Museum Obscurum
A shadowy cabinet of curiosities in an old Falster townhouse, where Cornelius Rödder’s cryptozoological collection blurs the line between folklore, superstition and science.
Museum Obscurum in Nykøbing Falster is a theatrically staged cabinet of curiosities built around the fictional 19th‑century collector Cornelius S.C. Rödder. Set in the historic Falsters Minder house, its dim rooms, creaking floors and cluttered shelves are filled with cryptozoological creatures, odd specimens and occult paraphernalia that blur the line between folklore and science. Visitors wander through his recreated home, piecing together diaries, sketches and eerie finds while constantly wondering what is real and what is invented.
A brief summary to Museum Obscurum
- Færgestræde 1a, Nykøbing Falster, 4800, DK
- +4554851303
- Visit website
- Duration: 1 to 2 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Wednesday 10 am-4 pm
- Thursday 10 am-4 pm
- Friday 10 am-4 pm
- Saturday 10 am-2 pm
Local tips
- Plan at least 1–1.5 hours so you have time to read Cornelius’s notes and labels; the storytelling is a big part of the experience.
- Some rooms are quite dim to enhance the mysterious mood, so allow your eyes to adjust and watch your step on the uneven floors.
- The upper exhibition is only accessible via stairs; wheelchair users can instead explore the atmospheric Old Grocery Store on the ground floor.
- If you prefer a quieter ambience, aim for the last couple of hours before closing on weekdays outside school holidays.
- Combine your visit with a stroll through Nykøbing Falster’s old streets and the harbor area for a relaxed half‑day in town.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
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- Information Boards
- Visitor Center
Getting There
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Train and walking
From Copenhagen, take the hourly regional train toward Nykøbing Falster; the journey typically takes around 1 hour 15 minutes and standard adult tickets usually cost about 200–260 DKK one way in standard class. From Nykøbing Falster station it is roughly a 10‑minute level walk through the town centre to Færgestræde, suitable for most visitors though cobblestones can be uneven in places.
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Car from Copenhagen and Zealand
Driving from central Copenhagen to Nykøbing Falster generally takes 1.5–2 hours via the main motorway across southern Zealand, depending on traffic. Expect to pay around 250–350 DKK in fuel for a return trip in a typical rental car, with no extra bridge tolls on this route. In Nykøbing Falster, look for public parking areas near the historic centre and be aware that spaces can be limited on busy weekends and summer days.
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Regional bus within Lolland-Falster
If you are staying elsewhere on Lolland-Falster, regional buses connect towns such as Maribo or Sakskøbing with Nykøbing Falster, with typical travel times of 30–60 minutes. Standard single tickets usually fall in the 30–70 DKK range depending on distance, and services run more frequently on weekdays than on late evenings or Sundays. From the bus stops near the centre it is a short, straightforward walk to the museum area.
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Cycling on local and national routes
Museum Obscurum lies close to several signposted cycle routes, including the Baltic Sea Route and local circuits around Guldborgsund. Cycling from nearby holiday areas or campsites will often take 20–60 minutes on mostly flat terrain, though coastal winds can make the ride feel longer. Bike rental prices in the region typically range from 100 to 200 DKK per day, and you can safely wheel your bike through the old streets and lock it near the museum.
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Discover more about Museum Obscurum
A house of shadows in the heart of Nykøbing
Museum Obscurum occupies the old Falsters Minder building on Færgestræde, a creaky historic house whose narrow staircases and low ceilings are an atmospheric setting for strange tales. As you step inside, you leave the bright market streets behind and enter a warren of small, dimly lit rooms where every surface seems to hold a story. Wooden floors slope gently with age, walls are crowded with framed drawings and maps, and the air smells faintly of dust, wood polish and old paper. The museum is part of Museum Lolland-Falster, but it feels more like entering a private residence frozen in time than a conventional gallery. On the ground floor, the nostalgic Old Grocery Store recalls everyday life from another era, while the more unsettling world of Museum Obscurum reveals itself as you climb to the upper level.Cornelius Rödder’s curious collection
The exhibition is staged as the home and study of Cornelius S.C. Rödder, an eccentric 19th‑century traveler and collector fascinated by the mysterious and unexplained. Using reconstructed diaries, labels and notes, the curators have pieced together a narrative in which Cornelius roams the world in search of oddities, returning to Falster with crates filled with specimens and stories. In glass cases and on open shelves you encounter an eclectic mix of ethnographic trinkets, preserved animals and more dubious discoveries. A stuffed platypus and a pufferfish share space with bones, jars, handwritten catalogues and half‑finished sketches, all carefully arranged to suggest the mind of a man driven by curiosity and a taste for the uncanny.On the border between myth and reality
As you move deeper into the house, the exhibits grow stranger. A small “dragon”, a supposed werewolf, fairy‑like beings and other cryptozoological creatures appear in cabinets and specimen drawers. Some objects clearly belong to the world of folklore; others are disturbingly plausible. The lighting is deliberately low, shadows stretching long across the floor, while discreet sound effects add a low murmur of whispering winds and distant creaks. Nothing in the rooms tells you outright what is authentic and what is staged. Instead, carefully worded texts, ambiguous dates and suggestive sketches invite you to question your own assumptions. The theme running through the exhibition is not simply the supernatural itself, but the human need to believe, doubt and interpret.The secret room behind the hidden door
