Stege

The heart of the island

Stege sits on the west coast of Møn and, with just under 4,000 residents, is the island's largest town and its main hub for shops and services. If you're arriving over the bridge to Møn, you'll almost certainly pass through Stege, this is where the shops, supermarkets, restaurants and bus network all come together. For most visitors, Stege makes a practical base, with the rest of the island within easy reach.

A rich trading history

In the Middle Ages, Stege grew wealthy on the herring trade and was fortified accordingly. From that era survives the striking town gate Mølleporten, one of the few surviving medieval town gates in Denmark. Around Stege Kirke and along the cobbled lanes stand well-preserved half-timbered houses, while the town museum Empiregården tells the story of the town and the island.

Harbour and everyday life

Fishing boats and yachts line Stege's harbour, with cafés and small shops behind inviting you to browse. Unlike the island's purely day-trip spots, Stege is a lively working town, handy for picking up supplies, a restaurant meal or the weekly market. From here it's only around 25 minutes to Møns Klint in the east.