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Gedser Røgeri Michaels Fisk: Fresh-Smoked Seafood at Denmark’s Southernmost Tip

Authentic fish smokehouse by the Baltic Sea, offering freshly smoked seafood and classic Danish flavors in Denmark’s southernmost harbor at Gedser.

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Gedser Røgeri Michaels Fisk is a renowned fish smokehouse and deli in the harbor town of Gedser, at Denmark’s southernmost point. Known for its authentic fish-smoking tradition, it offers travelers a chance to taste freshly smoked herring, salmon, and more, amid the salty air and maritime views that define this historic outpost.

A brief summary to Gedser Røgeri Michaels Fisk

  • Monday 11 am-4 pm
  • Tuesday 11 am-4 pm
  • Wednesday 11 am-4 pm
  • Thursday 11 am-4 pm
  • Friday 11 am-4 pm
  • Saturday 11 am-4 pm
  • Sunday 11 am-4 pm

Local tips

  • Arrive early in peak season to secure a seat outdoors overlooking the busy harbor.
  • Try the classic smoked herring with rye bread—a beloved local specialty.
  • Be aware that many smoked items sell out before closing, especially on weekends.
  • Ask staff about the day’s catch for off-menu recommendations and tasting samples.
  • Pack your purchases with the provided ice packs if traveling onward in summer.
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Gedser Røgeri Michaels Fisk stands right on the windswept harbor of Gedser, the southernmost town in Denmark, where the Baltic Sea shapes daily life. This welcoming smokehouse and deli is deeply tied to the rhythms and heritage of Lolland-Falster’s fishing communities. Visitors are greeted with the enticing aroma of fresh fish being smoked over oak and alder wood—a method rooted in Danish tradition for centuries. Inside, gleaming glass display cases are piled high with plump smoked herring, salmon, mackerel, shrimp, and seasonal specialties. Guests can watch the smoking process in action, engage with friendly staff knowledgeable about both local catch and traditional recipes, and savor the results on sunny picnic benches overlooking the harbor or at cozy indoor seating. The experience is at once rustic and utterly authentic: steaming fish straight from the smoke, dense rye bread, sharp homemade remoulade, and local beers or soft drinks. The décor is simple, allowing the views of fishing boats, sea, and sky to take center stage. The smokehouse is busiest in summer when cyclists, road trippers, and ferry travelers between Denmark and Germany stop in for a taste of regional flavor. Many diners also pick up provisions for picnics or further travels. What truly sets Gedser Røgeri apart is its tangible link to the Baltic’s heritage—here, every meal is a lesson in time-honored techniques, family recipes, and the enduring importance of good, local food. Travelers leave with a sense of having encountered the soul of the Danish coast, not just a meal.

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