Since it opened in 1907, Skagen Havn (Skagen Harbor) has been one of the major attractions of the town. It's seen at its best when the boats come back to land their catches (times vary). For early risers, the fish auction at the crack of dawn is a popular attraction. Mid-May to mid-October, the oldest part of the harbor is a haven for the boating crowds centered around one of the marinas. Many yachting people in Jutland use Skagen as their favorite harbor haven.
Gammel Skagen (Old Town) lies 2.5km (1 1/2 miles) from Skagen Havn. Signs point the way. Originally, Gammel Skagen was the fishing hamlet -- that is, until Skagen Havn opened in 1907. Today, Gammel Skagen is a little resort town with large beach hotels that are mainly timeshares.
An attraction worth exploring is Rådjerg Mile, a migrating dune moving at the rate of about 11m (36 ft.) annually. Located 16km (10 miles) south of town, it can be reached via Kandestederne. This dune was formed on the west coast in the 16th century during the great sand drift that characterized the landscape until the 20th century. The dune continues to move yearly, eastward toward the forest.
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