Hjarbæk Kro 2021 Aps
Modern Danish inn cuisine and candlelit hygge on the edge of Hjarbæk Fjord, where classic kromad meets wide water views and glowing Jutland sunsets.
Perched on the southern shore of Hjarbæk Fjord near Viborg, Hjarbæk Kro is a modern take on the traditional Danish roadside inn, where classic kromad is served with a contemporary twist. Inside, timbered rooms, white tablecloths and candlelight frame plates built on seasonal, largely local produce, with a strong hand in seafood from the nearby fjord. Outside, terraces and a pavilion open straight onto wide water views and famously glowing sunsets, making this rural restaurant a memorable stop in central Jutland.
A brief summary to Hjarbæk Kro 2021 Aps
- Søndersiden 2, Løgstrup, 8831, DK
- +4549400750
- Visit website
- Duration: 1.5 to 3.5 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Tuesday 11:30 am-10 pm
- Wednesday 11:30 am-10 pm
- Thursday 11:30 am-10 pm
- Friday 11:30 am-11 pm
- Saturday 11:30 am-11 pm
- Sunday 11:30 am-10 pm
Local tips
- Reserve a table by the windows or on the terrace if you are visiting in the evening; the fjord-facing seats capture the most dramatic sunsets over Hjarbæk Fjord.
- Plan a short stroll by the nearby harbour before or after your meal to enjoy the water, small boats and changing light that frame the kro’s setting.
- Allow extra time for a multi-course lunch or dinner; the kitchen focuses on from-scratch cooking and a relaxed pace that rewards unhurried dining.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Hjarbæk Kro 2021 Aps 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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A fjordside inn with deep Danish roots
Hjarbæk Kro sits on the edge of Hjarbæk Fjord, a small curve of water between Viborg and Skive where fishing boats and reeds define the shoreline. The building is a classic Danish country inn in spirit, yet carefully updated: low, homely structures, whitewashed facades and traditional rooflines meet clean interiors and discreet modern comforts. You feel the sense of arrival as soon as the fjord appears through the windows, turning the dining room into a viewing gallery for the light outside. The kro tradition runs deep in Denmark, and this house leans into that heritage. The kitchen is framed as a place for honest kromad made from scratch, with sauces, stocks and baked goods prepared in-house. Seasonal shifts on the surrounding farms and waters shape the menu, so what appears on the plate in spring may be entirely different from autumn’s richer, slower dishes.Honest kromad with a refined twist
On the menu you can expect all the familiar contours of a Danish inn, raised to restaurant level. Classic fish dishes draw on the fjord and nearby waters, with everything from gently poached fillets to crisp-skinned, pan-fried catches. Eel and other traditional preparations may appear, alongside moules frites and other brasserie-inspired plates that still feel rooted in local produce. Meat courses often revolve around well-sourced pork, beef or game, plated with carefully handled vegetables and rich, glossy sauces. Desserts lean toward comforting Nordic flavours: berries, apples, creams and crumbles interpreted with enough finesse to feel special without becoming fussy. The result is a style that suits celebrations just as well as an unhurried lunch after a stroll along the water.Dining rooms that frame the fjord
Inside, the restaurant is intimate rather than grand. Around 70 guests can be seated in the main rooms, where wooden floors, simple furniture and candles emphasise hygge over showmanship. Tables close to the windows enjoy the most direct fjord views, but the entire space feels connected to the outdoors, with light shifting through the day and reflections flickering on the glass. Just outside is a terrace that quickly becomes the star in good weather. Here, you dine almost at water level, with the sounds of rigging from the nearby harbour and bird calls from the reeds. The kro also has a separate pavilion, a newer, bright structure that can host private gatherings while still keeping that all-important view of the fjord.Sunsets, harbour life and changing seasons
Part of the appeal of Hjarbæk Kro is how much the setting shapes the experience. In summer, the evening can stretch for hours, with the sun dropping slowly across the fjord and the sky turning from soft gold to deep orange and pink. Diners drift between courses and the view, watching small boats return to the nearby harbour and the water flatten to a mirror. In cooler months the atmosphere contracts inward. Storms over the fjord, early dusk and the glow of lamps indoors make the kro feel like a refuge. The kitchen responds with heartier dishes and deeper flavours, so a winter visit can feel markedly different from a breezy meal on the terrace in July. It is the sort of place where returning at another time of year is almost like visiting another restaurant.A relaxed stop between Viborg and Skive
Although it feels secluded, the kro slots naturally into a day exploring central Jutland. It can anchor a leisurely roadtrip between Viborg’s historic streets and Skive’s coastal landscapes, or serve as a long, lingering lunch stop on a circuit around the fjord. The mood is informal but polished: white napkins and careful service, yet an easy-going rural charm that makes families, couples and small groups all feel at home. Whether you come for a special-occasion dinner or a spontaneous midday meal, the combination of traditional Danish inn culture, thoughtful cooking and fjord scenery makes Hjarbæk Kro a quietly memorable address on the map of Jutland dining.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Befrielsessten i Ravnstrup
8.8 km
A modest countryside liberation stone near Viborg, quietly commemorating Denmark’s freedom in 1945 amid open fields and a peaceful village setting.
