Du er Smyk, Skagen
Hands-on hygge in Skagen: design your own jewelry, sip a coffee and turn beads, pearls and pendants into a personal keepsake in this intimate Danish jewelry café.
Du er Smyk in Skagen is an intimate jewelry café where you design and assemble your own pieces while enjoying coffee, cakes and classic Danish hygge. Tucked along Sankt Laurentii Vej, this creative spot supplies bead kits, freshwater pearls and pendants so you can craft bracelets, necklaces or earrings at your own pace. It is a relaxed, social place that works as easily for families as for bachelorette groups or a quiet solo afternoon with a latte and beads.
A brief summary to Du er Smyk
- Sankt Laurentii Vej 17B, Skagen, 9990, DK
- +4561785888
- Visit website
- Duration: 1 to 3 hours
- Budget
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 11 am-7 pm
- Tuesday 11 am-7 pm
- Wednesday 11 am-7 pm
- Thursday 11 am-7 pm
- Friday 11 am-7 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
- Sunday 10 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Plan at least 1.5–2 hours if you want to design more than a simple bracelet, especially when visiting with children or a group.
- Basic jewelry kits are affordable, but adding freshwater pearls and special beads can increase the price, so set a budget before you start picking extras.
- Du er Smyk works well as a rainy-day activity in Skagen; consider timing your visit when outdoor plans are less appealing.
- If you have specific colour ideas or want to match an outfit, bring a photo or the item with you to help choose beads and pendants.
- For groups or special occasions, reserve a table in advance, especially in the summer season when Skagen is at its busiest.
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Getting There
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On foot from central Skagen
From Skagen’s central shopping streets and harbour area, Du er Smyk on Sankt Laurentii Vej is typically a 10–15 minute walk along flat, paved streets suitable for most visitors, including families with strollers. Walking is free and lets you combine a visit here with nearby cafés, shops and other town sights without worrying about parking.
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Local bus within Skagen
Skagen is served by local buses connecting the harbour, residential areas and the outskirts with stops near Sankt Laurentii Vej. Journeys within town are short, often 5–10 minutes of travel time plus a brief walk from the stop. A single adult ticket within the local zone usually costs around 20–30 DKK, and buses run more frequently in the summer season than in winter.
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Car or taxi from elsewhere in North Jutland
If you are staying in nearby towns such as Frederikshavn or Ålbæk, driving to Skagen typically takes 30–50 minutes along main regional roads. Once in town, you will find public parking areas within walking distance of Sankt Laurentii Vej, although spaces can be limited in July and August. Taxi journeys from closer holiday areas around Skagen take around 10–20 minutes and usually cost in the region of 150–300 DKK depending on distance and time of day.
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Discover more about Du er Smyk
A creative nook in the heart of Skagen
Du er Smyk brings a different kind of café culture to Skagen: instead of laptops and newspapers, the tables are scattered with beads, threads and tiny tools. Set on Sankt Laurentii Vej, close to the town’s main streets yet slightly tucked away, it feels like stepping into a cosy workshop where time slows down and the focus shifts to your hands. Soft background music, the clink of cups and the gentle rattle of beads in glass jars create an atmosphere that is as soothing as it is playful. Natural light filters in from the street, while shelves and trays display colours from muted pearls to bold glass pieces, inviting you to start imagining your own design.How the jewelry café concept works
The idea is simple: you choose the type of jewelry you want to make, receive a kit with the basic components, and then build your piece step by step at the table. Kits typically include a base selection of beads, clasps and stringing material, while additional elements such as freshwater pearls, pendants or special glass beads can be added to refine your design. Staff are on hand to explain techniques, help with tricky clasps or suggest colour combinations, but you are free to work at your own pace. Some visitors finish a bracelet in under an hour; others spend several hours layering pieces or creating matching sets. Alongside the creative process, a small café menu offers hot and cold drinks, sweet treats and snacks so you can break up the concentration with a coffee or a slice of cake.Moments made for sharing
