Silkeborg Bunkermuseum: Echoes of Occupation
Relive Central Jutland’s wartime past at Silkeborg Bunkermuseum, an immersive WWII command bunker with original artifacts and deep stories from Denmark’s occupation.
Silkeborg Bunkermuseum, set within an authentic WWII-era German military bunker in Silkeborg, immerses visitors in Denmark's wartime history. This atmospheric site reveals how the Nazi occupation transformed both landscape and lives in Central Jutland, with original command rooms, period artifacts, and moving personal stories.
A brief summary to Silkeborg Bunkermuseum
- Gjessøvej 42, C, Silkeborg, 8600, DK
- +4540180739
- Visit website
Local tips
- Plan your visit for Sunday afternoons—opening hours are limited, so check the latest times before arrival.
- The site’s original concrete bunker architecture can be chilly year-round; a light jacket is recommended, even in summer.
- Combine your museum visit with a forest walk nearby for a unique blend of history and nature.
- Most exhibits are in Danish, but visitor handouts in English or German are usually available at the entrance.
Getting There
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Walking
From Silkeborg’s central square, it’s a pleasant 25–30-minute walk through residential neighborhoods toward the outskirts where leafy woods blend with signs of history. The museum is marked by wartime-era fencing and the distinctive concrete entrance nestled at the forest edge.
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Public Transport
Local buses connect Silkeborg’s center to stops near the museum, typically with a short ride of about 10–15 minutes. A standard adult ticket costs around 24–30 DKK. From the nearest bus stop, expect a brief walk through green surroundings before reaching the museum entrance.
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Taxi
A taxi journey from central Silkeborg takes approximately 8–12 minutes and generally costs 110–140 DKK. Taxis can drop passengers directly outside the main entrance, but pre-booking is advised on Sundays.
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Driving
Visitors arriving by car can use the small car park immediately adjacent to the museum entrance. Parking is typically free, but spaces may be limited on weekends during opening hours.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Silkeborg Vesterskov mindesten
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Silkeborg Water Tower
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Himmelbjerget rutebåd
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Unmissable attractions to see
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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