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Half Bornholm Coast Trail

Name: Half Bornholm Coast Trail
Brand: Bookatrekking
Price: 372.00 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (1611 reviews)

Duration: 6 days

Trails: T2 trails

Distance: 15 - 20 km per day

Ascent per day: 0 - 250 m ascent per day

Overview
Itinerary
What's Included
FAQ

> Hike the northern half of the Bornholm Coast Trail in 6 days
> Experience dramatic cliffs, charming coastal towns, and forested trails
> Accommodation before and after in Rønne included

The northern coast of Bornholm is where the drama lives steep granite cliffs, fairytale fishing villages, and pine forests that lead straight to the sea. This half-route trek brings you the best of Bornholm without walking the full circle. Think: Gudhjem’s harbor cafés, the medieval ruins of Hammershus, and coastal paths you’ll have mostly to yourself.

This 6-day version is ideal for intermediate hikers with limited time who still want the full Bornholm feel. Starting in Rønne and ending in Svaneke, you’ll pass through Hasle, Allinge-Sandvig, and Gudhjem. We’ve included accommodation before and after, so you can show up, walk, and unwind.

Itinerary

Day

Arrival Day

Welcome to Bornholm Denmark’s rocky pearl in the Baltic Sea. After arrival, you settle into your hotel in the island’s main town, Rønne. It’s a place of half-timbered houses, old cobbled alleys, and a lively harbor. Spend the afternoon soaking up the town’s relaxed pace. Visit the beach, walk the waterfront, or grab a table at a local café. Tonight, you sleep by the sea, with the sound of waves marking the start of your coastal trek adventure.

Day

Rønne-Hasle

Duration: 02:55 h

Distance: 11.2 km

Ascent: 50 m

Descent: 50 m

Your hike begins through pine forests and soft sandy trails just north of Rønne. The route follows the western coast along peaceful woodland in Blykobbe Plantage, where trees whisper and birds flit through the canopy. You walk past hidden beaches and gentle cliffs until Hasle appears a quiet harbor town where fishing and smoking herring are still a way of life. Make time to visit the old smokehouses and enjoy your first taste of Bornholm’s culinary heritage. It’s a mellow first stage to ease into the rhythm of the island.

Day

Hasle - Allinge-Sandvig

Duration: 05:00 h

Distance: 18.2 km

Ascent: 190 m

Descent: 210 m

Today the coastline gets wilder. After leaving Hasle, you pass through rugged rock formations and sleepy fishing villages like Helligpeder and Teglkås. The terrain becomes steeper as you approach Jons Kapel, a dramatic sea cliff wrapped in Viking myths. Granite dominates the landscape here, and the views over the Baltic are spectacular. You finish the day in Sandvig, nestled between cliffs and the sea. Its little harbor and sandy bay offer a peaceful place to unwind. You’ll feel like you’ve earned your dinner today.

Day

Allinge-Sandvig - Gudhjem

Duration: 04:50 h

Distance: 18.6 km

Ascent: 140 m

Descent: 140 m

Fuel up this stage is a Bornholm highlight. From Sandvig, you cross Hammeren, the island’s northernmost rocky plateau, with panoramic views and windswept trails. Expect lighthouses, abandoned quarries, and dramatic sea cliffs. After Hammerknuden, the trail hugs the coast, winding through forests and past rocky beaches. You descend into Gudhjem, a picture-perfect harbor town that climbs up a steep hill like something out of a storybook. Artists love this place and you’ll see why as soon as you arrive.

Day

Gudhjem - Svaneke

Duration: 04:11 h

Distance: 16.2 km

Ascent: 90 m

Descent: 100 m

This stretch combines raw nature with coastal charm. The trail passes small coves and rock outcrops, winding through wildflowers and juniper bushes. You’ll pass through tiny hamlets like Melsted, Bølshavn, and Listed each with its own slice of seaside peace. Eventually, you reach Svaneke, Bornholm’s golden child. It’s part village, part open-air gallery, full of creative energy. The streets are lined with candy makers, craft breweries, ceramic studios, and ice cream shops. It’s hard not to fall in love with this place.

Day

Departure Day

One last stroll, one last view of the sea. After five days on the trail, it’s time to say goodbye. This might be the Half Bornholm Trail, but it leaves a full impression. Coastal cliffs, colorful towns, and quiet forest paths all wrapped up in a perfect island loop. Until next time, Bornholm.

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Included

Accommodation

We will arrange your accommodation on the Bornholm Coast Trail in hotels, inns, and guesthouses. Accommodation will be private in single, double or twin rooms and with en-suite bathroom where possible.
Full travel guide

You’ll receive access to our trekking app, which serves as your complete digital travel guide for the Bornholm Coast Trail. Inside, you’ll find everything you need for your trek: route descriptions, hiking maps, navigation support, payment information, and all the key details specific to your journey.
Breakfast

Breakfast is, if possible, included in this trek and it will be provided every morning at your accommodation.
Accommodation before and after the tour

Accommodation before and after the trek is included. Breakfast is, if possible, part of your stay.
Navigation support

Our trekking app also includes built-in navigation support. With GPS-based maps and offline access, you can follow the trail confidently and stay on route even without mobile signal.

Excluded

Traveling to and from

You have to make your own way to the starting point. The total amount does not include personal transport. This also applies to any transport from the end point of your trail.
Transfers

If you require any form of public or local transport during the trek, it is not included in the package unless stated otherwise. This applies to taxis, buses, cable cars, gondolas, and similar services.
Travel Insurance

Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.
Lunch and Dinner

Breakfast is, if possible, included in the price of the trek. You can get lunch and dinner at the shops, hotels, and restaurants along the way.