Frederikshavn Municipality

Parks and gardens in Frederikshavn

Scenic Parks and Gardens

This collection highlights the diverse landscapes of Vendsyssel, from the manicured rose gardens and the world’s largest rock garden at Bangsbo to the rugged coastal ridges of Pikkerbakken. It features historic navigation landmarks like the Gl. Skagen Båke and observation towers such as Cloostårnet and Skagen Vandtårn. Visitors can explore specialized horticultural sites like Nellemanns Have, home to a vast collection of paradise apple trees, or the detailed 1:10 scale architectural replicas at Minibyen Sæby.

Scenic Parks and Gardens — Map

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Pikkerbakken

A 71-meter high coastal ridge providing panoramic views of Frederikshavn harbor, the Kattegat, and the Hirsholmene archipelago.

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B

Cloostårnet

A 60-meter tall observation tower built in 1962. On clear days, the platform offers views across Vendsyssel to both the Skagen Odde and the North Sea.

C

Bangsbo Botaniske Have

An 8-hectare botanical garden featuring the world’s largest rock garden, a historic rose garden, and a collection of medicinal herbs.

D

Bangsbo Botaniske Have

Botanical garden at the Bangsbo estate, notable for its specialized collections of perennials and a large rock garden built with local granite.

E

Gl. Skagen Båke

A historic red wooden sea mark and navigation beacon used by sailors since the 19th century to navigate the Skagen coast.

F

Flagbakken

A 24-meter high elevation point known as a prime location for observing migratory birds of prey over the Skagen peninsula.

G

Skagen Vandtårn

A 1934 water tower designed by G.R. Øllgaard, now functioning as an observation point with views over Skagen's red-roofed houses.

H

Nellemanns Have

A 6-hectare park established in 1925, housing one of Northern Europe’s largest collections of paradise apple trees.

I

Boolsens Stenhave

A collection of historic millstones and stone artifacts gathered by author Johannes Boolsen, located on the grounds of Bangsbo Museum.

J

Minibyen Sæby

A miniature village featuring over 100 buildings accurately reconstructed at a 1:10 scale to represent Sæby as it appeared around the year 1900.

K

Kildemarken

Public park and green space located in Sæby.

L

Kig-Ud

A natural viewpoint situated on a hill offering vistas of the surrounding North Jutland landscape.

M

Anlægget

A municipal park and recreational green space featuring local flora.

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