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Bogholderiet – Beer Bar at the Old Shipyard

Industrial shipyard heritage meets one of Denmark’s biggest beer selections and organic burgers in a characterful harborfront bar on Frederiksø in Svendborg.

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Set in Svendborg’s historic shipyard on Frederiksø, Bogholderiet is an atmospheric beer bar and burger joint housed in the former payroll office of the yard. Exposed brick, hulking steel beams and maritime details frame one of Denmark’s most impressive beer selections, with 300+ bottles and rotating taps pouring everything from local island brews to rare imports. Add organic burgers and harbor views, and you have a characterful hangout that feels equal parts industrial relic and modern craft-beer temple.

A brief summary to Bogholderiet - Ølbar på Værftet

  • Frederiksø 2, Svendborg, 5700, DK
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  • Duration: 1.5 to 4 hours
  • Mid ranged
  • Environment icon Indoor
  • Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
  • Monday 11 am-12 am
  • Tuesday 11 am-12 am
  • Wednesday 11 am-12 am
  • Thursday 11 am-12 am
  • Friday 11 am-3 am
  • Saturday 11 am-3 am
  • Sunday 11 am-12 am

Local tips

  • Ask the bartenders for a small tasting flight if you are unsure where to start among the 300+ beers; they are used to tailoring recommendations.
  • Plan extra time on Friday and Saturday nights, when the bar stays open later and the atmosphere becomes particularly lively.
  • Combine a beer session with a walk around Frederiksø’s old shipyard buildings to appreciate the industrial setting that inspired Bogholderiet.
  • If you enjoy food pairings, order your burger first and let staff suggest beers that match its flavor profile.
  • Visit in shoulder seasons for a more relaxed vibe while still enjoying the harbor views and full beer selection.
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From Shipyard Payroll Office to Craft Beer Haven

Bogholderiet occupies the old bookkeeping office of Svendborg’s once-bustling shipyard, a low-slung industrial building facing the harbor on Frederiksø. The name literally means “the accounting department,” a nod to the room where wages were once counted out to shipwrights and welders. Today, the ledgers are gone, but the bones of the place remain: thick walls, sturdy pillars and wide windows that still feel anchored to the maritime work that shaped Svendborg for generations. Inside, the design leans into this heritage rather than hiding it. Original fixtures from the yard, old signs and worn timber bar counters give the space a slightly rough, authentic character. The result is a bar that feels rooted in its surroundings, with the harbor just outside and the ghosts of the shipyard never far away.

One of Denmark’s Deepest Beer Lists

The headline here is the beer selection. Bogholderiet has built a reputation for carrying well over 250, and now more than 300, different beers at any given time, lining shelves, fridges and blackboards in every direction. You can expect Danish microbreweries alongside classics from Belgium, Germany and the UK, plus more experimental bottles from further afield. A changing line-up of draft beers completes the picture, often with around 20 or more options on tap ranging from crisp pilsners to hefty imperial stouts. The staff are used to helping guests navigate the choice, whether you want a gentle introduction or a bold sour, and there is usually something local on offer from the islands around South Funen.

Organic Burgers and Shipyard Comfort Food

While beer is the star, Bogholderiet also doubles as a casual burger joint with a tightly focused, fully organic menu. Juicy patties, soft buns and simple sides are designed to pair easily with whatever you are drinking, making this a comfortable spot for both a full meal and a late-night snack. The kitchen keeps things unfussy and satisfying rather than elaborate, which suits the barroom atmosphere. On busy evenings the clatter of cutlery and the hum of conversation blend with the hiss of taps and clink of glasses, giving the place the feel of a canteen turned modern gastropub.

Harborfront Atmosphere on Frederiksø

Bogholderiet’s setting on Frederiksø is part of its appeal. The bar opens toward the water and the surrounding docklands, with converted warehouses, cultural venues and, in summer, a nearby beach bar adding to the sense of a revived industrial district. On bright days, light floods the interior; after dark, the harbor lights and reflections off the water create a cozy, slightly cinematic backdrop. The clientele spans locals from Svendborg, beer enthusiasts who plan their pilgrimages around the bar’s selection, and travelers exploring the South Funen archipelago. It works as well for an unhurried afternoon tasting as for a lively night out with friends.

Events, Festivals and Beer Culture

Bogholderiet is more than a place to drink; it is woven into the town’s beer culture. The bar helps host a local beer festival that brings together breweries and fans from across Denmark, and special tasting events or tap takeovers are a recurring feature of the calendar. For visitors, this means you may walk into themed evenings centered on specific styles or regions, or find rare kegs being poured for a limited time. Even on a regular night, browsing the bottle list can feel like a small voyage through global brewing, anchored firmly in the weathered walls of Svendborg’s old shipyard.

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