Bornholm: the wonders of the craft island

12 locations

Located in the Baltic Sea, Bornholm is as unique as it is famous for its arts and craft. People from around the world come to discover the beautiful scenery and talented craftspeople located on the island. Follow our 12 recommendations to discover glassblowing, ceramics and woodturning here through the masterful hands of the artisans giving Bornholm its reputation.

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Eva Brandt

Working with stoneware and porcelain, ceramicist Eva Brandt is inspired by the island and the nature surrounding her.

Larsegade 23, 3700, Rønne, Denmark

Monday and Friday 11:00-15:00

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Christina Schou Christensen

The ceramics by Christina are all about combining different shapes and textures, achieving a unique result every time.

Værftsvej 6, 3730, Nexø, Denmark

By appointment only

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Rick Gerner & Johanne Jahncke

Glassblowers Rick Gerner and Johanne Jahncke connect their love of glassblowing and ceramics with their interest in geology and soil.

Grønnegade 5, 3730, Nexø, Denmark

By appointment only

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Morten Klitgaard

Having started glassblowing at the age of 10, Morten Klitgaard is today a recognised craftsman all over Europe.

Egevej 3, , Svaneke, Denmark

By appointment only

©Kim Karstensen

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Charlotte Thorup

Charlotte Thorup trained as a ceramicist on Bornholm before opening her own workshop to create various ceramic pieces.

Vestergade 11, 3740, Svaneke, Denmark

By appointment only

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Baltic Sea Glass

Baltic Sea Glass is all at once an atelier to meet craftspeople at work, a shop to acquire pieces and a gallery to discover.

Melstedvej 47, 3760, Gudhjem, Denmark

Daily 10:00-17:00

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Hans Henning Pedersen

A native of the island, Hans Henning Pedersen was born on Bornholm in 1950 and opened his own carpentry workshop in 1972.

Grevens Dal 58, 3760, Gudhjem, Denmark

By appointment only

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Maja Frendrup

Chairwoman for Bornholm’s Art and Crafts Association Maja Frendrup creates ceramic jars with local materials inspired by the island’s sea, forest and rock surfaces.

Strandgade 2, Sandvig, 3770, Allinge, Denmark

Monday to Saturday 10:00-16:00

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Timmi Kromann

Visit Timmi Kromann's workshop, where Nordic knitting traditions are brought to life, inspired by the unique nature of the island of Bornholm.

Braenderigaenget 4, 3740, Svaneke, Denmark

By appointment only

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Bornholms Keramikfabrik

Bornholms Keramikfabrik preserves a proud local ceramic tradition by crafting timeless and simple tableware.

Gl. Rønnevej 17D, 3730, Nexø, Denmark

By appointment only

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Alexandru Murar

Alexandru Murar, with a rare talent for throwing on the potter's wheel, creates abstract pieces that pay homage to domestic pottery.

Kildestræde 6, 3730, Nexø, Denmark

By appointment only

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Iben Birch Bech

Iben Birch Bech upcycles textiles and uses plant-based dyes to create functional, decorative, and wearable art pieces.

4 Bohnebakken, 3770, Allinge, Denmark

By appointment only

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