The Buried Church (Den Tilsandede Kirke)
Den Tilsandede Kirke
A 14th-century church swallowed by drifting sand, with only its white tower poking out above the dunes. It is Skagen's most unusual landmark.
St. Lawrence Church was built at the end of the 14th century and was once the largest church in the region. From the 18th century onward, drifting sand kept encroaching, and worshippers had to dig out the entrance before every service. In 1795 the church was finally closed and its main body dismantled, leaving only the white tower as a navigational landmark. Today the tower stands among pine forest and dunes, a surreal scene. In summer, visitors can pay a small fee to enter the tower and see a small exhibition. It is about a 15-minute bike ride from the town center along forest paths. The walk from the car park to the tower takes about 5 minutes. Nearby, marked trails extend into the dune area.
Opening hours
Exterior open all day; tower open about 11:00–17:00 in summer
Nearby sights
- Kystmuseet Skagen (Skagen Town and Regional Museum)
- Drachmanns Hus
- Gammel Skagen (Højen)
- Skagen Town Centre
- Skagen Harbour
- Skagens Museum
- Michael & Anna Ancher's House
- Brøndums Hotel