Gudhjem
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Gudhjem is a small town and fishing port on the northern coast of the Baltic island of Bornholm, Denmark. Its population is 736 (1 January 2023).[1]
Gudhjem is a popular venue for tourists who are attracted by its steep, picturesque streets, views and atmosphere.[2]
History
Its history as a fishing village goes back many years. The former church,
Greenwich meridian
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Landmarks
Gudhjem Mølle, Denmark's largest windmill, which stands at the top of the hill down into the town, was constructed in 1893. Taken out of service in 1962, it now houses a shop and a café.[5]
Gudhjem is home to the Oluf Høst Museum where Bornholm's celebrated painter, Oluf Høst, spent the latter part of his life. 55°12′37″N 14°58′19″E / 55.21028°N 14.97194°E
Gallery
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Gudhjem from west
References
- ^ "BY3: Population 1st January, by urban areas" The Mobile Statbank from Statistics Denmark
- ^ Gudhjem town portal (in Danish)
- ^ Bornholm.info Archived 1 April 2010 at the Wayback Machine (in Danish)
- ^ Bornholm Museum Archived 19 August 2009 at the Wayback Machine (in Danish)
- ^ "Gudhjem Mølle", Den Store Danske. (in Danish) Retrieved 4 November 2012.
External links
Media related to Gudhjem at Wikimedia Commons
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