Strandhotellet Mols

Mols Mountains

Mols Bjerge National Park is known for its distinctive ice age landscape, where humans have lived for millennia. Put on your walking shoes and explore the beautiful scenery. The national park covers both land and water and here you can experience a dramatic hilly area dating back to the last ice age. Mols Bjerge is a wonderful natural area with experiences for young and old. A fresh hike or bike ride is a must.

Ebeltoft

Go on a cheap car holiday in Denmark and visit the cosy market town of Ebeltoft, which has a wonderful location by the sea. In the beautiful old town you will find countless fine half-timbered houses, still standing as they were when they were built. Today Ebeltoft is known for its winding cobbled streets, old houses and many charming pedestrian streets with a selection of speciality shops, restaurants and cafés as well as a cosy and welcoming atmosphere. Ebeltoft's landmark is without comparison the world's largest wooden ship, the Fregatten Jylland. The ship is a unique piece of Danish history. Here you can experience living Danish naval history and enjoy an authentic lunch at the same time. In the museum hall next to the ship, there are various exciting exhibitions on maritime history.

Museum Ebeltoft is part of Museum Østjylland, which is a local cultural history museum. The museum consists of several different buildings and you can for example look inside the Old Town Hall, where you can see the Molbo Room and the Court Room or visit the dungeon in the basement. Also visit the charming Farvergård in the main street, where local farmers used to have their yarn and home-woven clothes dyed. Enjoy a cheap weekend break or mini break from Risskov.

Glasmuseet Ebeltoft

Glasmuseet Ebeltoft in Denmark is dedicated to contemporary glass art, showcasing a wide array of glassworks from both Danish and international artists. It's famous for its creative and innovative exhibitions, making it an exciting destination for art lovers and those interested in modern design. The museum offers an immersive experience into the world of glass artistry, featuring both permanent and temporary exhibitions. Its unique focus on glass as a medium for artistic expression attracts a diverse audience, ranging from art connoisseurs to families seeking a culturally enriching experience.

Frigate Jutland

Find a cheap holiday at Risskov and go on a self-drive experience to North Jutland and all the exciting sights that 'lie' and wait. One of them is the frigate Jutland, which is also a unique piece of Danish history. Here you can experience living Danish naval history while enjoying an authentic lunch. In the museum hall by the ship, there are different, exciting exhibitions about maritime history. Visit the frigate with Risskov on a family holiday in Ebeltoft.

Museum Ebeltoft

Go on holiday in Denmark with Risskov and visit northern Jutland on a self-drive holiday with the whole family. Also visit Museum Ebeltoft which is part of Museum Østjylland, a local cultural history museum. The museum consists of several different buildings and you can, for example, take a look inside the Old Town Hall, where you can see the Molbo Room and the Court Room or visit the dungeon in the basement. Also visit the charming Farvergård in the main street, where local farmers used to have their yarn and home-woven clothes dyed. Book a cheap summer holiday with Risskov and go on an adventure

Kalø Castle Ruins

Go on a car holiday in Denmark and find a cheap hotel stay with Risskov Bilferie near Kalø. An active holiday with lots of nature is possible in this area. Enjoy the walk of just over 0.5 km to Kalø Castle Ruins, which is located in Kalø Bay in Central Jutland.

Ree Park Safari

Ree Park Safari offers a unique experience where visitors can explore wildlife from around the world. The park is home to animals from four continents, including African lions, Siberian tigers, and American bison. The Land Rover Safari takes you on an adventurous journey across the African savannah, where you can observe giraffes, zebras, and antelopes in their natural habitats. The park also features an Ape Island, where you can watch playful primates, and the Arctic Ring, home to polar bears and other northern species. With daily animal feedings, keeper talks, and a variety of activities for all ages, Ree Park Safari provides an engaging and educational day out in the heart of nature.

Skandinavisk dyrepark

Skandinavisk Dyrepark offers a close encounter with Scandinavian wildlife in a natural setting. Visitors can observe native species like brown bears, wolves, and moose as they roam spacious enclosures designed to mimic their natural habitats. The Bear Park, with its large observation platforms, allows a unique view of the bears' behavior. The park also features a Wolf Forest, where you can watch the pack interact, and an impressive bird of prey show that showcases the agility and strength of these majestic birds. Walking paths through the park lead you through forests and wetlands, providing an immersive experience in the Scandinavian wilderness. With several feeding sessions and educational talks throughout the day, Skandinavisk Dyrepark is an engaging destination for nature enthusiasts.

Djurs Sommerland

If you have the children or grandchildren with you on Djursland, it is a good idea to take a trip to Scandinavia's largest summerland, Djurs Sommerland. The large area offers fun rides for both young and old, beautiful green areas where you can enjoy lunch and a large water park, which will undoubtedly bring joy to the youngest. Once the entrance fee is paid, all rides are free to try.

