Besættelsesmuseum Fyn: Funen’s WWII Resistance and Occupation Museum
A unique World War II museum near Odense exploring Funen’s occupation, resistance, and daily life, with original artifacts and riveting personal stories.
Besættelsesmuseum Fyn, located near Odense in Nordfyn, is a museum devoted to the history of Funen during the German occupation of Denmark (1940-45). Housed in an authentic wartime building, this museum immerses visitors in stories of local resistance, collaboration, and daily life under occupation. Exhibits include original artifacts, period settings, and unique documents that bring the bravery, fear, and moral dilemmas of the era to life. The museum is open only the first Sunday each month, creating an intimate, almost secretive atmosphere.
A brief summary to Tidens Samling
- Brandts Klædefabrik, Farvergården 7, Odense C, Odense C, 5000, DK
- +4565911942
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-4 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-4 pm
- Thursday 10 am-4 pm
- Friday 10 am-4 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Plan your visit for the first Sunday of the month—the museum is only open then and the atmosphere is especially authentic and uncrowded.
- Volunteers often have deep local knowledge; engage them for unique oral histories and insight beyond the exhibits.
- Dress warmly—many displays are in the original air raid shelter, which is unheated and can be cool even in summer.
- Photography is usually allowed but flash may be restricted to protect original documents and artifacts.
Getting There
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Car
Most visitors arrive by car. From central Funen or Odense, it’s a 15–25 minute drive through the outskirts and open landscape, passing Odense Airport. Look for signage at the old airport area; ample parking is available and usually free, but spaces can fill on open days.
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Taxi
A taxi from Odense’s city center typically takes 20 minutes and costs around 180–240 DKK each way, depending on day and time. Taxis can drop you close to the entrance in the airport area.
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Public Transport
Buses connect from Odense’s main station toward Nordfyn but may require a transfer to reach the airport area. Expect a journey time of about 30–45 minutes; local fare is usually 24–36 DKK for a single adult ticket. From the nearest stop, a short walk along airport grounds leads to the museum.
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