International Lighthouse Day - A family day at Nakkehoved Lighthouse

Activities for the whole family

The day includes a lighthouse run organised by the local scouts from Gilleleje, featuring tasks and activities for both children and adults. All participants receive a prize, creating a fun and active experience for the entire family. You can also enjoy live music and communal singing overlooking the Øresund.

Practical information

• 15 August, 11.00–16.00
• The outdoor event is free of charge.
• Admission to the lighthouse: DKK 60.
• Children and young people under 18, as well as annual pass holders, enjoy free admission.
• Nakkehoved Lighthouse, Fyrvejen 25A, 3250 Gilleleje

Lighthouse cake, history, and sea views

Guests can purchase sandwiches, ice cream, refreshments, and the famous lighthouse cake, which has become a popular tradition during International Lighthouse Day. Proceeds from sales support the Nakkehoved Lighthouse Guild and its work preserving the history of the lighthouses.

At the Lighthouse History Museum, visitors can learn about Nakkehoved’s lighthouses, which have guided sailors safely through the Øresund since 1772. The exhibitions also share stories of dramatic shipwrecks along the North Zealand coastline. You may also climb the 21-metre-high western lighthouse and enjoy panoramic views across the sea and coastal landscape.