Located on the northern part of the Øresund Coast between Helsingør and Espergærde, Snekkersten is one of the many original fishing villages along the coastal road, Strandvejen. The small, low-rise houses speak of Snekkersten’s past. Today the city has almost blended together with Elsinore
If you drive along Strandvejen from Helsingør towards Copenhagen, you will pass through Snekkersten. The town consists mostly of low-rise buildings, particularly private homes and row houses. Snekkersten harbour brims with atmosphere, with a number of active commercial fishers whose boats bob alongside the many pleasure boats.
During World War II, Snekkersten was one of the primary harbours for the illegal transportation of refugees to Sweden.
There are a number of fun stories about the name ’Snekkersten’, rooted in North Sealand’s popular memory: “The village is named for a large stone on the beach. According to the legend, the stone turns three times when it smells freshly baked bread; also, a witch on the island of Ven threw it at a warlock, it landed where it is now… ”
Snekkersten Harbour is packed with atmosphere, filled with wooden boats, fishing boats and pleasure boats. Near the beach, you’ll find grassy areas with tables and benches so you can enjoy your picnic and have a lovely day by the water.
Snekkersten Harbour was built at the fishing hamlets Snekkersten and Skotterup in 1872. Today an active harbour with many association activities and a charming environment. The harbour has 137 berths of different size, with a dinghy jetty in the inner harbour and mooring posts in the oth...
Snekkersten beach lies approximately 3 km south of Helsingør. The sandy beach with grass areas in the background equipped with tables and benches are a popular beach for locals from Snekkersten and Helsingør. The protected environment means that there is rarely any wind and waves, making b...
Some of North Sealand’s most famous attractions are located close to Snekkersten.
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