Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Kayaking is a great way to explore the usually calm waters around the island; this centre
offers lessons, weekly guided trips (a two-hour paddle at 4pm Wednesday in peak sum-
mer), or just kayak hire for experienced paddlers. It's mostly local enthusiasts - call or
email to find out what's possible. The centre is down at the marina - look for the beach
volley signs.
Eriks Hale
BEACH
South of town, on a strip of sand that juts into the sea, is this popular beach. It's a must-vis-
it for its bathing huts, particularly Denmark's most photogenic: painted red with green
shutters, sitting pretty under a thatched roof.
Sleeping
Danhostel Marstal
HOSTEL
( 62 53 39 50;
www.marstalvandrerhjem.dk
;
Færgestræde 29; dm Dkr220, d without/with bathroom
Dkr400/550; May-mid-Sep; )
Nicely positioned halfway between the harbour and the beach, this is a well-run, high-
quality hostel with a pretty cobbled courtyard and stylish dining area with wood fire. A
handful of rooms have toilets; some also have sea views. Dorms are available in high sea-
son. A fine choice.
Ærø Hotel
HOTEL
( 62 53 24 06;
www.aeroehotel.dk
;
Egehovedvej 4; s/d incl breakfast Dkr750/850; )
When all the boutique options are full, the island's largest hotel (100 rooms) comes into its
own. It lies a little way out of Marstal and has been newly taken over by a local family.
They're friendly, service-oriented folks with plans to modernise what are good, light-filled
rooms. There's an on-site restaurant and funky indoor pool.
Eating
As with the rest of the island, restaurant opening hours outside the peak summer period are
somewhat erratic, but there are a handful of year-round options. Your accommodation will
be able to point you in the right direction, or the tourist office.
