Hammershus Castle Ruins — Attraction in Bornholms Regionskommune

Hammershus is a medieval castle ruin and it is the most popular attraction on Bornholm. You have to pay to park, but entering the visitor centre or the castle ruins is completely free. There is an interesting exhibition, souvenirs and a great lunch restaurant in the visitor centre and you can make great pictures on top of the panoramic deck. If you visit Hammershus when the visitor centre is open, you can walk through the visitor centre towards the castle which is a shorter walk, but if you come when it is closed you have to walk all the way around the visitor centre. Walking uphill towards the castle ruins is quite a workout and it is possible, but not recommended to do this with a stroller or buggy. There are parts that are gravel and or big rocks on the road up the hill. Hammershus is busy during the daytime in the summer holidays, but a lot quieter in the early morning and evening. There are free and clean toilets inside the visitor centre and there is a bus/handicap parking lot a lot closer to the visitor centre. Other than that Hammershus has an amazing history and many stories to unravel. Definitely a must see when you...

This is an awesome remnant of history and an amazing place to explore! Breathtaking views of the surrounding sea! Located on the island of Bornholm in the middle of the Baltic Sea, this island is owned by Denmark, but has changed hands many times through the ages. The castle was erected in the 1200’s. It played an important part in the struggles and wars which took place in the middle ages in Europe. This is where a Danish princess, Leonora Christina Christiansdatter, daughter of King Christian IV of Denmark and wife of Steward of the Realm, the traitor Count Corfitz Ulfeldt were imprisoned under very harsh conditions from 1660-1661. The castle was deserted in 1745 and allowed to fall into decay.

This is a must-see if you visit the island. The fortress is open all year and has no entrance fee, but beware of the parking requirement, it’s easy to miss and...

Impressive castle ruins and stunning surroundings. I love this location and have been there several times over the years. I like to imagine the people who populated this old fortress in the past and you can go for nice walks in the surroundings. The scenery is simply stunning, at least on three sides of the castle.

Unfortunately, they've built up a massive souvenir shop on one side of the castle where they sell plastic trolls and Christmas decorations (in September). They also have toilets and coffee machines there. The building is a bit of an eyesore, but I suppose they needed the extra money because entrance to the castle is free.

I would have liked to go on a guided tour, but there's only one a week.

Overall, it's a lovely location and well...