Historical experiences, idyllic surroundings, stunning scenery and hidden treasures. Mariager offers many different experiences – all within walking distance.
Experiences in Mariager
Mariager and surrounding area
The experiences in Mariager and the surrounding area are wide-ranging – dive into the historic town or explore the surrounding nature.
Take a boat trip with the Swan on Mariager Fjord or catch a ride on the Veteran Train. All within walking distance of the campsite – Map of Mariager.
In Mariager there are many good shopping opportunities with daily commodity shops and specialty stores, as well as several good eateries – cafe and restaurants.
Hotel Postgaarden | Café Salt | Resturant A´porta |
More good eateries in the area
Hvidsten Kro | Davinci Ristorante | Resturant Uafhængig | Bies Bryghus |
Top 10 sights in Mariager – and there are many more
Discover Viking History in the Mariager neighbourhood
Mariager and the surrounding area is rich in history, and one of the most fascinating chapters comes from the Viking Age. The area was home to Vikings who left their mark on the landscape – from burial mounds and rune stones to impressive fortifications.
One of the main attractions near Mariager Camping is the Viking castle Fyrkat, just a 20-minute drive away. Fyrkat is one of the five known Danish ring forts from the time of Harald Bluetooth (around 980 AD) and provides a unique insight into Viking life. Here you can experience reconstructed longhouses, participate in exciting activities and get a sense of how the Vikings lived over 1,000 years ago.
Read more about Fyrkat HERE
For history buffs, the area also offers other exciting finds and historical experiences, including Mariager Fjord, which was an important trade route for the Vikings. Many archaeological finds bear witness to a time when ships sailed the fjord and trade and warfare were part of everyday life.
When you stay at Mariager Camping, you have the perfect base to combine relaxation in scenic surroundings with a journey back to the world of the Vikings. Visit Fyrkat, dive into the mysteries of the past and feel the wings of history
Mariager Abbey Church and Monastery
A visit to Mariager should also include a visit to the town’s magnificent Klosterkirke. It is an impressive sight – seen from the outside as well as from the inside.
As soon as you arrive in Mariager, you’ll see the church’s tower towering above the tall trees. The impressive church is beautifully and picturesquely surrounded by a small lake, majestically tall trees and the beautiful remains of what was once an impressive monastery. Together they bear witness to Mariager’s historic heyday.
The church is open from sunrise to sunset – Church of Mariager
