Nexø and Rønne. Dueodde Beach, located just 3.3 kilometers away, ranks among Europe's finest, with sand so fine it was historically used in hourglasses. The water here is clear and clean, offering both shallow areas for families and deeper sections near the shore. The beaches provide natural extensions to the harbor experience, making Snogebæk an ideal base for coastal exploration.Facilities and Practical Amenities
The harbor provides comprehensive facilities for both residents and visitors: restrooms, shower facilities, electricity connections, a slipway for boat maintenance, a playground for children, a defibrillator for emergencies, and a grocery store. Multiple restaurants and cafés operate throughout the year, with expanded options during the summer season. The connected wooden pier and harbor promenade invite leisurely walks, cycling, and quiet contemplation. These amenities ensure comfortable visits regardless of season or purpose.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Snogebæk Havn
0.0 km
Bornholm's easternmost harbor where fishing tradition, artisan culture, and pristine beaches converge.
Midterpilt
7.8 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.
Geografisk knudepunkt
8.1 km
Where latitude and longitude meet: Denmark's geographic heart on the Bornholm coast.
Louisenlund
12.8 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
21.7 km
An authentic 1884 granite harbour preserving Bornholm's fishing heritage between protective skerries.
Slemmegrav
27.0 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
28.0 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
28.5 km
Discover the enchanting Danish island of Bornholm, where stunning landscapes meet rich cultural traditions and unforgettable experiences await.
Vang Pier
34.8 km
Granite monument and sandy beach where Bornholm's industrial past meets modern recreation.
Domen
35.1 km
Geometric wooden dome on Allinge’s seafront, blending Baltic views, Folkemødet history and flexible cultural life in one striking, light-filled shell.
Madsebakke
35.4 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
3.0 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
3.7 km
Explore Kanonstilling G3 in Nexø, a preserved WWII coastal artillery site offering historical insights and stunning Bornholm coastal views.
Dueodde
3.9 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
3.9 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.
Udforsk Bornholm
4.2 km
Discover the diverse landscapes and rich history of Slotslyngen on Bornholm's northern coast.
Bornholm Butterfly Park
4.3 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
4.3 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
4.5 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.
Dueodde Fyr
4.7 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
5.1 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.
Ringborgen Rispebjerg
6.7 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
7.0 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
7.1 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
7.6 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
8.8 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
Snogebæk Røgeri
0.1 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.
Restaurant Den Lille Havfrue Bornholm
0.2 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.
Culinarium
4.3 km
Fresh harbor seafood and German-Danish hospitality at Bornholm's working waterfront
Bakkarøgeriet
8.7 km
Historic smokehouse with white chimneys, signature smoked fish, and panoramic sea views on Bornholm's southern coast.
Kadeau Bornholm
9.9 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
12.4 km
Historic brewery restaurant where organic craft beer and seasonal Nordic cuisine unite in rustic refinement.
Tre Tjenere Restaurant
12.4 km
Authentic Nordic cuisine and harbor views in Svaneke's most celebrated restaurant.
Restaurant Pakhuset
12.4 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
12.4 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
12.4 km
Nordic cuisine in a 16th-century harbour house with Baltic Sea views and craft beer expertise.
Svaneke Røgeri
12.8 km
Traditional Bornholm fish smokehouse and casual seaside restaurant in Svaneke, combining alder-smoked seafood, hearty buffets and open-air Baltic views.
Restaurant Ekkodalshuset
16.5 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
17.3 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
19.1 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
22.4 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
0.4 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
12.4 km
Elegant Nordic minimalism in natural fibers, where timeless design meets contemporary edge.
Karamelleriet ApS
12.4 km
Handcrafted caramels and fudge in a working factory overlooking Svaneke's harbor.
Art Box Bornholm
12.5 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
13.4 km
Quality furniture and home goods at outlet prices in Bornholm's commercial heart.
Sparloppan
13.6 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
13.8 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
17.7 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
19.0 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
19.8 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
21.3 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
22.5 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
22.6 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
22.7 km
Curated fashion and gourmet finds in Gudhjem's charming harbor village.
Bornholmsk Pileflet
24.2 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
0.0 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
4.1 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
4.2 km
Authentic Danish bodega serving hearty traditional fare with harbor views in central Nexø.
Mikkeller Aarsdale
9.3 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
12.3 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
12.4 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
13.6 km
Aakirkeby's unpretentious beer hall and community gathering space on the main square.
Provianten
22.8 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
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
27.9 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
28.1 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
28.1 km
Casual bodega and cocktail bar where Rønne locals gather for coffee, conversation, and evening drinks.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Scenic
- Casual
- Lively
- Unique
- Entertaining
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Rustic Designs
- Vintage Styles
For the architecture buff
- Historic
- Heritage Neighborhoods
- Viewpoints
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Waterfront
- Panoramas
- Iconic Views
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Locally Managed
- Public-Transport Accessible
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Day Trip
- Festival / Event Nearby
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Senior Friendly