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Brickworks at Den Fynske Landsby

Authentic 19th-century brick-making workshop preserving Denmark's industrial heritage within a living open-air village museum.

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Step into a meticulously preserved 19th-century brickworks nestled within Den Fynske Landsby (Funen Village), an open-air museum near Odense, Denmark. This authentic workshop showcases the traditional craft of brick-making, complete with original kilns and period furnishings. Visitors can explore how skilled artisans produced bricks by hand and understand the vital role this industry played in Danish rural life. The brickworks is one of 30 historic buildings reassembled in a scenic woodland setting, offering a tangible connection to Denmark's pre-industrial heritage.

A brief summary to Brickworks

  • Sejerskovvej 20, Odense Municipality, Odense S, 5260, DK
  • Duration: 2 to 4 hours
  • Budget
  • Environment icon Outdoor
  • Mobile reception: 3 out of 5

Local tips

  • Visit during mid-June to mid-August for extended daily hours (9:30 AM–7 PM) and the highest likelihood of encountering costumed craftspeople demonstrations throughout the village.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for woodland terrain and uneven historic building floors; the brickworks and surrounding village require considerable walking across the site.
  • Arrive early in the day to experience the brickworks and village in quieter conditions and to allow adequate time for exploring all 30 buildings and attending any scheduled demonstrations.
  • Combine your visit with a scenic boat journey from Munke Mose in central Odense down the river, followed by a 15-minute walk through the woods—an experience that echoes historical access routes to the village.
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Getting There

  • Scenic Boat and Walk from Odense City Centre

    Depart from Munke Mose in central Odense by boat, travelling downstream along the river for approximately 20–25 minutes. Disembark at Erik Boghs Sti and follow the marked woodland walking path for 15 minutes to reach Den Fynske Landsby and the brickworks. One-way boat fare is approximately DKK 40 (€5.50) for adults and DKK 30 (€4) for children aged 10–15; children under 9 travel free. This route offers scenic views and avoids road traffic entirely.

  • Private Car from Odense

    Drive from central Odense to Sejerskovvej 20, Odense 5260, a journey of approximately 6–8 kilometres taking 12–15 minutes via local roads. The museum operates a free car park on site. GPS coordinates are 55.364°N, 10.384°E. Parking is ample and well-signposted; no reservation is required.

  • Taxi or Ride-Share Service

    Arrange a taxi or ride-share from Odense city centre to Sejerskovvej 20, Odense 5260. Journey time is approximately 12–15 minutes depending on traffic. Estimated fare is DKK 120–180 (€16–24) from central Odense. The driver can drop you at the museum entrance or car park.

  • Bicycle from Odense

    Cycle from central Odense via local cycling routes to Den Fynske Landsby, a distance of approximately 6–7 kilometres taking 20–30 minutes depending on route and fitness level. Odense is Denmark's most cycle-friendly city outside Copenhagen. Secure bicycle parking is available at the museum.

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A Living Window into Brick-Making Heritage

The Brickworks at Den Fynske Landsby preserves a crucial chapter of Danish industrial and rural history. This reconstructed 19th-century workshop demonstrates the labour-intensive process of brick production that sustained communities across Funen for generations. The building itself, authentically furnished and equipped with period tools, allows visitors to visualize the daily work of brickmakers who shaped the very materials used to construct Denmark's villages and towns. The presence of the original kiln—the heart of any brickworks—provides tangible evidence of the thermal engineering and craftsmanship required to transform clay into durable building material.

Setting and Architectural Context

Located within the Hunderup Woods on the outskirts of Odense, the brickworks occupies a deliberately chosen landscape that echoes its historical significance. The woodland setting mirrors the rural character of 19th-century Funen, where such workshops operated in relative isolation, drawing clay from local deposits and serving regional construction needs. The building's design and placement among 29 other reassembled structures—including a windmill, weaver's shop, farmstead, and village school—creates an immersive tableau of pre-industrial Danish life. This curatorial approach transforms individual buildings into a cohesive narrative of community interdependence and economic specialization.

Craftsmanship and Daily Operations

The brickworks exhibition reveals the skill and physical endurance required of brick-makers. Visitors encounter displays explaining clay preparation, moulding techniques, kiln-loading procedures, and the precise firing processes that determined brick quality. The workshop's layout and tools illustrate the sequential workflow that characterized brick production, from raw material to finished product. Interpretive materials contextualize this labour within the broader economy of rural Denmark, highlighting how brickmakers contributed to infrastructure development and how their craft evolved with technological change. The authenticity of furnishings and equipment grounds these narratives in material reality.

Integration Within the Village Museum

The brickworks functions as one component of Den Fynske Landsby's comprehensive portrait of village life. Visitors moving between the brickworks and adjacent buildings—such as the blacksmith's forge, weaver's workshop, and communal spaces—gain insight into how different trades and professions intersected within rural communities. Seasonal demonstrations by costumed craftspeople, including basket makers, spoon cutters, and weavers, animate the museum experience and illustrate the diversity of skills that sustained village economies. The presence of working animals and maintained gardens reinforces the agricultural context in which these crafts operated.

Visitor Experience and Accessibility

The brickworks welcomes visitors during the museum's operating season, allowing self-guided exploration of the building's interior and surrounding grounds. The woodland setting provides a contemplative atmosphere, though the terrain and historic building fabric present considerations for mobility. The museum's commitment to authentic reconstruction means visitors encounter uneven floors and period-appropriate spatial arrangements that reflect historical reality rather than modern comfort standards. Photography is permitted, enabling visitors to document architectural details and craft demonstrations. The experience rewards both casual visitors seeking picturesque heritage scenery and those conducting deeper research into Danish industrial and social history.

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