Havnekroen Skagen
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.
Set right on Skagen’s bustling harbourfront at Havneplads 4, Havnekroen is a cosy Danish bar where fishing boats, gulls and the scent of saltwater form the backdrop to an easygoing drink. Inside, you step into a low‑key maritime den of wood, brass and nautical details; outside, a lively terrace spills onto the quay, perfect for watching trawlers, yachts and evening light over the port. It is an informal spot for beer, simple fare and harbour atmosphere from late morning until late at night.
A brief summary to Havnekroen
- Havneplads 4, Skagen, 9990, DK
- +4598444722
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 3 hours
- Budget
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Mixed
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 10 am-12 am
- Tuesday 10 am-12 am
- Wednesday 10 am-12 am
- Thursday 10 am-12 am
- Friday 10 am-12 am
- Saturday 10 am-12 am
- Sunday 10 am-12 am
Local tips
- Come in the late afternoon to secure a spot on the terrace and watch the harbour shift from working port to evening hangout as the light softens over the water.
- Pack an extra layer, even in summer; the breeze off the harbour can feel cool when you sit outside for more than a quick drink.
- Combine a stop here with a stroll along the quays to see fishing boats, gear and the wider port before settling in with a beer or simple snack.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Havnekroen location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Clear Skies
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Windy Conditions
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Mild Temperatures
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Cold Weather
Discover more about Havnekroen
Harbourfront bar at the heart of Skagen
Havnekroen sits directly on Skagen’s inner harbour, surrounded by moored fishing boats, pleasure craft and the constant movement of the port. From the terrace you look straight onto the water, with masts, nets and stacks of equipment reminding you that this is still Denmark’s leading fishing town rather than a stage set. The bar occupies a corner of Havneplads, the main square fronting the marina, so the immediate surroundings are a mix of maritime industry and relaxed holiday life. Inside, the mood is intimate and unfussy. Expect well‑worn wooden furniture, a compact bar counter and maritime touches that nod to Skagen’s seafaring heritage. Low ceilings, warm lighting and close‑set tables create a snug feel that contrasts with the open sky and wind outside. It is the sort of place where you can sit by the window on a blustery day and still feel connected to the harbour scene.Flavours anchored in the sea
The drinks list leans toward ice‑cold beers, simple mixed drinks and classic bar staples, ideal after a day exploring the town or nearby beaches. You are a few steps from the fishing fleet, so seafood and fish often feature among the casual bar dishes and snacks, reflecting the daily catches landed nearby. Portions tend to be straightforward rather than elaborate, matching the modest, harbour‑side setting. With long opening hours from late morning until midnight, Havnekroen easily becomes a flexible stop during a day in Skagen. It works as a mid‑day break between museum visits, a place to watch the afternoon traffic on the quay or a relaxed first drink before dinner elsewhere. On cooler days, stepping inside with a warm drink offers a comfortable pause from the North Sea breeze.Atmosphere shaped by wind and water
What distinguishes Havnekroen most is not intricate design but the constant presence of the sea. You hear rigging clink against masts, smell diesel from working boats and feel the wind channel between the quays. Gulls wheel overhead, occasionally punctuating conversations on the terrace. As the day shifts toward evening, the light softens across the harbour basin, and reflections from boat hulls shimmer on the water just beyond your table. The bar’s ambience changes gently with the time of day. Early hours can feel almost contemplative, with locals pausing for a quiet drink. Later on, the terrace and interior become more animated as groups gather, music plays indoors and the hum of conversation grows. Yet even at its liveliest, the scale remains intimate: this is a small harbour bar, not a vast nightclub.Part of Skagen’s working waterfront
Havnekroen is woven into the wider life of Skagen’s port. Around you are the facilities of a major fishing harbour and marina, from quays and workshops to visiting yachts and, at times, cruise passengers exploring the town. The bar provides a relaxed counterpoint to the practical infrastructure of piers, warehouses and service buildings nearby. For travellers, this means you are well placed to combine a drink here with a stroll along the harbour, watching unloading operations, mending nets or the comings and goings of boats. Skagen’s compact size makes it easy to link a visit to Havnekroen with other central sights, but the bar itself rewards lingering: simply sit, look out over the water and let the rhythms of the port define your time rather than any fixed agenda.Visiting in different seasons
In summer, outdoor tables fill with people in light jackets making the most of long northern evenings, the sun hanging late over the harbour. The marina is busiest then, and Havneplads has a holiday energy that spills into the bar. Outside peak months, the pace slows. Shorter daylight and cooler temperatures bring a quieter, more local feel; stepping inside offers a sense of shelter, with condensation on the windows and a cosy glow contrasting with the wind off the sea. Whatever the season, Havnekroen remains primarily about simple pleasures: a drink in hand, a view of boats and water, and the distinctive light that has long drawn artists and travellers to Skagen. It is less a destination for elaborate cocktails and more a front‑row seat on everyday harbour life at the tip of Jutland.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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
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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 Station
0.4 km
Denmark's northernmost railway station, where historic yellow architecture meets the gateway to two seas.
