Skagen, Denmark Photo Gallery
In Old Norse “skagi / skage” meant “peninsula” and “Skagen” meant “The Peninsula.” From the ship I can see both sides of the peninsula.
The building at Grenan where you can buy Sandworm tickets.
We took the Sandormen (the 'Sandworm'), a tractor bus, all the way to the tip of Grenan where Denmark ends and the North and Baltic seas meet.
This was some of the area that the Sandworm drove us through on the way to the tip of Denmark.
More of the area that the Sand Worm drove us through .
Grenan, literally translated to ´The Branch," is called that because of its appearance; a long branch-like sandbar reaching towards Sweden. The sand reef is still active, growing about 33 feet northeast each year.
Brian and Doug walking down the beach.
Looking towards Skagen's Grey Lighthouse from the tip of Grenan.
It's easy to see the line where the two seas meet here. What's not easy to look at is the lady in the bathing suit getting into the water. It was cold water and windy!
This is where the Baltic Sea meets the North Sea.
Notice the waves coming in both directions. The North Sea is on the left and the Baltic Sea on the right. Their waters touch, but do not mix, because of differences in density, temperature and salinity.
I'm standing in the North Sea and Brian in the Baltic Sea.
Skagen's Vippefyr (sometimes referred to in English as Skagen's Lever Light) is a navigational light mechanism located in Skagen in the far north of Jutland.
Summer Evening on Skagen's Southern Beach is a painting by Peder Severin Krøyer, from 1893, and is counted as one of his masterpieces. During the 1890's in particular and until he died in 1909, he painted several works from Skagen. (I think it's beautiful!)
This little town was so cute and I loved all the wildflower sections on the side of the streets!
Looking closer at one of the wildflower sections.
Everlasting Daisy, Rosy Sunray, or Pink Paper-Daisy-One of the wildflowers up close.
Maybe Convolvulus Tricolor Dwarf Morning Glory, but I'm not sure. It was not in the morning when I saw it.
Did you know that LEGO bricks are made in Denmark? I would've liked to have bought some for my grandchildren, but didn't have enough luggage space.
This was the delicious Danish I had at Skagen Bageri & Cafe.
What a funny sign!
The yellow houses of Skagen are emblematic for this northernmost city in Denmark and are painted with a mixture of French ochre and Danish chalk. The result is a light yellow colour that paired with red roofing gives it a true Danish character.
Fisherman and Boy Statue.
Rosa Rugosa Rose-Many rugosa roses can flower and bear hips at the same time. If roses are dead-headed, no hips form.
Rosa Rugosa Rose with a honey bee.
This row of hydrangaes here were amazing!
We saw lots of this colorful fishing rope along the dock as we walked back to the ship.
We also saw lots of colorful fishing nets!
Skagen Sailing Club Clubhouse
Skagen harbor is very busy with many different kinds of boats and ships. I liked all the wooden boathouses.
Another harbor photo.
Klitgaarden (lit. "The Dune House") is a former summer residence of the Danish royal family. The house was designed by Ulrik Plesner for King Christian X and Queen Alexandrine and completed in 1914. It is now owned and run by a trust and serves as a retreat for artists and scientists.
The Sand-Covered Church-In the 18th century the church was partially buried by sand from nearby dunes; the members had to dig out the entrance each Sunday. The struggle to keep the church free of sand lasted until 1795, when it was abandoned. The church was demolished, leaving the only tower.
Skagen Lighthouse, also known as Skagen's Grey Lighthouse, was built in 1858 and is one of Denmark's most iconic lighthouses. The lighthouse has been renovated and refitted as a birdwatching and nature centre in order to preserve the historic building following its decommissioning as a lighthouse in 2013.
The town arms of Skagen-An iron grill above which "In God we trust,"is found. Underneath is placed a fish, symbol of the main occupation of Skagen. The iron grill is a symbol of St Lawrence, who in 258 was roasted on an iron grill because he refused to pay the taxes from the church to the emperor. but gave the money to the poor.