The framing story behind Museum Obscurum is that, during renovation work in 2017, staff discovered a forgotten door in the old building. Behind it lay a concealed room stacked with transport crates, mysterious artefacts and documents linked to Cornelius Rödder. This “find” provides the narrative excuse for the exhibition: that a long‑hidden private museum has been reopened to the public. Many rooms feel like they could be that secret annex. Crates stand half‑opened, straw packing spills from corners, and hastily tied labels dangle from trunks. Visitors are encouraged to linger over the small details—a scribbled margin note, an unusual symbol, or an odd mismatch between object and description—that hint at a larger backstory.An immersive atmosphere for all ages
Museum Obscurum is compact but dense, and it typically rewards an unhurried visit. Families weave through the maze of rooms on gentle slopes and staircases, with older children drawn to the eerie elements and younger ones captivated by the animal specimens and quirky props. Adults often find themselves reading the longer texts and piecing together Cornelius’s life and travels. Because the building is old and the rooms intentionally dark in places, the experience feels intimate and slightly theatrical rather than grand or overwhelming. There is no fixed route; visitors choose their own path between study, bedroom, secret cabinets and transitional corridors, which reinforces the sense of exploring a private obsession.From historic house to modern storytelling
Museum Obscurum sits at the intersection of local history and imaginative scenography. The Falsters Minder house anchors the story in real Nykøbing Falster, a reminder of the town’s past and its trading connections. Within that framework, the exhibition plays with modern museum techniques—soundscapes, lighting, narrative texts—to pose questions about evidence, superstition and how stories are constructed. The result is an experience that is as much about the act of looking and believing as it is about the objects themselves. By the time you descend the stairs back toward the daylight of Færgestræde, you may find yourself glancing twice at the everyday world outside, wondering where the border between obscurum and reality truly lies.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Touristinformation
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Bjørnebrønden
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Vandtårnet I Nykøbing F
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Mindbjergs
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Falster Provsti
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Diocese of Lolland–Falster
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Hotel Falster
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Fuglsang Herregaard - Hotel + Events + Conference
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Bellinge House- Bed & Breakfast. Wellness.
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Unmissable attractions to see
Falsters Minder
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Nykøbing Castle
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Nykøbing F. Firemuseum
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A compact former fire station packed with classic red engines, rescue gear and three quirky sister museums, offering a vivid glimpse of everyday history in Nykøbing Falster.
Ejegod Windmill
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A beautifully preserved 1816 smock mill on a low hill in Nykøbing Falster, where sails, barn and miller’s house keep Denmark’s rural milling heritage alive.
Guldborgsund Zoo & Botanisk Have
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Formerly a compact zoo and botanical garden in Nykøbing Falster, Guldborgsund Zoo & Botanisk Have blended animals, greenery and play in one relaxed urban green pocket.
Lergravens Sailing and Fishing Club
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Small, authentic harbour on Guldborgsund where local sailing life, relaxed angling and easy access to Nykøbing Falster’s town centre meet in one quiet quay.
The Medieval Center
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Falster City Camping
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Leafy, old-school camping on the edge of Nykøbing Falster, with cabins, family facilities and easy access to town, coast, forest and nearby tropical water fun.
Fuglsang Musikforening
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Intimate classical concerts in a modern hall beside historic Fuglsang Herregård, where carefully curated programs meet open landscapes on the Lolland–Falster coast.
Loppeworld
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Trebuchet
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Zipline Systofte
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Seasonal lakeside adventure park near Nykøbing Falster with a 400 m twin zipline, floating aquapark and high-jump airbag for families and thrill-seekers.
Hvide Mær
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Labyrint Lolland-Falster
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Skejten
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Essential places to dine
The Burger
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Cafe Zelo
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Ritz Cafe & Cocktail Bar
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Dhaba Nykøbing
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Pinto thai take away
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Compact Thai kitchen in central Nykøbing Falster serving fragrant curries, noodles and stir-fries for easy, flavourful takeaway evenings.
