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Brown bars and town life on Ærø
BROWN BARS
AND TOWN LIFE ON ÆRØ
On Ærø, you have every opportunity to go out for a beer or two all year round . This is because you will find an inn or an authentic "brown" bar in almost every town and village on the island .
A POINT OF REFERENCE IN A SMALL COMMUNITY In the same way as in many other small communities, the inns and brown bars play a special role on Ærø . This is because Ærø is a seafaring society, and the inns and bars serve as points of reference for many of the seamen when they return home from their latest trips and voyages – this is a place where people look out for and take care of each other . From as early as 10 o’clock in the morning, you can meet the first regulars in the local brown bar . This is where people come to exchange tall tales, share experience and put the world to rights until deep into the afternoon . Almost all inns and bars on the island have a dart board and/or a billiard table, and it is not unusual for the locals to hold a little billiards tournament on a Friday afternoon .
WHEN THE YOUNG PEOPLE HIT THE TOWN After around 8 o’clock in the evening, the average age of the regulars drops sharply, the juke box plays a little louder, and the ambience changes to coloured lights and fancy drinks . It’s time for the young people to hit the town! The biggest dance floor is to be found at the Miss Sophy discotheque in Marstal, but you can usually find space to show off your moves to the music at many of the smaller establishments on the island as well .
Moreover, Landbogaarden in Ærøskøbing organises great dance parties all year round . As a new addition to the island nightlife, Ærø now has two cocktail bars: Ballast Bar Butik in Marstal and Ærø Guesthouse & Café in Ærøskøbing . For an overview, see page 48 .
CAFÉ MARSTANG IN MARSTAL
The hotel with the idyllic atmosphere, in the heart of Ærøskøbing...
Hotel Ærøhus and Restaurant Bonsack – the place where the depth of spirit and relaxing goes side by side with the old village – Ærøskøbing
The location of the hotel in Ærøskøbing, in the middle of the island, makes it the ideal base from which to explore the magnificent scenery of Ærø either on foot, by bike, car or bus. A short stroll down to the sandy beaches, or a lazy wander around the cobbled streets of the town with its well-preserved old houses, provide a unique insight into the local way of life. The hotel provides bike rental.
Our philosophy is to welcome you in our familiar, cozy and intimate surroundings where service goes hand in hand with positive experiences. At Hotel Ærøhus we offer you accommodations with a variety of culinary taste. We do have a long tradition of family celebrations, seminars and courses for up to 150 participants.
Vestergade 38 · DK-5970 Ærøskøbing · Ærø Tlf.: +45 62 52 10 03
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Restaurant Bonsack – a culinary experience on Ærø
Ærøhus has a first-class restaurant. The courses and meals are mainly prepared with local commodities due to the season. Our specialty is freshly-caught flatfish with parsley sauce. In the summer season, meals are served on the terrace in front of the hotel and in the old hotel garden. Hotel Ærøhus can offer a range of comfortable rooms with en- suite bathroom – some with their own terrace – in the lovely old hotel gardens. – Free Wi-Fi and parking.
Rooms - 1st floor
Spanish summer tapas
