Tonder Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo "Tonder" by Beethoven9 (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo "Tonder" by Beethoven9 (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo "Tonder" by Beethoven9 (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo "Tonder" by Torsten Bolten (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original

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
The price is £174 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
£174
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (136 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 £162 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£162
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! (265 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 £87 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
£87
15 Jul - 16 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! (47 reviews)
Frisk og lokal service
"Dejlig serviceminded betjening. Lokal storkepar"

Reviewed on 5 Jun 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.
Møgeltønder Camping & Cottages
Møgeltønder Camping & Cottages
3 out of 5
Sønderstrengvej 2, Tonder, TØNDER
Stay at this 3-star campsite in Tonder. Enjoy free parking, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Mogeltonder Church and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (87 reviews)
"Excellent stay, friendly, quiet, next to very nice village."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2024

Møgeltønder Camping & Cottages
First Camp Frigard   Flensborg Fjord
First Camp Frigard Flensborg Fjord
3 out of 5
14 Kummelefort, Krusaa
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cabin in Krusaa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Flensburg Harbor and Kollund Kirke are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (87 reviews)
One night stay
"We are a family of 4, 2 adults and 2 teenagers. We stayed for one night in a cabin. It was perfect for our needs but I would not want to stay for any longer than that as it would be too small. The beds were comfortable but the pillows were not good. Luckily we brought our own. The service from the ..."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2023

First Camp Frigard Flensborg Fjord
Hotel Flensburg Akademie
Hotel Flensburg Akademie
Jens-Due-Weg 1, Flensburg
Stay at this aparthotel in Flensburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Flensburg Harbor and Phänomenta Museum are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (491 reviews)
"Nice place for an overnight stay"

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Hotel Flensburg Akademie
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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