Vorupør Røgeri: The Heart of North Sea Smoked Seafood
Sample the flavors of Denmark’s North Sea coast at Vorupør Røgeri, a beloved smokehouse blending tradition, local seafood, and warm hospitality in Thy’s seaside village.
Vorupør Røgeri is an acclaimed fish smokehouse and specialty shop in the coastal village of Vorupør, near Thy National Park. Known for its authentic Danish smoked fish and local delicacies, the shop offers both takeaway and dine-in options. With a history rooted in northwest Jutland’s seafaring culture, the experience here combines the flavors, traditions, and atmosphere of Denmark’s rugged North Sea coastline.
A brief summary to Vorupør Røgeri
- Vesterhavsgade 184, Thisted, Vorupør, 7700, DK
- +4596199192
- Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Try the smoked mackerel or salmon, widely considered favorites among locals and returning visitors.
- Arrive shortly after opening to find the freshest selection and avoid crowds, especially in summer.
- Combine your visit with a stroll along the beach to watch traditional fishing boats land right on the sand.
- If you have dietary restrictions, ask inside; there are several tasty salads and allergen-friendly options.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Thisted Vandtårn
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Battery Hanstholm 1
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Wind-beaten dunes, concrete giants and sweeping sea views meet at Battery Hanstholm 1, an open-air World War II strongpoint on Denmark’s remote northwest coast.
Eshøj gravhøj
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A Bronze Age burial mound preserving 3,000 years of Danish prehistoric heritage on a windswept Jutland plateau.
SOLTEGNET af billedhugger og professor Bjørn Nørgaard
37.1 km
A radiant sculpture of oyster shells celebrating art, sustainability, and fjord culture.
Æ Fywerhus
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Jegindø
37.8 km
Discover the tranquil beauty of Jegindø, Limfjord’s peaceful island retreat, celebrated for its rich fishing heritage, scenic coastal walks, and abundant birdlife.
Thyholm Egnsmuseum
40.1 km
Experience the rural heritage, crafts, and community of Limfjord at Thyholm Egnsmuseum—a living museum on Thyholm showcasing local history and traditions.
Bispehuen
41.1 km
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Fur
42.2 km
Experience the ancient moler cliffs, fossil treasures, and laid-back island culture that make Fur the crown jewel of Denmark’s Limfjord region.
Fur Museum
42.7 km
Discover Denmark’s prehistoric wonders at Fur Museum—home to some of Europe’s finest fossils and a lively hub of natural and local history in the heart of Limfjord.
Limfjords Camping & Vandland I/S
43.3 km
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Spøttrup Borg Velkomstcenter
43.8 km
Experience authentic Danish medieval history at Spøttrup Borg, North Jutland’s best-preserved castle, surrounded by moats, gardens, and sweeping views of Limfjord.
Bulbjerg
45.5 km
Discover Bulbjerg: Denmark's only mainland bird cliff, offering dramatic coastal views, rich history, and diverse birdlife in the heart of Thy National Park.
Bovbjerg Lighthouse
51.8 km
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Limfjordsmuseet Løgstør
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Explore Denmark’s maritime heritage and fjord culture at Limfjordsmuseet in Løgstør, with hands-on exhibits, heritage ships, and unique oyster and fishing traditions.
Unmissable attractions to see
Museumsboot
0.1 km
A weathered wooden fishing boat on Vorupør’s wild shore, Museumsboot offers an intimate glimpse of Thy’s hard-working maritime heritage in its natural coastal setting.
Nordsø Akvariet
0.1 km
A compact North Sea aquarium in coastal Vorupør, bringing local fish, fishing culture and family-friendly marine experiences together just behind the dunes.
Vorupør Badehotel
0.1 km
Intimate seaside hotel, surf hub and restaurant in the fishing village of Vorupør, blending Nordic calm, North Sea views and easy access to wild Thy landscapes.
Nørre Vorupør bagfyr
0.2 km
A small red‑and‑white lighthouse on the dunes of Thy, Nørre Vorupør Bagfyr quietly celebrates North Sea navigation, coastal heritage and windswept national park scenery.
Cold Hawaii beachview
0.2 km
A windswept North Sea vantage point over Denmark’s legendary Cold Hawaii surf coast, where dunes, waves and Thy National Park meet in a distinctly Nordic beachscape.
