Excursion Highlights of bornholm tour at Ronne

Explore the picturesque farmlands and coastlines of this tiny Baltic Island during this comprehensive half-day tour.

Hammershus Castle Ruin

After a brief encounter with the capital city of Rønne, drive north through small villages to Hammershus Castle Ruin, one of the largest in Northern Europe. The setting is dramatic and well-chosen: It provides an excellent defense installation and a prominent trading post in the Baltic region. The castle was built in the early 1200's and served for close to 500 years as a fortress, prison, storage and administrative seat before being abandoned in the early 1700's.

Gudhjem

Driving along the shore passing through villages as Sandvig Allinge and Tejn we will soon reach Gudhjem. Pay a visit to the charming little fishing village of Gudhjem. This is probably the most scenic of all Bornholm fishing villages. Meaning 'Home of God', this quaint village of only 780 permanent residents, clings to the side of a rocky bay on the North-Eastern side of the island. Fishing and whaling were the main sources of income but have since been replaced by tourism. Gudhjem was also the first place to start smoking and exporting herring, a tradition that was to become the 'signature delicacy' for the entire island. Enjoy approximately one hour of free time to explore this quaint fishing village on your own.

Round Churches

Then, continue to one of the round churches, special to this island and parts of Southern Sweden. These types of churches are named for their completely circular structures and were a popular type of construction in the 11th and 12th century when churches not only served as places of worship, but as defensive structures in uncertain times. Enjoy an inside visit to this fascinating old church before returning back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Hammershus Castle Ruin, Gudhjem, Round Churches

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate to extensive amount of walking and is not suitable for guests who utilise a wheelchair or those with limited mobility as there is uneven and inclined grounds at Hammershus as well as gravel. There are steep streets in Gudhjem and several steps inside Round Church. The tour sequence may vary. If religious services are in progress, an inside visit to the round church may not be possible.