A holiday for the whole family

Family holidays on Ærø

Flat coastlines, child-friendly beaches and a free island bus make Ærø a relaxed destination for families – with the holiday home on Ærø in Søby as your base.

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Plenty of room to explore

Child-friendly beaches, Museum Søbygaard and leisurely bike rides add variety to a family holiday. The free island bus makes excursions easy even without your own car.

Excursion tips for families

Playgrounds & days out for children

All over the island there are lovely free playgrounds – ideal for a break along the way:

Maritime playground at Marstal marina

Right by the harbour in Marstal there is a large, maritime-themed playground with two areas for different age groups – plus picnic spots, barbecue areas and a boules court. Ideal for a break after a visit to the Maritime Museum.

Discover the playground

Bregninge playground

A lovingly designed, recently renovated playground beneath large trees – with a zip line, slide, seesaws and football goals, plus tables and benches for a picnic you bring along.

Discover the playground

Also worth a trip: the Skjoldnæs lighthouse near Søby can be climbed for a small fee – the view from the top delights children too.

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Holidays with your dog

The family dog is welcome too.

Søby

Right by Dansk Cottage.

The Cottage

Room for up to six guests.

Ready for Ærø?

Dansk Cottage is available from spring 2027.

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