Oberst J.C. Lunds Plads
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Historic public square anchoring Viborg's Cathedral Quarter and medieval city center.
Vi er Viborg
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Viborg View
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Museum Salling
23.2 km
Dive into Denmark's past at Museum Salling, where Limfjord's heritage comes alive through interactive exhibits, ancient artifacts, and engaging storytelling in scenic Skive.
Hobro Lystbådehavn
32.7 km
Denmark's premier fjord marina with historic charm and modern comfort.
Hotel BramslevGaard
36.1 km
Experience tranquility and history at Hotel BramslevGaard, nestled in the scenic Bramslev Bakker by Mariager Fjord, offering gourmet dining, spa retreats, and easy access to Northern Jutland's natural wonders.
Restaurant BramslevGaard
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Bramslev Bakker
36.3 km
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Fur Museum
36.7 km
Discover Denmark’s prehistoric wonders at Fur Museum—home to some of Europe’s finest fossils and a lively hub of natural and local history in the heart of Limfjord.
Limfjords Camping & Vandland I/S
37.6 km
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Fur
37.7 km
Experience the ancient moler cliffs, fossil treasures, and laid-back island culture that make Fur the crown jewel of Denmark’s Limfjord region.
SOLTEGNET af billedhugger og professor Bjørn Nørgaard
38.1 km
A radiant sculpture of oyster shells celebrating art, sustainability, and fjord culture.
Kings Hill | Megalithic tomb
38.8 km
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Bispehuen
39.0 km
A dramatic folded column of volcanic ash and clay, shaped like a bishop's hat, rising from Fur's largest quarry.
Unmissable attractions to see
Undallslund
7.0 km
Expansive forest playground with marked trails, BBQ spots, and dog park near Viborg.
Viborg Miniby
8.1 km
Step into a painstakingly crafted 1:10 miniature of 1850s Viborg, where tiny streets, churches and workshops bring a thousand years of Danish city history to life.
Birkesø Telt Plads
8.3 km
Simple lakeside tent camping on a grassy lawn by Birkesø, offering quiet, back-to-basics overnights in rural Viborg for cyclists, hikers and nature lovers.
Digterparken
9.5 km
Leafy Viborg park with orchards, sculptures and dog‑friendly lawns, offering a relaxed, free green escape in easy reach of the city’s historic heart.
Peak 12 Hotel
9.9 km
Sleek Scandinavian design hotel on the edge of historic Viborg, blending functional comfort, social lobby life and easy access to central Jutland sights.
Vægtertorvet
10.2 km
A small, newly renewed square beside Viborg’s old guardhouse, where the city’s former night watchmen and its thousand-year story of law and order still echo softly.
Søparken
10.2 km
Atmospheric living museum in a historic 1820s papermill, featuring live demonstrations, hands-on crafts, and working steam machines in rural Viborg.
Granada
10.4 km
A relaxed neighbourhood park in Viborg, where winding paths, trees and open lawns offer a simple, everyday dose of green space and fresh air.
Viborg Museum - Administration
10.4 km
Viborg Museum reveals the city’s fascinating evolution through hands-on exhibits, local artifacts, and engaging displays, nestled in the historic core of Viborg’s old town.
Willow Garden
10.4 km
A small willow-framed oasis in central Viborg, perfect for a short, tranquil pause amid trees, lawns and soft light between the city’s historic sights.
Museum Wibergis
10.5 km
Autumn 2026: Step into 1000 years of Danish power struggles through vivid animation and immersive storytelling.
Latinerhaven
10.5 km
A fragrant historical oasis where fire-scarred earth bloomed into Viborg's most peaceful garden.
