Genforeningstavlen at Dybbøl German Redoubt X
A modest reunification plaque on Dybbøl’s former German Redoubt X, linking the 1864 battlefield to the peaceful border changes of 1920 in a quiet, open landscape.
Set on Dybbøl Banke above Sønderborg, the Genforeningstavle at the former German Redoubt X is a modest yet moving memorial marking the 1920 reunification of Southern Jutland with Denmark. Standing among grassy embankments and traces of fortifications from the 1864 war, the plaque connects the trauma of battlefield defeat with the later democratic border settlement. It is a contemplative stop for visitors exploring the Dybbøl battlefield, History Centre and Dybbøl Mill, offering quiet reflection on shifting frontiers, identity and the lasting legacy of the Danish–German borderland.
A brief summary to Genforeningstavle på Dybbøl tysk skanse X
- Dybbøl Banke 26, Sønderborg, 6400, DK
- Duration: 0.5 to 1 hours
- Free
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Combine the plaque with a loop past Dybbøl Mill and the History Centre so the brief inscription is framed by fuller context on the 1864 war and 1920 reunification.
- Wear sturdy shoes, as access typically involves short stretches on grass, earth paths and gentle slopes rather than paved walkways.
- Visit in the early morning or late afternoon for softer light on the surrounding fields, which makes the modest memorial more atmospheric in photos.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Getting There
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Local bus from Sønderborg
From central Sønderborg, use a local bus line serving Dybbøl Banke and Dybbøl Mølle; the ride typically takes about 10–20 minutes depending on stops. Expect standard city bus fares in the region of 20–30 DKK for a single adult ticket, with services running more frequently on weekdays than in the late evening or on weekends. From the nearest stop, allow extra time to walk along paths over the ridge to reach the plaque at the former Redoubt X.
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Taxi from Sønderborg town
Taxis from Sønderborg’s town centre or railway station reach the Dybbøl Banke area in roughly 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic and pick‑up point. A one‑way fare is commonly in the range of 120–200 DKK, varying with time of day and exact drop‑off. Taxis can usually bring you close to Dybbøl Banke 26, from where you continue on foot over short grassy stretches to the memorial.
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Cycling in the Dybbøl area
For an active option, rent a bicycle in Sønderborg and follow signposted routes towards Dybbøl Banke; the journey generally takes 20–35 minutes at a leisurely pace, with moderate hills on the approach to the ridge. You pay only the rental fee, which for standard bikes is often 100–200 DKK per day, and there is no entrance charge for the open landscape. Be prepared for wind on exposed sections and note that final access to the plaque is along short unpaved paths where you may prefer to walk your bike.
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From battlefield defeat to borderland reunification
The Genforeningstavle at Dybbøl’s former German Redoubt X is a small memorial with a big story behind it. Dybbøl Banke was once a key defensive position, where Danish and German troops clashed during the 1864 war that reshaped Denmark’s borders and self‑image. After Denmark’s defeat, the area became part of Prussia and later the German Empire, and the earthworks were re‑engineered into a line of German fortifications. Half a century later, after the First World War, the people of Schleswig voted on which state they wished to belong to. In 1920 Northern Schleswig chose Denmark, and the border was peacefully redrawn. The Genforeningstavle is one of many modest markers placed across the landscape to commemorate this turning point, when Dybbøl and Sønderborg once again became part of Denmark.Traces of German Redoubt X in the Dybbøl landscape
Today, the exact outlines of German Redoubt X are softened by grass and brush, but the land still bears the geometry of war. Low banks, shallow ditches and subtle rises hint at former ramparts and gun positions. The Genforeningstavle stands here as a quiet counterpoint to those military lines, replacing canons and barracks with inscriptions and dates. Around you, the wider Dybbøl Banke landscape spreads out towards Als Sound and the fields of Southern Jutland. The open views help explain why this ridge mattered militarily, yet the atmosphere now is calm rather than tense. Standing at the plaque, you are at once on a former German strongpoint, a Danish national symbol and a shared European memory site.A quiet companion to Dybbøl’s larger memorials
Most visitors come to Dybbøl for the History Centre, reconstructed redoubts and the iconic white mill, but the Genforeningstavle offers a different, more intimate kind of encounter. There are no live demonstrations or staged bombardments here, only a simple stone or metal panel and the surrounding grass. Because of its small scale, the site invites a slower pace. You can linger over the wording of the inscription, think about the families divided and reunited by the border, and consider how a battlefield later became a symbol of peaceful self‑determination. In contrast to grand monuments, this plaque feels almost like a private reminder tucked into the landscape.Understanding a layered border history
The Genforeningstavle gains meaning when seen as one layer in a much thicker palimpsest of history. Beneath your feet lie traces of prehistoric burial mounds in nearby forests, medieval village life, early modern estates and the 19th‑century redoubts of the 1864 war. Over that came German military engineering, and finally the commemorative culture of the 1920 reunification. Reading the plaque after exploring the Dybbøl fortifications, you sense how the same ridge has carried very different messages over time: from military glory and defeat to reconciliation and coexistence. The memorial does not try to tell the whole story, but it anchors those abstract themes in a specific spot you can visit, see and remember.Visiting as part of a Dybbøl Banke walk
In practical terms, the Genforeningstavle functions best as a waypoint on a broader walk around Dybbøl Banke. Paths and quiet lanes connect it with the History Centre, Dybbøl Mill and other stones and markers that dot the battlefield. The terrain here is gently undulating rather than strenuous, making it accessible for most visitors who are comfortable walking on grass and unpaved surfaces. Because it is outdoors and always open, the plaque rewards repeat visits in different seasons. On a clear spring day, larks sing above the fields; in autumn, low cloud and wind lend the site a more sombre tone. At any time of year, the Genforeningstavle on Dybbøl’s German Redoubt X offers a compact, thought‑provoking pause in the larger story of Denmark’s southern border.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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