Once a Danish farming community, it is now mostly a large cemetery. A museum which shows off its cultural pride and a hard working Danish community make this a fascinating town to visit. A thriving town in Matagorda County, it has much to see and do. There is antiquing with Market Days on the Square with crafts, shopping, fine stores, historic homes, and a museum. Matagorda A coastal town with miles of beachfront property, Matagorda is located on the Colorado River with fishing on both beach and riverfront.
Intracoastal waterways make water recreation a top priority when visiting.