- Fehmarnbelt: An "arrow" invites you to visit the construction site
- Denmark builds new offshore wind farm in the Little Belt
- Further offshore projects off Bornholm
- Progress on Copenhagen's major Lynetteholmen project
- Renovation work in Juelsminde
- New barbecue bar in the Marina Minde
- Playground and café under construction
- Major remodelling project in Middelfart
- Municipality takes over Hesnæs harbour
- New petrol station on the Limfjord
- Sauna and fishing in Randers Fjord
- Expansion of the harbour in Søby is in the starting blocks
- Bar renovations in Endelave
Fehmarnbelt: An "arrow" invites you to visit the construction site
The construction of the 18 kilometre long Fehmarnbelt tunnel is currently experiencing delays. The lowering of the first tunnel element, originally planned for last year, had to be postponed as the special ship required for this arrived late. Since March, visitors have been able to observe the construction work from the new "Pilen" viewing platform in Rødbyhavn. New restricted areas for water sports enthusiasts have been set up to safeguard the underwater work. These work areas are marked by restricted area buoys, the positions of which are publicised in the nautical publications of the shipping authorities. Vessels entering the VTS area must report via "Fehmarnbelt Traffic" on VHF channel 68. In addition, there are coastal exclusion zones around the construction sites off Fehmarn and Lolland. Further information is available on femern.de/watersports available.
Denmark builds new offshore wind farm in the Little Belt
An offshore wind farm is also being built in the Little Belt: The Lillebælt Syd wind farm is to be built north-east of the island of Alsen by 2029. Eleven wind turbines are planned, which will supply almost 150,000 households with electricity. The wind farm will be located between the Danish peninsula of Helnæs and the northern tip of Alsen. The south side of the farm will be only about three kilometres from the north coast of Alsen. Future boaters in the Little Belt will therefore not have to pass Lillebælt Syd. The Danish Energy Agency is also planning eleven other projects.
- Further information: Denmark: Energy transition - new offshore wind farm in the Little Belt
Further offshore projects off Bornholm
Two extensive offshore wind farms with a capacity of three gigawatts are planned off the coast of the island of Bornholm by 2030. According to the energy authority, this is one of the most important infrastructure projects in Danish history. A total of around 150 wind turbines are planned, which will be located ten nautical miles south-west of the island. A shipping corridor with a width of 12 nautical miles and a length of 20 nautical miles will separate the Bornholm I and Bornholm II areas. In January, the Danish Energy Agency pointed out that the legal framework for the next phase of the project has not yet been finalised and depends on negotiations with the new German government.
Progress on Copenhagen's major Lynetteholmen project
In Copenhagen, the capital's largest urban infrastructure project is making rapid progress. At the northern entrance to the harbour, at Ydre Nordhavn, the seven-kilometre-long Lynetteholmen peninsula is to be built over the next few decades. A total of 275 hectares of usable land will be reclaimed from the Baltic Sea. An important milestone was reached in February: the long-term excavations of the seabed have been completed. The focus is now on completing the coastal headlands and stone dams.
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A restricted area has been established to the east of Trekroner, marked with yellow buoys. Skippers heading for Margretheholm harbour, also known as Lynetten, should pay particular attention to the construction activities northeast of the harbour, including the working vessels and the markings. Due to lorry traffic to Lynetteholmen, the Margretheholm Bridge is closed on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., except during the fixed bridge opening hours, which can be viewed at danskehavnelods.dk.
Tip: The "KBH Havn" app (provides useful information on water and weather conditions, swimming spots, sailing routes and more.
Renovation work in Juelsminde
The year 2024 is all about renewal at Juelsminde Marina. Just in time for the anniversary of the storm surge in October 2023, the first section of the destroyed pier was rebuilt in the autumn. The need for this work had been known for some time, as the breakwater was undermined in many places and had sunk considerably over the years. The new stone breakwater should provide better protection against storms from the east in future. Nevertheless, numerous other repairs are necessary, emphasises harbour master Knud Madsen. As the financing of three million Danish kroner for the first renovation phase is a challenge even for a well-functioning harbour, supporters are being sought. These will be recognised on a new sponsor plaque in the harbour office.
