Mariager is a charming city with crooked houses, cobblestoned streets and timber framed houses romantically adorned with roses. Mariager is known for its beautiful and old streets, but also for the impressive abbey church, the Rose Garden and the several exciting attractions like the old Veteran Railroad, the Tourboat Svanen, Mariager Saltcenter etc.
What to see in Mariager?
In Mariager you can experiences the old idyllic town, the cosy atmospheres and the god opportunities for hikes in the nature surrounding the town.
At Mariager Salt Center, you step into a world of salt. Here, you can explore the magic and fascinating history of salt and experience a world that few know about or have heard of.
Join the Triangle Route and experience the fantastic and unique nature of the Mariager Fjord - on water, on rails, and by bus. Start with a lovely sail on the Svanen, followed by a cozy train ride on the vintage train, and a bus trip to travel from Handest to Hobro or vice versa.
Go on a hiking trip in Mariager. Here are two lovely hiking trails that will take you through nature-rich areas combined with historical sights.
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Experience the city of Roses, Mariager
When going to Mariager, it is nice to know where to sleep, what to eat and of course what to explore in the city. We have gathered all the information that you need to make your vacation the best vacation ever.
A sailing trip with the Swan on Mariager Fjord is an exceptionally beautiful and idyllic journey that takes you through a stunning landscape filled with nature and cultural-historical experiences.
Mariager, also known as the City of Roses, is an idyllic town with cobblestone streets and old half-timbered houses adorned with roses. The town has a rare urban environment in Denmark.
The troll Ivan Evigvår in Mariager - by Artist Thomas Dambo
Deep within Munkholm Anlægget in Mariager, resides a truly special creature. Take your friends and family into the deep stillness of the forest and see if you can find the mighty troll Ivan Evigvår.
Looking for an idyllic, cozy campsite close to both water and town? Then Mariager Camping is a sure winner! In fact, the campsite won the "Peace and Relaxation" category at the Danish Camping Award 2025.
Mariager is one of Denmark’s smallest market towns. Until 1410 it was only a small fishing village and ferry-stop on the way between Randers and Aalborg.
Mariager is an old town with a lot of history. The town used to have a big fishing industry as well as a ferry at the harbor, that made it possible to cross the fjord to the small village Stinesminde.
The old abbey garden of Mariager Abbey has disabled-friendly paths, which wind through the garden, as well as beehives, pleasant places to sit, a pavilion containing an exhibition and a herb garden.