Konya Pizza & Cafe
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Hearty pizzas and Turkish‑inspired grill plates in a laid‑back, central Nykøbing Falster café that doubles as both local hangout and reliable takeaway stop.
Restaurant Vinkælderen
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Seasonal Danish-French fusion in an intimate wine cellar, temporarily closed but returning spring 2025.
Hua Xin
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Big-hearted Chinese buffet with sushi and Mongolian barbecue on Nykøbing Falster’s main street, ideal for relaxed group dinners, families and easygoing takeaway.
Restaurant Asia
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Large, family-oriented Asian buffet in central Nykøbing Falster, serving sushi, wok and classic Chinese dishes with a playful dessert bar and casual atmosphere.
Panino
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Restaurant Gonzalez Feilberg MARE
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Duomo Ristorante
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Rosmarino
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3kanten
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Waterfront dining with modern European cuisine and sunset views over Guldborgsund.
Brovejens Grill
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Budget-friendly Danish grill serving hearty burgers, grilled chicken, and pizzas in central Nykøbing Falster.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Afthonia Store
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Blog and Shop
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Danish Agro Shop - Nykøbing
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Normal
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Unik
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Curated footwear boutique in the heart of Nykøbing Falster's vibrant shopping district
Flying Tiger Copenhagen
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Colorful Scandinavian variety store in Nykøbing Falster’s main pedestrian street, filled with playful gifts, creative essentials and affordable everyday surprises.
Kb-Smørrebrød
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Authentic Danish smørrebrød crafted fresh daily in the heart of Nykøbing Falster's shopping district.
H&M
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MillaMe
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Kvickly Nykøbing F
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Central Nykøbing Falster’s all-in-one Kvickly supermarket, bakery and home goods store, ideal for stocking up on Danish staples, snacks and practical everyday essentials.
føtex
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Kirppu Nykøbing Falster
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Bright, weatherproof flea “supermarket” in Guldborgsundcentret, where ever-changing private stands turn everyday browsing into a relaxed hunt for vintage and second-hand treasures.
Meny
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Furnish
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Mertz Jagt & Fritid
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Specialist hunting and outdoor outfitter in Nykøbing Falster, combining a large gear shop with an authorised gunsmith workshop for serious time outdoors.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Kontoret V/sonja Madsen
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Slottet Værtshus
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Unpretentious Danish bodega on Slotsgade where locals, regulars and curious visitors share cold beers, billiards games and late‑night jukebox tunes.
Marinestuen
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Characterful sailor-style bar in central Nykøbing Falster, serving inexpensive drinks in a cozy, maritime setting filled with ships, memorabilia and local charm.
Cafe Slotsgården V/Brian Fog Ipsen
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Fortuna
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Cosy, no-frills Danish bodega in central Nykøbing Falster, where cold beer, warm conversation and unhurried evenings capture the spirit of local nightlife.
Billie Jean Bar
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Den Sorte Engel
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falster falster
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Vinoteque Marittima
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FUND BAR
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Cafe Nutiden V/ Brian Ipsen
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A classic Danish bodega-style bar in central Nykøbing Falster, serving simple drinks and plenty of local atmosphere from midday through the late evening.
Jernbanecafeen Nykoebing Falster - Denmark
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Unpretentious railway-side bar-café in Nykøbing Falster, where locals gather for relaxed evening drinks, conversations and classic, no-fuss Danish hospitality.
Riverside Jazz Club
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Intimate riverside jazz nights in Nykøbing Falster, where volunteer spirit, close-up performances and a cosy bar atmosphere bring live Danish jazz to life.
Slap A'
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jazz på tværs
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Volunteer‑run jazz room bringing serious live music to a small Danish town, with intimate concerts, close‑up sound and a focus on listening over nightlife.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
Første sted
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Compact, music-driven nightclub on central Slotsgade, offering an intimate, local slice of Nykøbing Falster’s late-night dancing and drinks scene.
N.Y.K. Event
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Billy Booze
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Compact late-night disco in Nykøbing Falster with inexpensive drinks, loud hits and a casual dance floor vibe from Thursday to Saturday.
Loke MC - Helheim
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Pier To Heaven
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CLUB ZANZI
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Step Inn I / S
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Bar z
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Næstved's welcoming nightclub for Thursday-to-Saturday evening gatherings and social entertainment.
Crazy Daisy Næstved
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Avenue Næstved
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The Old Irish Pub
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The Beach
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Sct. Jørgens Jazzklub
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Disco Da Capo
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Nachtclub Bienenstock
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For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
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For the design and aesthetic lover
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For the kind of experience you’re after
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For how adventurous you want the journey to be
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