Your new home in the Sønderborg area

A multitude of attractive towns and villages in your area Contents Lorem ipsum Map of the Sønderborg area Quotes from other newcomers 4-5 Pøl-Augustenhof-Købingsmark Gråsten area 6-9 (bluegreen) City > 1.000 citizens Broager area 10-16 (green) Sundeved area 17-21 (blue) Village < 1.000 citizens Holm Sønderborg area 22-25 (orange) Lavensby Nordals 26-41 (pink) Midtals 42-48 (yellow) Havnbjerg Oksbøl Ferry Sydals 49-54 (purple) Svenstrup Fynshav- About local ambassadors and 55 Ferry Brandsbøl-Lunden Klingbjerg Bøjden Newcomer Service Hardeshøj- Kolding Ballebro Stevning Østerholm Guderup Dyndved Elstrup- Fynshav Elstrupskov Blans Stolbro- Egen Hundslev- Ferry Sottrupskov Stolbrolykke Fynshav- Ketting Almsted-Notmark Vester Airport Sebbelev Asserballe Søby Avnbøl-Ullerup Sottrup Kettingskov Tyskland Ulkebøl- Augustenborg Adsbøl Sundsmark- Introduction Vollerup Tandslet Kær Hørup This folder provides you with information Gråsten Nybøl-Stenderup Mommark on the individual towns and villages in the Dybbøl Kirkehørup Kværs-Tørsbøl-Snurom Sønderborg area, to help you find your future Skodsbøl Smøl Lysabild home. Høruphav Rinkenæs Egernsund Sønderborg Vemmingbund Skovby Sønderborg is the main city of the municipa- Broager lity, whilst Augustenborg, Broager, Gråsten, Høruphav, Nordborg and Vester Sottrup are Dynt-Skelde-Gammelgab Kegnæs smaller towns. Then there are lots of lively villages, where community spirit is especially Brunsnæs-Iller-Busholm strong.

Page 2 Page 3 Quotes from newcomers

We come from Copenhagen and Hamburg, so the choice of living We came from living in a collective in Copenhagen, with a dream of close to the German border was an obvious one. Living in a new job for me and a house with a hunting dog for my boyfriend. was very much due to house prices, and we chose Skodsbøl because Being able to bike to work was important to me, and we agreed that of its spectacular scenery. And of course, it did help that Sønder- our dream home had to be in the countryside, with a bit of space borg Municipality’s relocation service was fast and efficient in between the houses. We also wanted a sea view, a good garden and dealing with a few issues we had before signing the contract for our all at a reasonable price! house. May, newcomer from Copenhagen to Ertebjerg Mikkel, newcomer from Copenhagen to Skodsbøl

We both love nature, hiking and exercise in general. That’s why it After several years of househunting, we finally found the place – there was important for us to live in a peaceful place, surrounded by the was just one problem: that it was 1½ hour’s drive from our family and countryside, close to the coast and beach with great hiking, biking friends, and in another part of the country where we didn’t know a and running. We get all that in Nordborg – we’re only 2-3 km from soul. But, it had everything we wanted: lovely people, a feeling of safety the beach, we love to walk and bike around the lakes, take a walk and comfort, good shopping, schools, childcare, leisure activities on in Nørreskoven and so on. The landscape is more varied at the land and sea, art, stunning scenery and lots of history. We have never Nordals end than on the rest of the island. regretted that we took the chance.

Andreea, newcomer from Halsnæs to Nordborg Jeanette, newcomer from Vejle to Augustenborg

We moved to Kegnæs to live in a beautiful area with our little I was offered a job in the area, and we decided to settle in Gråsten. family, and we have been made to feel so welcome. Everyone is so Gråsten is peaceful, beautiful and most people are very friendly warm and interested in us. and helped us a lot when we moved here. We’re settled now, and I’ve We love life on Kegnæs. It’s beautiful, quiet and the people are even started going to a rowing club for example. lovely. We have deer that walk past our window, and we’ve seen a real queen for the first time in our lives. Lykke, newcomer from USA to Kegnæs Alexei, newcomer from Russia to Gråsten

Page 4 Page 5 Inhabitants Adsbøl Gråsten Inhabitants Approx. 640 What else? Your own little kingdom Approx. 4.310

Information You’re close to everything in Adsbøl. Woods Gråsten is always ready to put on a welcome Information and the beach are within walking distance, fit for a king. Because, although we are already adsboel.net with Sønderborg and Aabenraa close by. home to our national apple, a royal kitchen graasten.dk [email protected] The village lies close to Nybøl Nor, and is lin- garden and summer residence, we still have [email protected] ked to the 20 km-long Nybøl Nor hiking and room for you and your own little kingdom. cycling route. To the north west of the village Events Events is Adsbøl Dam, the village pond. The area is City life Tilting-at-the-ring Old Timer Run known as “Paradise”, and paradise it certainly Not only is the town close to nature – you are Carnival is, with a stream, woods and wildlife on an in the middle of it. We have the coast, and a Gråsten Apple Festival unspoilt scrub and meadow area with stun- Christmas decorations hilly landscape clothed in woodland, with Tilting-at-the-ring ning flowers, from cowslip to orchids. lakes, open meadows and wide-open spaces. And yet, everything is close at hand in terms Village life of concerts, art and culture. Then of course, Adsbøl is a small village with around 200 there are all the proud traditions and festi- homes, and a great community spirit. The ve events. The town has a great selection of Did you know Did you know local residents’ association holds a ring riding shops, along with clubs and associations for that... tournament every September, with everything all ages. Gråsten boasts several hotels, two that... Adsbøl’s beautiful valley that entails in the way of horses, kids’ acti- marinas, cafés and the Marina Fiskenæs holi- Gråsten, home to the royal vities, eating, partying and having fun. The day resort with its spa and water park. (around the village pond) castle, is also home to association was founded in 1996, and arran- is called “Paradise”. Denmark’s national apple. ges several annual events, including Fastelavn Childcare, schools etc. at Carnival, and making traditional Christmas Within the area, there are child minders, two Travel by car mobiles. In recent years, a large number of modern integrated childcare institutions, two Travel by car young families have moved here, and many of schools plus a German school and a private Sønderborg: 11 min. Sønderborg: 17 min. the association’s events are arranged for their school, all with integrated after-school facili- German German border: sake. ties. The town has an excellent infrastructure German border: 17 min. 21 min. linking it with towns to the north and south of Hospital: 16 min. Hospital: 11 min. Childcare, schools etc. the Danish/German border. Highway: 8 min. Æblegård private school (1st-9th grades) is Highway: 2 min. located in the village. Page 6 Page 7 Inhabitants Kværs-Tørsbøl-Snurom Rinkenæs Inhabitants Approx. 990 A great place to live A town on the ball Approx. 1.250

Information Kværs-Tørsbøl-Snurom puts words into action People moving to Rinkenæs do so for a reason. Information when it comes to ‘sharing towns’. To ensure Perhaps a desire to be part of a local commu- kvaers-sogn.dk survival of public transport, a sustainable nity with room to breathe and to try out new rinkenaes-portalen.dk [email protected] system has been developed. We envisioned a initiatives. Or it could be a closeness to nature, [email protected] totally new form of sustainable village located or a quieter, more secure life. between the existing three villages. Events Events Village life Dilettant (revue) Town walks Village life Even though this is a small town, there’s plen- Tilting-at-the-ring Of the 1,000 residents, 36% are under the age ty of entertainment and culture on offer. Rin- Lectures Local exhibition of 30. Our highly active sports school with kenæs has its own sports association running Free park concerts its indoor halls is where everyone meets, activities for all ages, including gymnastics, whether it is to be active, play bingo, hold a badminton, volleyball and football. meeting for their association or club, or for a Golf is on offer at the Benniksgaard Hotel, monthly get-together dinner. on a stunningly beautiful course overlooking There’s a thriving business community in the Flensborg Fjord – it has won the title of Den- Did you know Did you know area, which includes Sønderborg Municipali- mark’s best location for a golf course several that... ty’s industrial parks. times. There are also evening classes on offer that... The village is working to Kværs-Tørsbøl-Snurom is a delightfully scenic at Rinkenæs evening school. Rapanden Rasmus area, with plantations, hills and dunes. Right set up an entrepreneur actually hails from the by the church is a separate bell tower and Childcare, schools etc. kitchen, in partnership parish of Rinkenæs a ‘stone park’, populated by huge boulders Public and private childcare is available, with the private school. brought to the area with the Ice Age. along with a kindergarden/nursery and even a German kindergarden. Rinkenæs school (up Travel by car Childcare, schools etc. to 6th grade) with after-school centre is right Travel by car Sønderborg: 20 min. We have a private school with a kindergarden in the centre of town, and a German school is Sønderborg: 20 min. and after school facility attached in Kværs. located in Alnor − around 3 km away. Both bus German border: 14 min. German border: 14 min. connections and bike paths to Gråsten school Hospital: 19 min. Hospital: 19 min. are good. Highway: 14 min. Highway: 4 min.

