Nexø Museum: Bornholm’s Maritime and Wartime Memory Keeper
Discover Nexø’s dramatic wartime history, seafaring legacy, and local resilience at this harborside museum on Bornholm’s evocative east coast.
Nexø Museum, set in a picturesque harbor building on Bornholm’s eastern coast, brings to life the seafaring, fishing, and dramatic occupation-era history of Nexø—the island’s second largest town. Expect immersive displays on World War II, Soviet bombings, and the town’s vital role as a Baltic port, alongside maritime artifacts and personal stories of resilience.
A brief summary to Hjorths Fabrik
- Krystalgade 5, Rønne, 3700, DK
- +4526215565
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4 pm
Local tips
- The museum is compact but rich in detail—allocate at least an hour for a thorough visit.
- Some displays, especially about WWII and the Soviet years, are best appreciated by adults and older children.
- Check for special seasonal exhibits, which sometimes showcase Baltic craft or local artists.
- The museum café offers scenic harbor views—ideal for a short break after exploring the exhibits.
- Harbor parking can fill up quickly in summer; consider using a public lot slightly inland.
Getting There
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Car
Arriving from the heart of Bornholm, visitors will find Nexø’s harbor area well signposted and easy to recognize by its cluster of fishing vessels and waterfront cafés. The museum is situated close to the water, right among the most active part of the port. Parking is available nearby, though spaces may be limited during peak summer afternoons or local events. No tolls are charged for the approach. Expect to pay around 10-20 DKK per hour for parking in the main harbor lot.
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Public Transport
Regular regional buses connect Rønne, Bornholm’s main town, with Nexø throughout the day. Journey time is typically 40–55 minutes by coach, with single adult tickets costing around 40–50 DKK. Once in Nexø, the museum is easily reached by a short walk from the central bus hub, with the harbor’s masts and fishing boats providing a clear point of orientation.
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Bicycle
Bornholm’s excellent cycling routes make for a scenic approach—expect a two to three hour leisurely ride from Rønne across the island’s southeastern countryside. On arrival, the harbor and museum appear unmistakably ahead, framed by the open sea. Ample bike racks are provided by the waterfront, with no cost for bicycle parking.
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Walking
If you’re staying in Nexø itself, the museum is ideally located on the harbor—just a gentle stroll from local guesthouses, bakeries, and shops. Follow the coastline toward the area with the highest concentration of fishing boats and warehouses, where the museum building stands out with its traditional white facade.
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