Vang

Tucked into the rugged granite coast of western Bornholm, Vang is a small, atmospheric harbor village surrounded by some of the island’s most striking natural scenery. Once a center of granite quarrying, it has transformed into a quiet haven for hikers, photographers, and travelers drawn to Bornholm’s wild western light. The landscape here is dramatic — steep cliffs, forested slopes, and the dark blue of the Baltic stretching endlessly to the horizon. The combination of raw geology and human traces gives Vang a mood that’s both powerful and poetic.

The heart of the village is its small stone harbor, built from the same granite that defines the surrounding cliffs. Fishing boats rest beside weathered piers, and the air smells of salt and pine. Just south of the harbor lies the Vang Granite Quarry (Vang Granitbrud), a spectacular open landscape of exposed rock terraces, quarry lakes, and panoramic viewpoints over the coast. Walking here feels like exploring a natural amphitheater carved by both time and labor — a place where nature has reclaimed what industry once shaped.

In the evening, the low Baltic sun sets directly over the sea, casting the cliffs in glowing orange light and turning the water to silver. Few places on Bornholm capture the island’s duality so perfectly — the strength of stone and the softness of light. Whether viewed from the cliffs above or the quiet pier below, Vang embodies the wild beauty of Bornholm’s west coast: simple, rugged, and endlessly inspiring.

Best time to visit

• Sunset for the best light on the cliffs and sea.
• Morning for calm air and soft tones over the quarry.
• Autumn for golden foliage contrasting with the granite.

Practical tips

• Parking available near Vang harbor; short walks to quarry viewpoints.
• Small café and picnic areas in summer.
• Bring sturdy shoes — rocky terrain and uneven paths.
• Combine with Jons Kapel, Helligpeder, and Teglkås for a west-coast photo route.