Skagen Bryghus A/S
Denmark’s northernmost brewery, blending house-brewed beer, hearty Danish fare and live music in a sunny Skagen courtyard just behind the town’s church.
Skagen Bryghus is Denmark’s northernmost brewery, a lively brewpub and restaurant set just behind Skagen Church. Housed in a low, rustic complex with a sun-drenched courtyard, it combines small-batch beer from the in-house brewery with hearty Danish classics and simple pub dishes. Expect copper tanks, long wooden tables, frequent live music sessions and a casual, social atmosphere that draws both locals and visitors for long lunches, afternoon tastings and relaxed evenings over a cold Skagen pilsner.
A brief summary to Skagen Bryghus A/S
- Kirkevej 10, Skagen, 9990, DK
- +4598450050
- Visit website
- Duration: 1.5 to 3 hours
- Mid ranged
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Mixed
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 10:30 am-4 pm
- Tuesday 10:30 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10:30 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10:30 am-5 pm
- Friday 10:30 am-7 pm
- Saturday 10:30 am-7 pm
- Sunday 10:30 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Consider a beer tasting flight to sample several Skagen brews at once; it is one of the easiest ways to explore the range without committing to a single style.
- Aim for a weekday midday visit if you prefer a quieter atmosphere; afternoons on summer Fridays and Saturdays can be particularly lively with music.
- In cooler months, bring an extra layer if you plan to sit in the courtyard, as North Jutland’s coastal breeze can feel chilly even on sunny days.
- If you have limited time in Skagen, combine a walk around Skagen Church and the nearby streets with a single extended stop here for lunch and a tasting.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Skagen Bryghus A/S location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Mild Temperatures
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Cold Weather
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Hot Weather
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Beer culture at the top of Denmark
Skagen Bryghus is proudly billed as Denmark’s northernmost brewery, and it leans into that identity with a warm, maritime character. Tucked a short stroll from Skagen Church, the complex feels like a hybrid of working brewery, pub and informal community hall. Gleaming brewing vessels and the scent of malt signal that this is very much a production site as well as a place to linger with a glass in hand. Inside, the brewery’s own beers dominate the taps, from crisp lagers suited to a windswept coastline to fuller ales and seasonal brews. Tasting flights are a popular way to explore the range, while guided tours and beer tastings are offered on selected days, adding a mini brewery experience to a simple meal stop.Casual dining with North Jutland flavours
The kitchen focuses on straightforward, satisfying food that pairs easily with beer. The menu leans into Nordic pub staples and classic Danish lunch plates: think open-faced smørrebrød, fish fillets, herring and burgers, alongside snacks designed for sharing. Portions are sized for a leisurely lunch in the courtyard or a quick plate between tastings. Prices sit in a moderate range by Danish standards, making it a comfortable option for a relaxed meal rather than a fine-dining occasion. Service is counter-based in parts of the day, reinforcing the informal, brewpub feel; you order at the bar, find a table and let the atmosphere do the rest.Cobblestones, courtyard and live music
One of Skagen Bryghus’ biggest draws is its outdoor life. On bright days, the courtyard fills with long tables, chatter and the clink of glasses, framed by low buildings and the soft North Jutland light. Even when the wind picks up, sheltered corners and blankets help keep things cosy. Indoors, wood, brick and brewery metalwork set a rustic-industrial tone. The main bar area opens onto spaces that can host small concerts and events, with live music often scheduled on weekends and in high season afternoons. This gives the brewery a festive, social energy, more akin to a music pub than a quiet tasting room.A year-round stop in a seasonal town
Skagen is highly seasonal, and Skagen Bryghus adapts with extended hours and more outdoor seating in summer, then a snug, indoor focus in the colder months. It works equally well as an off-season refuge after a walk out to Grenen or as a sunny-season anchor for an afternoon in town. Families generally find it welcoming at lunchtime, thanks to open seating, straightforward dishes and space to spread out, while couples and groups tend to gravitate here for relaxed, sociable evenings. With its combination of local beer, unfussy food and a strong sense of place, the brewery has become a natural stop in many Skagen itineraries.Skagen flavours to take home
Beyond what is poured at the bar, Skagen Bryghus usually offers bottled beers and branded items to purchase, letting you extend the experience beyond your visit. Gift packs and beer selections are popular souvenirs, especially for those interested in Denmark’s growing craft beer scene. For many visitors, this is less a quick drink and more a lingering pause in the middle of sightseeing: a chance to sit, listen to music if it’s on, sample local brews and watch the easy rhythm of Skagen life unfold around you.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Galleri Bo
0.3 km
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
0.4 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 Station
0.5 km
Denmark's northernmost railway station, where historic yellow architecture meets the gateway to two seas.
Brøndums Hotel
0.9 km
Discover Esbjerg’s transformation from Viking outpost to modern port through atmospheric exhibits, lifelike street scenes, and powerful wartime stories at Esbjerg Museum.
Skagen Havn
1.0 km
A bustling North Sea harbour where fishing fleets, cruise liners and a cosy marina meet under Skagen’s famous northern light.
Kiosk v / The Buried Church
2.5 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
3.1 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.
Skagen Gray Lighthouse
3.1 km
Denmark's second-tallest lighthouse where two seas meet, now a hub for bird migration science and coastal heritage.
Sømærket Vin- & CiderBar
3.7 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
3.8 km
Denmark's premier sunset gathering place where the North Sea horizon ignites with daily natural drama.
Bunker Ved Palmestranden
29.3 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
31.0 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.
31.4 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
31.5 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
31.8 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
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.
Sommerhus Skagen
0.5 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.
Escape skagen
0.5 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.
Skagen Marina
0.5 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.
