Things to in Esbjerg while on DFDS Mini Cruise

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Things to do in Esbjerg

Back in 1868, when the western half of Denmark was seen as far-flung and desolate, the decision was made to establish a port at Esbjerg. Since then the city has grown to be Denmark’s fifth biggest due mostly to the shipping business but also because of local agriculture.

You are most likely to be a visitor of Esbjerg via the DFDS service from Harwich aboard the “Dana Sirena”. You may be just passing through, but take half a day to look around this historical port and you’ll find a calm, attractive and civilised town.

The Esbjerg Museum

Central to the Esbjerg museum are the displays of amber, which west Jutland is well known for. There are pieces dating more than 9000 years on display. Admission is 30DKK with children u18 free of charge. The whole place is free on Wednesdays.

Esbjerg Modern Art Museum

Housing one of the finest modern art collection in Denmark, the Kunstmuseum is within close walking distance from the port terminal and close to the town square. Admission is 40DKK (about £5) with concessions at 30DKK. With special exhibitions, a shop, a children’s experimental area and a scent installation, there’s plenty to keep you occupied for at least an hour. Next door is the Musikhuset Esbjerg, a performing arts centre where fashion shows and other festive occasions are held. Read more at www.mhe.dk

Other Art Galleries

Atelier & Galleri Niels Kongsbak www.niels-kongsbak.dk
Artisterne www.art-isterne.dk
Atelier & Galleri “Hav” www.jyttekarup.dk
Keramikvaerkstedet Braedingen www.gittehadrup.dk
Voigt Fine Art www.voigtfineart.dk

Maritime Museum

Take a look at the flora and fauna of the North Sea in the aquariums, the fishing vessels that the Danes have used of the centuries since the Vikings. In a large outdoor exhibition you can see a beach landing place, life saving station, dunes, harbour equipment, and a bunker from the Second World War. There is a modern display area where you can watch the fish being fed. www.fimus.dk

Man Meets the Sea

Visitors arriving at Esbjerg from the sea will notice Svend Wiig Hansen’s monumental sculpture “Man Meets the Sea”, which was raised on the occasion of Esbjerg’s 100th anniversary as an independent municipality in 1994. The sculpture portrays the meeting between pure, unspoilt mankind and nature.

The Esbjerg Water Tower

Occupying the highest spot in Esbjerg, (there can't be many) the Water Tower was the only source water for the town due to its isolation. It remains as a popular landmark and tourist attraction.

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