Are you interested in experiencing history firsthand? These are the best open air museums in Denmark:
1Ribe Viking Centre
DamhusVisiting this living history settlement is a great way how to learn about Vikings and actually experience the way they lived. 2Den Gamle By
AarhusDen Gamle By is an open-air town museum in Aarhus that is focused on illustrating Danish town culture. The museum consists of 75 historical buildings collected from 20 settlements from all over Denmark. The town with its buildings as a whole is the main attraction but most buildings can also be visi 3Maribo Open-Air Museum
MariboThe Maribo Open-Air Museum is situated on the western outskirts of Maribo, on the Danish island of Lolland. It is conveniently located near the northern banks of Søndersø Lake, making it an ideal destination for those who enjoy both history and nature. The museum's location offers visitors the opportunity to explore the rich history of the region while also enjoying the natural beauty of the surrounding area. 4Viking Village
RisbyVikingelandsbyen, located in the northern part of Albertslund Municipality at Risby, is a historical workshop and open-air museum. Established in 1992, the village offers a unique glimpse into the Viking era. Visitors can explore the three small pit houses and a farmhouse that are part of the village. 5Frøstrup Minilandsby
FrøstrupScale 1:10 miniature village that reflects how it looked like at the beginning of the 20th century. 6Land of Legends
LejreOne of the highlights of Sagnlandet Lejre is its working workshops, where visitors can witness the creation of crafts from historical and prehistoric times. These workshops include a weaving workshop, a pottery, and a forge. Here, tools, costumes, and household utensils are made for use in the center's reconstructed environments. This provides a unique opportunity for visitors to see how items from the past were made and used.