Domkirkekvarteret i Viborg
10.5 km
Walk through Viborg’s Cathedral Quarter, where cobbled lanes, old townhouses and the granite cathedral weave a thousand years of Danish power, faith and law into one intimate streetscape.
Skovgaard Museum in Viborg
10.5 km
An intimate art museum in Viborg’s former baroque town hall, celebrating the Skovgaard family’s Golden Age landscapes, church art and living artistic legacy.
Viborg Cathedral
10.6 km
Twin‑towered granite cathedral with a 900‑year‑old crypt, royal history and Joakim Skovgaard’s vivid biblical frescoes at the heart of Viborg’s old quarter.
Essential places to dine
Hjarbæk Kro 2021 Aps
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Modern Danish inn cuisine and candlelit hygge on the edge of Hjarbæk Fjord, where classic kromad meets wide water views and glowing Jutland sunsets.
Familie Cafeen Thai Take Away
9.2 km
Unfussy, family-run Thai takeaway in a Viborg neighbourhood, serving fragrant curries and wok dishes at wallet-friendly prices for easy, flavourful evenings.
Queens Corner
9.4 km
Classic Danish grill-bar comfort on Viborg’s ring road, serving hearty hot dogs, burgers and fries in a relaxed, family-friendly setting every day.
Restaurant Flammen
9.7 km
Hearty all-you-can-eat grill buffet in a former Viborg barracks, blending rustic warmth, family-friendly comforts and flexible group dining under one spacious roof.
Konge Buffet
9.7 km
Relaxed all-you-can-eat Asian buffet in Viborg, blending Chinese dishes, Mongolian barbecue and sushi in a spacious, family-friendly setting.
Carl's Jr. Viborg
9.7 km
Flame-grilled American burgers and crispy chicken in the heart of Viborg's shopping district.
Den Kinesiske Mur
9.8 km
All‑you‑can‑eat Chinese and Asian buffet with Mongolian barbecue, sushi and dessert bar in a spacious, family‑friendly setting on Tingvej in Viborg.
Restaurant The Grill Viborg
9.8 km
Big, family-friendly grill and buffet inside Viborg’s Bowl’n’Fun, serving hearty roasts, salads, brunch favorites and desserts in a lively, group-ready setting.
Wild & Raw
9.8 km
Bright, casual vegan sportscafé in Viborg’s Tingvej complex, serving plant-based comfort food and coffee to athletes, locals and curious travellers alike.
Det Glade Vanvid Viborg
9.9 km
All-inclusive social dining in Viborg, where a seasonal gourmet menu, curated wines and relaxed Nordic design come together for long, convivial evenings.
Sunset Boulevard
9.9 km
Danish-style fast food on Holstebrovej, serving freshly made burgers, sandwiches and signature seasoned fries in a bright, casual setting all day.
Viborg City Rooms
10.2 km
Homely, self-catering guesthouse rooms with garden and terrace, quietly tucked in central Viborg just a short walk from the cathedral, museums and lakes.
Vesterbro Pub
10.2 km
Experience the best of Danish nightlife at Vesterbro Pub - where great drinks meet vibrant atmosphere in Viborg.
Viborg Pizzaria
10.2 km
Casual, no-nonsense pizza and Italian-style comfort food on central Vesterbrogade, perfect for quick sit-in meals or convenient takeaway in historic Viborg.
Pemas Food Corner
10.3 km
Casual comfort food in central Viborg, serving burgers, pizza and easygoing plates from late morning to evening in a relaxed neighborhood setting.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Danmission Op Shop
8.7 km
Spacious Viborg charity thrift warehouse where bargain-hunting, reuse and global-minded giving come together under one practical, volunteer-run roof.
Dansk
9.5 km
Accessible, family-focused fashion in Viborg, offering practical Danish everyday clothing, outerwear and basics for all ages under one roof on Livøvej.
COW CONCEPT I / S
9.6 km
A cozy Viborg showroom where an online design shop comes to life through tactile bags, jewelry and accessories in a calm, curated studio setting.
NORMAL Viborg, Viborg Storcenter
9.7 km
Bright, budget-friendly and packed with everyday essentials, NORMAL Viborg in Viborg Storcenter offers a quick, quirky shopping stop inside a modern Danish mall.
The Old Garage
10.0 km
Characterful little vintage store in a former Viborg garage, where retro Danish furnishings, quirky curios and nostalgic finds wait behind an unassuming suburban door.
