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Baltic Sea Glass: Bornholm’s Glassmaking Icon in Gudhjem

Discover Bornholm’s acclaimed glass studio, featuring live demonstrations, Nordic artistry, and specialty glassware in a picturesque, light-filled Gudhjem setting.

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Baltic Sea Glass in Gudhjem is Bornholm’s celebrated glass studio and gallery, renowned for its contemporary Nordic artistry and live glassblowing demonstrations. Established in a picturesque former fisherman’s home, it offers captivating insight into Danish glassmaking traditions and the chance to purchase or simply admire stunning handmade glass creations.

A brief summary to Baltic Sea Glass

  • Monday 10 am-5 pm
  • Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
  • Thursday 10 am-5 pm
  • Friday 10 am-5 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-5 pm
  • Sunday 10 am-2 pm

Local tips

  • Arrive mid-morning to catch live glassblowing sessions and chat with the artisans before crowds arrive.
  • Pieces range from affordable souvenirs to investment art—ask staff about the stories behind special designs.
  • Photography is welcome, but always check before taking photos in the workshop area.
  • Combine your visit with a walk through nearby Gudhjem harbor for classic Bornholm views.
  • Workshops and special events are sometimes held—check the schedule in advance if you want a more hands-on experience.
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On Bornholm’s captivating northern coastline lies Baltic Sea Glass, a singular destination where Danish design heritage meets living craftsmanship. Founded in 1981 by glass artists Maibritt Jönsson and Pete Hunner, the studio was once a fisherman's cottage and now stands as Scandinavia’s largest hot-glass workshop open to the public. Visitors are welcomed into light-filled gallery spaces filled with shimmering shelves, each displaying the elegant, sculpted works that have made Baltic Sea Glass internationally known. Vases, bowls, and one-of-a-kind objects blend organic forms with Bornholm’s distinctive light and landscape, shaped by the hands of master artisans just meters away. The true highlight is witnessing glassblowing in person—the fiery furnace, glowing molten glass, and a team deftly crafting works with skill and fluid choreography. Artists are often happy to explain their process, sharing secrets behind Baltic sand, unique color infusions, and the challenges of perfecting each piece. This immersive experience is evocative of Bornholm’s historical role in Danish craftsmanship, where the island’s isolation fostered independent creativity and technical innovation in various arts. The studio’s shop is a tempting stop, offering everything from small, affordable mementos and drinking glasses to major statement pieces destined for collectors. Throughout the year, rotating exhibitions and collaborations with designers ensure there is always something new to discover, whether you’re a casual visitor or a devoted enthusiast. Baltic Sea Glass sits on the edge of Gudhjem—a quintessentially quaint Bornholm town—so it’s easy to combine a visit with a stroll along the Baltic shore or local culinary treats. The setting is as serene as it is inspiring: light filtering through large windows reflects off each unique glass form, connecting art, architecture, and the natural surroundings in ways that have drawn glass lovers to Bornholm for decades.

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