Mariager Attractions
To the east of Hobro, on the south bank of the Mariager Fjord, lies the little township of Mariager ("Mary's Field"), which grew up around the Convent of St Bridget (founded 1430). The picturesque township is characterized by numerous old half-timbered houses and an abundance of roses, which is why Mariager is also known as the "town of roses".
In the cruciform Gothic church, which once belonged to the Convent, can be seen some beautiful wall-paintings and the "Coffin of Christ", a carved chest containing a wooden sculpture. The ancient tombs include those of Bishop Stygge Krumpen and his brother.
The Mariager Museum is housed in an old merchant's dwelling and contains archaeological collections and furniture of the 18th and 19th century.
Every Sunday a museum train runs to Handest (17km/10.5 mi); the locomotives and carriages date from the first half of the 20th century.
South of the town lies the Hohoj burial barrow.
In the cruciform Gothic church, which once belonged to the Convent, can be seen some beautiful wall-paintings and the "Coffin of Christ", a carved chest containing a wooden sculpture. The ancient tombs include those of Bishop Stygge Krumpen and his brother.
The Mariager Museum is housed in an old merchant's dwelling and contains archaeological collections and furniture of the 18th and 19th century.
Every Sunday a museum train runs to Handest (17km/10.5 mi); the locomotives and carriages date from the first half of the 20th century.
South of the town lies the Hohoj burial barrow.
Children's Festival
This annual four-day festival takes place in late June or early July and includes parades, bingo games, a market, a cattle farm and even a Rose Queen competition.
Denmark Salt Center
The Salt Center features exhibits on the history of salt exploitation. Visitors can observe the staff extracting salt from sea water in an age old technique. As well, there is a heated pool which recreates the naturally buoyant conditions of the Dead Sea.
