ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCES

Make your stay at Ærø even more memorable with a selection of thoughtfully curated experiences. From authentic adventures in nature and culture to moments of calm and wellbeing, these additions allow you to discover the island in a deeper, more personal way. Each experience is designed to bring you closer to the true spirit of Ærø.

Guided Walk Tour

Discover hidden corners and historic highlights on a guided walk through Ærø’s charming streets. With stories that bring the island’s culture and heritage to life, this tour offers a meaningful way to see Ærø from a new perspective.

Nightwatch Tour with Allan Harsbo

Step back in time with the traditional night watchman as he guides you through the cobblestoned streets of Ærøskøbing. Stories, songs, and history bring the town’s past to life in a uniquely atmospheric experience.

Whisky Tasting at Ærø Whisky

Discover the craftsmanship of Ærø Whisky with a guided tasting. From grain to glass, experience the rich flavours and island character of locally produced whisky in an intimate and inspiring setting.

Ærø Golf course

Enjoy a round of golf surrounded by breathtaking sea views and rolling landscapes in the western part of Ærø. The golf course offers both challenge and beauty, making it a memorable experience for beginners and seasoned players alike.

Flight around Ærø

Take to the skies for a beautiful flight around the island. From above, Ærø reveals its true beauty with stunning coastlines, patchwork fields, and the charming towns, all seen from a new and exhilarating perspective.

Foraging with Niels Ørum

Step into nature with nature guide Niels Ørum and explore the island’s edible treasures. Learn how to forage responsibly, taste the flavours of the wild, and gain inspiration for bringing nature’s own ingredients into your kitchen.

Fishing with Henning

Join Henning on an authentic fishing adventure and experience the island from the sea. Set out as the sun rises and take in the beauty of an Ærø morning. Enjoy the calm of the water and bring home not just the catch of the day, but memories of Ærø at its most genuine. Henning also delivers fish to The Monica.

Hammerich’s House and Ærø Museum

Just a few houses up the street from The Monica, you’ll find the charming Hammerich’s House. This small museum offers a glimpse into local history and culture in an intimate and authentic setting. Across from The Monica, you can also find Ærø Museum. You can experience tour around either Hammerich’s House or Ærø Museum with Sille Radoor Larsen, who is Head of Department. A lovely addition to your stay in Ærøskøbing.

Visit Rejkjær Textiles and weaver Dorthe Rejkjær

Here you will gain a unique insight into the design and development processes behind the garment brand Rejkjær. During a visit to Rejkjær, you will have the opportunity to explore the weaving studio and the looms, as well as discover how a piece of handmade clothing or an interior textile is designed and produced. Dorthe will also share her design philosophy and her approach to aesthetics, sustainability, and product development.

Dorthe has made a radical shift in her life. In 2018, she left Christianshavn in central Copenhagen and settled on Ærø, right in the heart of nature, where she now works professionally as a weaver and textile designer. Dorthe is also a sheep farmer and develops her own wool yarn, some of which is used in the garments, and she is also a beekeeper.

Dorthe Rejkjær creates handmade clothing under the name Rejkjær and interior textiles under the name Wait a Moment Design Works. The foundation of her design and development process is the aim to create the best possible product, based on quality, long-lasting durability, aesthetics, and form. Each garment and interior textile is truly unique, 100% handmade, and handwoven.

Facial at Pelles Holistisk Hudpleje

Dear Guest,
My name is Mira Pelle, and I am a Holistic Cosmetologist based in Ærøskøbing, near The Monica. My focus is on restoring harmony, health, and a natural glow to your skin. My treatments go far beyond simple cleansing and moisturizing. Your whole being, is at the centre, both inside and out, from head to toe. Come just as you are and relax in a space created especially for you.

In my treatments, I use the exquisite, pure, organic, and biodynamic products from Esse. These products are remarkably effective, and their delicate scents will awaken all your senses. From the moment you enter the room until you leave, feeling in harmony with body, mind, and soul.

I offer luxurious treatments tailored to your skin’s unique needs. You will be pampered with nourishing masks, gentle steam cleansing, a warm face pack, and soothing massages for the feet and legs, shoulders and arms, neck and face, and even the scalp. You will leave feeling light, relaxed, and radiant, with a beautiful glow to your skin.

I look forward to spoil you.

Warm regards,
Mira Pelle

Walk and hike on Ærø with John Moloney

Ærø has some excellent walking and hiking, and you are invited to join John to experience the beauty of the island on foot. John is Anglo/Irish but has lived on Ærø for 20 years. He is a keen local historian and rambler.

Options include:

  • The Vitsø loop, which takes in the old royal manor house at Søbygård, the lake and bird sanctuary at Vitsø, Søby itself, and some of the best views in Denmark from the old windmill (Vester Mølle).
  • The Ærøskøbing loop, which includes the historic town itself the nature reserve at Gråsten Nor, Gallows Hill and Nevresti.
  • The Lindsbjerg/Dunkær loop, with more fine views, bronze age burial chambers, the Viking trading centre, and Skt Alberts church.
  • The Archipelago way and the Coastal path, each around 34 km and going the length of Ærø. Either can be done in sections.

The loops last about 2:15, or 3 hours with picnic lunch. Half sections of the Archipelago Way and Coastal Path are longer – around 3 hours or 3:45 with picnic lunch. Either path the whole length of the island, Søby to Marstal, needs the whole day!

Booking

If you have any questions or want to book, contact Monica:

Email: hotel@themonica.dk
sofie@themonica.dk