Page 8 Page 9 Inhabitants Broager Brunsnæs-Iller-Busholm Inhabitants Approx. 3.270 Room for the modern family A historic area in Broagerland Approx. 260

Information Broager nestles on the banks of Flensborg Fjord Brunsnæs is a small fjord village on the Information and on the Gendarme Path (a coastal walk), clo- south-west side of Broagerland overlooking broager.dk se to excellent beaches and the quiet, diverse Flensborg Fjord. Historically, it used to be a bib.landsbylaug.dk [email protected] scenery of ‘Broagerland’. The town’s principal ferry port, but nowadays it is mainly a popular [email protected] landmark is its beautiful church with its two holiday area. Along with its neighbouring vil- spires. At its feet, is the town’s park. In the lages of Iller and Busholm, Brunsnæs has for- Events Events centre of town are the library, shops, pharmacy, med a village guild to promote our collective Gendarmløbet (fun run) sports halls, meeting house, banks, hairdres- interests. There are currently 150 permanent Bikeferry Tilting-at-the-ring sers, school, doctors, Mariegården (after-school residents, a figure that increases considerably Active brickworks centre) and other facilities. with holiday guests visiting during summer. Octoberfest

Village life Village life Life in the town reflects its inhabitants, and a The Gendarme Path leading through the area palpable community spirit. Broager tilting-at- is actively and persistently maintained and the-ring on bike is one of the town’s many ini- developed by the guild. One of the achieve- Did you know Did you know tiatives that help bring its residents together. ments of the guild is a bike ferry, running that... The local events calendar also features an Oc- from Brunsnæs over Flensborg Fjord. The that... Broager is home to the toberfest, BUI Rock festival, the Gendarmløb guild has produced a development plan for Brunsnæs has a fun run and lots of other activities. There is the period up to 2024, with the vision of crea- world’s biggest tilting-at- ferry terminal on the also a much-used meeting house, Broagerhus, ting an authentic, peaceful natural area with the-ring festival on bikes. used by many of the local clubs and associati- deep historic roots, integrated into a modern Gendarme Path. ons, not to mention the sports halls, which are context. Apart from the bike ferry, the plan Travel by car home to a wealth of sports events and to one is to re-open the area’s inn, build shelters Travel by car of the town’s two fitness centres. and nature playgrounds, as well as to build a Sønderborg: 13 min. Sønderborg: 17 min. sports route running along the water’s edge. German border: 21 min. Childcare, schools etc. German border: 27 min. Hospital: 11 min. Broager offers municipal kindergarden/nur- Childcare, schools etc. Hospital: 15 min. Highway: 7 min. series, and two private kindergardens (one of Childcare and schooling are provided in Bro- Highway: 12 min. which is German). ager.

Page 10 Page 11 Inhabitants Dynt-Skelde-Gammelgab Egernsund Inhabitants Approx. 650 A peninsula dedicated to nature The good life Approx. 1.480

Information The three villages lie on the scenic Broager- Egernsund is an old port with an exciting Information land, enclosed by the Gendarme Path. They history concerning its brickworks and ship- dyntskelde.dk enjoy a rich and active community spirit, ping. The town enjoys a stunning location, egernsund.dk [email protected] including clubs and associations, listed buil- surrounded by water and woodlands, with [email protected] dings and a magnificent landscape, enabling several neighbourhoods right at the water’s both residents and visitors to experience edge. The port is picturesque and offers lots of Events Events something unique. The vision of the area is to opportunities for maritime activities, such as Kongeaften (a royal use its own resources and to test innovative, sailing, rowing and angling. There are sever- Midsummer’s Eve evening) creative and sustainable ideas with an alter- al associations formed to maintain the piers Community dining native objective. and a public slipway. This is where you can Regular events in Children’s Christmas tree also see an old mechanical winch, used in the Dynthuset party Village life days of cable ferries. To the east is a wonder- Gymnastics There are different clubs and associations, ful child-friendly beach with a pier and the Operation “Clean Town’ including one for motorbike enthusiasts, Marina Minde. hunting, gymnastics and tilting-at-the-ring, Did you know Did you know to name but a few. The local business com- Village life that... munity includes a producer of honey and The town buzzes with clubs, sports and cultu- that... Twelfth Night (Epiphany) wine, a bicycle factory, a jewellery shop, a re activities, with something for all ages, and Egernsund was home to vineyard, an organic village and a joiner and its own sports hall and village hall, all able to is marked by dressing up an artists’ colony from carpenter business. During the year, there is a host a wide range of activities. Children love and visiting neighbours. whole series of activities, including ‘Dyntfest’, their Klub 100, a place where they can get 1880-1920. Christmas Tree Party, organic day at Stensig- involved in a range of exciting activities. Travel by car mose, Fastelavn (Carnival) and Twelfth Night Travel by car in Skelde. Childcare, schools etc. Sønderborg: 14 min. Sønderborg: 19 min. There is municipal childminding, nursery and German border: 24 min. Childcare, schools etc. kindergarden. Schoolchildren go to Broager German border: 18 min. Hospital: 12 min. There is a private childminder service in school/after-school centre and are picked up/ Hospital: 17 min. Highway: 7 min. Gammelgab, a school in Broager and an ad- dropped off by a school bus. They can also Highway: 12 min. venture boarding school in Skelde. attend school in Gråsten.

Page 12 Page 13 Inhabitants Skodsbøl Smøl Inhabitants Approx. 670 We look after each other The village with the unique tower Approx. 100

Information The charming village of Skodsbøl is part of the Welcome to Smøl. Information active local scene on Broagerland – an area Smøl Vold is the gateway to Broagerland, an skodsboel.infoland.dk teeming with things to do for all ages, with area made particularly attractive by its stun- smoel.infoland.dk skodsboellandsbylaug@ schools, kindergardens, sporting activities ning scenery and unique history. Smøl is a [email protected] gmail.com and plenty of clubs and associations. The sce- lovely small village and a very attractive place nery is outstanding, with marshland, woods to live. Events and beaches, and of course the Gendarme Events Path winds its way along Broagerland’s roads Village life Bier um Vier Midsummer’s Eve and footpaths. To achieve a community spirit in the villa- Korporationsskydning Summer Fête ge, being able to recognise that each of us is (shooting) Village life different is important. If you want to have any New Year fun run Village Fête There are currently around 230 inhabitants influence, you need to be open-minded and in Skodsbøl, a village already renowned for its get involved. strong community spirit – including on digital Keep an eye on our info-board in the centre platforms. It has its own Facebook group, in of the village. When the flag is up, there are Did you know Did you know which its inhabitants share everything from new postings on the board. Another chance to that... notices of events to bikes found, and of course meet the locals is at ’Bier um Vier’ (Drinking that... There are written records their own local activities. Skodsbøl has a very beer together at 4pm) on Fridays. Smøl has a tower used as active village guild, which proposes ideas and mentioning Skodsbøl as a pit stop. runs activities proposed by the locals. Annual early as 1332. events include the Annual General Meeting Childcare, schools etc. of the guild, Midsummer’s Eve, Summer Fête, Broagerland has private and municipal child- Travel by car Travel by car Christmas tree lights and New Year fun run. minders, several kindergardens, a school with Sønderborg: 12 min. its own after-school centre and a youth club. Sønderborg: 14 min. German border: 21 min. Childcare, schools etc. German border: 21 min. Broagerland has private and municipal child- Hospital: 11 min. Hospital: 13 min. minders, several kindergardens, a school with Highway: 5 min. Highway: 8 min. its own after-school centre and a youth club.

