The 2 most famous beaches are Lakolk and Sønderstrand also on Rømø. but there are several beaches in the area which are not so often visited, but still have a lot to offer. Other beaches you can visit are the beach at Havneby or the beach at Hjerpsted, which many people use to go for walks.
Driving on the beach is permitted via the marked access roads at both Lakolk and Sønderstrand. The sand is generally firm, but there are areas with soft sand where you should be extra careful.
Rømø Strand is known for its wide sandy beaches and good wind conditions, which make the beach ideal for both relaxation and active experiences. There is room for everything from swimming and walking to hang gliding, kite surfing and beach sailing.
Popular activities on the beach:
Important rules and considerations:
Sønderstrand is particularly known for beach sailing and blokarting, while both Sønderstrand and Lakolk Strand are popular places for hang gliding and kite surfing thanks to the stable wind conditions and large open beach areas.
Both Lakolk Strand and Sønderstrand have been awarded the Blue Flag. The Blue Flag is an international environmental label that shows that the beach meets high standards within:
To maintain the Blue Flag certification, the following applies:
Rømø Beach is located in and around Nationalpark Waddensea, which is a protected nature area. Therefore, please show consideration for nature, birdlife and the marked protection zones. Always respect signage, barriers and local instructions.
The beach areas include:
Rømø Strand is best compared to flat desert, where the West sea constantly rushes in to change the landscape. the 2 beaches on Rømø are geographically connected, but you cannot drive along the beach from one to the other.
The beaches are divided by dune landscape where nature has been allowed to unfold without restriction.
Lakolk beach is the most bathing-friendly beach, where there are often only 900 – 1000 meters from the dunes to the West Sea, which makes it the narrowest of the two. Lakolk is divided into zones, where there is both a car-free zone, a surf zone, a zone where you can let your dog walk and the largest zone where cars and bathing guests mostly move.
The beach is supervised by lifeguards in the high season and has obtained the blue beach flags.
Sønderstrand is a slightly different story than the popular bathing beach at Lakolk. Sønderstrand is less visited and has some completely different options than Lakolk. Having said that, Sønderstranden is also a fantastic bathing beach, and naturist bathing is also allowed here.
From the dunes out to the sea, the longest stretch is almost 3 km. hard sandy bottom. This provides facilities for various wind sports, where you can, among other things, come down and try some of the activities of the local wind sports schools.
On the beaches, you can experience various activities that you can also try out yourself.
3 wheels and 1 large sail where everyone can join.
Guided segway tours are also possible.
Bring your own or buy one at Lakolk
Rømø Motor Festival in August
Oyster tours at Hjerpsted Strand
Find a nice place to have a picnic
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.
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