Bornholm for Families with Children
8 Ideas for a Perfect Family Holiday on Bornholm
Here you’ll find ideas for shared adventures, exciting places, and unique experiences that combine fun with exploring the island’s nature and culture. Bornholm is the perfect place to spend time together – active, carefree, and close to one another.
On our website, we’ve gathered the most interesting attractions and inspirations for a family stay: from amusement parks and interactive museums to beaches, cycling routes, and peaceful spots surrounded by nature. Discover Bornholm through the eyes of a child and get to know an island that charms with its simplicity, safety, and Danish hygge. Here, every family will find something special.
1. Bornholm’s Beaches
Safe seaside fun for children
Bornholm’s beaches are a true paradise for families. Soft, warm sand, gentle slopes into the sea, and no strong currents make swimming safe even for the youngest. The most famous beaches – Dueodde and Balka – offer wide spaces for play, sandcastle building, and family picnics.
You’ll often find small cafés and ice cream stands along the shore, perfect for a break after water play. Kids love searching for shells and amber – it’s fun and a souvenir in one. Bring a bucket, a net, and good vibes – every day here ends with a smile.
Balka Strand (Balka Beach): Balka, 3730 Nexø
Dueodde Strand (Dueodde Beach): Skrokkegårdsvejen 17, 3730 Nexø
2. Cycling Around Bornholm
Family-friendly routes and adventures
Bornholm is one of Europe’s most bike-friendly islands. Safe, paved trails lead through forests, along the coast, and through charming towns. The routes are well-marked, and there are plenty of rest stops for ice cream, photos, or a short break.
For families, shorter stretches are perfect – for example, between Nexø and Balka or Rønne and Hasle. Rentals offer kids’ bikes, seats, and trailers, so everyone can join. It’s a fantastic way to explore the island – active, scenic, and relaxed.
Cycling on Bornholm
Cycling and Bornholm
3. Bornholm’s Hiking Trails
Family walks and nature adventures
Hiking on Bornholm is pure joy – mild weather, diverse landscapes, and well-maintained trails. Kids can explore forests, rocks, and seaside cliffs, turning every walk into an adventure full of natural sounds and surprises.
The famous Helligdomsklipperne trail offers spectacular sea views, while the Hammershus route takes you past ruins and mysterious paths. It’s a great opportunity to tell your children stories of knights and pirates that come alive among the old stones and cliffs.
Helligdomsklipperne (Sanctuary Cliffs): Helligdomsvej 14, 3760 Gudhjem
Hammershus (Castle ruins + Visitor Centre): Slotslyngvej 9, 3770 Allinge
4. Bornholm’s Medieval Centre
Fun and learning for children
At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, kids travel back in time – to the world of knights, blacksmiths, and medieval craftsmen. They can try archery, watch sword fights, or bake their own bread in an old-fashioned oven.
This is a place where learning happens through play – actors in historical costumes tell stories of daily life centuries ago. Children can touch, explore, and participate. It’s not a museum – it’s living history, full of sounds, smells, and excitement.
Stangevej 1, Østerlars, 3760 Gudhjem
5. NaturBornholm
Science and fun for kids on the island
NaturBornholm is an interactive science centre that fascinates both children and adults. Located in Aakirkeby, it combines learning with play – you can touch fossils, trigger an earthquake, or watch a 4D film about the island’s history.
Kids learn here through experience – exploring dinosaurs, observing animals, and discovering geological secrets. Everything is presented in an engaging, age-appropriate way. It’s a must-visit for every family trip to Bornholm.
Grønningen 30, 3720 Aakirkeby
6. Joboland Bornholm
Amusement park and Mini Zoo for children
Joboland (Brændesgårdshaven) is a family amusement park that combines classic fairground rides with a mini zoo and water park. Slides, carousels, and trampolines await younger children, while older ones can try obstacle courses or water attractions.
After a day full of fun, visit the animal farm – goats, llamas, and rabbits are waiting to be petted and fed. It’s a place full of laughter and joy, where the whole family spends time together – unhurried and surrounded by greenery.
Højevejen 4, 3740 Svaneke
Brændesgårdshaven
7. Sweet Bornholm
Caramels, candies, and ice cream from local workshops
Bornholm is famous for its small, family-run workshops where you can see how sweets are made. In towns like Svaneke and Gudhjem, candy and ice cream makers invite visitors to watch the entire process – and taste warm, freshly made treats.
These visits are more than just tastings – they’re little lessons in craftsmanship and tradition. Kids discover natural flavours, while parents appreciate the authentic recipes and cozy atmosphere. A sweet stop that creates lasting memories.
Bolcheriet / Svaneke • Gudhjem Is (Ice Cream in Gudhjem) • Karamel Kompagniet Gudhjem
Candies and Ice Cream
Candies and Ice Cream
Candies and Ice Cream
8. A Nature Adventure in the Heart of Bornholm
Almindingen Forest
Right in the centre of the island lies Almindingen Forest, where you can experience something truly unique – meeting European bison! In 2012, seven bison were reintroduced into a special fenced area to help protect this endangered species. They once roamed Bornholm naturally, so their return is both symbolic and important for the ecosystem.
It’s a wonderful nature lesson for children – showing how people and wildlife can coexist and support each other. Watching these majestic animals in their natural habitat is unforgettable and awe-inspiring.
Almindingen / Bison Area – Parking near Lake Bastemose marks the start of the "Bisonstien" (Bison Trail)