Du er Smyk is particularly well suited to shared experiences. Families use it as a screen-free activity where children can focus on something tangible, threading their own bracelets or keychains. Groups of friends often combine a visit with a day exploring Skagen’s beaches and galleries, finishing with an hour or two of beadwork and conversation. The setting also lends itself to occasions such as birthdays, bachelorette gatherings or informal team events, where everyone leaves with a personal keepsake. Because each person chooses their own style, the table quickly fills with contrasting pieces: minimalist strands of pearls, colourful stacks of beads, or playful charm bracelets that reflect different tastes and stories.Designing a piece of Skagen to take home
Many visitors use the colour palette of Skagen itself as inspiration: pale sands, sea greens, stormy blues and soft sunset tones. The wide choice of beads makes it easy to echo the light of the harbour, the yellow houses or the heather on nearby dunes. For some, the process becomes a quiet form of reflection, as they assemble a piece that will later act as a wearable memory of the trip. There is no pressure to be experienced or particularly artistic; clear guidance and simple techniques keep the barrier to entry low. More confident makers can experiment with layering textures, asymmetry or mixed metals, turning the session into a small-scale design project rather than a single item.Slow time and Skagen hygge
Part of the appeal of Du er Smyk is how it encourages a slower rhythm in a town otherwise defined by dramatic light and windswept coasts. Inside, the emphasis is on presence: choosing each bead, checking the fit of a bracelet, pausing for a sip of coffee. The combination of hands-on activity and café comforts makes it a welcome option on blustery days or when you want a break from walking and sightseeing. Because you leave with something you made yourself, the experience lingers long after you step back out onto Sankt Laurentii Vej. A bracelet or necklace from Du er Smyk is less a souvenir bought from a shelf and more a small, personal project completed in the calm, creative corner of Skagen.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Skagen Station
0.2 km
Denmark's northernmost railway station, where historic yellow architecture meets the gateway to two seas.
Brøndums Hotel
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Discover Esbjerg’s transformation from Viking outpost to modern port through atmospheric exhibits, lifelike street scenes, and powerful wartime stories at Esbjerg Museum.
Galleri Bo
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Explore Denmark's vibrant west coast heritage at Esbjerg Museum, where local history, archaeology, and immersive exhibits bring Esbjerg's dramatic story to life.
Enjoy Skagen
0.7 km
Esbjerg Museum reveals the city’s story through immersive exhibits on maritime legacy, archaeology, and daily life—offering an interactive journey into Danish west coast history.
Skagen Havn
1.1 km
A bustling North Sea harbour where fishing fleets, cruise liners and a cosy marina meet under Skagen’s famous northern light.
Skagen Gray Lighthouse
2.4 km
Denmark's second-tallest lighthouse where two seas meet, now a hub for bird migration science and coastal heritage.
Kiosk v / The Buried Church
3.3 km
Delve into Esbjerg’s evolution from coastal hamlet to harbor city at this immersive museum, blending archaeology, wartime history, and lifelike local scenes in Denmark’s West Jutland.
Mindesten for Klitplantør Thygeson
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Sømærket Vin- & CiderBar
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Explore Jutland’s fascinating history, authentic old streets, and a unique amber collection at Esbjerg Museum in the city center—a showcase of local culture and heritage.
Solnedgangspladsen, Gammel Skagen
4.4 km
Denmark's premier sunset gathering place where the North Sea horizon ignites with daily natural drama.
Bunker Ved Palmestranden
29.6 km
Second World War bunkers half-buried in the dunes behind Frederikshavn’s palm-lined city beach, blending coastal history with a relaxed seaside setting.
Cafe' Feen
31.3 km
Aalborg’s beloved Kildeparken blends music, art, and green tranquility, offering a vibrant escape in the city center for relaxation, exploration, and community events.
Frederikshavn St.
