A black hat shaped rock lies beneath the waves. That’s the legend of Sorthat. Welcome to Sorthat-Muleby a village on Bornholm’s southwest coast. Sorthat and Muleby are now one urban area. But they have separate identities. Sorthat’s name comes from that submerged rock. A giantess from Sweden supposedly hurled it at a man. The rock missed its target. It sank creating Sorthat which means Black Hat.
Muleby’s name has a different origin. It refers to the shape of the land. Old maps show it resembles a horse’s muzzle. This explains the name Muzzle town. The area boasts a fascinating history. It shows the impact of coal gravel clay and lake chalk quarrying. These activities left behind three picturesque lakes. Remains of old coastal defenses stand as silent witnesses. Entrenchments batteries and a beacon still exist. They guard the coast. They remind us of Bornholm’s history.
Near Klinkerskoven woods the Sorthat Battery with its cannons remains. It is a reminder of times past. In the fields nearby prehistorical remains exist. A Bronze Age grave site testifies to ancient settlements. Hasle Klinker- og Chamottestensfabrik once thrived here. This factory made heat-refracting tiles. The yellow tiles are now pavement stones in Bornholm’s towns. The factory closed in 1997. A cement factory opened in 1947 and still operates today employing about 50 people.
Sorthat Odde is special. It is a coastal strip teeming with wildflowers. Crowberry heather linnea and smyrnium grow there. They add to the area’s beauty. Sorthat-Muleby is a place of contrasts. It offers tranquility and history. It blends modern life with reminders of its rich past. The area is a mix of residential housing and nature. It retains the charm of a small village. It attracts residents and visitors alike. Explore Sorthat-Muleby. Discover its beauty and its stories. Feel the history beneath your feet. This is a place where legend and reality intertwine. Enjoy your stay in this unique part of Bornholm.