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Esbjerg is Denmark's fifth largest city. It is located in the southwest of the country on the west coast of the Jutland peninsula and it’s the country’s biggest fishing harbour. Apart from fishing, this young industrial city is well known for its great beaches and remarkable tide as well as its proximity to the Wadden Sea National Park. As you can tell, this is a wonderful city for lovers of the great outdoors. You’ll find lots of scenic routes to drive, and can easily book your Esbjerg car hire in advance with Enjoy Travel. Average daily car hire prices are just €32.40, with prices for compact cars (such as a Honda Civic) often as low as €22 per day.
Guide to Esbjerg
Geography
Esbjerg is Southwest Denmark's regional centre. It is located on the Jutland peninsula’s west coast by the Wadden Sea. It is some 164km (102 miles) southwest of Aarhus and 298km (185 miles) west of Copenhagen.
Climate
Due to its location next to the North Sea, Esbjerg has a maritime or oceanic climate. This means it has mild summers and cool but not cold winters. The best time to visit would be in May or June when spring brings pleasant temperatures between 16-18°C. April is the driest month, so this is the best month to visit to dodge the rain.
Culture in Esbjerg
Esbjerg is full of cultural hotspots including the Esbjerg Art Museums, the Esbjerg Museum, the Fisheries and Maritime Museum and the Esbjerg Performing Arts Centre.
Things to do in Esbjerg
Immerse yourself in wildness
The Wadden Sea is one of the world's most valuable tidal areas. It is the world's largest unbroken system of intertidal sand and mudflats. It is home to a multitude of transitional habitats as well as numerous plant and animal species including harbour seals, grey seals and the harbour porpoise. It is also a resting place for a wide variety of waterfowl. Due to its unique ecosystem, it has been inscribed into the UNESCO list of areas of outstanding universal value.
Stare at the statues
Standing 27 feet tall, the Man Meets the Sea monument guards Denmark’s western coast and overlooks both the Wadden and the North Sea. These imposing, alabaster figures were sculpted by Danish artist Svend Wiig Hansen in 1995, which was Esbjerg's 100th anniversary as an independent municipality. They have been attracting the crowds ever since.
Eating out in Esbjerg
Head to the city centre, around Skolegade and Torvet (The Square) and you’ll have the widest variety of dining options. You’ll also find lots of warm and welcoming cafes. There are lots of charming restaurants on the island of Fanø too, which is just a 12-minute ferry ride away. There are plenty of places where you can dine on local Danish cuisine and regional specialities, as well as places serving cuisine from around the world. With so much choice, you won’t go hungry in Esbjerg.
Esbjerg Transport
Airport
Fly into Esbjerg Airport (EBJ) on the eastern side of the city and take a local bus connection (every 14 minutes; DKK 12; 30 minutes) to the city centre.
Getting around
Esbjerg has a great public bus system that gets you around the city as well as to other cities too. Use the free Rejseplanen app to find departures and pay using the MidtTrafik app. There is also a ferry to Fanø Island. The city is very cycle-friendly and there are lots of places where you can rent a bike to get around. There are no ride-hailing services, for example, Uber, in Esbjerg, therefore many visitors decide to hire a car to get around, which makes it easier when travelling. Some of the most reliable car hire agencies in Esbjerg include Europcar, Sixt and Hertz.
