Mommark combines a sandy beach with a section of trail that crosses fields and passes through woodland, as well as several activities on the water. So the first thing to consider is what you want to define your stay: the beach and bathing jetty, the Alsstien landscape, paddling and fishing, or fish dishes and home-smoked specialities. Mommark’s transport history also places it as a former ferry and railway terminus.

Beach and landscape

Mommark Beach is a sandy beach with a bathing jetty and Blue Flag at Mommark Marina on Sydals. You can use the beach even if you are not staying at the campsite at Mommark Marina.

The Alsstien section between Fynshav and Mommark offers views across the Lillebælt to Fyn and Ærø. It crosses fields, runs alongside hedges, passes through woodland and goes by the beach. So the view is not limited to the coast: the route takes in several types of landscape. This gives it a different focus from the sandy beach and bathing jetty.

Paddling and fishing

Water activities offer both a nature experience and specific rental options. A paddling trip from Mommark offers the chance to experience marine nature and birdlife in a Natura 2000 area around the southern part of the holiday island of Als. Visitors can rent six sea kayaks and four SUP boards at Mommark Marina. When planning, you can decide whether a trip through the natural area to experience its birdlife or the option of renting a kayak or SUP is more suited to your interests.

There are also different ways to go fishing. The boat “Rasmus” is based in Mommark, is a former lobster trawler and is mainly used for fishing trips. If you are planning to go on a trip on the Rasmus, check in advance whether one is offered on your dates; operational details may change. You can also fish from the shore south of the town. The water is deep close to the coast there.

Fish dishes and smoked specialities

M|M Seaside Bistro serves homemade food and home-smoked specialities with a sea view. The menu also includes fresh fish dishes and products from its own smokehouse. An offering called “Smagen af Mommark” features smoked products from the bistro’s own smokehouse: smoked salmon in various styles, smoked pork tenderloin, aged bacon from Grambogård Dyrevelfærds-gris, and deli salads. The products listed range from fish and meat to salads. If food is a factor in choosing your destination, you’ll find specific specialities here rather than just a general description of local cuisine.

Mommark’s transport history

Mommark’s ferry terminal reached its heyday as the terminus of the Sønderborg–Mommark railway from 1933 to 1962. A ferry service from Mommark to Søby on Ærø was discontinued in 2009. These details describe two former transport connections: the first places the ferry terminal in the history of the railway, while the second marks the end of the service to Søby. So if you are looking for a ferry, don’t assume this historic route is still in operation.

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