Skagen Winter Bathing Festival
embrace the chill
Skagen Winter Bathing Festival Skaen Winter Bathin Festival
A cold chill, warm communities and winter atmosphere in Skagen
Look forward to the last weekend of January 2026, when Sønderstrand once again hosts the Skagen Winter Bathing Festival - a festive and refreshing tradition for both seasoned winter swimmers and curious first-time divers.
From Thursday to Sunday, you can jump into the blue waves, enjoy warm saunas right by the beach and feel the special winter light over Skagen. As always, saunas will be set up at Sønderstrand, so you can alternate between cold shivers and warm moments - right where sea and horizon meet.
Wristbands for winter dippers days
With a festival wristband you get free access to winter dips and sauna, a guided city walk, hot skibberlabskovs and mulled wine in the garden of Skagens Museum - and to top it off: soup on Sunday mornings on the beach.
For everyone with a wristband Fr everne with a wristban
winter bathing programme
Thursday, January 22
2.30 PM – 5.00 PM
Saunas open
2.30 PM – 4.15 PM
Divers on the beach
3.00 PM – 3.30 PM
Live music on the beach with Mads Toghøj – weather permitting
Friday, January 23
08.30 AM – 4.00 PM
Saunas open
1.00 PM – 4.00 PM
Divers on the beach
11.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Yoga session – optional add-on, DKK 50 per person (max. 30 participants)
2.00 PM – 2.15 PM
Official opening and group warm-up at the sauna area
From 4.00 PM
Time for shopping and cozy moments in Skagen town – on your own
8.00 PM
Concert at Kulturhus Kappelborg – optional add-on
Saturday, January 24
08.30 AM – 4.00 PM
Saunas open
08.45 AM – 11.00 AM & from 12.30 PM (TBA)
Divers on the beach
08.30 AM
Morning song at the Winter Bathing Festival, followed by group warm-up
12.00 PM – 1.00 PM
Guided walk with a local guide in Skagen
This year, you can choose between four different tours. Sign up at Building 3 by First Camp Grenen Strand on Friday (no later than Saturday at 10.00 AM).
Note: Limited availability – first come, first served
1.00 PM
Traditional Skibberlabskovs and mulled wine served in the garden at Skagens Museum
7.00 PM
Community dinner at Color Hotel Skagen – optional add-on or included when booking a Winter Bathing Stay at Color Hotel Skagen
Sunday, January 25
08.30 AM – 11.30 AM
Saunas open
08.30 AM – 10.30 AM
Divers on the beach
10.30 AM – 12.00 PM
Soup served by Skagen Fiskerestaurant
Please note:
Program subject to change.
All outdoor activities are weather-dependent and will be carried out as best as possible under the circumstances.
Bathing is at your own risk. If you’re new to winter bathing, we recommend going in during the hours when divers are present. They’re highly experienced and happy to advise on water and current conditions.
Professional photographers may be present during the event.
Book your stay online or call us at +45 98 44 22 33.
Winther bathing stay Winther bathing stay
pure indulgence
Turn the winter bathing festival into a mini-break based at Color Hotel Skagen - here you'll get the cold chills combined with hot sauna showers with a former world champion and cosy communal dining and live music.
Enjoy relaxing in the courtyard with heated pool, hot tub, sauna and everything that makes a winter weekend extra special.
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& live music
If you're staying at Color Hotel Skagen for the Winter Bathing Festival, you can also look forward to a cozy Saturday evening with community dining and live music at the hotel.