About Thisted
Thisted, which is the largest city in the Thy Region on the Jutland Peninsula of Denmark, is one of the vibrant cities of the country in terms of cultural and artistic events. Located on the northwest of the Jutland Peninsula, the city is also a port city. Thisted located on the shores of the Limfjord takes its name from Tyr, a god of victory and justice in Scandinavian mythology. The name of the city is supposed to be etymologically derived from the word 'Tyr en Stead'. The port of Thisted, located on Limfjord, has been actively used for local commercial activities since the 14th century.
The city, which has a dynamic structure in terms of economy, comes to the forefront with meat, metal and plastics sectors. In addition, beer production also contributes greatly to the economy of the city. Limfjord, one of the city's major tourism locations, is the favorite center of water sports such as sailing, surfing, canoeing, rowing, kayaking. In addition, fishing activities are also being carried out on the Limfjord.
Thisted has a lively cultural atmosphere in terms of festivals, concerts, musicals and theatre plays. These kinds of activities attract much attention from both local and foreign tourists throughout the year. Museums Center Hanstholm, Lodbjerg Lighthouse, Thisted National Park, Bulbjerg with its interesting rock formations on the Limfjord coasts, Kirsten Kjaer Museum and the Vorupor Museum are among the most popular sightseeing places in the city. The city, where a temperate climate dominates, receives significant precipitation all year round. Thisted Airport is located 15 kilometers of the city center.
