Tonder Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo "Tonder" by Beethoven9 (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo "Tonder" by Beethoven9 (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
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Explore the Wadden Sea, be there for the enchanting Tønder Festival, enjoy the historic town centre, visit Schackenborg Slot or drive over the causeway to Rømø.

If you’re travelling to Tønder, a wealth of things to do and enjoy await, such as sweeping scenery, art and history. Explore the historic market town, famous for its unique architecture and idyllic centre with cobbled streets and lively shops. There’s always something going on here.

Tønder Festival is a folk music extravaganza, or you can explore the atmospheric Christmas market in December. Just beyond the town is the Wadden Sea National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Outstanding animal life in the form of seals and millions of migrating birds can be seen here – see them up close on an oyster safari to harvest the wealth of the sea. And if you can’t get enough of Denmark’s no. 1 aphrodisiac, come for the Tønder Oyster Week in the middle of October.

Tønder was granted its charter as far back as 1243, making it the oldest market town in Denmark. The town is just 3 miles from the German border, and the fascinating history and culture of Tønder and the region are found everywhere in the border area. Schackenborg Slot in nearby Møgeltønder is a prime example follow your visit with a gourmet dinner and a stay at Schackenborg Slotskro.

Regardless of whether you're only here for a weekend break or a whole holiday, there is always plenty to do. Visit the pearl of the Wadden Sea, Rømø, to enjoy the endless beaches. Take a swim, fly kites or experience the thrill of the fun ‘blokarts’ – a special kind of wind-powered beach buggy. The European Blokart Championships are held here in May, and 50,000 kite enthusiasts from all over the world descend on the island in early September.

Even though Tønder could hardly be described as a big city, there is lots of entertainment and life in the town. Enjoy world-class Nordic art at the Kunstmuseet, or take a trip back in time to the Iron Age in the subterranean museum, Hjemsted Oldtidspark. During the holiday season, the farms are inhabited by working Iron Age families, to show what life was like in Denmark in the past. You can also try your hand at activities such as archery.

Come to Tønder and discover one of Denmark’s most charming market towns. Experience the unique scenery of the Wadden Sea National Park and learn more about the fascinating history of the borderlands.

Hotel Tønderhus

Hotel Tønderhus

3.5 out of 5
1 Jomfrustien, Tonder
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Tonder. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Skorstensfejerlauget and ...
7.8/10 Good! (143 reviews)
"Sizable room with operational balcony to let in cool air. Great location to visit Tonder!"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2025

Hotel Tønderhus
Schackenborg Slotskro

Schackenborg Slotskro

3 out of 5
Slotsgaden 42, Mogeltonder, Tonder
The price is ₹15,774 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
₹15,774
₹19,717 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tonder. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Schackenborg Slot and Schackenborg Castle are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (270 reviews)
Over-rated
"The place is definitely over-rated and therefore not worth the cost. the place is cozy, the restaurant good, but for the prices paid, other places would probably have been able to offer something better."

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2019

Schackenborg Slotskro
Abild Hotel

Abild Hotel

3 out of 5
Ribelandevej 66A, Tonder
The price is ₹8,040 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹8,040
₹10,050 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Tonder. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kjerstine Svendsdatter and Guldhornsstenene ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (49 reviews)
Stort og rent værelse
"Et virkelig stort, lækkert og rent værelse, dog kunne der godt være et loftslys på værelset. Dejligt at man bare kan gå ind i restauranten og lave sig en kop kaffe og sidde og hygge, også selv om der var rigelig med plads på værelset."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Abild Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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