Sidesporet's Music Café

Sidesporets Musikcafé – Culture, Music and Accommodation in the Heart of Holbæk

Sidesporets Musikcafé is located on Ahlgade in the centre of Holbæk and is far more than an ordinary hotel. Since the foundation Sidesporet was established in 1989, the venue has grown into a vibrant cultural hub combining accommodation, dining and live music under one roof. What started as a small café with a music stage has become an integral part of cultural life in this Isefjord town.

A Hotel with Character and History

The hotel has 26 individually furnished rooms that reflect the distinctive charm of the historic building on Ahlgade. Staying here is nothing like checking into an anonymous chain hotel – this is a place with soul and story. The central location makes Sidesporet the perfect base for exploring Holbæk and the surrounding Isefjord area. From the hotel, you can reach the harbour, the old town and the fjord on foot in just a few minutes.

Restaurant and Café

The in-house restaurant serves dishes inspired by local ingredients and the seasons. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming – a place where hotel guests and locals feel equally at home. The café has always been a meeting point for culture enthusiasts and music lovers in Holbæk, forming the social heart of the establishment.

Rotationen – Holbæk's Live Music Venue

In 2017, Sidesporet opened the concert venue Rotationen at Havnegade 3, just a short walk from the hotel right by Holbæk Harbour. Rotationen has quickly established itself as one of the most important concert halls in the region, offering a diverse programme ranging from rock and jazz to folk and electronic music. The proximity to the water gives the venue a special atmosphere that draws visitors from across Sjælland.

Kulturbiografen Frysehuset

The Sidesporet universe also includes Kulturbiografen Frysehuset, an arthouse cinema housed in a former cold storage building. Here, carefully curated films are screened – from international arthouse productions to new Danish releases. The cinema complements the cultural offering and makes Sidesporet a place where an entire evening of food, film and music can be planned.

Wellness by the Fjord

Sidesporet also operates the Tyrkisk Bad, a Turkish bathhouse, along with Søbadet Venedig and the winter swimming club Isrosen on Holbæk Fjord. Anyone looking for relaxation after a concert or a cinema evening will find the perfect combination of warmth and fresh sea air here. The bathing facilities by the fjord are a popular gathering spot for locals and visitors alike.

Experiences in the Area

Holbæk sits on the southern shore of the Isefjord and offers plenty of opportunities for nature and cultural experiences. Holbæk Fjord is ideal for walks and cycling along the waterfront. The nearby peninsula of Tuse Næs with its rolling hills and small farm shops is a hidden gem for food lovers. In Holbæk's old town, historic half-timbered houses and the Holbæk Museum invite exploration. For more inspiration and excursion ideas in the region, visit destinationsjaelland.dk.