Embark on a ghost hunting adventure in Nordjylland.

Helnan Phønix Hotel is said to be haunted by three different ghosts. The hotel has a dark history dating back to 1853, when Brigadier William von Halling returned to Aalborg from India with slaves, whom he imprisoned in the cellar. Halling also had a wife who struggled to conceive, and it is rumored that for each year she remained childless, Halling would break one of her bones. Eventually, he is said to have sealed her alive in the cellar. This tragic history has given rise to numerous ghost stories, including sightings of a maid and a helpful dishwasher.

Aalborg Monastery is said to have two ghosts. One is a man who wanders restlessly through the halls on New Year's Eve. The other is a woman, though her identity is surrounded by different stories. Some say she was a nun who became pregnant by a monk, while others believe she had a tumultuous relationship with a wealthy man and died after being bricked up in the cellar. The woman is never seen, but her presence is felt as she breathes down people's necks when she passes by.

In the dungeon of Aalborghus Castle, the air is damp and stale, with darkness pervading every corner. This grim chamber has a history stretching back to 1620, when ten women were imprisoned here, accused of witchcraft. They spent a year in these harsh conditions before being condemned to the stake. Their crime was crafting a wax doll, which they named after a councilman's wife. 

The historic theater in Aalborg, located at Jernbanegade 11 for over 140 years and has seen its fair share of history. The theater is renowned for its resident ghosts as well as occasional spectral visitors. Notably, a few years ago, a night watchman and his dog were said to patrol the premises. Visitors occasionally reported seeing him walk straight through them rather than around.

The theater also attracts some unusual guests. On one memorable occasion, a group of ghostly Vikings attended a dress rehearsal, taking seats in the audience to enjoy the performance.

Budolfi Church has been a cornerstone of Aalborg since the 11th century. In the 1800s, it was believed that the devil had a lair at the top of the church tower, and folklore suggested that anyone who ventured too close to the church bells risked being attacked by him.

On the Budolfi Square, located beneath the church, you might come across a hearse. There is a local tale about a woman who once witnessed a ghostly procession of hearses passing by, and shortly after, someone in the area passed away. As a result, seeing a hearse is often interpreted as an omen of impending death.

The main building of Store Restrup was constructed in 1723, but references to the site date back to 1314, so it’s no wonder that the estate is said to be haunted. One of its resident ghosts is Iwer Rosenkrantz Levertzaw, who is believed to wander the grounds, tossing soil in a quest for a hidden treasure. Legend has it that when the manor eventually burns down, the treasure will be found—containing enough gold to restore the estate to its former glory.

Another spirit said to linger is a gentle white lady who roams the manor, particularly fond of young children. She is known to leave a soft smile and a tender kiss on the foreheads of sleeping toddlers.

On several occasions, people have reported seeing a mysterious woman in a black dress wandering through the castle's halls. Witnesses describe hearing the creak of a door followed by the sound of footsteps echoing through the great hall, eventually culminating in the tower room, where a dark deed may have occurred. Three potential candidates are often considered for the identity of this ghostly figure: Pernille Oxe, who built the North Wing; Karen Skeel, renowned for her ability to manipulate men; and Elisabeth Bille, known for her strict and formidable demeanor.

At Voergaard Castle, many stories of hauntings circulate. The castle's former owner, Ingeborg Skeel, infamous for her malevolent reputation, is often reported to be seen on the grounds. Her notorious past was marked by numerous dark deeds. Allegedly, she pushed her builder into the moat, severed children’s fingers to steal their grain, and murdered a pregnant girl in the tower room. The bloodstain on the floor of the tower room, which stubbornly resists any attempt to clean it, is said to be a lingering mark of her crimes.

During World War II, the coastal battery at Bangsbo Fort held a critical strategic position and witnessed numerous tragic events. Frederikshavn cemetery is the final resting place for over 1,500 war casualties. Additionally, the tale of a German aircraft that crashed into the sea south of Frederikshavn lives on as Denmark's only ghost plane, which lucky observers might still spot.

Today, Bangsbo Fort offers exhibits that wil send shivers down ones spines.

The main manor at Bangsbo has long been linked to stories of ghosts and hauntings. Reports from the manor include unexplained footsteps echoing in the attic, the haunting melody of a mysterious woman whose presence no one can locate, a builder who was sealed in a wall alive, and eerie visits from the notorious Ingeborg Skeel.

At the historic Ruths Hotel in Skagen, the spirit of one of its former owners, Johan Olaf Dahler, seems to linger. Guests occasionally find 2-kroner coins hidden throughout the hotel. The hotel's former housekeeper reported discovering these coins tucked away on top of paintings and sculptures on display. In old Danish, a 2-kroner coin was known as a "daler," which is also the name of the hotel's previous owner.

The staff at Ruths Hotel are convinced that these "dalers" were left by the former owner as a cryptic warning about a water leak they had in the lounge.

Skagen is world-renowned for its Skagen painters, who were captivated by the unique light in the area. One of these artists was P. S. Krøyer, who painted Hip, Hip, Hurra! in 1888. For many years, the painting was displayed in Gothenburg, but in 2005, when it was lent to the Skagens Museum, something new was discovered. A figure had appeared in the background of the painting. It is unknown whether this figure was always there or if it had emerged later.

Although the painting is currently exhibited in Gothenburg, you can visit the Skagens Museum and see if you can spot other intriguing figures in their collection.

At Hjorth's Badehotel in Skagen, you might encounter Engel Kristine, a tiny, stooped woman in a light summer dress. Engel Kristine lived a brief life at Hjorth's Badehotel in the early 20th century before succumbing to the Spanish flu.

The ambiance at the hotel still evokes the atmosphere of its opening in 1890, which might explain why Engel Kristine appears at all hours of the day. You may see her walking slowly and stooped, as though burdened by a heavy load, along the hotel's east side, past the white doors, around the gable, and then she disappears.

The waters surrounding Læsø have long been notorious for their dangers, with numerous reefs and shallow areas. Over time, this treacherous environment has led to approximately 1,100 shipwrecks and strandings around Læsø. During impoverished periods, wreckage and cargo from these disasters were highly sought after. In fact, locals were known to have killed shipwrecked sailors who washed ashore and buried them in the dunes to claim the spoils.

The many sailors buried in the dunes are said to rest uneasily and haunt the area after dark. Consequently, no Læsø residents dare to venture onto the beach once night falls.