A week vacation on Bornholm with the family, and a short visit on Christiansø. Two really beatiful Danish islands with a relaxing atmosphere. Bornholm is a quite large island, which is also a holiday destination for many Danish, Swedish and German people. Christiansø is not too far away from Bornholm, inhabited by a small, self-supplying community (ca. 100 people). For the Danish part of my family it has been a tradition for many years to have a common holiday in a summerhouse in Dueodde.

The old buildings are still in a good shape. Lovely and colorful. Visiting Christiansø is like traveling back in time. Even though it was built as a military structure, it is very cozy, and worth a stroll. There are no motorized vehicles on that island. People interested in history will find plenty to see. Others interested in fine, yet simple Danish food will also find a good time. There are plenty of possibilities for short walking tours, there's a playground and a place to swim in the sea (brrrr..... cold!).

Back on Bornholm we stayed close in Dueodde, at the very south end. There is a wide beach with clear, white sand.  The best way to get around is by bike. Definitely worth a try is Søren's Værtshus in Snogebæk, and the local beer brewery Bryghuset Svaneke, where they brew a delicious stout. There are also plenty of local arts boutiques, and specialty shops.

What I like best about Bornholm is the combination of easy going sight seing, being in the nature, and slight motion on the bike. That is a great environment for for a good time with the family. BBQs in the evening, walks on the beach, in the bright but mild Danish summer. Looking already forward to next summer :-).