Restaurant Den Lille Havfrue, Snogebæk, Bornholm
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.
Tucked into the main street of Snogebæk on Bornholm’s sunny southeast coast, Restaurant Den Lille Havfrue is a cosy, seasonal à la carte restaurant with a strong maritime soul. Here, classic Danish cooking meets local Baltic produce: think rich fish soup, generous seafood plates and hearty meat dishes, all served in a warm, wood-accented dining room. In summer, a sheltered courtyard and elevated terrace add a breezy coastal feel just a short stroll from the village beach and harbour.
A brief summary to Restaurant Den Lille Havfrue Bornholm
- Hovedgade 5, Nexø, Snogebæk, 3730, DK
- +4556488055
- Visit website
- Duration: 1.5 to 3 hours
- Mid ranged
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- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 5 pm-10 pm
- Wednesday 5 pm-10 pm
- Thursday 5 pm-10 pm
- Friday 5 pm-10 pm
- Saturday 5 pm-10 pm
- Sunday 5 pm-10 pm
Local tips
- Reserve ahead for summer evenings; the dining room is small and the terrace tables are especially sought after on warm nights.
- Arrive hungry – portions, particularly for mains, are substantial and easily make a full meal with just one or two courses.
- Try the house fish soup or daily catch if you want a taste of Bornholm’s Baltic seafood prepared in classic Danish style.
- In cooler months, opt for an indoor table; the low-lit, maritime interior feels especially cosy on windy or rainy evenings.
- Combine dinner with a stroll along Snogebæk’s beach and small harbour before or after your meal to enjoy the village’s seaside atmosphere.
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- Sheltered Areas
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Seaside Flavours in the Heart of Snogebæk
Restaurant Den Lille Havfrue sits on Hovedgade, the main spine of Snogebæk, a small seaside village just outside Nexø on Bornholm’s south coast. Step inside and the feel is instantly intimate and relaxed: low ceilings, maritime details and candles on wooden tables hint at the island’s fishing heritage. The restaurant leans into its name – the Little Mermaid – with a clear focus on the sea, yet keeps the tone unfussy and welcoming rather than formal. This is a place for unhurried dinners after a day on the beach or exploring Bornholm’s bike paths. The pace is gentle, seating is limited, and evenings revolve around conversation, good food and a glass of wine rather than rushing through courses.A Menu Built Around the Baltic Sea
The kitchen here is firmly anchored in Danish home-style cooking, lifted by careful sourcing and generous portions. A signature starter is the house fish soup, enriched with cream and served with warm, home-baked flûtes and butter, a dish that captures the briny, comforting side of Bornholm’s waters. You will often find smoked meats, classic sauces and seasonal vegetables sharing space with local fish on the menu. Mains tend to be robust: grilled or pan-fried fish, perhaps a dish of monkfish or other daily catch in season, alongside steak or pork for those who prefer land over sea. Portions are famously hearty, designed to satisfy after a windy day on the shoreline. Desserts usually echo traditional flavours – think rich cakes or ice cream plates – more about indulgence than intricate plating.Courtyard Evenings and Summer Terrace
While the indoor dining room feels snug and candlelit, summer transforms Den Lille Havfrue into an almost open-air venue. A sheltered inner courtyard becomes the restaurant’s social heart, with tables dotted between flowerpots and softly lit corners. It is an easy place to linger over a post-dinner coffee as the air cools and conversation drifts around you. A newer, elevated terrace adds another layer, with more light, a hint of sea breeze and glimpses of the village beyond. On warm evenings you can sit outside late into the night, the clink of cutlery mixing with the distant sounds from the harbour and the muffled rush of waves on the long sandy beach.Art on the Walls and Local Creative Energy
Beyond the plate, Den Lille Havfrue doubles as a small showcase for Bornholm’s creative scene. The owners regularly display glass art and paintings, bringing the island’s tradition of craftsmanship indoors. Between courses you may find yourself studying a piece of hand-blown glass or a coastal landscape on the wall, adding a quiet cultural note to the meal. This blend of dining room and informal gallery fits Snogebæk’s character: a village where small boutiques, craft shops and beach life coexist within a few minutes’ walk. The restaurant feels very much part of that fabric rather than separate from it.Seasonal Rhythm and Island Evenings
Den Lille Havfrue follows the island’s seasonal rhythm. It is an evening restaurant, opening from late afternoon into the night, with its main season stretching through spring and summer and a quieter presence the rest of the year. On busy nights, tables are few and the single dining room can fill quickly, adding a lively buzz to the cosy interior. Prices sit in the moderate range for Denmark, roughly in the mid-hundreds of kroner per person for a full dinner with drinks, reflecting both the quality of ingredients and the island setting. Combined with the short stroll to the beach and harbour afterwards, it makes an appealing anchor for a relaxed night in Snogebæk, whether you are staying nearby or touring Bornholm’s southern coast.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Snogebæk Havn
0.2 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
7.9 km
Where latitude and longitude meet: Denmark's geographic heart on the Bornholm coast.