Page 14 Page 15 Inhabitants Vemmingbund Avnbøl-Ullerup Inhabitants Approx. 100 Sun, sea and sand The village with lots of life Approx. 1.030

Information Vemmingbund is a holiday home area, with a Avnbøl and Ullerup are two idyllic villages in Information few permanent residents. The holiday homes South with 1031 residents, located vemmingbund.net occupy a small area, which will not get any between Sønderborg and Aabenraa in the pa- au-laug.dk [email protected] bigger. rish of Ullerup on the Sundeved peninsula. [email protected] There is an old roadside inn for parties, a They enjoy a high level of leisure activities, to summer café serving great food and with a which newcomers are always welcome. Events Events fantastic view over the water and mini golf Midsummer’s Eve course. The beach is child-friendly and Blue Village life Midsummer’s Eve Sandcastle Building Flag standard. Bakkensbro Aktivitets- & Kulturcenter (BAKC) Tilting-at-the-ring Kite Festival is currently home to no less than 23 clubs and Community dining Village life associations. Tempo running club, the Sunde- Vemmingbund is very active during sum- ved local history archive, Alssund aquarium mer, especially from Midsummer’s Eve to club, BOBS youth club, Sundeved Gymnastics the school autumn holidays. There are many Club, Børnesjov i Køkkenet (fun for kids in the activities – you can for example fish for kitchen) and others. BAKC is extensively used Did you know Did you know prawns, make sandcastles and try your hand by young and old, bustling with life and activi- that... at kite-flying. The Gendarme Path winds its ty right through the week. that... Vemmingbund Strand is way from Kollund to Skovby with shelters The meeting rooms can be rented or used by Bakkensbro Aktivitets- along the route, and runs right past the beach. the clubs and associations that use the buil- a child-friendly Blue Flag & Kulturcenter is our Collaboration with other village guilds on ding and by residents of the parish of Ullerup beach. Broagerland means that we are part of local for parties, general meetings, events etc. meeting place. growth. Travel by car Childcare, schools etc. Travel by car Childcare, schools etc. There are municipal and private childminders Sønderborg: 12 min. Sønderborg: 12 min. Childminding, German and Danish kindergar- in the area. The private school in Blans or the German border: 32 min. dens, schools and after school centres are all municipal kindergarden and school in Vester German border: 20 min. Hospital: 13 min. found in Broager, which is within easy cycling Sottrup are only a few minutes’ drive from Hospital: 10 min. Highway: 10 min. distance. Avnbøl and Ullerup. There are shops in both Highway: 1 min. The same applies to shopping. villages.

Page 16 Page 17 Inhabitants Blans (The village of the year 2019) Nybøl-Stenderup Inhabitants Approx. 700 A town in growth A lively and natural place to live Approx. 1.320

Information Blans has a general store, quite a few local Nybøl and Stenderup are deep in the country- Information businesses, a private school, a nature kinder- side, free of traffic, yet close to all amenities. Facebook: Blans garden, childminding, as well as woodland The local council has put together a compre- nybølstenderup.dk Landsbylaug and water within 1.5 km. The ferry sails to hensive development plan with the ambition kontakt@nybølstenderup.dk Northern , where Danfoss and Linak are of setting up a cooperative housing project, major employers, from Ballebro. Blans also building piers for bathing and a multi-purpo- Events Events has a Danish Crown plant, with 1,200 emplo- se hall before 2025. The brick-making indu- Midsummer’s Eve yees. stry has left its mark since the 1800s. Clay Midsummer’s Eve Lighting up the Christmas was mined and made into bricks, which could Sports week then be used locally and exported. tree Village life Open air church service Blans is also a very child-friendly town. Fan- Village Fête tastic scenery is all around, the community Village life spirit is healthy and there is lots of volunteer Industriousness is also a feature of the centre help for the town’s events. Activities include of Nybøl, which boasts a café, hairdressers and gymnastics, tennis, cricket and petanque on Nybøl Grill, which has just been taken over Did you know Did you know newly-laid pitches. by a young couple. Nøffelskoven is home to that... Ballebro Færgekro (ferry inn), Friends of the Denmark’s only ‘amphi-shelter’, along with a that... The private school, School and the village guild hold lots of events campfire hut, sculptured animals, etc. Nøffelskoven is the for all ages, such as prize draws and games. The area has its own sports and culture asso- Eckersberg Børneunivers, smallest wood in The local countryside is made good use of. ciation, running yoga classes, handball games, is the meeting place of the There are for example the Sundeved Trail, girl’s and boy’s clubs, a sports week, communal Denmark. village. beaches, as well as running and biking trails dining and lots of other activities. around Blans. Travel by car Childcare, schools etc. Travel by car Sønderborg: 10 min. Childcare, schools etc. Børneunivers (the children’s universe) and Sønderborg: 12 min. Blans has one public and two private child- Nybøl school (up to 6th grade) give children German border: 23 min. German border: 32 min. minders. There is a nature kindergarden, a great start to life. The bus service through Hospital: 9 min. Hospital: 13 min. private school for 9th grade, and a club for 4th Nybøl makes it easy to reach all academic Highway: 2 min. to 7th grade schoolchildren institutions in Sønderborg. Highway: 10 min.

Page 18 Page 19 Inhabitants Sottrupskov Vester Sottrup Inhabitants Approx. 90 It’s great to be in our old village Close to everything Approx. 1.430

Information Sottrupskov is a cozy village with lots of rural The stunning Vester Sottrup is close to Information activities to offer in its woods and beach. This Sønderborg on the road to Aabenraa. The sottrupskov.dk former fishing village is beautiful all year surroundings are charming, and close to “Vester Sottrup [email protected] round, and a wonderful place to enjoy nature. schools, kindergarden and the shops. There Gruppen” på Facebook Follow the changing seasons in Sottrupskov: is an excellent bus service to Sønderborg and from the fresh, new beech leaves, to carpets Aabenraa. Events Events of anemones, larkspur and ramson in the Costitution Day Fête spring, to the autumn, when the woods chan- Village life Town Fête and tilting-at- Sottrupskov Fête ge into golden colours and the water glitters in Vester Sottrup is a very active community the-ring sunshine. Lighting up the Christmas thanks to a wealth of enthusiastic volunteers. Bierfest Activities include riding at Sundeved Ride- tree Large-scale fashion show Village life klub, with its own club house, indoor riding In the summer, the inhabitants meet for a courts etc. We also have a gymnastics club, range of activities such as ‘krolf’ (a cross bet- the biggest krolf club in the area, a house- ween croquet and golf), kayaking and country hold club, an active church congregation and Did you know Did you know walks. A favourite route is along the streams several sports clubs. The Sundeved hall is the that... of Nydamstien or Alssundstien. Sottrup wood focal point of the village, hosting cultural ac- that... A full-scale copy of the is home to cultural monuments, such as a row tivities (such as the choir) and private parties. Kor 92 is the local choir, of canon placements from the 1864 war, and a There is also a general store, a baker’s, library, Nydam Boat can be found consisting of around 45 copy of the Nydam Boat, Nydam Tveir, kept in doctor and dentist, volunteer fire service and in the Sottrup woods. its own boathouse during the winter. one of the biggest and best charity shops in members. It celebrated its the area. 25th anniversary in 2017. Travel by car Childcare, schools etc. The local children attend Nydam school in Childcare, schools etc. Sønderborg: 8 min. Travel by car Vester Sottrup (about 4 km away), where there Nydam school (up to 9th grade), a kindergar- German border: 28 min. is also a kindergarden. The school takes chil- den, the Sundeved Halls and Nydam Børne- Sønderborg: 11 min. Hospital: 7 min. dren up to 9th grade, with a school bus service hus (children’s home) are all located here. German border: 24 min. Highway: 5 min. to and from the village. Sundeved boarding school is also close by. Hospital: 10 min. Highway: 3 min.

