From ford to world shoe – experience history in Bredebro

Bredebro

Bredebro is a charming railway town in Southern Jutland with approximately 1,436 inhabitants (2025) located 14 km north of Tønder and 10 km west of Løgumkloster. The town was founded around a ford over the Brede Å and became an important junction with the establishment of the railway in 1887–88. . Today, Bredebro is known as the hometown of the global shoe manufacturer ECCO, which was founded here in 1963 and is still headquartered in the city. .

Experiences and Attractions

At Broad Bridge

Historic lace town

In the 19th century, Bredebro and the neighboring town of Brede were known as centers for lace production – especially Tønder lace.

Church from the 13th century

Brede Church, located in the northeastern part of the city, dates back to the early 13th century and was rebuilt in 1722.

Almost surrounded by nature and the Wadden Sea National Park

The town is located close to Brede Å, a popular area for fishing, canoeing and nature experiences, and has direct access to the Wadden Sea National Park via marshland and good trails.

More about the city

Bredebro Sports Center with sports halls, outdoor pool and campsite is popular among both locals and visitors

The city has annual events such as city festival, Open City Night and Ringridning, which provide an authentic local experience.

Guide

Handicap accessibility

Full accesseslightly

Level-free access, lift etc., which enable wheelchairs to get around.

Partially available

There are rooms/areas where wheelchair users cannot enter, but it is still possible to have a good experience.

Available with a helper or some walking function.

There is a step or other that means you need help in order to participate/enter.

Not available.

There is no lift, ramps or anything else that prevents wheelchairs from entering.

The accessibility assessment is based on a normal-sized wheelchair. If you use an extra-wide electric wheelchair or electric crosser, please contact the desired place of visit yourself. Likewise, there may be circumstances which mean that the availability for a period is not as described by us. A good idea is to always search for information on the website of the desired place to visit.