Louisenlund
12.9 km
Over 50 ancient standing stones in a mystical woodland setting, revealing Bornholm's Neolithic ritual landscape.
Klintebakken
13.9 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
26.9 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
27.4 km
Bornholm's premier archive preserving centuries of island genealogy and local history.
Asylcenter Rønne & Segen
27.7 km
Experience community living at Asylcenter Rønne & Segen, a unique apartment-style accommodation in beautiful Bornholm, Denmark.
Den russiske bjørn
27.9 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
28.1 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
28.4 km
Discover the enchanting Danish island of Bornholm, where stunning landscapes meet rich cultural traditions and unforgettable experiences await.
Vang Pier
34.7 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
2.8 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
3.5 km
Explore Kanonstilling G3 in Nexø, a preserved WWII coastal artillery site offering historical insights and stunning Bornholm coastal views.
Bornholmertarnet
3.7 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
3.7 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.
Udforsk Bornholm
4.4 km
Discover the diverse landscapes and rich history of Slotslyngen on Bornholm's northern coast.
Bornholm Butterfly Park
4.4 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.
Nexø Museum
4.4 km
Harbourside museum in a 1796 sandstone guardhouse, sharing Nexø’s maritime heritage and dramatic wartime story on Bornholm’s windswept east coast.
Dueodde Fyr
4.5 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.
Nexø Sandskulptur
4.6 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, Bornholms sydligste punkt
4.9 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
6.5 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
7.1 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
7.2 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
7.7 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
9.0 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
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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
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Culinarium
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Bakkarøgeriet
8.5 km
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Kadeau Bornholm
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Svaneke Bryghus Restaurant
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Tre Tjenere Restaurant
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Restaurant Pakhuset
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Vinøst wine bar & restaurant
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Restaurant Siemsens Gaard
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Svaneke Røgeri
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Restaurant Ekkodalshuset
16.5 km
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Christianshøjkroen
17.2 km
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Restaurant Bolsterbjerg v/Lola Mortensen
19.0 km
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Restaurant Gudhjem Bakke
22.5 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
0.2 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
12.5 km
Elegant Nordic minimalism in natural fibers, where timeless design meets contemporary edge.
Karamelleriet ApS
12.6 km
Handcrafted caramels and fudge in a working factory overlooking Svaneke's harbor.
Art Box Bornholm
12.7 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
13.3 km
Quality furniture and home goods at outlet prices in Bornholm's commercial heart.
Sparloppan
13.5 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
13.7 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
21.2 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
22.6 km
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Lifestone
22.6 km
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Førder Bornholm
22.8 km
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Bornholmsk Pileflet
24.1 km
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Sørens Værtshus
0.2 km
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Slævasted
4.3 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
4.3 km
Authentic Danish bodega serving hearty traditional fare with harbor views in central Nexø.
Mikkeller Aarsdale
9.4 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
12.5 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
12.5 km
Traditional Danish bodega in Svaneke's town square, where locals gather for games, conversation, and authentic pub culture.
Buddha Bar
13.4 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
13.5 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
27.2 km
Casual sausage bar on Campus Bornholm serving traditional Danish pølser to students and visitors.
Café Lille Per
27.8 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
27.8 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
28.0 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
28.0 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
28.0 km
Casual bodega and cocktail bar where Rønne locals gather for coffee, conversation, and evening drinks.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
Doiazd7 Do Ronne
27.4 km
Compact island nightclub bringing late-night beats, colourful lights and an easygoing local crowd to the harbour town of Rønne on Bornholm.
Palæcafeen
28.0 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
28.0 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
28.2 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
- Fun-filled
- Lively
- Casual
- Unique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Rustic Designs
- Modern Designs
For the architecture buff
- Heritage Neighborhoods
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Selfie Spots
- Aesthetic Corners
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Low Impact
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Roadtrip Stop
- Day Trip
- Weekend Getaway
- Festival / Event Nearby
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- LGBT Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly
- Business Friendly