Grenå

Visit Djursland's largest town, Grenå. The city has four harbour areas and also offers a wonderful city life with lots of speciality shops, restaurants and cafés. As you walk around the town, look out for the well-preserved half-timbered houses. Weather permitting, you'll find a very nice beach in town.

In Grenå you can also visit Museum Østjylland in the cosy merchant's farm and the interesting Kattegat Centre.

Kattegat Centre

Go on a driving holiday in Denmark and discover the many sights that are hidden both on Zealand and in Jutland. Drive yourself to Jutland and discover Grenå either on a cheap summer holiday or winter holiday. Drive yourself to the Kattegat Centre and enjoy a day filled with exciting experiences. The centre is a large Danish aquarium with more than 250 species of marine animals - including seals, fish and sharks that live in the Kattegat, as well as many tropical fish and shark species. Find a cheap family holiday at Risskov and drive away on a self-drive holiday in Denmark and enjoy a trip to Grenå at your own pace.

Old Estrup

Visit the manor museum Gl. Estrup, situated in beautiful surroundings on the outskirts of Auning, is one of Denmark's best preserved Renaissance manor houses. Gl. Estrup dates back to the 1300s and was owned for more than 600 years by one of Denmark's richest families in the 1600s and 1700s. Today, the manor house is an exciting museum that uniquely paints a picture of Danish manor houses and the life lived among lords and servants for centuries.

Natural History Museum Aarhus

There are four major permanent exhibitions in the museum as well as changing special exhibitions, filled with experiences and exciting journeys around the wondrous world of nature. Get close to the animals of the African savannah, or how about a journey through time, from the Ice Age to the present day.

Visit the exhibition ´AnimaliA´, which gives an impression of the survival of animals, a visit that gives a different view of evolution. Don't miss the 'Global Backyard', an interesting exhibition on biodiversity. The Natural History Museum Aarhus is the second largest of its kind in the country and houses over 5,000 different animals. Get an exciting introduction to the scientific achievements of natural history research, and be amazed by the details of the exciting journey into the wondrous nature of us all.

Botanical Garden in Aarhus

Go on a car holiday in Denmark and visit the Botanical Garden in Aarhus with Risskov. Find child-friendly hotels nearby and visit the exciting 'garden', which is located immediately adjacent to 'The Old Town' and covers an area of 21 hectares. Visit the tropical greenhouses, which contain plants from four different climate zones. When it's time for lunch or coffee, pay a visit to the Greenhouse Café in the Tropical House. So be sure to enjoy a day in a botanical paradise, right in the heart of Aarhus. Find child-friendly hotels in the area at Risskov and take the whole family on a drive to the exciting plant kingdom, which also includes carnivorous plants.

Christmas in the Old Town

Experience the unique Christmas market, 'Christmas in the Old Town' in Aarhus, where an atmospheric journey through more than 400 years of Christmas traditions forms the framework for a huge Christmas market in the City of Smiles.

The Old Town in Aarhus is the world's first open-air museum of the culture and history of the market towns and consists of 75 houses and buildings dating from the 1500s up to the 1970s. It was here that the popular DR Christmas calendar 'Jul i Gammelby' was filmed back in 1979, and with a mini break or a weekend stay in Aarhus, during Christmas, you have the perfect opportunity to experience the special Christmas atmosphere that is created here. The whole set is set up with authentic Christmas decorations as they have looked from the 1600s up to the mid 1970s. A very special Christmas atmosphere awaits, with plenty of stalls, historic shops and tasty Christmas treats in long lines.

In the Mint Master's Farm, elves are ready to serve you a nice portion of rice pudding and in front of the fireplace, people can gather together and listen to one of the elves tell about his long, exciting life. The children can hand in their wish lists and have fun in the "Christmas'umhej house", where there are both cosy caves and storytelling.

Visit the Merchant's Farm which has been transformed into the beautiful Christmas setting from the 1866 classic 'Peter's Christmas'. The book still has a special place in the hearts of many Danes, and if you have read it or heard the story, visiting the Merchant's Farm at Christmas time is an extra fun and exciting experience.

At Bendtsens Pakhus, you can enjoy an authentic Christmas experience, with everything from mulled wine and doughnuts to honey hearts and lemonade. The whole family can enjoy Christmas - and you can also bring your own food from home to enjoy in the Christmas room.

In other words, Christmas in the Old Town offers a unique Christmas environment that is different and exciting for both children and adults. Risskov offers a wide range of hotels in Aarhus and the surrounding area, so you can find the perfect stay for you. Whether it's a short weekend break, a cosy mini break or a longer Christmas holiday you're looking for, you're sure to find it here.

It is open for visitors every day between 10:00-15:00 from 16. of November until 2nd of January.