All geology museums to visit in Denmark

Discover the Earth's secrets at 7 geology museums in Denmark. These museums feature exhibits on rocks, minerals, fossils, and the geological processes that shape our planet.

Are you fascinated by the Earth's natural history? These are the geology museums you should visit in Denmark:

  1. Fur Museum1

    Fur Museum

     Nederby
    The Fur Museum, located in Nederby on the island of Fur in the Limfjord, is a natural history museum that houses and displays an extensive collection of early Eocene fossils. These fossils are from the Fur Formation, a layer of earth commonly referred to as moleret, and the underlying Stolleklint Clay on Fur. This collection provides a unique insight into the geological history of the region.
  2. Daugbjerg Kalkgruber2

    Daugbjerg Kalkgruber

     Daugbjerg
    Daugbjerg Kalkgruber, situated 6 kilometers south of Stoholm and 16 kilometers west of Viborg, holds the distinction of being Denmark's oldest limestone mine. This historical significance adds a unique charm to the place, making it an interesting destination for tourists who appreciate history and geology.
  3. Moseløkken Quarry Museum3

    Moseløkken Quarry Museum

     Allinge-Sandvig
    The Moseløkken Quarry Museum is a technical museum situated on Hammerknuden on Bornholm. The museum's primary focus is on the stone industry of the island. It provides an in-depth look into the history and techniques of stone quarrying, making it an interesting destination for those interested in geology, history, or industrial processes.
  4. Natural History Museum of Denmark4

    Natural History Museum of Denmark

     Copenhagen
    In the corner of the Botanical Garden in Copenhagen, you will find the Natural History Museum of Denmark. Here close to Nørreport Station, you can experience the beautiful old mineral halls and explore the temporary exhibitions on the world of nature. The museum also manages the Zoological Museum in
  5. Steno Museet5

    Steno Museet

     Aarhus
    The Steno Museum (Steno Museet) is a science museum that is dedicated to the History of Science and Medicine and is part of the Faculty of Science & Technology of the Aarhus University. The museum features scientific instruments and many interactive activities.
  6. Geomuseum Faxe6

    Geomuseum Faxe

     Faxe
    The fossils on display came from the Faxe Limestone Quarry. The museum also presents the life of quarry workers.
  7. Dueholm Monastery7

    Dueholm Monastery

     Nykøbing Mors
    Museum Mors, formerly known as Morslands Historiske Museum, is a state-recognized cultural and geological museum. It is located on the island of Mors in Limfjorden. The museum is divided into four departments, each offering a unique perspective on the region's history and geology.