Antik Og Gammel
10.2 km
A cosy antique trove in Viborg’s old town, where Danish vintage finds, homely charm and slow browsing turn a quick stop into a small journey back in time.
Eleganza Eterna
10.3 km
A compact Viborg fashion boutique blending Scandinavian simplicity with elegant, curated womenswear and accessories just off the city’s historic heart.
Viborg Vest Marked
10.3 km
Viborg's authentic market hall celebrating seasonal produce, organic goods, and local artisanal specialties.
Kop & Kande
10.3 km
Specialist homeware and kitchenware in Viborg's town centre, staffed by passionate experts.
Søster Laura
10.4 km
Viborg's dedicated sanctuary for retro gaming collectors and nostalgic console enthusiasts.
Viborg Stjerne Marked
10.4 km
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Rashed
10.4 km
A straightforward neighborhood store on Jernbanegade in central Viborg, offering everyday essentials and a quick, no-fuss stop amid the town’s lived-in streets.
Garnshoppen
10.4 km
A cosy central Viborg knit shop where colourful yarns, expert advice and inspiring patterns come together for creative makers of all levels.
Teenfashion.dk - House of Teens Viborg
10.4 km
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Creme Fraiche Viborg
10.4 km
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Mødestedet Viborg ApS
9.0 km
Cosy local bar and meeting place in Viborg, blending classic Danish pub vibes with flexible space for social events, dance evenings and everyday gatherings.
Zwei Grosse Bier Bar
10.0 km
High-energy après-ski style beer bar in central Viborg, pouring big drafts, loud music and late-night party vibes with free entry and group-friendly seating.
Café Børsen
10.3 km
A long‑standing Viborg café‑bar where Danish hygge, history and late‑night drinks meet in one cozy, central hangout on Gravene.
Sportspub Målet
10.3 km
Classic Danish sports bodega in central Viborg, where cold beer, big matches, karaoke and late-night hygge keep the lights on long after the final whistle.
Roxy Malt Viborg
10.3 km
Cosy Irish-style pub in central Viborg with specialty beers, cocktails, live music and a relaxed, grown-up atmosphere for unhurried nights out.
CRAVE Bar
10.3 km
Cosy Viborg bodega and karaoke bar where cold beers, pool games and sing-along nights blend into an easygoing, late-night local hangout.
Terminalen I/S v/Carl Erik Agnskov M.Fl.
10.3 km
Unpretentious central Viborg bar with friendly staff, late weekend hours, affordable drinks and occasional karaoke nights in a laid-back pub setting.
Bodega Hegnet
10.3 km
Viborg's cozy neighborhood bar where affordable drinks, free pool, and live music create genuine local warmth.
Tema Bar
10.3 km
A loud, late‑night party bar in central Viborg with colorful lights, mainstream beats and no‑frills drinks, perfect for weekend dancing and a casual night out.
Rabalder Bar Viborg
10.3 km
Casual, colorful bar energy in the heart of Viborg’s old town, blending easygoing Danish hygge with lively late-night drinks and sociable weekend parties.
Rockabilly Bar
10.5 km
Craft beer meets 1950s rock and roll in Viborg's most distinctive beer bar.
Holms Vinotek
10.5 km
Curated wines and artisanal tapas in a historic pharmacy turned sophisticated gathering place.
Mathias Kælderen
10.5 km
Cosy cellar bar in central Viborg offering hygge-filled evenings, rustic charm and relaxed drinks just steps below the historic streets of Sankt Mathias Gade.
Ølluminati Brewbar
10.5 km
Microbrewery bar in Viborg’s old town, serving ever-changing small-batch craft beers and ciders in a cozy, quirky setting with a relaxed, music-filled atmosphere.
Kapias bodega
17.8 km
Cosy Gedsted neighborhood bodega offering cold beers, local company and unpretentious Danish hygge from quiet afternoons to lively weekend nights.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Romantic
- Relaxing
- Tranquil
- Scenic
- Fun-filled
- Casual
- Boutique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Modern Designs
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Historic
- Landmarks
- Viewpoints
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
- Panoramas
- Waterfront
- Sunset Spots
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Selfie Spots
- Aesthetic Corners
- Reel-Friendly
- 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
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- Roadtrip Stop
- Day Trip
- Weekend Getaway
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly
- Business Friendly