About the Port
Bornholm sits in the Baltic Sea well east of the Danish mainland, a compact island prized for its varied scenery: fertile farmland, dense forests, granite cliffs, and sandy beaches. Its history runs deep, visible in the ruins of Hammershus, one of Northern Europe's largest medieval fortresses, its red brick walls still standing above the coastline. Fishing villages dot the shore, many still home to smokehouses that have cured herring for generations.
Rønne, the main town, offers cobbled streets and half-timbered houses within easy walking distance of the pier, making it a natural starting point for exploring further afield. Travelers venture out to sample smoked fish straight from the source, wander Hammershus's weathered ramparts, or simply take in the island's quieter rhythms. Compact yet full of contrasts, Bornholm distills the character of Denmark into a single, memorable landscape.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Bornholm.
Explore Hammershus Fortress
Climb through Northern Europe's largest medieval ruin, its granite and brick ramparts perched dramatically above the sea; reachable by taxi or bus from Rønne in about 30-40 minutes, with an hour or more needed to explore the grounds.
Sample Smoked Herring at a Røgeri
Visit one of the island's traditional smokehouses to try herring cured over smoldering wood chips, a specialty passed down through generations of local fishing families.
Wander Rønne's Old Town
Stroll cobbled lanes lined with colorful half-timbered houses just steps from the pier, an easy way to soak up small-town Danish charm without straying far from the ship.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Bornholm
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 64 | $9,054 | |
| Apr 30, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 29 | $4,634 | |
| Apr 30, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 56 | $12,762 | |
| Apr 30, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 37 | $4,605 | |
| Apr 30, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 46 | $6,123 | |
| May 15, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 22 | $3,505 | |
| May 15, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 14 | $2,913 | |
| May 15, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 49 | $7,264 | |
| May 15, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 41 | $6,097 | |
| May 15, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 31 | $4,539 | |
| May 22, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 34 | $6,839 | |
| May 22, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 49 | $11,876 | |
| May 22, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 7 | $1,294 | |
| May 22, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 15 | $3,003 | |
| May 22, 2027 | Windstar | Star Pride | 19 | $12,411 | |
| May 22, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 42 | $7,115 | |
| May 22, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 24 | $3,702 | |
| May 29, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 8 | $1,684 | |
| May 29, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 27 | $5,139 | |
| May 29, 2027 | Princess | Regal Princess | 42 | $8,299 |
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