Skagen Havn
0.7 km
A bustling North Sea harbour where fishing fleets, cruise liners and a cosy marina meet under Skagen’s famous northern light.
Brøndums Hotel
0.7 km
Discover Esbjerg’s transformation from Viking outpost to modern port through atmospheric exhibits, lifelike street scenes, and powerful wartime stories at Esbjerg Museum.
Kiosk v / The Buried Church
2.8 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.
Skagen Gray Lighthouse
2.9 km
Denmark's second-tallest lighthouse where two seas meet, now a hub for bird migration science and coastal heritage.
Mindesten for Klitplantør Thygeson
3.4 km
A modest granite stone in Skagen Klitplantage honouring the dune inspector who planted millions of pines and transformed the shifting sands south of Skagen.
Sømærket Vin- & CiderBar
4.1 km
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
4.1 km
Denmark's premier sunset gathering place where the North Sea horizon ignites with daily natural drama.
Bunker Ved Palmestranden
29.1 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
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Frederikshavn St.
31.2 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
31.3 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
31.6 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
Kongeligt Toldkammer
0.2 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.
Skagen Marina
0.3 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.
Skagen Kirke
0.3 km
A warm yellow seaside church where maritime heritage, Nordic light and thoughtful architecture meet in the historic heart of Skagen.
Befrielsessten i Skagen
0.3 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
0.5 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.
Du er Smyk
0.5 km
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.
Skagens Museum
0.6 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
0.7 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.
Drachmanns Hus
0.7 km
The eccentric poet's intimate studio where Danish literary genius met artistic vision
Buste af Degn Brøndum
0.7 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
0.8 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
0.8 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.
Maskinrummet
0.8 km
Industrial nostalgia, roaring engines and maritime stories come together at Skagen’s harbour-side Maskinrummet, where Denmark’s engine heritage is brought vividly to life.
Escape skagen
0.9 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.
Kystmuseet Skagen
1.0 km
Open‑air village, coastal history and hands‑on stories of Skagen’s fishermen and sea rescuers at Denmark’s windswept northern tip.
Essential places to dine
Café Knuth's
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Harbourfront café-restaurant in the heart of Skagen, serving generous Danish café dishes, great coffee and drinks in warm, freshly renovated indoor and courtyard spaces.
Dit smørrebrød - Skagen
0.0 km
Classic Danish smørrebrød and cosy “mormor” cooking in a harbour‑side dining room with red‑checked tablecloths at the heart of Skagen’s seaside life.
Juicy & Pizza
0.1 km
Authentic Neapolitan pizza meets fresh juice culture in Skagen's most inclusive and artisanal dining destination.
Restaurant Firenze Pizzeria
0.1 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
0.1 km
Hearty steaks, big burgers and Route 66 nostalgia in a casual, family-friendly American diner just steps from Skagen’s bustling harbourfront.
Pizzeria Italia
0.1 km
Cosy Italian pizzeria in Skagen's heart, serving generous portions and authentic cuisine with warm, multilingual hospitality.
Casitalia ApS
0.1 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
0.1 km
Waterfront Nordic dining where fresh seafood and seasonal ingredients shine in a relaxed, welcoming harbor-side setting.
Bodilles Kro
0.1 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
0.1 km
Vibrant harborfront brasserie in Skagen blending classic Danish hygge, local flavors, and live music—perfect for foodies, music lovers, and culture seekers alike.
Restaurant Asia Skagen
0.1 km
Laid-back Asian buffet and sushi spot in central Skagen, serving generous all-you-can-eat plates and easygoing meals from lunch through late evening.
Simpelt Pop-up Brunch
0.1 km
Bright, harbourfront brunch with a Nordic pop-up vibe, serving simple, generous plates and good coffee just steps from Skagen’s busy marina.
