Culture, arts and crafts on Ærø island
Handheld by enthusiastic locals
Ærø's art and culture scene is driven by enthusiastic locals, who are always coming up with something new and exciting. Some contribute inspiring art, others take the initiative for exciting cultural activities such as micro-festivals and relevant author lectures. All of which you can enjoy as a guest on Ærø.
Galleries on Ærø
Art photographer Maria Fynsk Norup exhibits her works in her own gallery, which is open by appointment.
Det røde pakhus is a culture house at the harbor in Marstal, which holds several art exhibitions throughout the summer with art from Ærø and with guest exhibitors from the rest of Denmark
In Annes Atelier in Ommel on Ærø, visual artist Anne Værnes exhibits her own works.
Museums on Ærø
Go on a journey through Danish maritime history from the 17th century to today. At Marstal Søfartsmuseum, there is entertainment for both children and adults.
At the Flaskeskibsmuseum in Ærøskøbing you can experience a large and exciting collection of bottle ships and ship models. Come by and feel the buzz of the island's maritime history.
Explore the atmospheric Hammerichs Hus. On the corner of Brogade and Gyden you can visit the red house, which is one of Ærøskøbing's well-preserved and historic half-timbered houses.
Artists and artisans
Rie, the artist behind rcph, explores the possibilities of clay in her workshop MASKINHUSET in Kragnæs. Come by and experience her work.
Discover Your Design Nordic in Marstal - a silversmith's workshop with its own foundry. Handmade, unique jewellery cast using the lost wax method.
The studio in Risemark features a selection of handmade felt works made from wool from live sheep from Ærø and Denmark.
Cultural heritage and architecture
See the iconic beach huts at Vesterstrand in Ærøskøbing - cosy, historic, and truly unique to Ærø. A visit you simply can’t miss.
On the northern tip of Ærø you'll find Skjoldnæs Lighthouse, one of Denmark's most beautiful lighthouses. Visit the top and enjoy the view.
Experience the colourful beach huts at Eriks Hale in Marstal - an iconic piece of Ærø’s history. A must-see on your holiday to the island.
Main events during the year on Ærø
In week 31, the jazz tones flow merrily on Ærø. It's time for the Ærø Jazz Festival, which offers both upcoming and big names within the jazz world.
Two days of music, talks and island adventures at Øhavet Festival
Join us for Easter Saturday on Ærø, where locals and guests gather on the beaches of Ærø to boil eggs and toast with each other.
Join the locals on Ærø for a lovely weekend of culture and Danish hygge when Lights in the Dark is on first weekend of November.
In November and December, the fairy-tale town of Ærøskøbing opens its doors to a truly special Christmas market set in beautiful, authentic surroundings.
Fastelavn (a sort of shrovetide) on Ærø is a big event for both children and adults. Traditions like masks and "raslebørn" (children going door-to-door for treats) are a fixed part of the annual program, and it's easy to join in.