Page 20 Page 21 Inhabitants Dybbøl Kær Halvø Inhabitants Approx. 2.450 Paradise for young families The scenery of Als at its best Approx. 490

Information Dybbøl is a picturesque area to the west of Kær/Ormstoft are two sustainable villages de- Information Sønderborg, providing the ideal conditions dicated to maintaining the scenic countryside tilflytter@­sonderborg.dk for young families in particular. Close to the around them, with room for keeping hens, kaerhalvo.dk conveniences of Sønderborg, but still with the rabbits and horses, making optimum use of [email protected] Events peace and quiet of the countryside nearby. the beautiful countryside, which now includes the listed Kær Vestermark. Christmas at the Mill Events Village life Tyrol party in Skansen Kær tilting-at-the-ring Dybbøl is a close-knit community, with a Village life SønderjyskE Handball healthy range of leisure activities. During the The Kær peninsula offers a multitude of ways Historic re-enactment of course of the year, a full programme of activi- to take part in activities involving water, the the 1864 invasion of Als ties for everyone is there to choose from. woods and rolling landscape. The peninsula Dybbøl Halls are where adults and children is rich in clubs and associations, including can pursue their leisure activities, while for hunting, dog training, model aeroplanes, SønderjyskE Handball team play home games shooting and tilting-at-the-ring, and for local in Skansen, which is also a venue for large residents. The countryside is obviously our Did you know Did you know events. major asset, and provides us with things to that... do, and a place to reflect. The highpoint of that... The Dybbøl Banke history Childcare, schools etc. the year is the Tilting-at-the-ring Festival You can fly to Copenhagen with parade and competitions, for which the centre is located in There are several kindergardens and child- in just 35 minutes from minders in the town. Safe, well-lit school ro- competitors train all year. Local farm shops, Dybbøl. the airport at Kær. ads run all the way to Dybbøl school (up to 9th including the peninsula’s fruit farms and grade), located close to leisure facilities. the Rønhaveslagter (a butcher’s shop) sell Travel by car What’s more, there is easy access to shopping high-quality local foods. Travel by car at the village’s general store. Sønderborg: 9 min. Sønderborg: 8 min. Childcare, schools etc. German border: 25 min. Our children go to school and institutions in German border: 28 min. Hospital: 8 min. Ulkebøl or Sønderborg. Hospital: 7 min. Highway: 3 min. Highway: 5 min.

Page 22 Page 23 Inhabitants Sønderborg Ulkebøl-Sundsmark-­Vollerup Inhabitants Approx. 27.800 A world class view Villages close to town and nature Approx. 5.000

Information Sønderborg is the municipality’s capital, and These family-friendly villages lie close to Information boasts all the conveniences of a big town, yet Sønderskoven woods with walking and bridle sonderborg.dk with an intimate atmosphere. paths, great angling spots, mountain bike trails frede@moerch-pedersen. tilflytter@­sonderborg.dk and a nature school. dk City life Events In many ways, it’s a campus town, with nati- Village life Events onalities from all over the world. Come and Change has been slow here, and in Ulkebøl and Tilting-at-the-ring Street flea market discover our cafés, shops, the lively night life Vollerup there are still many fine examples of Stella Polaris or one of the many cultural and social old farmhouses. Ulkebøl features two sports Village Fête Zulu Summer Cinema networks or events taking place here, in halls housing all kinds of sporting activities, Tilting-at-the-ring Møllepark for example, or in the new ‘Multi- including gymnastics and badminton. Ulkebøl kulturhus’ (centre of art and culture, home to assembly rooms are the venue for innumerable the central library ), in our renowned concert meetings and parties, while the Ulkebøl Center hall at Alsion, at Sønderborghus or at the Art houses the library and new Multihus. Close to School in Sønderborg. During the summer, Ulkebøl is the Center Øst shopping centre with Did you know Did you know the town is buzzing with life and tourists, and supermarkets, DIY stores, a pharmacy, charity that... features highlights such as the famous Søn- shops and so on. And Sundsmark has a huge that... Denmark’s most derborg Summer Revue (theater). Explore all hall that houses Sønderborg Tennis Club. Vol- Ulkebøl church is a venue kinds of sports and creative activities while lerup has an inn with party rooms to rent, and international campus is in for concerts and singing. taking in the history of the area from its buil- there is also a modern riding school and the Sønderborg. dings and sights. Get an excellent view of the youth hostel. city and area from the Point of View in Alsik. Travel by car Travel by car Childcare, schools etc. Sønderborg: 8 min. Childcare, schools etc. Sundsmark and Ulkebøl both have kindergar- Aabenraa: 28 min. German border: 29 min. Sønderborg has all forms of childcare faci- dens, whilst Ulkebøl school (up to 9th grade) Kolding: 62 min. lities, along with international and Danish has around 600 pupils, after-school facilities Hospital: 8 min. German border: 28 min. schools. We have a business school, upper se- and a club. There are bike paths kept separate Highway: 5 min. Highway: 4 min. condary schools, trade educational program- from road traffic all the way. mes, a sports college and the university.

Page 24 Page 25 Inhabitants Brandsbøl-Lunden Dyndved Inhabitants Approx. 300 A peaceful, yet central location The place for safety and togetherness Approx. 170

Information Brandsbøl-Lunden lies in a delightful land- Dyndved lies between Sønderborg and Nord- Information scape, close to the woods, coast and lakes. borg on the island of Als. We have the luxury kontakt@brandsbol- To the south is the scenic Brandhøje and the of being able to withdraw to peace and quiet dyndvedbylaug.dk lunden.dk mysterious Brandsbøl wood, with its multitu- here, yet we are only a stone’s throw from the [email protected] de of prehistoric monuments. To the west is conveniences of the town. Guderup is only the reconstituted Bundsø lake with its rich about 0.5 km away, with everything from Events Events bird life. shops, hairdresser and pizzeria to sports club. Litter collection Fauna is rich in our picturesque village, where Markets Planting bulbs Village life the surrounding countryside consists of the Spring Cleaning sea, woods and wide-open spaces. Brandsbøl-Lunden is a model for community Lighting up the Christmas spirit. We respect and help each other. We tree are close to the major employers Danfoss and Village life LINAK, with excellent shopping facilities in Everyone greets each other in a village po- Havnbjerg. pulated by nice people who welcome new- We have a newly-planted apple orchard comers. Our community spirit is strong and Did you know Did you know consisting of old local and German varieties, we look after each other. We are proud of our that... carefully chosen as those that could have been traditions and annual events such as lighting that... Brandsbøl-Lunden is a planted here 100 years ago. up the Christmas tree, excursions and mar- Around 30-40,000 seagull The paramedic vehicle from Danfoss can be kets. Dyndved has an active business commu- great place to live for all eggs used to be collected here in just three minutes. nity with childcare, an accountancy practice, ages. a market gardening business, repair service, on the island of Katholm. Childcare, schools etc. sewer specialists, factory and farming. Travel by car There are three childminders in the area, a Travel by car private school and after-school centres in the Childcare, schools etc. Sønderborg: 22 min. Sønderborg: 17 min. nearby villages of Oksbøl and Svenstrup (4 We have ample childcare facilities, while Gu- German border: 42 min. km away), plus a German school, after-school derup has a nursing home, school (up to 9th German border: 37 min. Hospital: 21 min. centre and kindergarden in Lunden. The nea- grade), kindergarden and childminding. Hospital: 16 min. Highway: 18 min. rest municipal school and after-school centre Highway: 13 min. are in Nordborg, 5 km away.

Page 26 Page 27 Inhabitants Egen Elstrup-Elstrupskov Inhabitants Approx. 110 An oasis of peace on Als We get to know each other Approx. 200

Information Halfway between Sønderborg and Nordborg, This is an active and lively area; we know each Information behind Egen church with its historic stable, other and share our sorrows and happiness. egenbylaug.dk lies Egen. Egen is a relatively small village Age is no object here, and the area has inha- elstruplaug.dk [email protected] with around 110 inhabitants and 47 homes. bitants from every age group, which luckily [email protected] Egen is renowned for its magnificent scene- includes a lot of children. ry and stunning views over Ketting Nor and Events Events Augustenborg Fjord, where murmuration can Village life Harvest Festival Annual festivities be seen in the late summer. Time never stands still in Elstrup/Elstrup- Christmas Event skov – the 16 event committees of the village Excursions Midsummer’s Eve Village life guild make sure of that. Every season has its Community dining This is a peaceful and safe village, where we own celebration, but in between, the locals know each other well and regularly get to- enjoy community dining, coffee and a game of gether. Right in the centre of the village is the rounders. The area has a number of meeting local playground, where our own children, places and its own cultural centre in Elstrup and others, meet. We have a farming museum Mølle. This old mill is the venue for a number Did you know Did you know here, with free access for visitors. There is of intimate concerts, harvest and Christmas that... also a footpath and bike path system running markets and much more throughout the that... The area is famous for its from Egen to Dyndved, or along the scenic year. Elstrup/Elstrupskov has a number of The 55th parallel north road to Sebbelev or Egen Næs. There are two businesses, including in the service industry, church with its historic passes through Elstrup. general stores, a pharmacy and EUI − a very hairdresser, haulier, machinery contractor, church stable. active sports club with its own activity centre bricklayers, farmers and a young entrepre- and Linak Arena. neurial couple specialising in wood design Travel by car Travel by car and hand-painted porcelain. Sønderborg: 18 min. Childcare, schools etc. Sønderborg: 17 min. German border: 38 min. There are childminders, Guderup Kindergar- Childcare, schools etc. German border: 36 min. den and Nørreskov school (up to 9th grade) We have private and municipal childcare and Hospital: 17 min. Hospital: 15 min. with an after-school centre. a nature kindergarden. The school in Gude- Highway: 14 min. Highway: 13 min. rup (2 km away) can be reached by school bus or bike path.

