Hvide Sande Nazi 

Beach Bunkers

Remnants of the Nazi's occupation

of Denmark linger along the sand

 

Nazi Bunkers, Houvig Beach, Denmark. KARENP (ATLAS OBSCURA USER)

In the shadow of the sand dunes, juxtaposed against the beautiful, wild beach of Houvig,

 these Brutalist concrete structures provide a stark reminder of the Nazi occupation of Denmark during 

World War II.

Now empty, dank, and graffitied, these weathered concrete blockhouses are nevertheless worth a visit

 for any history, architecture, or photography buff. They also form a wondrous hide-and-seek 

 playground for older children visiting the beach.

And if you visit after dark, the bunkers provide the perfect platform from which to almost touch the

 profusion of stars in the heavens over the North Sea of Denmark.

Know Before You Go

To get the most out of your visit, go in the Spring/Summer months, and visit the Ringkøbing-Skjern

 Museum beforehand.