Camping in Sonderburg

Surrounded by a marvellous natural landscape, the town of Sonderburg in southern Denmark is located close to the border with Germany. Camping with the whole family and your dog is a pleasure on this wooded Baltic coast. Magnificent castles, picturesque villages, ancient megalithic tombs as well as bathing beaches, marinas and the charming old town of Sonderburg invite you to relax and enjoy a visit.

Special features of camping in Sønderborg

Sønderborg is a town divided into two parts. Campsites in Sønderborg are located within the municipality of Sønderborg and on the island of Alsen, as well as in the immediate vicinity of the town. The small Danish town is located on the Flensburg Fjord on the Kimbrische Peninsula and partly directly on the island of Alsen. Alsensund separates the eastern part with the old town centre. The proximity to the town makes camping in Sonderburg so attractive, and the region also offers fantastic nature experiences not far from the campsite in Sonderburg. Campers can expect a varied landscape with fine sandy beaches, wild and romantic cliffs, shady forests and a rich flora and fauna. Anglers and golfers also get their money's worth here. Above all, however, there are signposted paths for hiking between the forest and the sea.

How to get there

The journey to Sonderburg is from Hamburg by camper or caravan via the A7 motorway to Flensburg. The total distance from Hamburg to Sonderburg is 203 kilometres. On the way, the Hüttener Berge service area in the nature park of the same name is a good place to stop if you are travelling from the south of Germany. There is also a playground for children and a dog run here. The last opportunity to refuel cheaply is at the petrol station in the Scandinavian Park near Flensburg. To do this, leave the motorway at the Flensburg junction and follow the signs to Scandinavian Park. It's also a good opportunity to do some last-minute shopping before your camping holiday. From Flensburg, or more precisely from the border crossing at Harrislee, the A7 continues seamlessly as the E45. At Kliplev, you then change to the E8. This is a primary route that has been upgraded to a motorway, also known as Sonderborg Motorway. It leads straight to Sonderborg and the campsite.

Activities and excursions

Magnificent castles and peaceful hiking trails as well as activities such as golf, horse riding and swimming will delight active holidaymakers, culture vultures and those seeking relaxation.

In the footsteps of the gendarmes

Denmark's first quality hiking trail, the Gendarme Trail, leads from Südalsen through the Sonderskoven forest and Sonderburg to Düppel, Broagerland and Gravenstein as well as via Kollund to the German border. This is where the gendarmes used to patrol. The trail leads through very varied and scenic surroundings, but there are other, shorter trails in the region for hiking enthusiasts, such as the Nydam trail or the 3 km long brick trail along the water. A viewpoint can be reached after 4.5 kilometres through woods, meadows and fields on the hiking trail near Tandslet.

Baroque castles and national apples

Augustenburg is one of the most impressive baroque castles in Denmark. The castle church with its marble floor, lavish stucco decorations and gold leaf ornamentation is a testament to the wealth of the period. One of Denmark's largest sculpture trails can be seen in the extensive park. Gravenstein Castle is the summer residence of the Danish royal family. It was originally a hunting lodge from the 16th century and was called Grauenstein. This is where the famous Gravenstein apples come from. The castle park is one of the most beautiful in Northern Europe and can be visited.

Gastronomy

South Jutland and the Sønderborg region is a culinary paradise for gourmets. On the one hand, there are many fresh products from local farms to discover for the camping kitchen, and on the other hand, country inns and cafés serve specialities from the region. Salt marsh lambs and cattle are typical of Southern Jutland. The animals' meat is particularly flavoursome as they graze outside for long periods on the west coast and are exposed to the salty sea air. South Jutland's smoked sausages are a speciality and are made according to an old tradition. Above all, however, the border region is known for its Jutland coffee table, which is filled with up to 20 different types of cake. Another speciality and a popular souvenir is the honey cake from Christiansfeld. The creamy Danish ice cream in the large waffle cones is also legendary.

Best time to visit

The best time for a camping holiday with the whole family is in summer, when the Baltic Sea is over 20 degrees Celsius and ideal for children to swim. The youngest guests can dig and splash around on the shallow shores of the beaches. From late spring, when the camping season begins, quiet hiking trails, cycling tours or horse riding on the island of Alsen beckon. The salty air on the tidal shore is at its most intense in the spring and autumn months, lending freshness and vitality. In the summer months, temperatures rarely rise above 30 degrees Celsius. With an average of 20 degrees Celsius in the warm season, a camping holiday on the Danish Baltic Sea is a welcome refreshment in summer.