Page 28 Page 29 Inhabitants Guderup Havnbjerg Inhabitants Approx. 2.480 The oasis on Als Everything you need – but on a smaller scale Approx. 2.300

Information Guderup is right in the centre of Als and right The name reflects the fact that the town is Information in the middle of a line drawn between Søn- built on a hill, and in fact, Havnbjerg Mølle facebook.com/ derborg and Nordborg. Along with the parish and the church stand on one of its highest havnbjerglokalforening.dk guderupbylaug of Egen, Guderup is one of the oldest villages points, at 49 m. There is a fantastic view over ­[email protected] [email protected] on the island and is still heavily dependent on the entire parish from here, including the farming, which has been its premium source woods, the sea, rolling fields, the old village Events of income for centuries. and newer neighbourhoods, Danfoss and the Events Universe Science Park. Amateur theatre Tilting-at-the-ring Village life Jazz at the church Tyrol-inspired Bierfest Surrounded by fields, Guderup is the perfect Village life Car boot sale place for families to settle and enjoy the rol- Our activity centre and parish hall are the Events in the village hall ling landscape, without being far from Søn- settings for a diverse range of leisure pursuits derborg’s workplaces and other conveniences. for all ages. Several sports are practised, along Guderup has lots to offer in the form of a with yoga, meditation, choir singing, amateur range of activities, many of them organised by theatre, ceramics, sewing and weaving. There Did you know Did you know our youth and sports club. Community spirit are also a riding school, golf course and swim- that... is strong here, as can be seen in the Guderup ming pool nearby. The Havnbjerg shopping that... The tallest sundial in running club, themed parties and our annual centre has two supermarkets, charity shop, The film “I Krig og tilting-at-the-ring festival. café and pizzeria. There are a number of busi- Europe can be found in Kærlighed” was shot at There are several supermarkets and shops, an ness enterprises in the area, creating employ- Guderup. assembly hall, a medical practice and Ny- ment opportunities. Newcomers moving here Havnbjerg Mølle. mølle Kro, an inn housed in one of the oldest can choose from a range of housing, including Travel by car buildings in town. cottages, terraced houses, detached houses or Travel by car rentals. Sønderborg: 19 min. Sønderborg: 25 min.

German border: 38 min. Childcare, schools etc. Childcare, schools etc. German border: 46 min. Hospital: 17 min. Nørreskov school (up to 9th grade) and Gude- Within a radius of 5 km is a nursery, 4 kin- Hospital: 25 min. Highway: 15 min. rup kindergarden are both in the town. dergardens, 5 schools, a library, cinema and Highway: 22 min. sports centre.

Page 30 Page 31 Inhabitants Holm Klingbjerg Inhabitants Approx. 500 Right in the eye This lovely, hilly village Approx. 60

Information Seen from above, Als resembles a lizard, This is a scenic area with lots of hills and Information with Holm as the eye and Dyvig as its mouth. plenty of opportunities for exercise. The flag holm.infoland.dk Nature has been kind to Holm. The landscape is raised at the Klingbjerg Stone on special klingbjergby.dk holm-landsbylaug@ is rolling and fertile with hills and dales, and occasions. [email protected] outlook.dk we are surrounded by the sea on three sides. Dyvig is a popular marina, and the new Dyvig Village life Events Badehotel – built in period style – is a mag- The Annual General Meeting is called in April, Lighting up the Christmas Events net for tourists. The harbour receives over followed by spring cleaning and concluded HAT theatre 5,000 boats every year, bringing up to 20,000 with a BBQ and time spent together. We held tree tourists to the area. Excursions and Easter Midsummer’s Eve this year on the village Spring cleaning with BBQ green for the first time this year, and will do so exhibition Village Fête Village life again. Football Cup Holm boasts a wealth of clubs, including such The Village Fête is held in August, with tilting- for knitting, socialising, cooking, sailing, at-the-ring on tractors and bikes, games for rowing and wine tasting. We arrange commu- adults and children, with communal dining Did you know Did you know nal dining for the entire village every other in the orchard shed. On the Friday before the that... month. Glimpses of the past can be seen at first Sunday in Advent, we light the Christmas that... Holm has Jollmandsgård, Jollmands Gaard, a farm dating from 1790, tree by the Klingbjerg Stone. We use the event The trees we have planted and from the Hjortspring Boat, a reconstruc- to wish each other a merry Christmas, as we the Hjortspring Boat and are all fruit trees that ted war canoe from around 350 BC. do not see so much of each other during the Marina Dyvig. Holm has its own culture centre for events winter. We find that such activities give us a everyone may pick a bite and gatherings, along with a range of com- feeling of belonging to the village community. of. Travel by car panies, including a sausage-maker and a vineyard, active farms and a growing interest Childcare, schools etc. Sønderborg: 31 min. Travel by car in tourism. There are kindergardens in Stevning or in German border: 51 min. Guderup. A private school is located in Sven- Sønderborg: 21 min. Hospital: 30 min. Childcare, schools etc. strup, approx. 1 km from Klingbjerg, where German border: 41 min. Highway: 27 min. There are public and private schools in Nord- there is also childcare. Guderup School and Hospital: 21 min. borg. Both offer after-school care. after-school centre are 4 km away. Highway: 18 min.

Page 32 Page 33 Inhabitants Lavensby Nordborg Inhabitants Approx. 930 A little spot I love Part of Northern Als’ Nature and Activity Park Approx. 5.890

Information Lavensby is referred to in written records Nordborg is Sønderborg Municipality’s se- Information from 1245 as Langsio. The village is ideally cond-biggest town, nestling in magnificent lavensby.infoland.dk located between workplaces and shops, with countryside. It contains all the facilities you visitnordborg.dk [email protected]. a golf course, swimming pool, sports hall and can expect in a relaxed atmosphere and only a [email protected] dk football pitches nearby. The area has active short distance from the two biggest employers clubs and associations, including theatre, mu- in the municipality: Danfoss and Linak. Events sic and art, while the surrounding countryside Events offers peace and quiet, footpaths, a marina City life Markets Tilting-at-the-ring festival and angling. Nordborg is where you can find a flourishing Nord-Als Music Festival Tractor Tilting-at-the-ring business community with specialist shops, Village fêtes Village life hotels, cafés and a number of supermarkets. Village Fête Lavensby consists of around 150 homes, with Whether you want to rent or own, there are pensioners accounting for just under half, properties for all tastes, and right outside the fortunately they are active pensioners! The door is a wonderful scenery, with lakes, woods village has a variety of businesses, including and beaches. Nordborg is home to the muni- Did you know Did you know farms, a building contractor, industry, taxi cipality’s biggest sports centre, with its own that... company, a chicken farm, camping site and indoor swimming pool. There is a warm water that... Lavensby is centrally- holiday home letting. The health clinic in pool, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, Nordborg Castle is the Nordborg has several medical practices, along shooting ranges, riding halls etc. You can also located between oldest on the island of Als. with physiotherapy, foot therapy and a psy- visit the Universe Sciense Park, or one of the workplaces and shopping. chology practice. many other sights. The Universe Science Park is close to Lavens- If heading for Jutland, the Northern Als ferry Travel by car Travel by car by. This is a place where adults and children from Hardeshøj to Ballebro offers an excellent Sønderborg: 28 min. alike can learn the background to the laws of shortcut. Sønderborg: 26 min. German border: 48 min. nature in practice. German border: 45 min. Childcare, schools etc. Hospital: 27 min. Hospital: 25 min. Childcare, schools etc. All forms of childcare are available in the town Highway: 24 min. Highway: 22 min. Schools, after-school centre and a boarding along with public and private schools. school are all within a radius of 2 km.

