Backhaus Brown
Backhaus-Brown - Working glass workshop, gallery & shop.
Hundested Harbour is lively all yearround and has experiences for adults and children. In the unspoiled and authentic harbour environment, restaurants along the quayside, galleries and art workshops offer everything from glass art and exclusive jewellery
to other unique works of art.
You can see talented artists in action if you pop by at the right time. Little ones and other playful souls can see live fish at the harbour's pat-a-fish platform, catch crabs, or burn off energy at the fun nature playground.
There are many events and activities in Hundested Harbour during the summer months, including the unique cultural attraction Hundested Sand Sculpture Festival, where international sand sculptors, including several world champions, create world-class monumental and transitory sculptures from golden grains of sand.
Photo:Nikolaj Danielsen
Kajgaden, the famous and charming pedestrian shopping street at Hundested Harbour, is home to many of the town's local design boutiques and working workshops.
Also, visit the cute Cookie Home for clothing for all ages and seasons. The shop's owner specialises in good quality at great prices and, besides clothes, also sells glittering jewellery and beautiful homeware.
If you crave a perfect cup of coffee, stop by Det Lille Kafferisteri, a roastery, coffee bar and shop all under one roof. The coffee bar roasts several times a week, and all the coffee is of superior quality and organic. You will also find an exclusive selection of brewing equipment and other coffee goodies on the shelves.
If you have forgotten your sunglasses at home or the glasses break, then make your way past Havnens Optik, which is located in the middle of Kajgaden and is next door to the Sand Sculpture Festival. At Heidi, you get the latest in glasses, sunglasses and vision equipment.
Just opposite the eyewear store is Butik På Den Anden Side. Here you can shop for clothes, jewellery, shoes, bags and accessories.
A stone's throw from Kajgaden, right out to the water's edge on the old slipway, is Backhaus Brown's glassblowing studio next to the jeweller Bendix Copenhagen, drawing you in with beautiful, exclusive glass designs, and Danish-designed jewellery in precious metals, quality diamonds and cultured pearls.
Nearby, Helle K Kunst & Design sells artisan crafts from Africa, Asia and Denmark - including cushions made from saris from India, embroidery from North Vietnam and baskets, clothes and jewellery from Ghana, Senegal and many other countries. All items are traded with a commitment to fair trade.
Hundested Harbour also boasts several great eateries, including Halsnæs Bryghus, which describes its cuisine as honest and simple, inspired by beer and influenced by fish. Check the calendar to stay up to date - the schedule includes music, barbecue, comedy, beer tastings and diverse events.
At Restaurant Havfruen you can admire the beautiful view from the sun terrace while enjoying a sumptuous meal. Try for example the renowned fish and seafood platter while spotting shooting stars. Enjoy the harbour basin view come rain or shine, as the restaurant has seating inside and outside, as well as upstairs and downstairs.
The cosy bistro Knud puts its own twist on bistro classics: seaworthy and inspired by the water surrounding Hundested. Menu staples include; Oysters, lobster, mussels and butter-fried flatfish. However, it also features good quality steak, vegetable dishes and roast poultry.
Restaurant Molen is the first restaurant you meet on Nordre Beddingsvej. If you are looking for classic dishes and a wide selection of delicacies and want to sit on the parquet floor leading to the harbour, then Restaurant Molen is a good choice.
With a perfect location and views of the entire harbour environment, you will find Proviant Hundested. Good food, wine, beer and coffee are served here. You can sit inside or outside under the umbrellas in good weather and enjoy the view of the boats in the harbour.
In the small alley behind Halsnæs Bryghus is the small café Kamelens Kys. In addition to offering coffee, cake and lunch, it is also possible to buy handicrafts. On weekends, events such as music entertainment are held. The food is made from scratch and local ingredients are used in collaboration with Spisekammer Halsnæs.
If the children are on a trip, there is also something for them at the harbour in Hundested. Fjordens Minigolf, Café & Ishus is located in the first floor right next to the harbour basin next to restaurant Knud. Here you can play mini-golf on an 18-hole beautiful course, and enjoy delicious ice cream, sandwiches and cold drinks.
The experience platform "Clap a Fish" is open from April to October. here are two large tubing basins with fresh flatfish and crabs that the little ones can touch. Afterwards, the little ones can be active on the small nature playground.
Photo:Nikolaj Danielsen