New barbecue bar in the Marina Minde
The grill bar "Marinaens Ishus" opened in Marina Minde in July 2024 and offers draught beer, hot dogs and soft ice cream, among other things. The "Værftet Restaurant og Bar" has had a new tenant since 1 April this year. Guests can look forward to specialities such as "Steak-on-Iron", where the steak is served on an iron plate heated to 300 degrees and cooked directly at the table. From this season, the previous chip cards for the showers will be replaced by numerical codes, which can be obtained from the harbour ticket machine.
As part of a comprehensive renovation project, a new harbour office has been built in Toft Marina, as well as new showers and toilets with washing machines and dryers. Another new feature is the possibility to hire bicycles.
Playground and café under construction
A new large playground with a maritime character is currently being built in Kalvehave. There will also be a new, larger café offering homemade cakes in the future. However, completion had not yet been finalised at the time of going to press.
Major remodelling project in Middelfart
The marina in Middelfart has been extensively renovated and modernised for several years. During the winter months, storm damage to the outer part of the stone pier was repaired. The "Marina for all" project is nearing completion. As part of this, a new beach was heaped up and beach houses were built. A youth area with a basketball court and a recreation and play area are located in front of the "Marsvinet" restaurant and the "Café Moon". A beach handball and volleyball court are also being planned. As the crowning glory, the municipality is planning to build a lighthouse at the end of the pier, which will serve as a vantage point over the Gamborg Fjord.
Municipality takes over Hesnæs harbour
There is new hope for the port of Hesnæs: the harbour has been closed since a severe storm surge in October 2023. The enormous reconstruction costs, estimated at over 13 million Danish kroner, were not affordable for the previous operator. These high costs are mainly due to the improved coastal protection required for the reconstruction. In order to promote tourism in the region and secure jobs, the municipality of Guldborgsund has taken over the harbour in order to redesign it. Timetables and budgets are currently being negotiated with the operator Det Classenske Fideicommis. The aim is to start the renovation work in autumn 2025 so that the harbour can be used by pleasure craft again from spring 2026. The café at the harbour is also to be renovated and reopened.
New petrol station on the Limfjord
Struer harbour, the largest marina on the Limfjord, is the only place in the region other than Aalborg where boaters can refuel. The petrol station has now been relocated from the old harbour to the western area opposite the holiday home complex. The new service bridge is 15 metres long and can accommodate four boats with a draught of up to three metres. Both GTL diesel and V-Power petrol are available. The relocation has created new berths in the old harbour, offering larger boats a mooring option closer to the town.
Sauna and fishing in Randers Fjord
In recent years, a wilderness sauna, floating accommodation and a new clubhouse have been built in the marina at Udbyhøj in Randers Fjord. A particular highlight is the Kanonbåden, a mobile maritime communication platform that provides information about the Randers Fjord Nature Park. Further plans to increase the harbour's attractiveness are being considered: According to harbour master Christian Heibel Godsk, a new stone reef to encourage fish fry for anglers is being considered.
Expansion of the harbour in Søby is in the starting blocks
In Søby on Ærø, the harbour conversion was put out to tender. A significant expansion of the harbour basin is planned, which is to be deepened to 7.50 metres in the centre. A turning circle of 160 metres is planned. The outer piers are to be extended by 200 metres and a new quay 150 metres long is to be built. This will be secured with iron sheet piles and act as a breakwater. In autumn, the site was also put out to tender for a new commercial area of almost 15,000 square metres. The Søby shipyard was granted the lease for this site. Construction is scheduled to start in 2026, with the project due for completion in spring 2027.
Bar renovations in Endelave
The quay in Endelave, which fell into the harbour basin in December 2023, was rebuilt. In addition, the pier between the old and new parts of the harbour was removed and replaced by a new bridge, creating space for eight additional boats.
