Nexø Museum: Bornholm’s Story Through Local Eyes
Discover Bornholm’s dramatic maritime, wartime, and everyday history in a harborside museum filled with evocative exhibitions and authentic local stories.
Nexø Museum, set on the scenic harborfront in the town of Nexø, is a captivating place to experience Bornholm’s maritime roots and evolving social history. The museum, housed in a historic merchant’s building, features engaging exhibits on seafaring, fishing, German occupation during WWII, and the region’s transformation. Visitors can explore restored interiors, artifacts, models of vessels, and collections tied to the life and resilience of the island’s people.
A brief summary to Nylars Church
- Nylars, Kirkevej 10K, Aakirkeby, 3720, DK
- +4556999003
- Visit website
Local tips
- Allow extra time to explore both the permanent collections and any temporary exhibitions.
- Multilingual displays are available, but staff are happy to help clarify special details.
- The museum is set close to the waterfront and harbour cafés—combine your visit with a coffee overlooking the sea.
- Some areas of the historic building feature stairs; visitors with mobility challenges may want to check access in advance.
Getting There
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Public Transport
Frequent buses connect Rønne with Nexø, the island’s second-largest town, making the journey in 30–40 minutes. Nexø’s central bus terminal is a short, pleasant walk from the harbor area. Adult tickets typically cost DKK 25–35, and services run hourly on most days.
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Taxi
Taxis from Rønne or other major Bornholm towns reach Nexø’s harbor in around 30 minutes. Fares are usually in the range of DKK 350–450 depending on start point, with taxis dropping passengers steps from the museum entrance.
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Driving
Visitors arriving by car can follow the main island routes to Nexø. Parking is available in lots near the waterfront, just a short stroll from the museum. Most parking is free or low-cost (DKK 5–10 per hour), but the area can be busy during summer market days.
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Walking
For those staying in Nexø itself, the museum is prominently set on the harbor, within easy walking distance of the main commercial streets, cafés, and seaside promenade.
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