You notice it as soon as you enter the campsite: The open spaces. The sense of community. The natural setting. Nordskoven’s tall trees surround you in a warm, green embrace. The fresh air permeates your very being as you slowly relax. The sign outside Reception at Nordskoven Strand Camping – the venue’s cosy dayroom – announces ‘Breathing Area’. This is where you can breathe.
In the ‘horseshoe’ behind Reception is a large area where owners Henrik and Mette fire up the barbecue several times a week to create a space for communal dining with a pop-up bar and a campfire. And live music is performed on the ‘teepee stage’ – to the great enjoyment of those who come along; even locals drop by to join in the fun.
The trees in and around the campsite create a natural space which the couple have creatively exploited. They have set up areas for different types of glamping, either for groups or for couples seeking a romantic, luxurious outdoor holiday. And in the ‘Hikers’ Corner’, ramblers can stop on their way around the island to camp for a night, either in a hammock or in one of the home-built shelters for hire. You can also book a stay in a newly refurbished ‘retro caravan’ on the other side of the path.
As darkness falls, guests gather round crackling fires at campfire spots. Like a gentle breeze, echoes of the simpler life of the past rustle the treetops. The hustle and bustle of everyday life dissipates at the campsite as the simplicity of life emerges. Some are roasting vegetables directly in the glowing embers, while others are baking twist bread over a fire. Calm descends as night falls, and the venue’s rhythm slowly winds down.
Henrik and Mette do everything to create this very setting for their guests. They have created cosy oases for social interaction around and about the campsite, while the site’s sheer size provides plenty of opportunities for solitude to enjoy the peaceful, spacious natural setting.
Get your morning off to a great start with yoga under the treetops or a short stroll down to the beach where you can take a cool, refreshing dip. Your body is awakened and stimulated, and you can begin your day at this natural playground – for children and adults alike. Bornholm’s Outdoor Centre is based at the campsite and organises rock-climbing, swimming in the Baltic, and other activities around the island. Another option is to go for a run along the numerous paths just outside the area in direct continuation of Nordskoven. There are plenty of options for an enjoyable, active day at Nordskoven Strand Camping.
In the centre of Nordskoven’s area, a cluster of red wooden chalets are cosily dispersed, each with a patio for reading and outdoor meals. And, of course, you are welcome to bring your camper van, caravan or tent and find your own spot. The campsite is the setting for a wealth of cosy communal activities that embody the host couple’s mantra: openness, intimacy and space for spontaneity.