The Old Town
About This Museum
What truly sets The Old Town apart is that it isn't just a museum—it's an entire historic neighborhood, a living, breathing recreation of a Danish market town from the era of Hans Christian Andersen. You don't just look at exhibits; you stroll down cobbled streets and peer into the workshops of a bookbinder and a clockmaker, all furnished with painstaking authenticity. It’s a place where history feels immediate, as if the townsfolk have just stepped away for a moment. This immersive quality makes it an unforgettable journey back to the 19th century.
Collection Highlights
Beyond the 75 period buildings, you'll find quirky treasures like an old-fashioned toy shop brimming with wooden dolls and a vintage pharmacy stocked with mysterious jars. Don't miss the elegant Aarhus Theatre, perfectly preserved within the complex, or the chance to see historical tradespeople in costume demonstrating their crafts.
Visitor Information
It's wonderfully located right in central Aarhus, making it an easy addition to any city visit. For the full experience, try to come on a day when they're baking bread in the old ovens—the smell alone is worth the trip!
Architecture & Building
The museum is composed of 75 original historic houses gathered from all over Denmark, primarily showcasing half-timbered structures from the 18th and 19th centuries that are arranged to form a genuine, lived-in streetscape.
Contact & Location
Address: Den Gamle By, Røn Bendix plads, Fuglebakken, Aarhus, Aarhus Kommune, Region Midtjylland, 8000, Danmark
Phone: +45 86 12 31 88
Website: Visit Website