The beach in Vorupør
0.2 km
Wild North Sea waves, working fishing boats on the sand and a sheltered sea pool meet in Thy National Park’s most characterful “Cold Hawaii” beach.
Havbad
0.3 km
A sheltered North Sea sea-bath on Thisted’s wild west coast, blending safe swimming, sandy dunes and working-fishing-village charm in compact form.
Vorupør-cigaren - udsigtspunkt og skulptur
0.8 km
Experience the life of North Sea fishers, rescue men, and coastal villagers at Vorupør Museum—a charming local museum on Denmark’s wild northwest coast.
Vorupør Museum
1.0 km
Step inside an authentic coastal boatyard where cutters were built for the North Sea, and discover how craftsmanship, fishing and family life shaped Vorupør.
Vorupør Kirke
1.1 km
Red-brick coastal church in Nørre Vorupør, blending simple early 20th-century Danish architecture with deep roots in the village’s fishing and North Sea landscape.
Ålvand Klithede Fugletårn
3.3 km
A simple wooden bird tower above windswept dune heathland near Thisted, offering wide horizons, shifting light and quietly rewarding birdwatching in Thy.
Bøgsted Rende
3.4 km
Where Thy’s coastal forest meets dune and sea, a rust‑coloured brook and red hourglass beacon create one of Denmark’s most quietly dramatic coastal valleys.
Nationalpark Thy, visitor centre Stenbjerg Landingsplads
3.7 km
Atmospheric fishermen’s cottages, a compact park visitor centre and a wild North Sea beach combine at Stenbjerg Landingsplads, a characterful gateway to Nationalpark Thy.
Olsen Banden Hus Stenbjerg (Silhuet ved huset)
4.4 km
A humble North Jutland villa turned cult film waypoint, where a metal Olsen‑banden silhouette meets windswept fields on the edge of Thy National Park.
Thagaards Plantage
4.5 km
A wind-twisted pocket of birch and spruce where a 19th‑century experiment to tame drifting sands has grown into an eerie, primeval thicket in National Park Thy.
Essential places to dine
Klochs Spisested
0.1 km
Hearty burgers, steaks and spareribs in a laid‑back American‑style diner by the North Sea in Nørre Vorupør, a cozy coastal stop on Denmark’s wild west coast.
Vø Pizzabar
0.1 km
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Pandekagehjørnet
0.1 km
Cosy North Sea pancake café in Vorupør, serving sweet and savoury treats and easygoing comfort food just a short stroll from the windswept Thy coastline.
Vesterhavscaféen ved Nørre Vorupør Landingsplads
0.1 km
Casual seaside dining practically on the sand at Vorupør’s landingsplads, with hearty coastal fare and front-row views of the North Sea and Cold Hawaii surf.
Bistro 123
0.1 km
Classic French bistro cooking meets surf-coast calm at this modern, candlelit restaurant inside Vorupør Badehotel on Denmark’s wild northwest shore.
Vø cafe
0.1 km
Laid-back brunch and coffee just behind the dunes in Vorupør, where Nordic simplicity meets salty North Sea surf-town vibes.
La Grande Café, Pizza & Steak House
0.2 km
Fresh pizzas and quality steaks in a welcoming, family-friendly setting.
Restaurant & Steakhouse Amalie
0.4 km
Coastal steakhouse blending premium beef, fresh seafood, and Nordic hospitality in Thisted's harbor district.
VØ Burgers
0.8 km
Casual burger-and-pizza hangout in laid-back Nr. Vorupør, perfect for refuelling after salty North Sea adventures along the wild Thy coastline.
Stenbjerg Kro Restaurant
4.5 km
Traditional Danish inn-restaurant in the wild heart of National Park Thy, serving local fish, seasonal produce and classic kro comfort in a cosy village setting.
Geo's Pizza Ristorante
11.6 km
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Restaurant Niels Juel
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Café Hawgus Klitmøller
11.7 km
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Det Gamle Røgeri Thisted
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Restaurant Bryggen Anno 2019
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Vorupør Røgeri
0.0 km
Sample the flavors of Denmark’s North Sea coast at Vorupør Røgeri, a beloved smokehouse blending tradition, local seafood, and warm hospitality in Thy’s seaside village.
