Denmark
Samsø Rederi
The ferry to green-energy island Samsø
Est. 2014Sælvig, Samsø, Denmark
Photo: The LNG ferry Prinsesse Isabella — Fugit hora / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)- 4
- Routes
- 3
- Ports
- 1h
- Avg crossing
- Prinsesse Isabella (LNG) & Lilleøre
- Vessels
- 2014
- Founded
Samsø Rederi is the ferry to green-energy island Samsø, founded in 2014 and based in Sælvig, Samsø, Denmark. It operates 4 ferry routes serving 3 ports. Across its network, crossings average about 1h.
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Samsø Rederi departures today
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Timetables
Which routes does Samsø Rederi operate?
4 routes with live schedules.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aarhus Havn, Dokk1 (færge) → Sælvig Havn (færge) | 1h | 12 / wk | 1 | Denmark |
| Sælvig Havn (færge) → Aarhus Havn, Dokk1 (færge) | 1h | 11 / wk | 1 | Denmark |
| Hou Havn (færge) → Sælvig Havn (færge) | 1h | 7 / wk | 1 | Denmark |
| Sælvig Havn (færge) → Hou Havn (færge) | 1h | 7 / wk | 1 | Denmark |
Sælvig Havn (færge)2 routes
Aarhus Havn, Dokk1 (færge)1 route
Hou Havn (færge)1 route
Network
Where does Samsø Rederi sail?
Samsø Rederi sails to 3 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Car & passenger ferry
- LNG propulsion
- Passenger express to Aarhus
- Online booking
- Municipal ferry company of the island of Samsø
- Hou–Sælvig car ferry and an Aarhus–Sælvig passenger express
- Owned by Samsø Kommune, operating since 2014
- LNG-powered flagship Prinsesse Isabella (2015)
- Serves Samsø, famous as a renewable-energy island
About
About Samsø Rederi
Samsø Rederi is the municipal ferry company of Samsø, the Danish island in the Kattegat famous as a renewable-energy community. Owned by Samsø Kommune, it has run the island's ferry lifelines since 2014, carrying cars, passengers and freight across to the mainland of Denmark.
Samsø to the mainland
Its main car ferry links Hou in Jutland with Sælvig on Samsø in about an hour, while a fast passenger ferry connects Sælvig directly with central Aarhus. These crossings are the island's essential connection for residents and its many summer visitors.
Fleet and fares
The Hou route is worked by the LNG-powered Prinsesse Isabella (2015), christened by the Danish princess and carrying around 580 passengers and 160 cars, while the passenger express Lilleøre serves Aarhus. The clean-fuel ferry suits Samsø's green-energy identity. Fares are in Danish kroner, booked online.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was Samsø Rederi founded?
Samsø Rederi was founded in 2014, and is headquartered in Sælvig, Samsø, Denmark.
Where does Samsø Rederi sail?
Samsø Rederi operates 4 ferry routes and serves 3 ports in Denmark, including Aarhus Havn, Dokk1 (færge), Hou Havn (færge), Sælvig Havn (færge).
What facilities are available on Samsø Rederi ferries?
Samsø Rederi ferries typically offer Car & passenger ferry, LNG propulsion, Passenger express to Aarhus, Online booking. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a Samsø Rederi ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a Samsø Rederi departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with Samsø Rederi.
How do I find Samsø Rederi ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every Samsø Rederi route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with Samsø Rederi before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated July 19, 2026.
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