Holstebro is an ancient town towards the northwest of Jutland. It is primarily a center for commerce and industry, which includes the manufacture of wood, furniture, iron, machines, processed food, chemicals and textiles. Besides this, there are also museums, theaters and a technical collage. Be sure to make a stop over at Holstebro on your tour to Denmark.
Location
A municipality in the region of Midtjylland and on the peninsula of Jutland, this city lies towards the western part of Denmark.
History
The city of Holstebro emerged from a crossing near the Storåen, also called The Large River. In later years, a bridge was constructed. It is believed that the city got its name from holdested ved broen, which means "a resting place by the bridge." The name was first coined by Bishop Thyge of Ribe. In 1274 he used the name in one of his letters. An unfortunate fire spread to many parts of the town in 1552, completely devastating the buildings. In the 16th Century, the merchants from this region started trading with Netherlands. However, there was a decline in the economy in the 17th Century. With the growing need for industry in the 19th Century, and the expansion of Struer port, there was again growth and development.
Accommodation
You will find the most luxurious as well as most reasonable hotels here. There are 4-Star hotels offer its guests the best recreational and room facilities. Some of them include:
Best Western Hotel Schaumburg
Scandic Regina City
Hotels of a lower grade are also available. They provide to their guests a comfortable stay. They are:
Hotel Royal
Hotel Hilltop
Bw Hotel Eyde
Bw Hotel Gl Skivehus
Norre Vinkle Hotel
Grand Hotel Struer
Sightseeing
Tourist Destinations in Holstebro are a must see. Some of them are:
Cultural Centers
Peter Schaufuss Ballet is the most popular ballet company, while Odin Teatret is excellent for the theater.
The museums include:
Holstebro Art Museum
Holstebro Museum
Holstebro Festive Week
This is a cultural festival that is held every year in the latter part of summer.
Kayaking and Canoeing
A recreational activity that can be enjoyed by all sports lovers is Kayaking and Canoeing. Tourists can indulge in this sport in the 100 kilometer River Storåen. This is especially enjoyed during the summer months as well as the beginning of autumn. The sport is usually permitted from the 15th of June to the 31st of October.
These are just a few places of visit and activities that are held here. There are many more in store for the tourist. Denmark Tourism endeavors to make your tour of Holstebro a pleasant and memorable one.
travel.mapsofworld.com offers online information on Holstebro
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