Page 34 Page 35 Inhabitants Oksbøl Pøl-Augustenhof-Købingsmark­ Inhabitants Approx. 750 A string of pearls Nature at its best Approx. 300

Information The parish of Oksbøl consists of four small vil- The three areas of Northern Als offer open lages: Oksbøl, Broballe, Mjels and Hardeshøj, landscapes, long beaches, charming villages, oksboel.dk all nestling between lakes, woods and the sea. a holiday home area, active farms and pic- Information [email protected] No less than three restored lakes lie within a turesque properties. Yet there is just 4 km to pak.landsbylaug.dk radius of 5 km: Oldenor, Mjelssø and Bundsø. Nordborg’s shops, health clinic, sports centre kontakt@nordals- A pump house can be seen by Mjelssø, classed and library. Events landsbylaug-pak.dk as a cultural monument. Within the same ra- Ditch-cleaning dius is the Oksbøl Wood tree-planting project. Village life Soup evenings The village guild consists of three committees, Events Sing-along Village life all of which have history and our stunning sce- Summer Fête We relax in the summer on the child-friendly nery as a theme, and with the aim of fulfilling Spring Cleaning Lusig beach, with its own pier and floating the objective of “the good life in the country”. pontoon. From there, we can see Bitten, the Pøl has fine, old farms, a vibrant village com- Christmas events Northern Als ferry, sailing to the mainland munity and a unique tractor museum with over from Hardeshøj, a trip that takes just eight 200 different veteran tractors and farming ma- Did you know Did you know minutes. We also enjoy a rich community of chines. There is also an airfield here. Among that... clubs and associations including motorbike the huge farms and the detached houses of that... The Oksbøl Wood project club MC-kæden, the Poseidon diver’s club, Augustenhof is the only camping side in the Pøl has its own airfield Broballe Sports Association, Oksbøl parish area, and the renowned Nordborg lighthouse. created 150 ha of new and the biggest tractor association and the Æ choir. For shopping, a Købingsmark contains a holiday home area, woodland in 2018. visit to the doctor, library or to swim, we go to camping site and one of the best beaches on museum in northern Nordborg, just 4 km away. The church is also Als, including access for wheelchair users and Europe. Travel by car a popular meeting place. facilities used by winter bathers. Sønderborg: 25 min. Travel by car Childcare, schools etc. Childcare, schools etc. German border: 45 min. We have the well-established Oksbøl private There are childminders in the area, schools Sønderborg: 32 min. Hospital: 24 min. school with its own after-school centre and its and daycare institution in Nordborg. The German border: 52 min. Highway: 21 min. support organisation, Lokale Dagplejere. PAK-Haven park is located on Fejøvej, with Hospital: 31 min. shelters, grill facilities and a football pitch. Highway: 28 min.

Page 36 Page 37 Inhabitants Stevning Stolbro-Stolbrolykke Inhabitants Approx. 510 A vibrant village A great place to live Approx. 160

Information Stevning is a village with a lot to offer. Kinder- Stolbro is a genuine village (with around 50 Information garden, two farm shops, various contractors houses) with a complete range of ages. stevning.dk and a rich community spirit. In the centre Everyone knows each other by their first stolbro.infoland.dk stevninglandsbylaug@ is the Stevning cultural centre next to the name, and the inhabitants take collective bestyrelsen@stolbro. gmail.com Hjortspring children’s centre, where the vil- responsibility for the activities and facilities to infoland.dk lage children can play on the playground and be found in this scenic location on the banks football pitch. of Augustenborg Fjord. Events Events Midsummer’s Eve Village life Village life Summer Fête Stevning Music Festival The cultural centre arranges a host of activi- Stolbro has an active village guild, which Tilting-at-the-ring ties, including a Sunday café, PC courses, pe- arranges communal dining, sing-along Dilettant (revue) Community dining tanque, line dancing and a food club. There is evenings, lectures, Midsummer’s Eve bonfire, also badminton, card games and gymnastics a summer fête, Tractor tilting-at-the-ring, organised by Stevning sports club. Recurring Octoberfest, Christmas market and an an- events include Stevning Music Festival held nual activity day to tidy up the village for the Did you know Did you know on the first Saturday in June, Midsummer’s spring. that... Eve, Twelfth Night, Fastelavn (Carnival), the It still has the original mixture of active busi- that... The local newspaper Dilettant revue, tilting-at-the-ring with lunch, nesses, farming and homes, which all contri- Stolbro hunting club has bike rides and Christmas tree party. All such bute to a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere. A “Rundt om Stevning” is its own premises. activities are announced in the local newspa- culture that is infectious, involving everybody published every other per, published every other month and distri- and creating a level of activity demonstrated month. buted to all households, and online. by genuine villagers. Travel by car Sønderborg: 19 min. Childcare, schools etc. Childcare, schools etc. Travel by car German border: 39 min. The village has its own kindergarden. School Kindergardens, schools and shops are all avai- Sønderborg: 19 min. and after-school facilities are all found in Gu- lable within a radius of 2 km. The school bus Hospital: 18 min. German border: 39 min. derup (3 km away). stops at several places in the village. There are Highway: 15 min. Hospital: 18 min. lots of opportunities for walking and cycling along the narrow roads and countryside trails. Highway: 15 min.

Page 38 Page 39 Inhabitants Svenstrup Østerholm Inhabitants Approx. 690 Classic local village with a difference The village with lots of guilds Approx. 100

Information Svenstrup lies in the middle of magnificent Østerholm is a small village nestling snugly in Information countryside just a few kilometres from two a hilly landscape alongside Nørreskoven. It’s svenstrupnordals.dk of Denmark’s biggest industrial companies, almost in a little pocket of the woods, with an oesterholm.infoland.dk kontakt@svenstrup- Danfoss and Linak. No matter what your size, idyllic charm and a sense of being undistur- kontakt@østerholm.dk nordals.dk there’s a place for you in Svenstrup, a place that bed by time. Østerholm is the perfect village has succeeded in retaining the reassurance of for anyone who is passionate about communi- Events village life, whilst still ensuring progress. And ty spirit. Events the educational facilities, cafés and shops of Beach clean-up Tilting-at-the-ring Sønderborg are just a 15 minutes’ drive away. Village life Communal barbecue in Community dining A high level of local engagement with strong Fjordmosen Village life ties between the residents is prevalent here, Week 42 event We have our own youth club, riding club, til- with almost everyone taking part in the many ting-at-the-ring club, shooting club, fire stati- guild activities. These include the Nørreskov on etc., complemented by cultural activities in grazing guild, an apple guild, Østerholm and the form of museums, village hall and church. area wastewater guild, a pier guild and other, Did you know Did you know There are four small businesses in the imme- minor guilds. Midsummer’s Eve is marked that... diate area, which include Bed & Breakfast and every year with a torchlight parade through that... Svenstrup has a museum a car repair workshop. The countryside is all the woods to Fjordmosen, and the village and Østerholm has a ruined around us, with excellent bike trails, mea- Christmas fêtes are also annual events. There specialising in stone castle and its own pier for ning a high quality of life is freely available in is generally no event too small for a good implements. Svenstrup. get-together. swimming.

Travel by car Childcare, schools etc. Childcare, schools etc. Travel by car A group of parents founded the Svenstrup The nearest school is Midtals private school Sønderborg: 21 min. Sønderborg: 20 min. private school (up to 9th grade) − a private for children up to 8th grade, and with its own German border: 40 min. school going from strength-to-strength. Buses after-school centre. There are public schools German border: 40 min. Hospital: 19 min. to Sønderborg’s educational institutions run in Guderup and Fynshav, where there is also Hospital: 19 min. Highway: 17 min. several times an hour, and we have childmin- a youth club, sports club and a selection of Highway: 17 min. ders here in the village for the youngest. childminders.

