Gilleleje self catering holidays, Denmark A charming coastal town set on the coast of northern Sealand, Denmark

Gilleleje is a perfect location to rent a villa for those seeking peace and quiet on their holiday. Gilleleje is a peaceful, seaside town located on the northernmost point in the northern region of Sealand. The charming town of Gilleleje is a must see with rich history, stunning colourful architecture and pretty harbour, it makes for a great base to explore the local area and has much to offer all year round. Here you can find nature at its very best, a beautiful coastline home to several prestine beaches and some of the best in Denmark. It has become an oasis for nature lovers, surrounded by stunning countryside it is the perfect destination for hiking and biking.

Well known for its beaches, sandy Gilleleje Veststrand beach and Strandbakkerne beach are very a popular destinations with plenty of watersports to chose from, as well as swimming & sunbathing. As well as outdoor activities there are many places of interest, Gilleleje's harbour played a important part during the Second World War in the rescue of many Danish Jews, you can learn about it in the towns museum along with it's interesting fishing industry history. Gilleleje is 60 km from Copenhagen and is easy to reach either by train or car.

At a glance...
Restaurants 10+
Water sports
Coastal walks
Beautiful beaches
Countryside
Hiking
Car recommended
Nearest beach Gilleleje Veststrand
Nearest airport Copenhagen (60 km)
Nearest train station Gilleleje

Things to see & do in Gilleleje

Gilleleje is a perfect destination for enjoying watersports and appreciating the stunning natural beauty this area has to offer.

A few suggestions...
Gilleleje Museum
Gilleleje Harbour
Windsurfing & kitesurfing
Boat tour of the coastline
Visit one of the local markets
Hiking & biking around many of the nearby nature reserves
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Our view on holidays in Gilleleje

Gilleleje is a wonderful place to rent a self catering holiday home if you are looking for a quiet get away, with wilderness galore and stunning natural scenery. Gilleleje is a perfect place to relax and unwind, there is delicious seafood to enjoy, as well as a good choice of other restaurants and bars.