Venø is a small Danish island located in Limfjorden in the north of

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, north of Struer. It is long and has a maximum width of . With an area of , it has a population of 165 as of 1 January 2025.BEF4: Population 1. January by islands
The Mobile Statbank from "Danmarks Statistik." (Retrieved 6 January 2016.) Since 1958, there has been a ferry service from Venø Odde, the island's most southerly point, over the narrow sound to Kleppen. Venø's highest point, Forstov Bakke, is

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and has cliffs to the west. The island is a popular holiday destination with good beaches and camping facilities. The only village, Venø By, in the centre of the island has Denmark's smallest church as well as a small fishing harbour which is suitable for pleasure boats.

Venø Church

The church is difficult to date but it was probably built around the time of the Reformation (1536), making it the oldest building on the island. According to tradition, it is the smallest church in Denmark measuring only . The low ceiling and the limited

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(only about 50 places) reinforce this impression. The church is built of

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while brick has been used for the corners and later extensions. There is no tower as the church bell is inside the gable at the west end of the church.

Venø today

Most of the island's inhabitants work on the mainland but some still farm the land or are fishermen. The island has an exciting network of paths allowing for interesting walks with views over the Limfjord. Many varieties of land and sea birds frequent the island but the nature reserve around Nørskovvig is closed during the breeding season from 1 April to 15 July. The village inn, Venø Kro, has a cosy atmosphere while the island's summerhouses and camping sites offer accommodation. The sandy beaches around the island are suitable for children."Venø"
''Archipelago.nu''. Retrieved 15 June 2010.

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Venø Church

Venø today

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