Aarhus to Samson: Island Rest

LEG 2.10: HORSENS → VEJLE

Distance: 15 NM

Duration: 3 hours @ 5 kts

Route Character: Sheltered fjord passage; scenic

Route Description

Continue west deeper into Vejle Fjord (Vejle Fjord). Very protected and picturesque passage.

Navigation Waypoints

Departure: Horsens (55°51.6'N, 9°51.0'E)
Mid-fjord: (55°47'N, 9°40'E)
Arrival: Vejle (55°42.6'N, 9°32.4'E)

Hazards & Considerations

Excellent shelter: Fjord provides protection from all directions
Shallow areas: Stay in marked channel; 3m minimum depths
Scenic passage: Beautiful Danish countryside; relaxing sailing

Current & Tide

Minimal currents: Negligible

Wind & Weather

Well protected: Suitable in all but gale conditions

Destination: Vejle Lystbådehavn

Coordinates: 55°42.6'N, 9°32.4'E

Harbor Details:

Depth: 3-7 m in marina
Fuel: Available; good hours
Provisions: Good - city center nearby; supermarkets (Bilka megastore, Føtex, others)

Repair: Basic facilities available; larger work at Fredericia or Aarhus

Dining:

Budget: Havnegrillen - harbor grill, Danish fast food, DKK 60-110

Phone: +45 75 82 08 44

Mid-range: Restaurant Husmandens - Danish classics, cozy atmosphere, DKK 220-380

Phone: +45 75 83 16 66

Notes: Gateway to Little Belt passage; pleasant city; good shopping; fjord location scenic

Tourist note: Vejle Windmill (restored windmill with museum); wave-shaped apartment building (Bølgen/The Wave) - architectural landmark

VHF: Channel 16/12

Language: Danish / English

LEG 2.9: AARHUS → HORSENS

Distance: 22 NM

Duration: 4.5 hours @ 5 kts

Route Character: Sheltered fjord entrance; very protected

Route Description

Sail south then west into Horsens Fjord (Horsens Fjord). Well-protected and scenic passage with excellent shelter.

Navigation Waypoints

Departure: Aarhus (56°09.0'N, 10°13.2'E)
Samsø Belt entrance: (55°58.0'N, 10°18.0'E) - Sheltered by Samsø island
Horsens Fjord entrance: (55°54.0'N, 10°05.0'E)
Arrival: Horsens Lystbådehavn (55°51.6'N, 9°51.0'E)

Hazards & Considerations

Sheltered route: Protected by Samsø island and fjord itself
Fjord navigation: Well-marked channels; straightforward
Shallow patches: Stay in marked channel; watch depth sounder
Minimal hazards: Very easy passage; good for relaxing after busy Aarhus

Current & Tide

Tidal range: 0.2-0.4 m
Current: Minimal; 0-0.3 kts
Fjord flow: Negligible

Wind & Weather

Prevailing wind (July): SW 10-15 kts
Fjord shelter: Excellent protection from all directions
Sea state: Calm; 0.2-0.5m maximum
All conditions suitable: Very sheltered passage; can sail in almost any weather short of gales

Destination: Horsens Lystbådehavn

Coordinates: 55°51.6'N, 9°51.0'E

Harbor Details:

Depth: 3-6 m in marina
Fuel: Available at fuel pier; regular hours
Provisions: Good - supermarkets within 500m (Kvickly, Føtex); town center nearby

Repair Facilities:

Horsens Lystbådehavn Service [QR-036]

Address: Bygholm Strandvej, 8700 Horsens

Phone: +45 75 62 18 55

Services: Basic repairs, engine service, haul-out 25 tons

Hours: Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00

Notes: Adequate for routine maintenance; larger work refer to Aarhus

Chandlery: Basic marine supplies at harbor; larger selection in Aarhus

Dining:

Budget: Havnekiosken - harbor grill, burgers, hot dogs, ice cream, DKK 55-100

Phone: +45 75 64 11 00

Mid-range: Skovpavilionen - Danish/French, scenic location, DKK 240-420

Phone: +45 75 61 22 22

Notes: Pleasant town; sheltered harbor; good overnight stop; industrial heritage (former textile manufacturing center)

Tourist note: Horsens State Prison (old prison, now museum and cultural venue); annual European Medieval Festival (late August)

VHF: Channel 16/12

Language: Danish / English

Leg 2.7: Aarhus to Samsø

Distance: 30 NM

Time: 5-6 hours

Navigation: Kattegat crossing to island

Character: Island stop before Øresund

SAMSØ, DENMARK [QR-069]

Coordinates: 55°52'N, 10°36'E

Anchorage/Marina: Ballen, Langør

Berth Cost: €40-60/night

Character: Quiet island, agriculture, summer houses, self-sufficient (renewable energy island)

Samsø is Denmark's "green island"—100% renewable energy (wind, solar, biomass). It's also quiet, rural, and perfect for a rest stop.

Beaches, hiking, cycling. Not much else. That's the point.

Dining:

🍴 Ballen Færgekro [QR-070]

Traditional Danish inn
Simple, good food
€25-45

Stay 1 night