Nyord, Island in Vordingborg Municipality, Denmark
Nyord is a small island in the Baltic Sea, just north of Møn. It covers about 2 square miles (5 square kilometers), with a village, a church, a museum, and a small harbor.
For a long time, the islanders lived off farming, fishing, and piloting ships through the difficult waters. In 1769, they bought the island from the crown, and piloting continued until 1966.
The village keeps a traditional look, with thatched cottages and farmhouses clustered around the church and harbor. Many houses still have their original character, and the local museum tells the story of daily life on the island.
You reach the island by a narrow bridge from Møn, and the village is easy to explore on foot. Bring binoculars for birdwatching, as the marshes are a key spot for waterfowl.
Before the bridge was built in 1968, a small post boat called Røret brought people and goods to the island. It was so small that cows and horses had to swim alongside it.
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