Dunkel - Experiences in the dark by the Wadden Sea

On this page you can keep up to date with activities and events in connection with Dunkel - experiences in the dark - 10th-19th October 2025.

The dark forms the framework for experiences in the autumn. Come out and experience stargazing, the phenomenon of the Black Sun, go on a Ghostwalk or a Guardian Tour in the dark streets of Ribe.

Come and experience the unique darkness by the Wadden Sea, where exciting adventures await you.

PRELIMINARY PROGRAM

Friday, 10th October
16:00 Black Sun (with bus)
17:00 Black Sun (in own car)
20:00 The Night Watchman in Ribe

Saturday, 11th October
16:00 Black Sun (with bus)
17:00 Black Sun (in own car)
20:00 The Night Watchman in Ribe

Sunday, 12th October
17:00 Black Sun (in own car)
20:00 The Night Watchman in Ribe

Monday, 13th October
16:15 Black Sun (in own car)
18:00 Open studio at Nordensgaard.dk
19:00 Dark atmosphere at Tina Kolding, Fanø
19:00 Dark experiences in Gallery Lotte Lambæk
20:00 The Night Watchman in Ribe

Tuesday, 14th October
16:15 Black Sun (in own car)
20:00 The Night Watchman in Ribe

Wednesday, 15th October
15:15 Black Sun (with bus)
16:15 Black Sun (in own car)
20:00 The Night Watchman in Ribe

Thursday, 16th October
15:15 Black Sun (with bus)
16:15 Black Sun (in own car)
20:00 The Night Watchman in Ribe

Friday, 17th October
15:15 Black Sun (with bus)
16:15 Black Sun (in own car)
20:00 The Night Watchman in Ribe

Saturday, 18th October
15:15 Black Sun (with bus)
16:15 Black Sun (in own car)
20:00 The Night Watchman in Ribe

Sunday, 19th October
20:00 The Night Watchman in Ribe

Monday, 20th October
11:00 Exhibition and sale on Fanø: Inspired by dusk and the darkness of the night sky

Tuesday, 21st October
15:30 Exhibition and sale on Fanø: Inspired by dusk and the darkness of the night sky

Dark Sky Mandø rental boxes

Dark Sky Mandø boxes for rent at Mandø Kro, Café Mandøpigen and in Brugsen.

Photo: Lars Roed, Photos by Roed

Dark Sky Park Mandø

Mandø is one of the darkest places in Denmark and therefore it is obvious to establish a Dark Sky Park on Mandø.With its location on the Wadden Sea, Mandø is an important part of a unique natural area.

The Night Watchman's Rounds in Ribe

Ribes Night Watchman creates a very special mood that takes you back to a time without modern policem en and alarms. The Night Watchman sings his songs and tells the dramatic stories about the history of Ribe.