Enchanting dune hills on Henne Beach in Jutland, Denmark

by Silva Wischeropp

This refreshing, fairy-tale-like dune landscape, situated right on the North Sea, was captured in the late afternoon of 23 August 2016 using a NIKON D90 (lens: NIKKOR 80.0–200.0 mm f/2.8).

The lush, green hills of reed grass transform the seascape into a truly idyllic haven of tranquillity.
The dune landscape in Henne (Denmark) is characterised by its unspoilt expanse, vast shifting dunes and the seamless transition into pine forests. It forms a dynamic habitat that is constantly changing due to strong winds.

Tuttesbjerg shifting dune:
This 25-metre-high dune lies right in the centre of the village and offers the perfect vantage point over the North Sea.
The landscape merges seamlessly into the Kærgård Klitplantage and the Blåbjerg Klitplantage. Here, the rugged dune landscape meets heathland and tranquil oak and pine forests.

Constant wind and drifting sand mean the dunes are constantly changing. The fine, almost powdery sand at the mouth of the Henne Mølle Å offers a particularly unspoilt natural experience.

Between the dunes and plantations, rare bird species, migratory birds and red deer find ideal habitats.

The North Sea at Henne Strand is particularly characterised by its expansive, approximately 16-kilometre-long white sandy beach and an impressive dune landscape reaching heights of up to 25 metres. Unlike many other holiday resorts in Denmark, Henne combines wild, unspoilt nature directly with a lively town centre, renowned for its gastronomy and arts and crafts.