Industrimuseet: Denmark’s Museum of Industry and Everyday Life
Experience Denmark’s industrial revolution firsthand at Industrimuseet Horsens—vintage machinery, authentic workshops, social history, and family-friendly interactive exhibits.
Industrimuseet in Horsens offers an engaging journey through Denmark’s industrial heritage, housed in a former textile factory. Visitors explore interactive exhibitions on machinery, working life, and factory history, seeing authentic workshops, vintage vehicles, and everyday artifacts that shaped Danish society from the 19th century onward.
A brief summary to North Beach
- Rønnevej 27, Horsens, 8700, DK
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Plan for 2–3 hours to fully enjoy all interactive workshops and demonstrations, especially with children.
- Look out for temporary exhibitions, which often feature local crafts or vintage vehicles not in the regular displays.
- The museum café offers Danish pastries and basic lunch fare—perfect for a break between exhibits.
- Accessibility is generally good, but some historic sections have uneven floors; wheelchairs are available upon request.
Getting There
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Walking
Industrimuseet is within reach of Horsens’ central shopping streets and the canal area. From the city’s main square, it’s an enjoyable 15–20-minute walk through a lively urban setting, passing cafés, shops, and glimpses of Horsens’ canal. As you approach, the old red-brick factory buildings and museum signage are visible among a cluster of cultural venues; the historic smokestack marks the spot. Paved paths lead straight to the entrance.
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Public Transport
City buses run regularly from the central railway station and main bus hubs to stops near Industrimuseet. The ride lasts around 10 minutes and a single adult ticket costs 24 DKK (about €3.20), with stops near other prominent museums and the canal district.
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Taxi
A taxi from Horsens’ city center or railway station reaches Industrimuseet in 5–10 minutes and typically costs 70–100 DKK, depending on time of day and traffic conditions. Taxis drop off directly beside the museum entrance.
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Driving/Parking
Parking is available directly beside Industrimuseet, in the museum's own lot and in adjacent municipal lots. Parking is typically free for museum visitors; spaces can fill up during weekends or events, so early arrival is advisable.
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