31.6 km
Compact, coastal rail terminus linking Frederikshavn’s harbor, ferries and town center, and a relaxed stepping stone to beaches, bunkers and northern Jutland landscapes.
Frederikshavn Church
31.7 km
Frederikshavn’s red-brick landmark church, blending National Romantic architecture, a Michael Ancher altarpiece and war graves into one evocative town centre stop.
Fisketorvet
32.1 km
A modest central square in Frederikshavn where everyday small-town life, summer tourist hosts and a hint of maritime character quietly meet by the harbor.
Unmissable attractions to see
Skagens Museum
0.1 km
Denmark’s northern light on canvas: the original Skagen painters’ museum uniting intimate interiors, wind-swept seascapes and a historic artist community under one roof.
Skagen Vandtårn
0.2 km
Historic red-brick water tower turned summer viewpoint, offering a brisk climb and sweeping 360-degree views over Skagen’s rooftops, dunes and surrounding coastline.
Buste af Degn Brøndum
0.2 km
A modest bronze bust in a small garden, honoring the hotelier and patron whose generosity helped transform Skagen’s artists’ colony into a lasting museum.
Skagen Bamsemuseum
0.2 km
A tiny Skagen museum where hundreds of teddy bears, old and new, act out playful scenes and stories in a cosy house with a charming garden courtyard.
Anchers Hus
0.2 km
Step into the preserved home and studios of Anna and Michael Ancher, where Skagen’s famed artists’ colony comes to life among canvases, furniture and coastal light.
Kongeligt Toldkammer
0.4 km
A modest former Royal Customs Chamber in Skagen’s harbour, where brick, ledgers and fishing boats quietly reveal the town’s seafaring and trading past.
Sommerhus Skagen
0.4 km
Discover Maskinrummet—Skagen’s harbor-side maritime museum where historic ship engines, nautical stories, and hands-on exhibits bring Denmark’s seafaring past to life.
Skagen Kirke
0.7 km
A warm yellow seaside church where maritime heritage, Nordic light and thoughtful architecture meet in the historic heart of Skagen.
Skagen Sønderstrand
0.8 km
Golden sand, painterly light and a historic beacon on Skagen’s doorstep, Skagen Sønderstrand blends easy bathing with centuries of coastal and artistic heritage.
Skagen Marina
0.8 km
A bustling mix of yachts, fishing boats and seafood sheds, Skagen Marina captures the maritime soul and golden light of Denmark’s far northern tip.
Befrielsessten i Skagen
0.8 km
Experience the powerful beauty of Skagen Lighthouse—where history, nature, and the meeting of two seas create Denmark’s most northern adventure.
Port of Skagen
0.8 km
Denmark’s largest fishing harbour and Skagen’s maritime heart, where working trawlers, cruise ships and a lively marina share the luminous tip of Jutland.
Vippefyret
0.8 km
A simple wooden beacon with a tilting fire basket, Vippefyret turns Skagen’s windswept dunes into a vivid window onto centuries of coastal navigation and seafaring risk.
Det Hvide Fyr
0.9 km
Historic brick lighthouse turned exhibition space, Det Hvide Fyr stands above Skagen’s dunes as a serene maritime landmark of light, history and wide coastal views.
Escape skagen
1.1 km
Atmospheric escape rooms in a real World War II bunker beneath Skagen, where coastal history, clever puzzles and teamwork blend into a one-hour underground adventure.
Essential places to dine
Museumscaféen Brøndums Havehus
0.1 km
Light-filled garden café in Skagens Museum’s grounds, serving Nordic light lunches, fresh coffee and home baking amid the historic art quarter of Skagen.
Skagen Hotel Brasserie & Restaurant
0.2 km
Seafood-focused hotel brasserie in central Skagen, serving harbour-fresh fish, Danish classics and comforting desserts in a relaxed, Nordic-style dining room.
Saxild
0.2 km
Organic, vegetable-led Danish lunch, sourdough baking and wine in the historic garden of Skagen’s artist quarter at Saxild’s Gaard.