Page 40 Page 41 Inhabitants Asserballe Augustenborg Inhabitants Approx. 730 Everyone pulls together in Asserballe For you and your family Approx. 3.260

Information The village of Asserballe lies at the highest Everything within easy reach: schools and Information point on Als, “Høgebjerg”. At a height of 85 daycare, pharmacy, shops, activity and cul- kontakt@asserballe. metres, the view all the way to the island tural centres, a large, modern centre for the augustenborg.dk infoland.dk Funen is simply fantastic when the weather is elderly, lots of bike and footpaths for rapid, [email protected] clear. safe access to the water, the woods, shops, Asserballe lies in a historical area and has a school and sport. Events Events crucifix-shaped church. Twelfth Night City life Revue, concerts and parties Midsummer’s Eve Village life Are you interested in history, art, nature and in the Augustenborg Halls 2-day summer fête Its cultural legacy is reflected in the wide sport? We have one of Denmark’s most beauti- Art exhibitions range of leisure pursuits on offer here. These ful Baroque castles, impressive art galleries, include table tennis, tennis, badminton, folk a wealth of listed buildings, one of the few dancing and theatre. Activities for the chil- Green Sport Facility-certified sports centres dren include a Friday club, whilst villagers in the country, with halls, cultural salon and over the age of 50 can meet up in the Tuesday fitness centre, stadium, football pitches and Did you know Did you know club. We celebrate Twelfth Night, Midsum- futsal court. In fact, there are over 40 different that... mer’s Eve and Fastelavn (Carnival), and orga- clubs and associations, offering everything that... The home of Danish nise our own late summer fête, lighting up the from skittles to krolf, rowing to riding, water- The Duke of Augustenborg Christmas tree on the first Sunday in Advent skiing to winter bathing. author Herman Bang is had the finest collection and a two-day summer fête. The community spirit is king in everything we in Asserballe, where he do. We support history, art, culture, clubs and of horses in northern wrote “Tine”. Childcare, schools etc. associations, the community, family, net- Europe. The two communal schools closed in 1969 works, and most of all, each other. Travel by car due to the new Fryndesholm School built in Travel by car Fynshav. School buses take the kids to the Childcare, schools etc. Sønderborg: 17 min. 5-km near school and back. Many prefer to We have childminders, a nursery (open until 6 Sønderborg: 13 min. German border: 37 min. cycle – since with the new excellent bike path, pm), three kindergardens and Augustenborg German border: 32 min. Hospital: 16 min. also the youngest can cycle to school on their School (up to 9th grade). Hospital: 12 min. own. Highway: 13 min. Highway: 9 min.

Page 42 Page 43 Inhabitants Fynshav Hundslev-Almsted-Notmark Inhabitants Approx. 830 The pearl of the East Coast Together we’re strong Approx. 790

Information Fynshav is a delightful holiday home area with Hundslev-Almsted-Notmark is an active Information activities for tourists and locals all year round. group of villages with a caring community. fynshav.dk This is a place where you can live in lovely Whether your interests lie in motorbikes, Ber- hannyt.dk [email protected] surroundings with easy access to the islands ner Sennen dogs, krolf or handicrafts, there is [email protected] Ærø or Funen by ferry. something for you in this area. All three villa- ges are in the centre of Als with buses to the Events Events Village life larger towns, and linked to Guderup, Fynshav Garden Fête Easter lunch The supermarket is the focal point of the and Augustenborg via bike paths. Octoberfest village, with regular events such as a knitting Monthly communal dining Wine/gourmet evening café, flea market and Christmas event. In the Village life Christmas event summer, there is a lot of activity at the mari- Hundslev-Almsted-Notmark are three close- na, the camping sites and on the sandy Blue ly-linked villages, surrounded by pristine coun- Flag beach. The surrounding countryside is tryside. We organise communal dining once perfect for outdoor pursuits such as hiking a month over a period of 9 months. We meet in the Nørreskov woods or on the Als trail. every week for krolf, handicrafts or in the book Did you know Did you know ’Diamanten’ (the diamond, Fryndesholm Hall) club. There is a Friday club for schoolchildren that... is the sporting and cultural hub, with a host of during the winter months. Notmark church is that... There are daily ferries to activities, clubs and associations. You can rent full of life, with concerts, talks, children’s ser- The famous poet Martin a boat for a trip out on the water and some vices, services in the local dialect, mini pilgrim the islands Funen and N. Hansen is from truly great fishing areas. trails, mini-confirmations and vibrant church Ærø from Fynshav. services provided by our highly active priest. Hundslev and is buried in Childcare, schools etc. Notmark. Travel by car Fynshav is home to Fryndesholm School and Childcare, schools etc. Børneunivers (childcare up to the end of 6th There are childminders in the area, a kinder- Sønderborg: 19 min. Travel by car grade). The EPOS after-school centre is in the garden in Asserballe, daycare institutions in German border: 39 min. centre of town. Fynshav and Augustenborg, a school in Fyns- Sønderborg: 17 min. Hospital: 19 min. hav and a private school in Helved. Both have German border: 37 min. Highway: 15 min. after-schools facilities. Hospital: 16 min. Highway: 13 min.

Page 44 Page 45 Inhabitants Ketting Kettingskov Inhabitants Approx. 290 A historic village Woods, the sea, hills and room to be yourself Approx. 130

Information Ketting is a small village in the middle of Als, Ketting woods is a rural area with relatively Information between Sønderborg and Nordborg. We are spread habitation, along with holiday home ketting.infoland.dk proud of the area’s cultural monuments and areas. It surrounds Blommeskobbel wood and kettingskov.eu [email protected] special history with its roots in the Viking pe- extends down to the Little Belt, where there is [email protected] riod. The past has left its mark on the village safe bathing on the beach. The Naturstien and with its Bispegaarden (bishop’s residence), Alsstien footpaths pass through our area. Events Events Viking grave and the many listed buildings. Twelfth Night Village life Annual summer fête New Year’s Eve singing at the Village life The area is renowned for its neighbourliness. Annual General Meeting church door We chat on the streets of Ketting when we We know each other and enjoy each other’s meet each other. The year sees an extensive company. Livestock can be kept at many of Summer Fête range of activities going on, such as commu- the properties here. Within a radius of 5 km, nal breakfasts, Midsummer’s Eve, Annual there are two marinas. There are also plenty General Meeting with dinner afterwards, bike of opportunities for pursuing the outdoor life rides, lantern event, summer fête and lighting in the sport and cultural centre, ‘Diamanten i Did you know Did you know the Christmas tree. We have several football Fynshav’, as well as arts and culture experien- that... pitches used by division players and a club- ces in Augustenborg. that... Ketting pre-dates the house for the use of the village guild, clubs One of the biggest and associations. Vikings. Childcare, schools etc. barrows is to be found Ketting has its very own tradition to celebrate Fryndesholm school and Børneuniverset with in the Blommeskobbel Twelfth Night, when the villagers dress up and childminding right up to 6th grade are located Travel by car wear masks. Small shot drinks are handed out in Fynshav, easily reached along the school woods. Sønderborg: 14 min. when the giver has to guess who’s behind the road via bike paths or school bus. The school masks. There are several small businesses, is an exceptionally good public school. The German border: 33 min. Travel by car including home furnishings and contractors. EPOS boarding school is also located in Fyns- Hospital: 13 min. hav, where there is also a supermarket. Sønderborg: 20 min. Highway: 10 min. Childcare, schools etc. German border: 47 min. Childcare, schools and after-school facilities Hospital: 19 min. are all found in Augustenborg (3 km away). Highway: 19 min.

Page 46 Page 47 Inhabitants Sebbelev Høruphav/Hørup/Kirke Hørup Inhabitants Approx. 240 Intimacy, peace and quiet − we help each other Beautiful and historic Approx. 2.910

Information Sebbelev is a charming, quiet village with Høruphav is a former fishing port and lies Information 41 homes, of which 11 are former farms and amid beautiful scenery with woods and beach [email protected]. there are three farms still in use. The village is on the Gendarme Path. Over the years, it [email protected] dk close to the beach and woods, with just a short has merged with its neighbouring villages of distance to the shops, schools, clinics and Hørup and Kirke Hørup. The focal point is the Events sports facilities in Augustenborg. picturesque harbour, which is particularly Events Midsummer’s Eve busy in the summer, when visitors come to Carnival Village life fish, sail or row. There is also a playground Tilting-at-the-ring Whitsun morning walk Sebbelev has village life well under control. and pier for sea bathing. Midsummer’s Eve We have been keeping records of births, deaths, property transactions, sowing times, Village life harvest start, corn prices, extreme weather The villages have plenty in the way of shop- events etc. since 1836 at the annual Cand- ping for groceries, hairdressers, a glass lemass meeting. There has been a consi- studio, DIY market, inn and clothes shop. derable change in the population in recent The newly-renovated Hotel Baltic also brings Did you know Did you know times, resulting in a large proportion of young many guests to the village. The sports club that... families at the moment. Girls growing up in also has a huge range of activities for adults that... Records have been kept of the village often move back once they start a and children, often held in the Hørup Halls. Hotel Baltic, recently family. No less than six are back at the time The tastefully-restored “Knøs Gård” acts as everything that happens renovated to become a of writing. The village is also home to a num- the area’s cultural centre with lots of activities in Sebbelev since 1840. ber of self-employed businesses, including and the library. The local clubs and associ- gourmet restaurant, is in a plumber, joiner, carpenter, metalworkers, ations are also highly active, including the Høruphav. Travel by car masseur, chiropodist, Christmas tree grower, Scouts. sewer contractor and a mini-machinery hire Sønderborg: 16 min. Travel by car business. Childcare, schools etc. German border: 36 min. Hørup Central school (up to 9th grade) is here Sønderborg: 14 min. Hospital: 15 min. Childcare, schools etc. in town, and there are three kindergardens, German border: 34 min. Highway: 12 min. Daycare, schools and after-school facilities are after-school centre, pharmacy, nursing home, Hospital: 13 min. all found in Augustenborg (3 km away). medical and dental practices. Highway: 11 min.

