Fun for Free
Experiences for free are the best - and you can get many exciting and beautiful experiences in our area, in nature as well as in the city.

Fanø in the Atlantic Wall
During WWII the Germans built the Atlantic Wall from northern Norway to southern France. The island of Fanoe was an important part of this defense line.

Marbæk - nature area near Esbjerg
The Marbæk Area - preserved nature area near Esbjerg with marked routes

Hjerting Beach - beach life at Esbjerg
Hjerting Beach - childfriendly beach near Esbjerg on the Westcoast of Denmark

The beach on Fanø
Fanø beach is one of Denmark's best beaches with lots of space, child - friendly and opportunities for activities of all kinds.

Dyrehaven in Nørreskoven - forest area with deer
The deer park in Nørreskoven is a lovely oasis not far from the center of Esbjerg. Here you can experience deer up close.

Sneum Digesø near Esbjerg - bird sanctuary
The bird sanctuary Sneum Digesø is located as the closest neighbor to the Darum-Tjæreborg dike, the Sneum Å outlet and the Wadden Sea. Close by are the cabins at Sneum Sluse.

Mini Zoo Ribelund - get close to the animals
Mini Zoo with red deer, dee'r, pet goats, donkeys, horses, bird haven and small kangaroos. There is an observation platform where the birdlife at Ribe Østerå can be observed. Many picnic tables where you can enjoy a packed lunch. Playground. Suitable for the disabled.

The Night Watchman's Rounds in Ribe
A very special atmosphere, is to follow the Night Watchman on his tour through the streets of Ribe, on a warm summer evening.

Riplay
Ribe Activity and History Park is built on Ribe's long history and life around the Wadden Sea.

Playgrounds in Esbjerg

Playgrounds in Ribe

Dog Parks

Albue Duck Decoy on Fanø
Albue Fuglekøje - large scale trap on Fanø for catching ducks - now a museum.

Sønderho Old Bird Trap on Fanø
A duck decoy is a large scale trap with netted, curving pipes running off a pond. It was used to catch ducks for food, however, today the decoy is a living museum.
Sønderho Duck Decoy is located at the coast south of Albue Bay. During the last few years the decoy has been renovated.
The decoy is open every day.
Dogs are allowed but must be in a leash.

Forest Playground on Fanø
Fanoe Forest playground has opportunities for children and adults and a picnic area with covered barbecue house

Kikkebjerg on Fanø
Kikkebjerg is 17 meters high and therefore of course amoung "The Big 5" - the five highest mountains on Fanoe.

Pælebjerg on Fanø
Pælebjerg is a popular viewpoint and the highest mountain on Fanoe - 21 meters - and one of "The Big 5"; the five highest mountains on the island.