Fiskercompagniet
0.0 km
Bustling coastal fish shop and smokehouse in Vorupør, serving ultra-fresh North Sea seafood, easy takeaway meals and smoked specialities steps from the beach.
Klitmøller Collective
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A calm, coastal-chic clothing store in the heart of Cold Hawaii, blending Nordic design, surf-town spirit, and practical style for life by the North Sea.
Surf Pro Cold Hawaii - Vorupør
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Surf Pro Cold Hawaii in Vorupør is the ultimate hub for surf rentals, lessons, and gear—right in the wild heart of Denmark’s coastal Thy National Park.
Rav& Sten
0.1 km
Premium amber and gemstone treasures from Denmark's North Sea coast, nestled in historic Vorupør.
Svanebro
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Cosy coastal shop in Vorupør combining handmade sweets, local specialties and gift-worthy homeware just a short stroll from the wild North Sea.
Den Lille Ravbutik ApS
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Cosy amber specialist in Vorupør, where North Sea beach culture meets warm, golden jewellery crafted from Danish west coast treasure.
Danmission Op Shop
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Cosy coastal thrift store in Vorupør where second-hand finds, from warm knitwear to well-loved books and furniture, support Danmission’s wider charitable work.
Is Mejeriet Thy
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Artisanal ice cream crafted with care in a charming North Sea harbor village.
Den Gamle Butik I/S
0.4 km
A cosy, nostalgia-filled shop in coastal Vorupør where Nordic design, year-round Christmas magic and the scent of freshly ground coffee create a timeless hygge retreat.
Shaped by the Tides
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VØ Skateshop I Jibe Longboards
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Coastal skateshop blending surf culture with longboarding lifestyle in northern Denmark.
Vorupør Slagterforetning v/Søren Odder Jensen
0.9 km
Three generations of Danish butchery craft, sourcing local meats with personal expertise and regional pride.
Meny
1.0 km
A welcoming supermarket where quality, service, and local character converge in coastal Vorupør.
Alt for Hunden - Hundeklipning, Hundesalon, Hundetrimming, Negleklip og Hundefrisering i Thisted.
2.5 km
Professional dog grooming by a certified cynologist in Thisted's trusted pet care salon.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Gården Klitmøller
11.4 km
Cozy farmhouse café, bar and lodge at the heart of Klitmøller’s Cold Hawaii coast, steps from surf, sand and the wild edges of Thy National Park.
Inside v/Gabriele Steinke
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Unpretentious bar and grill on Thisted’s coastal edge, serving hearty burgers, fish and chips and cold beers to locals and holidaymakers in a laid-back setting.
Haandpluk Kaffebar og delikatesse
12.0 km
Intimate Klitmøller hangout blending specialty coffee, craft beer, curated wine and deli treats in a cosy garage-style space near the windswept northwest coast.
Stalden Klitmøller
12.1 km
A timeworn village bar on Klitmøller’s main street, where North Sea surf culture, local life and simple drinks come together in a cosy, unpretentious setting.
Lagunen
17.1 km
A cozy village bar in Bedsted Thy, Lagunen offers simple drinks, local company and a warm slice of North Jutland everyday life in a relaxed, no-frills setting.
Cafe Nytorv v/ John Nielsen
19.6 km
Unpretentious bodega-style bar on Thisted’s central square, serving cold beers, simple drinks and everyday hygge from late morning to late night.
Café Børsen
19.7 km
Casual harbor-side café where locals gather for drinks and genuine Danish social warmth.
Harmonien
19.7 km
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Heidi's Bier Bar
20.0 km
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Sir Henry's Pub
22.5 km
Authentic Danish pub hospitality in the heart of Hanstholm's charming coastal town.
LUDO
22.5 km
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Pusterummet
23.6 km
A relaxed local bar and eatery in the heart of Hurup Thy, where billiards, cold beer and simple comfort food create an easygoing small-town social hub.
SwagHouse
27.0 km
Casual nightlife hub in the heart of Nykøbing Mors, where locals and travelers gather for drinks and social connection.
Nabo
34.9 km
Cozy neighbourhood wine bar on Nykøbing Mors’ Lilletorv, pouring characterful wines, easygoing drinks and relaxed hygge in an intimate, candlelit setting.
Farmors Bodega
35.1 km
Authentic Danish bodega where locals gather for beers, aquavit, and genuine Limfjord hospitality.