Sønderborg, Denmark

Welcome to Sønderborg, a picturesque town located in the southern part of Denmark. With a population of around 27,000 people, Sønderborg is a small but vibrant town that is a center for trade, tourism, industry, and education in the region of Southern Denmark. Sønderborg is also the administrative seat of Sønderborg Municipality, which has a population of around 73,000 people. This bustling town is home to several industrial companies and boasts a rich history and culture. Join us as we explore the many wonders of Sønderborg.Sønderborg Castle is one of the main attractions in the town and is located in the center of the town. The castle houses a museum that focuses on the history and culture of the area and is open all year round. Sandbjerg Estate, which was donated to Aarhus University in 1954, is another popular destination in Sønderborg. The estate belonged to the Dukes of Sønderborg and then to the Reventlow family for many years. The town also has a castle-like barracks built by the German military in 1906. The barracks are centrally placed by Als Fjord, opposite Alsion.Sønderborg is situated on both sides of Alssund, a narrow strait between two sides. The strait is called Als Strait or Alssund, and two road bridges connect the city across the strait. The 682-meter-long Als Strait Bridge, built in 1978–1981, and the 331-meter King Christian Xs Bridge, built in 1925–1930. Sønderborg is served by Sønderborg railway station, which connects it to Tinglev and the rest of the Danish rail network. Sønderborg station offers frequent direct services to Fredericia and Copenhagen, as well as a direct InterCity service to Copenhagen Airport. Sønderborg is also served by Sønderborg Airport. The airline, Alsie Express provides flights directly to Copenhagen and seasonal flights to destinations such as Bornholm and Naples. Mols-linjen operates daily ferry services from Fynshav to Bøjden on the island of Funen.Sønderborg is an economic hub in the region of Southern Denmark and has several industries, including electronics, manufacturing, food processing, information technology, and telecommunications. Several companies are headquartered in and around the town. The high-tech industry includes the manufacturing and development of electronics, machines, industrial equipment, and software. Danfoss and Linak are two major companies headquartered in the region. Danish Crown, BHJ, Maersk Container Industries, and TDC A/S are also located in Sønderborg. Skyways technics, an aircraft service and repair company, is headquartered at Sønderborg Airport.Sønderborg hosts several institutions of higher education. The University of Southern Denmark, University College South, and Business Academy SouthWest are located in the town. The University of Southern Denmark offers several types of degrees in engineering such as mechatronics, electronics, innovation and business, as well as degrees in economics, languages, and European studies. The technical school EUC Syd has a campus in Sønderborg and offers a variety of trades programs as well as the HTX high school diploma and the International Baccalaureate Diploma program.Sønderborg has produced many notable natives, including Christian August Lorentzen, a Danish painter and instructor of Martinus Rørbye, and Herman Bang, an author of the Modern Breakthrough. Vibeke Vasbo, a writer and women’s rights activist, and Niels Christiansen, CEO of Lego, are also from Sønderborg. The town also hosts South Jutland Symphony Orchestra Sønderjyllands Symfoniorkester.Sønderborg is a charming town with a rich history and culture, breathtaking landscapes, and mouthwatering local cuisine. Whether you’re interested in exploring the town’s many attractions, indulging in the local food, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, Sønderborg has something for everyone. Join us as we discover the many treasures of this enchanting destination and find out why Sønderborg should be on every traveler’s bucket list.