All industrial & heritage museums to visit in Denmark

Explore the impact of industry on society at 20 industrial heritage museums in Denmark. These museums showcase the history of manufacturing, technology, and labor.

Are you curious about the history of industry and innovation? These are the top industrial heritage museums in Denmark:

  1. Bornholmertårnet1

    Bornholmertårnet

     Vallehuse
    One of the most striking features of the station is a 70-meter high concrete tower. This tower was previously equipped with advanced collection equipment, making it a significant part of the station's operations.
  2. Bornholm's Farming Museum2

    Bornholm's Farming Museum

     Melsted
    Melstedgård, also known as Bornholm's Farming Museum, is located 13 kilometres west of Svaneke on the Danish island of Bornholm. This old farm serves as a unique insight into the agricultural history of the region, offering visitors a chance to explore the traditional farming practices and lifestyle of the past.
  3. Nivaagaard Brickworks3

    Nivaagaard Brickworks

     Nivå
    Nivaagaard Brickworks, located in Nivå in North Zealand, Denmark, is a significant historical site. Its former Hoffmann kiln, a unique piece of industrial heritage, was listed on the Danish registry of protected buildings and places in 1985. Today, it operates as a museum known as Ringovnen, offering visitors a glimpse into the brick-making industry of the past.
  4. The Old Mill Museum at Gl. Rye4

    The Old Mill Museum at Gl. Rye

     Gammel Rye
    The Gl. Rye Mølle is a Dutch windmill that stands as a historical monument in the town of Gammel Rye, Skanderborg Municipality. Constructed in 1872, the windmill is built on a foundation of boulders, showcasing the architectural prowess of the time.
  5. Denmarks Tractor Museum5

    Denmarks Tractor Museum

     Eskilstrup
    The Danmarks Traktormuseum, also known as Denmark's Tractor Museum, is situated in the town of Eskilstrup on the Danish island of Falster. This location is easily accessible and offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich history of tractors and engines in Denmark.
  6. Moseløkken Quarry Museum6

    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.
  7. The Workers Museum7

    The Workers Museum

     Copenhagen
    The Workers' Museum in Copenhagen is dedicated to the history of the workers in Denmark and the Danish labor movement. Founded in 1983, the museum is housed in the historic union house of the Danish trade unions from 1879. A significant part of the exhibition is devoted to the daily lives of the wor
  8. The Limfjord Museum8

    The Limfjord Museum

     Løgstør
    The Limfjord Museum, situated by Frederik the VII's canal on the western outskirts of Løgstør, is a fishing museum that primarily showcases tools, vessels, and other items from past fishing activities in Limfjorden. This museum provides a unique insight into the history and culture of fishing in the region, making it a fascinating destination for those interested in maritime history.
  9. Post & Tele Museum9

    Post & Tele Museum

     Copenhagen
    The Post & Tele Museum was Denmark’s national museum of post and telecommunications. It closed in 2017 and reopened on a new location as the Enigma Museum.
  10. Frederiks Vaerk Museum of Industry10

    Frederiks Vaerk Museum of Industry

     Frederiksværk
    Large museum consisting of several industrial sites. Its main highlight is the gunpowder plant preserved in the original state.
  11. Stevns Lighthouse11

    Stevns Lighthouse

     Højerup
    Stevns Lighthouse, also referred to as Højerup Lighthouse, is situated to the north of Stevnsfortet. The site is home to two lighthouses, the first of which was constructed between 1816 and 1818, while the second was built from 1877 to 1878. The latter is currently active and is the more prominent of the two structures.
  12. Dorf Mollegard12

    Dorf Mollegard

     Dorf Kirkeby
    Dorf Mølle or Dorf Møllegård is a unique double complex that includes a watermill, windmill, and mill farm. It is situated in the scenic region of Vendsyssel, approximately seven kilometers north of Dronninglund. This location offers visitors a chance to explore the historical and architectural aspects of the mill complex, while also enjoying the natural beauty of the surrounding area.
  13. Ringsted Radio Museum13

    Ringsted Radio Museum

     Ringsted
    The Ringsted Radiomuseum is a unique museum located in Ringsted, a town in the region of Midtsjælland. It is dedicated to the exhibition of various radios, providing a fascinating insight into the evolution of this technology.
  14. Paper Museum14

    Paper Museum

     Silkeborg
    The former paper factory has been transformed to museum shedding light on the paper-making history and techniques.
  15. Geomuseum Faxe15

    Geomuseum Faxe

     Faxe
    The fossils on display came from the Faxe Limestone Quarry. The museum also presents the life of quarry workers.
  16. Enigma – Museum of Post, Tele and Communication16

    Enigma – Museum of Post, Tele and Communication

     Copenhagen
    The Enigma – Museum of Post, Tele and Communication is an interactive museum in Copenhagen that is dedicated to communication. The collection includes old phones, first mobile phones or even letters dating back to the 17th century.
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    Danish Foundry Museum

     Nykøbing Mors
    The Danish Foundry Museum, also known as Støberimuseet, is a unique institution dedicated to the industrial history, iron foundry, and cast iron. It is situated in the town of Nykøbing Mors. This museum offers a deep dive into the world of ironworks and the history of the industry, making it a fascinating destination for those interested in industrial heritage.
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    Ulstrup Mill

     Ulstrup
    Recently renovated Dutch gallery mill. Perfect vantage point and a reminder of the region's history.
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    Bornholm Technical Collection

     Dammen
    Bornholms Tekniske Samling, a technical museum, is situated in Allinge on the island of Bornholm. This location offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the technical history of the region in a picturesque setting.
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    Roedvig Shipmotor Museum

     Rødvig
    The Rødvig Ship Motor Museum, situated in the scenic town of Rødvig on Zealand, Denmark, is a unique technical museum that was established in 1987. It offers a fascinating insight into the history and development of ship engines, making it an interesting destination for both maritime enthusiasts and those curious about industrial history.