What to do and see in Denmark, Denmark: The Best Ships

The wooden frigate ‘Jylland’ is one of the longest and most significant historic wooden ships in the world. Built in 1857-1860, it was both the first and last warship in the Danish navy with an originally inbuilt steam driven engine and sails – a cutting edge hybrid of its time, superior in speed with its long and slender hull. It survived 18 hits during the battle of Heligoland 1864 and worked as a royal ship, sailing King Christian IX to the Faroe Islands, Iceland and Saint Petersburg in 1874 and 1876. Since then, the old warship has functioned as lodging for soldiers and children of the rural districts of Denmark, as exhibition facilities of the National Exhibition of 1909 and others. Many times, it has faced the destruction of slow decay and being sold for scraps. Thanks to ardent people, skilled craftsmen and generous foundations, the proud ship survived and now resides in its dry dock in Ebeltoft. WELCOME ABOARD!

Warships await you at the Viking Ship Museum. Don't worry, they won't open fire. This museum is dedicated to education about boat building, archaeology and Viking life. It's a favorite among kids, and visitors of all ages can take to the water in traditional vessels. Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. seven days a week, until 5 p.m. in summer months.

Nar du besøger Præstø, sa ma du ikke snyde dig selv for et besøg pa den unikke Præstø Havn. Her er liv og glade dage, og altid meget aktivitet. Ved siden af ligger det kendte springvand af Jeppe Hein. Pa havnen ligger flere gode spisesteder med udsigt ud over vandet. Snyd ikke dig selv for en gatur i Frederiksminde anlægget, hvor den kendte Michelin restaurant Frederiksminde restaurant ligger.

Harbølle Havn is a small charming harbor in Vestmøn. Harbølle Harbor offers a beautiful sandy beach with plenty of play, bathing and relaxation. The area is also known as a paradise for anglers. In Harbølle you can also experience galleries, pottery and glass art

Bogø Havn is located in Grønsund with beautiful views of Farøbroen. From the port, Ida ferry to Stubbekøbing - a nice little 12-minute boat ride overlooking the Faroe River and Storstrømsbroen. The trip goes to the cozy harbor in Stubbekøbing on Nordfalster. If you want to feel the city's pulse, visit one of our three cozy market towns, Præstø, Stege or Vordingborg.