Skagen Fiskerestaurant
0.1 km
Classic harbour-side seafood in Skagen’s historic fish warehouses, serving fresh local catches in a relaxed maritime setting at the very top of Denmark.
Jakobs Café & Bar
0.2 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.
Havnens Fiskehus Skagen v/Ann-Christina Westphal
0.2 km
Casual harbourside seafood in the midst of Skagen’s working fishing port, where simple plates, sea air and boat views capture everyday coastal life.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Bolcheriet A/S - Skagen
0.1 km
Working candy workshop and shop in Skagen where you watch traditional sweets being made, taste warm samples and pick coastal-inspired Danish treats.
NÜ Skagen
0.2 km
Contemporary women's fashion in the heart of Skagen's charming pedestrian quarter.
Kop & Kande Skagen
0.2 km
Practical Danish homeware and gift ideas in the center of Skagen, blending everyday kitchen essentials with cozy Nordic design for locals and visitors alike.
Pieces
0.2 km
Casual Scandinavian womenswear and accessories in a compact boutique on Sankt Laurentii Vej, ideal for topping up your travel wardrobe in coastal Skagen.
Mop Shop
0.2 km
Nordic elegance meets European designer craftsmanship in Skagen's premier fashion boutique.
eXtrem, Skagen
0.2 km
Compact clothing store in central Skagen, geared to the town’s breezy coastal climate and laid-back, outdoorsy lifestyle at Denmark’s northern tip.
Boutique Dig & Mig
0.2 km
A curated Scandinavian fashion boutique in central Skagen, blending leading Danish and international brands in a calm, contemporary setting for women and men.
Skagen Toys
0.2 km
Independent toy store in Skagen offering quality playthings and games for children in a welcoming community setting.
Ny Form Skagen
0.2 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.
Fleurie & Delux Skagen
0.2 km
A calm, curated clothing boutique in central Skagen, where soft Nordic colours, quality fabrics and feminine silhouettes echo the town’s coastal light.
Galleri Bo Bendixen
0.2 km
Bright, playful Danish design in the heart of Skagen, where colourful illustrations, textiles and prints turn Nordic motifs into cheerful, packable art and gifts.
VERO MODA
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Butik Skagen
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A cosy coastal boutique on Skagen’s main street, blending relaxed Scandinavian fashion with the yellow-hued charm of a classic Skagen house.
lysetsland Skagen
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Custom digital printing and locally-crafted clothing in Skagen's creative heart.
Harbour Club
0.2 km
Compact coastal fashion boutique on Skagen’s main street, blending Scandinavian simplicity with maritime flair just minutes from the working harbour.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Havnekroen
0.0 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.
Buddy Holly Skagen
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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.
Tørst Cocktailbar
0.1 km
Inventive Nordic-inspired cocktails, cosy harbour-side hygge and shareable tapas boards in a stylish, candlelit bar at the heart of Skagen.
Kompasset
0.1 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
0.2 km
Authentic Danish pub with hidden courtyard garden and live music in Skagen's harbor heart.
Apéro hos Bellevue
0.4 km
An intimate Skagen bar where Nordic light, coastal calm and well‑poured drinks create a slow, sophisticated pause between sea, town and evening plans.
Apéro Champagne & Kaffebar
0.4 km
Authentic French bistro and champagne bar in a historic railway station, blending Parisian elegance with Nordic charm.
DK-Café
30.5 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
30.8 km
Traditional Danish bar in the heart of Frederikshavn, offering straightforward drinks, long opening hours and a cosy glimpse into local everyday pub life.
Café Pitstop Frederikshavn
31.1 km
Relaxed café-bar hybrid on Skippergade blending sports, karaoke and pub vibes in a down-to-earth local hangout in Frederikshavn.
Sportsbaren Frederikshavn
31.2 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
31.4 km
Authentic maritime bar where Frederikshavn's harbor spirit flows through every conversation and drink.
My Nordisk Mjød
31.5 km
Intimate mead bar and micro‑meadery in Frederikshavn, serving handcrafted Nordic honey wines inspired by a garden apple tree and regional Danish ingredients.
John Bull
31.7 km
English-style harbor pub blending maritime character with classic pub hospitality in Frederikshavn's waterfront district.
Freddy´s Bar
31.7 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.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Relaxing
- Scenic
- Fun-filled
- Casual
- Unique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
- Viewpoints
- Heritage Neighborhoods
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
- Waterfront
- Sunset Spots
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Selfie Spots
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Low Impact
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- 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
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Business Friendly