Drachmanns Hus
0.5 km
The eccentric poet's intimate studio where Danish literary genius met artistic vision
Kongeligt Toldkammer
0.6 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.
Du er Smyk
0.7 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.
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.
Skagens Museum
0.8 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.
Kystmuseet Skagen
0.8 km
Open‑air village, coastal history and hands‑on stories of Skagen’s fishermen and sea rescuers at Denmark’s windswept northern tip.
Skagen Vandtårn
0.9 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.
Port of Skagen
0.9 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.
Anchers Hus
0.9 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.
Skagen Bamsemuseum
0.9 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.
Buste af Degn Brøndum
0.9 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.
Essential places to dine
Skagen Bryghus A/S
0.0 km
Historic brewery and restaurant in a converted power plant, serving craft beer and coastal Scandinavian cuisine.
Mammas Pizza Skagen
0.2 km
Straightforward neighborhood pizzeria in central Skagen, serving hearty takeaway-style pizzas, pastas and kebab plates for easy, budget-friendly evening meals.
Mammas Pizza & Restaurant
0.2 km
Casual pizzeria blending Italian, Turkish, and Mediterranean flavors in Skagen's heart.
Mcknudsens Rest.
0.2 km
Casual, family-friendly comfort food in the heart of Skagen, serving burgers, steaks and deep-pan pizza with a relaxed courtyard atmosphere.
Cafe & Restaurant Kokkenes
0.2 km
Cosy, centrally located café-restaurant in Skagen serving generous Danish seafood and brasserie classics, with set menus and a lively terrace in summer.
Restaurant Asia Skagen
0.3 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.
Jakobs Café & Bar
0.3 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.
Highway 66
0.3 km
Hearty steaks, big burgers and Route 66 nostalgia in a casual, family-friendly American diner just steps from Skagen’s bustling harbourfront.
Green´s Pub og Café
0.3 km
Vibrant harborfront brasserie in Skagen blending classic Danish hygge, local flavors, and live music—perfect for foodies, music lovers, and culture seekers alike.
Simpelt Pop-up Brunch
0.3 km
Bright, harbourfront brunch with a Nordic pop-up vibe, serving simple, generous plates and good coffee just steps from Skagen’s busy marina.
Casitalia ApS
0.3 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
0.3 km
Waterfront Nordic dining where fresh seafood and seasonal ingredients shine in a relaxed, welcoming harbor-side setting.
Pizzeria Italia
0.3 km
Cosy Italian pizzeria in Skagen's heart, serving generous portions and authentic cuisine with warm, multilingual hospitality.
Pavarotti Pizzeria
0.3 km
Casual Italian-style pizzeria in the heart of Skagen, serving generous, freshly baked pizzas by an Italian chef in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Juicy & Pizza
0.3 km
Authentic Neapolitan pizza meets fresh juice culture in Skagen's most inclusive and artisanal dining destination.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
lysetsland Skagen
0.2 km
Custom digital printing and locally-crafted clothing in Skagen's creative heart.
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
0.2 km
Contemporary women's fashion with joyful designs in Skagen's heart
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.
Skagen Toys
0.2 km
Independent toy store in Skagen offering quality playthings and games for children in a welcoming community setting.
Butik Skagen
0.2 km
A cosy coastal boutique on Skagen’s main street, blending relaxed Scandinavian fashion with the yellow-hued charm of a classic Skagen house.
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.
Mop Shop
0.2 km
Nordic elegance meets European designer craftsmanship in Skagen's premier fashion boutique.
Kop & Kande Skagen
0.3 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
0.3 km
Casual Scandinavian womenswear and accessories in a compact boutique on Sankt Laurentii Vej, ideal for topping up your travel wardrobe in coastal Skagen.
Huset Holst A/S
0.3 km
A historic Skagen design house where Scandinavian furniture, lighting and interiors are styled like a real home, inviting you to browse, dream and refine your own living space.
eXtrem, Skagen
0.3 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.
NÜ Skagen
0.3 km
Contemporary women's fashion in the heart of Skagen's charming pedestrian quarter.
Blue Cross Op Shop
0.3 km
Community-minded thrift store in Skagen where budget-friendly finds, friendly volunteers and a charitable mission turn everyday shopping into a feel-good pause.
Bolcheriet A/S - Skagen
0.3 km
Working candy workshop and shop in Skagen where you watch traditional sweets being made, taste warm samples and pick coastal-inspired Danish treats.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Linie 74 af 2019
0.2 km
Authentic Danish pub with hidden courtyard garden and live music in Skagen's harbor heart.
Kompasset
0.3 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.
Tørst Cocktailbar
0.4 km
Inventive Nordic-inspired cocktails, cosy harbour-side hygge and shareable tapas boards in a stylish, candlelit bar at the heart of Skagen.
Havnekroen
0.4 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
0.4 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.
Apéro hos Bellevue
0.5 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
0.5 km
Authentic French bistro and champagne bar in a historic railway station, blending Parisian elegance with Nordic charm.
DK-Café
30.6 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
31.0 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
31.2 km
Relaxed café-bar hybrid on Skippergade blending sports, karaoke and pub vibes in a down-to-earth local hangout in Frederikshavn.
Sportsbaren Frederikshavn
31.4 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
31.5 km
Authentic maritime bar where Frederikshavn's harbor spirit flows through every conversation and drink.
My Nordisk Mjød
31.6 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
31.8 km
English-style harbor pub blending maritime character with classic pub hospitality in Frederikshavn's waterfront district.
Freddy´s Bar
31.8 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
- Lively
- Fun-filled
- Scenic
- Casual
- Unique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Rustic Designs
- Industrial Designs
- Modern Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
- Art & Design
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Selfie Spots
- Architectural Shots
- Reel-Friendly
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- Day Trip
- Roadtrip Stop
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
- Business Friendly