Østerby between aviation history and fjord landscape

Østerby combines an unusual aviation history with striking traces along Ringkøbing Fjord. Those who choose a holiday apartment in Østerby for their vacation will find inspiration for very different kinds of days: Danish aviation takes centre stage at Danmarks Flymuseum, while Stauning Havn and Rundhøj reveal other sides of the surrounding area. For families and curious travellers, this creates a combination of technology, history and landscape that can be tailored to personal interests.

Aviation at Danmarks Flymuseum

Danmarks Flymuseum displays around 60 aircraft associated with Danish aviation history. A particular highlight is the true-to-the-original replica of Ellehammer’s aircraft from 1906. This contrast between an extensive collection and a single early aircraft makes the museum visit varied: You can follow the development of aviation through numerous exhibits while also getting to know a specific example from its early beginnings.

The museum is located in Stauning at Lufthavnsvej 1, 6900 Skjern, on cadastral parcels 6q and 82 of Østerby By, Stauning. The history of the site also includes KZ & Veteranfly Klubben, one of the associations based at Stauning Airport. Those interested in aircraft, technology or Danish history can consciously combine these themes when planning their day, without limiting their stay to a single subject.

Harbour, fjord coast and historical traces

Stauning Havn is a small fjord harbour in the Østerby area on the eastern shore of Ringkøbing Fjord. Small fishermen’s huts stand in the inner part of the harbour, near Østerby. Their use and external appearance are subject to special restrictions. This makes the harbour interesting not only as a landscape feature, but also as a place where local use remains visible. During your visit, pay attention to the special design of these huts and respect the applicable regulations.

The Stauning Batteri is also located in the Østerby area near Stauning. It was built by the Germans in 1943 during the Second World War with four French 194 mm guns. The site is fenced off because cattle graze there and is not directly accessible. This restriction is part of realistic visit planning: The Batteri can be understood as a historical trace without assuming access to the site.

Another striking feature is Rundhøj in Østerby. The grass- and heather-covered hill, located on a boundary, measures 2 × 7 × 12 m and has an opening at the top. Its unusual dimensions and the visible feature at its summit make it a distinctive landscape detail. If you are travelling with children, the combination of a definite shape, an open setting and a mysterious opening can provide an opportunity for shared discovery, without turning the visit into a purely museum-based programme.

Which accommodation suits your travel plans?

When choosing your accommodation in Østerby, you can base your decision on the focus you want for your trip. For a stay centred on technology and history, Danmarks Flymuseum, Stauning Airport and Stauning Batteri are the main attractions. Those who prefer to explore the landscape and local features can include Stauning Havn and Rundhøj in their plans. Both perspectives can be combined, but your choice of holiday apartment should suit the pace you want for your trip: several focused discoveries or individual destinations with more time to explore the surrounding area.

To compare other destinations, you can also visit Lem, Bjerregård, Borris, Ringkøbing, Nørre Lyngvig, Klegod, Muldbjerg and Tim. This allows you to compare Østerby with other places and choose the accommodation region that best suits your travel interests.

For the overarching travel overview: Ringkøbing-Skjern Municipality.