Ribe: Small Viking Town in Denmark

If you are a fan of calm walks in a small town with a history like me, you should definitely visit Ribe. It is the oldest city in Denmark created by Vikings. There is also the oldest cathedral in the country. This already creates the atmosphere of the town.

In history, the times of Vikings, it was one of the most important cities. Ribe was great for the economy and business because of its location. You can find the city on the west coast of Denmark. The river connects the town with the sea. Even the royal family lived here for a while but when they moved to Copenhagen the town lost its prestige and all the money and business moved with them. But thanks to this the town stayed in the same temple and we can see the history walking through the streets.

Brick red small houses, paved streets, and cafés on every corner create a magnificent atmosphere. The town is surrounded by swamps and meadows. With the growth of a number of tourists the prices are higher and they build museums and tours to make the people understand history.

I loved the town but it is visited only for one or two days. It is why I looked for something else nearby to visit.

The famous "Men at Sea".

Only about half an hour drive away from Ribe there is a city named Esbjerg. The city is more industrial but however, there is something that caught my eye. Men at Sea is about nine meters tall white monument and you can find it on the southwest coast of Denmark. It is a statue of four sitting men looking at the sea, designed by Svend Wiig Hansen.
The day I went to was hot but cloudy and it created beautiful scenery. I was walking on the sandy beach looking at the statue and I felt like in a movie. The combination of industry, monument and the beach leaves you speechless. I highly recommend you to visit this place. It is still not full of the tourists such as the little mermaid in Copenhagen. You can just sit on one of the benches and enjoy the view.