Rent a holiday home by Jammerbugten
The small seaside resort Blokhus is located next to Jammerbugten. Blokhus is part of Jammerbugt Municipality in the North Jutland Region. The distance between Blokhus and Løkken in Northeast Jutland is only 15 kilometres as the crow flies. Our holiday homes in Blokhus are close to the fantastic beach as well as the centre of the town, with all its many shops, its charming square with summer concerts and café culture, plus a wealth of different attractions and sights for all the family in North Jutland.
Big holiday homes in Blokhus
Blokhus Strand
Blokhus Strand is considered to be one of the widest and most beautiful beaches in Denmark. Its blue flag flutters in the wind all summer long, so you will find that Blokhus Strand is exceptionally clean and unspoiled. You can drive your car right down onto the beach. The many hollows in the dunes on Blokhus Strand provide nice shelter from the wind.
The beach is flanked by many white bathing cabins, and in the summer, there are skilled lifeguards on site to guarantee the safety of visitors. Surfers love the harsh wind conditions and the wild waves of the North Sea, so many flock to Blokhus for their holidays each year. You will have the best chances of finding some amber in Blokhus after the weather has been stormy.
A walk on the beach in Blokhus is also to be recommended in the autumn or the winter. If you rent a holiday home in Blokhus you can enjoy a brisk walk in the harsh weather conditions outside before coming home to warm up in the whirlpool and sauna inside. Pure cosiness and relaxation!
Nature around Blokhus
No Danish holiday home vacation would be complete without a couple of memorable experiences in the great outdoors. Blokhus won’t disappoint on this front, as it is home to a wealth of experiences. Behind the beach you will find a fantastic natural landscape comprised of forests, heathland and dunes.
These scenic environments are just made for exploring on foot, from the saddle of your bike or even from horseback. Blokhus Klitplantage is home to many different animal species. Meanwhile the Guldagerhøj viewing point offers gorgeous views out over the entire Jammerbugten Bay.
Experiences in Blokhus
Blokhus was formerly a fishing village, but today it is known primarily as a resort town. However Blokhus is much more than just beach. In addition to charming cafés and restaurants with outdoor dining, Blokhus also has lots of shops that are worth visiting. In the town square you will find many restaurants, shops and kiosks.
Cultural experiences in Blokhus
Anne Just Garden (Anne Justs Have)
This garden is also known as the Garden in Hune, and it is located in the small town of Hune, just a five-minute drive away from Blokhus Strand. The garden was landscaped by painter Anne Just and architect Claus Bonderup. The garden is open to visitors each year from June to September.
Blokhus Lys
Also in Hune you can find Blokhus Lys, where you can make your very own candle. So should it rain one day while you are staying at a holiday home in Blokhus, why not spend the time dipping your own candles? At Blokhus Lys the staff are on hand to offer advice and guidance.
Blokhus Rescue Station (Blokhus Redningsstation)
The rescue station in Blokhus was built in 1852 and removed in 1944 by the German occupying force. The current rescue station is therefore a reconstruction. Take a look inside where you will find temporary exhibitions and information about the history of the station.
Activities for children around Blokhus
In addition to the lovely beach in Blokhus, there are also many other options for engaging the kids on your holiday home break. Both Blokhus and the wider North Jutland area are teeming with child-friendly activities to enjoy. We have put together a small selection of the options below.
The Sculpture Park in Blokhus
The Sculpture Park in Blokhus is a 20,000 m park with experiences for both children and adults alike. Here you will find works of art in different materials, sensory gardens and play areas for the children, which have bouncy cushions, a jungle trail, swings and much more.
Every summer the sculpture park is taken over by sand sculptors from all over the world during the Blokhus Sand Sculpture Festival. In December the park is transformed into a winter wonderland with lots of Christmas lights, a Christmas market and a lovely festive atmosphere.
Fårup Sommerland
If it’s speed and excitement you’re after, then a visit to Fårup Sommerland is simply a must on your holiday. With some of the wildest slides and the biggest water park in Denmark, Fårup Sommerland is a sure-fire hit with most families.
Aalborg Zoo
Take a trip to Aalborg Zoo, where you can see more than 100 exotic animal species. Lots of educational experiences await the whole family here.
North Sea Oceanarium
If you are more interested in life beneath the water’s surface, then how about a visit to the North Sea Oceanarium, where you can meet sharks and many other fish?
Active holiday in Blokhus
Gateway Blokhus at Blokhus Klitplantage is the perfect starting point for an active holiday in Blokhus. Here you can go mountain biking, lace up your running shoes and hit the running trail, go off on a nice long hike along one of the many routes or simply let the kids play at the nature playground. Here you will find many opportunities to enjoy an experience in nature, which you will remember long after your holiday ends. Gateway Blokhus is the perfect place to gather for active experiences when you are staying in a holiday home in Blokhus and absolutely a place where you can spend an entire day.
Day-trip destinations near Blokhus
Lots of exciting experiences await in the local area around Blokhus. Almost 22 kilometres from Blokhus in Løkken is where you will find the old Børglum Abbey, which was built in the 12th century. In this interesting setting you can check out different exhibitions and enjoy a nice walk in the abbey’s unique herb garden.
Rubjerg Knude Lighthouse
Rubjerg Knude Lighthouse is another destination which is worth visiting in the area. The old lighthouse is located high above sea level and right in the middle of a desert landscape with metre-high dunes, which offer a fantastic view out over this unique landscape. You may even spot some of the area’s many birds of prey. The lighthouse was actually painstakingly moved 70 metres in 2019 in an impressive feat by a master builder from the local area.
Eating out in Blokhus
If you want to avoid cooking at the summer house kitchen, you will find many great places to enjoy a delicious meal in Blokhus. The city is buzzing with life during the summer months, and there are several places where you can sit outside and enjoy the weather and summer atmosphere. You will find great restaurants serving fish and other mouth-watering dishes as well as many cute and cosy cafés. Naturally no summer holiday is complete without an ice cream, and just as you would expect, Blokhus has many places where you can satisfy the urge for a big ice cream cone.
Music in Blokhus
There is an open-air stage in the main square in Blokhus. There are concerts and entertainment throughout the summer for the many guests who come to the area. So wrangle together the family, come down to the square and enjoy a cold beer and some unbeatable summer atmosphere.
Holiday home rentals in North Jutland
Here at VillaVilla, we specialise in holiday home rentals all across the country, so you should have ample opportunity to find just the right house for you and your needs. In addition to our houses in Blokhus, we also have vacation rentals in Nr. Lyngby by Løkken, Grønhøj and Ålbæk by Skagen.
