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History and culture beyond Copenhagen

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The cities and areas outside Copenhagen are full of exciting culture and history that you can explore either on your own or at one of the many museums that are often only a short drive away. Use this guide and get inspired to explore the exciting history of Denmark. 

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Kronborg Castle - UNESCO World Heritage
photo: Thomas Rafn-Larsen

Kronborg Castle - UNESCO World Heritage

Drama-packed Kronborg is one of Northern Europe’s finest Renaissance castles. 

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The Open Air Museum
photo: Brittany Overgaard

The Open Air Museum

The Open Air Museum, Frilandsmuseet, is one of the oldest and largest open air museums in the world.

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Middelalderlandsbyen
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Middelalderlandsbyen

Visit a Middelalderlandsbyen in Brøndby and step into a true time warp. Here, both children and adults can enjoy a historically educational and active experience visiting the midieval times.

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Dragør Fort
photo: Daniel Rasmussen

Dragør Fort

From closed military facility to unique recreational area. Dragør Fort gives you a unique insight into the history of the Danish military and provides the setting for everything from family outings to...

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Amagermuseet
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Amagermuseet

Explore the old well-preserved farms in green and idyllic surroundings and imagine what life was like as an Amager farmer in the old days.

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Dragør Old Town
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Dragør Old Town

Dragør Old Town is one of the best-preserved towns in Denmark. Many of the low houses were built between the 18th and 19th centuries, and the small winding alleys hide many quirky details from that ti...

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Oplevelsescenter Vestvolden
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Oplevelsescenter Vestvolden

Dive into an exciting and important piece of Danish history at Vestvolden, which was part of the Copenhagen Fortifications and is a large area filled with exercise trails, museums and military facilit...

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Karen Blixen Museum, Rungstedlund
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Karen Blixen Museum, Rungstedlund

In the city of Rungsted, you will find the charming and historic house Rungstedlund. The authentic author home of Karen Blixen is today a museum, Bird Sanctuary and lovely café.

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