Foldens Hotel
0.2 km
Traditional Skagen hospitality in a central, lively hotel and café that blend coastal character, simple comforts and classic Danish flavours just off the main street.
Restaurant @ Foldens
0.3 km
Cozy, central Skagen hotel restaurant serving classic Danish dishes and local fish in a relaxed, candlelit setting just steps from the town’s main streets.
Viseværtshuset
0.3 km
Lively Skagen restaurant and music hangout at Foldens Hotel, serving hearty Danish comfort food by day and turning into a bustling live‑music bar by night.
Lasses Pølsevogn
0.3 km
Classic Danish hot dogs and specialty sausages served from a traditional street stand on a bustling square in the heart of Skagen.
Bodilles Kro
0.4 km
Classic Danish inn-restaurant in Skagen serving hearty kro dishes, local fish and plant-based options in cozy interiors and a leafy summer courtyard garden.
Green´s Pub og Café
0.4 km
Vibrant harborfront brasserie in Skagen blending classic Danish hygge, local flavors, and live music—perfect for foodies, music lovers, and culture seekers alike.
Casitalia ApS
0.5 km
Unfussy Italian comfort food just off Skagen’s harborfront, serving pizzas, pastas and easy crowd-pleasers from late morning to late evening every day.
Golden Cafe
0.5 km
Waterfront Nordic dining where fresh seafood and seasonal ingredients shine in a relaxed, welcoming harbor-side setting.
Pizzeria Italia
0.5 km
Cosy Italian pizzeria in Skagen's heart, serving generous portions and authentic cuisine with warm, multilingual hospitality.
Jakobs Café & Bar
0.5 km
Lively all‑day café, bar and seasonal nightclub in the heart of Skagen, blending terrace dining, comforting brasserie dishes and live music into one social hub.
Restaurant Firenze Pizzeria
0.5 km
Long‑running Italian favourite by Skagen’s harbour, serving generous pizzas, pastas and seafood in a cosy, casual setting just steps from the fishing boats.
Highway 66
0.5 km
Hearty steaks, big burgers and Route 66 nostalgia in a casual, family-friendly American diner just steps from Skagen’s bustling harbourfront.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Butik Oscar
0.0 km
Curated Scandinavian design and home furnishings in Skagen's artistic heart.
Skagens FRYD | Design & Fashion
0.0 km
Handcrafted Danish design and children's fashion celebrating Scandinavian artistry and simplicity.
Skagen Antik & Design
0.0 km
Family-run antique and design shop in central Skagen, combining exclusive seagull-themed Nordic textiles with carefully curated maritime and local antiques.
Benedikte Utzon
0.1 km
Refined Scandinavian fashion in the heart of Skagen, where natural materials, calm design and coastal-inspired colors create a quietly luxurious boutique experience.
SKAGEN POTTERI
0.1 km
Small working ceramics studio and shop in central Skagen, known for robust stoneware sinks and coastal-inspired pottery that bring a touch of Nordic craft into everyday life.
Din Boutique På Toppen
0.1 km
Intimate plus-size fashion and Danish art in a cozy Skagen boutique, where Scandinavian style, comfort and local creativity meet on Sankt Laurentii Vej.
Skagen
0.2 km
Casual cotton, coastal motifs and easygoing Nordic style at a small T‑shirt shop woven into the relaxed, seaside rhythm of Skagen’s Markvej.
Skagen Boghandel ApS
0.3 km
Cosy local bookshop in central Skagen, blending books, games and stationery with friendly service and a touch of everyday Danish coastal life.
Sideways
0.3 km
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coster copenhagen
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NORMAL Skagen, Skråvej
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Danish beauty and wellness retail in Skagen's vibrant town center.
Kiki Gram Dametøjsbutik
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Harbour Club
0.4 km
Compact coastal fashion boutique on Skagen’s main street, blending Scandinavian simplicity with maritime flair just minutes from the working harbour.
