Bandholm between fjord shore and railway history

Bandholm combines harbour landscapes, bathing history and industrial heritage in an unusual way. The beach is located directly at Bandholm Harbour on the Sakskøbing Fjord and offers a view of Askø. With a width of 100 metres, tables and benches, it is a clear point of reference for anyone planning their stay by the water. The harbour itself is located in the town of Bandholm on Smålandsfarvandet. A regular ferry service runs from here to Askø and Lilleø. The marina has around 100 moorings.

Harbour, beach and paths by the water

Those looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Bandholm can organise their preferred holiday rhythm around the landscape: the harbour and fjord shape the townscape, while a protected coastal section with public access extends west of Bandholm. Strandparken road leads westwards from the harbour along the coast through a park-like, protected area. This publicly accessible area also provides a path along the eastern shore of Svanevig.

Railway history to discover

A special feature of Bandholm is its connection with the railway. The line between Maribo and Bandholm was inaugurated on 2 November 1869. Bandholm station was built in 1869 for this opening; its main building was listed as a protected monument in 1972. The Maribo–Bandholm heritage railway has 50–60 operating days each year. Anyone interested in the history of technology, transport and the local area will therefore find an informative theme for planning their trip here. The exact details of a visit depend on the respective operating days.

Grain storage and bathing history

The Hvedemagasinet is also part of the historic character of this harbour town. The building was constructed in 1850 for the storage of 500–600 tonnes of grain. Its cultural-historical and architectural value makes it another distinctive landmark in Bandholm. Another facet of the town’s history is shown by the Bandholm Badeanstalt: it is Denmark’s oldest bathing establishment and dates from 1870. Together with the fjord beach, it reflects the long-standing importance of the water to the town, without allowing any conclusions to be drawn about current opening hours or a specific bathing provision.

A place for different ideas for the day

Bandholm Church is also part of the town’s history. It was built in 1873–1874 according to a design by the architect H. Sibbern. Thus, railway, grain storage, bathing establishment and church stand alongside one another in Bandholm as different historical themes. For a trip involving several interests, this can influence the choice of holiday destination: on one day, the harbour and fjord landscape can be the focus, while on another, the architectural and transport history can take centre stage. Those travelling with children can divide such themes into smaller discoveries or a more extensive cultural day depending on their age and attention span, without limiting the stay to a single experience.

Choosing the right accommodation in Bandholm

Accommodation in Bandholm is particularly well suited to your travel plans if you see the harbour, beach, historic buildings and paths by the water as recurring parts of your stay. When searching for a holiday apartment or holiday home, consider which focus is decisive for your trip: the maritime landscape, the heritage railway, the town’s history or a combination of different interests.

Discover more places

If you would like to compare other places besides Bandholm, you can continue your search here:

• Harpelunde
• Dannemare
• Vesterborg Parish
• Errindlev
• Kramnitse
• Hoby
• Langø
• Hyldtofte

For the higher-level travel overview: Lolland.