Page 48 Page 49 Inhabitants Kegnæs Lysabild Inhabitants Approx. 560 Closeness − far from the hustle and bustle An active local community Approx. 760

Information The stars in the night sky can be clearly seen Lysabild is in the perfect location in southern Information on the peninsula of Kegnæs. And it’s com- Als with easy access to the sea, beach, woods kegnaes.infoland.dk pletely and utterly quiet here. There is no and a wealth of activities. The area is par- lysabild-sydals.dk [email protected] intrusive rumble from the motorway in the ticularly attractive to young families. We have [email protected] background. Visitors often feel completely a car share scheme, church, inn, childmin- overwhelmed by the quiet and the stunning ding, kindergarden, school, scout hut, tennis Events Events scenery. court and sports club with excellent facilities. Summer Fête Community dining Private school garage sale Village life Village life Village market Flea market Around 600 people currently live on the Lysabild is an attractive village with an active peninsula, which is surrounded by excellent local community. The focal point is here Lysa- beaches for fishing, bathing and surfing. Keg- bild Børneunivers, which runs childminding, næs is visited frequently by anglers, surfers, kindergarden, after-school centre, music ornithologists and other nature lovers. The school and a junior club. Communal dining is island’s spaciousness and quality of light organised in “Åben school” every Thursday Did you know Did you know reflected from the water give artists perfect from October to April, with an average of 100 that... conditions. That’s why Kegnæs has so many participants every time. The village has plenty that... Conditions are perfect for galleries and exhibitions. of clubs and associations for adults and chil- The parish of Lysabild Clubs and associations flourish here, with a dren. You can go to football, athletics, gymna- kitesurfers at Kegnæs. is southern Denmark’s village hall and even a scout hut with the most stics, tennis, running, cycling and the Scouts. amazing location. Kegnæs is highly progressi- A village market is held annually in Septem- second-biggest tourist Travel by car ve, with activities for locals and tourists alike, ber, which simply bustles with life around the destination area. Sønderborg: 27 min. and with local industry in growth. stalls, with music, fun and activities. German border: 48 min. Transporttid i bil Childcare, schools etc. Childcare, schools etc. Hospital: 27 min. Kegnæs private school (up to 9th grade) is Lysabild Børneunivers houses kindergarden, Sønderborg: 20 min. Highway: 24 min. located in scenic surroundings and has the school (up to 6th grade) and after-school cen- German border: 40 min. world’s best staff who engage with every child. tre, allowing the children to make friends for Hospital: 19 min. life. Local childminders meet weekly. Highway: 16 min.

Page 50 Page 51 Inhabitants Mommark Skovby Inhabitants Approx. 180 Mommark in development What a great holiday Approx. 600

Information Mommark is a small harbour village on the Skovby is an area enjoying tremendous Information eastern side of Als. Peace and quiet, the sce- growth. The village has a large, newly-reno- mommark.infoland.dk nery and Mommark’s location all combine to vated supermarket, inn and bakery, and we skovby.infoland.dk kontakt@mommark- calm the most troubled soul throughout the work extremely well with the five other village [email protected] landsby.dk year. guilds in the south of Als. One of our objecti- ves is to ensure the region becomes the best Events Village life within coastal tourism in the country. And we Skovby By Night Events The population in Mommark has attained a are well on the way. Events organised by the healthy balance of young and old living si- Skovby Blues village guild de-by-side. The focal point for village activi- Village life Tilting-at-the-ring ties is Mommark Marina, with its ice cream Local businesses provide unwavering support Concerts and grill bar, restaurant, boat hire, boat trips, for anything happening in the village. Groups Garden Fête Blue Flag beach and fishing boats often selling are set up for various events such as ’Skovby their catch directly from the deck. Along with By Night’ or different markets. An association the many holiday homes, the marina attracts has brought the ‘Siloerne’ to live, which is a Did you know Did you know a lot of tourists to the village. Mommark works cultural centre under development. So far, ‘Si- that... extremely closely with the other village guilds. loerne’ has been in Skovby for a year, and with that... There is always a harbour Participation is proactive and we support the village’s good ties, it will work out very Skovby is lively for most of each other’s activities. well. ‘Siloerne’ has space for all sorts of initia- fête held in Mommark the summer, but peaceful tives, for example concerts. The whole village on the first weekend in Childcare, schools etc. can contribute with ideas for the cultural cen- and quiet in the winter. August. Business College Syd has a branch in the town ter and get help to bring them to fruition. and contributes to village life here. Lysabild Transporttid i bil Børneunivers and private school are located Childcare, schools etc. Travel by car Sønderborg: 20 min. in Tandslet, just 5 km away, where childmin- Lysabild Børneunivers looks after the village Sønderborg: 22 min. ding is also available. children from kindergarden up to 6th grade. German border: 38 min. German border: 42 min. Hørup school then takes over. Sønderborg’s Hospital: 18 min. Hospital: 21 min. further education facilities are just a 20-mi- Highway: 15 min. nute drive by car. Highway: 18 min.

Page 52 Page 53 Inhabitants Tandslet Newcomer Service Sønderborg Approx. 950 The way to the countryside and beaches Newcomer Service Sønderborg is available to anyone moving to Information Tandslet is close to all that nature has to offer the area. We are here to help and provide you with information, for in the way of outdoor activities, a vibrant com- example about: tandslet.dk munity and a series of musical events. [email protected] • housing opportunities in the municipality Village life • kindergardens, schools and after-school care • culture and leisure pursuits in the municipality Events The village has a range of shops right in its centre, including a general store, bakery, • social networks Tilting-at-the-ring pizzeria, hairdresser and health clinic. There • jobs and voluntary work Carnival is also a building company and a joiner in the • PartnerJob – accompanying spouses and partners to find work • events held especially for newcomers Musical events village. Art and musical events take place in “Bittens Bank”, the old transformer tower, or outdoors. Building plots are for sale in two Read more on sonderborg.dk/en/newcomer new neighbourhoods linked to the original part of the village along the main road from Sønderborg to Mommark, which also has a Did you know bike path along its full length. Sydals Hall Welcome ambassadors – here to that... hosts handball, gymnastics, skittles, badmin- There are two nature ton, football and e-sports indoors, and tennis welcome newcomers on two outdoor courts. There are two country playgrounds in Janny Pedersen is one of three welcome ambas- good use of, spee- trails totalling 4.5 km and signposted bridle sadors in Avnbøl-Ullerup. ding the process of Tandsholm woods. paths. When she visits the new villagers, she brings a making contact with the welcome pack including local information, gift local community. Travel by car Childcare, schools etc. voucher for the local shops, free membership of We have private and municipal childmin- Sønderborg: 18 min. local clubs and associations and an invitation to Many villages in Sønderborg Municipality have ders, a nature kindergarden, Tandslet private the next communal dining. such ambassadors who can be contacted via the German border: 37 min. school (up to 9th grade), after-school centre Over the last year, Janny and her two colleagues village email address, .which can be found on Hospital: 17 min. and two areas with senior homes. have welcomed 25 newcomers, all of whom have the pages of the respective cities. Highway: 14 min. been delighted with the warm reception they have received. The free offers have been made

Page 54 Page 55 Newcomer Service Sonderborg Rådhustorvet 7, 1st floor DK 6400 Sonderborg T: +45 27 90 74 68 E: [email protected] sonderborg.dk/en/newcomer

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