Cha Cha
0.4 km
A compact, fashion-forward boutique on Skagen’s main shopping street, offering Scandinavian-inspired clothing and accessories tailored to the town’s breezy coastal lifestyle.
Ny Form Skagen
0.4 km
Practical sports and outdoor clothing in central Skagen, ideal for kitting out coastal walks, beach days and active adventures at Denmark’s northern tip.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Apéro Champagne & Kaffebar
0.2 km
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Apéro hos Bellevue
0.2 km
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Tørst Cocktailbar
0.5 km
Inventive Nordic-inspired cocktails, cosy harbour-side hygge and shareable tapas boards in a stylish, candlelit bar at the heart of Skagen.
Buddy Holly Skagen
0.5 km
Late-night bar and nightclub in Skagen’s harbor district, where rock ’n’ roll vibes, live music, and an easygoing crowd keep the party going into the small hours.
Havnekroen
0.5 km
Cosy harbourfront bar on Skagen’s quay, pairing simple drinks with close‑up views of fishing boats, sea air and the ever‑changing light over Denmark’s northern port.
Kompasset
0.7 km
Traditional harbor pub in Skagen where locals and visitors meet year-round for beer, coffee, live music and laid-back hygge by the waterfront.
Linie 74 af 2019
0.7 km
Authentic Danish pub with hidden courtyard garden and live music in Skagen's harbor heart.
DK-Café
30.9 km
Local gaming den meets casual bar in a low-key Frederikshavn café where slot machines, screens and simple drinks create an everyday, untouristy hangout.
Munken v/Aase Pedersen
31.3 km
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Café Pitstop Frederikshavn
31.5 km
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Sportsbaren Frederikshavn
31.6 km
Lively central Frederikshavn sports bar with wall-to-wall matches, cold beers, betting, slot machines and pool in a relaxed, down-to-earth Danish pub atmosphere.
Rkt v/Rudy Finn Kristensen
31.9 km
Authentic maritime bar where Frederikshavn's harbor spirit flows through every conversation and drink.
My Nordisk Mjød
31.9 km
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John Bull
32.1 km
English-style harbor pub blending maritime character with classic pub hospitality in Frederikshavn's waterfront district.
Freddy´s Bar
32.1 km
Cozy harbourfront bar in Frederikshavn with live music, a generous beer selection, and laid-back Danish pub vibes just steps from the ferry terminal.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
Sportens Venner I Frederikshavn
32.0 km
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Delirium
78.1 km
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Red Reef
78.2 km
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Penang karaoke
79.4 km
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Utopia Jazz
79.5 km
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Klubb Impuls
80.3 km
Discover the vibrant jazz scene at Klubb Impuls in Gothenburg, where live music and a lively atmosphere create unforgettable experiences.
Wanda's swing
80.4 km
Immerse yourself in Gothenburg's vibrant nightlife at Wanda's Swing, a premier night club offering great music and an unforgettable atmosphere.
Charlies Nightclub
80.6 km
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Gretas
81.5 km
Experience the vibrant nightlife at Gretas, Gothenburg's premier gay nightclub, where fun and inclusivity come alive every weekend.
Club Charlie
81.6 km
Discover Gothenburg's nightlife at Club Charlie, where unforgettable music and vibrant energy create the ultimate party experience.
Club Galej
81.6 km
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M.A.D
81.6 km
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Backstage
81.8 km
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Yaki-Da Restaurang & Nattklubb
81.9 km
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Balambaras
81.9 km
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For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Relaxing
- Tranquil
- Scenic
- Fun-filled
- Unique
- Casual
- Boutique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Colorful Aesthetics
- Modern Designs
- Bohemian Styles
For the architecture buff
- Modern
- Art & Design
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- TikTok-Friendly
- Photo Spots
- Selfie Spots
- Aesthetic Corners
- Reel-Friendly
- Colorful Backdrops
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Low Impact
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Mindfulness
- Meditation Spot
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- 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