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Nykøbing F. Brandmuseum (Fire Museum)

Vintage fire engines, rescue stories and three quirky side museums make this former fire station in Nykøbing Falster a compact, characterful stop for all ages.

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Nykøbing F. Brandmuseum in Nykøbing Falster is a charming local museum devoted to firefighting, rescue services and everyday life in the 20th century. Housed in former vehicle halls, it exhibits gleaming red fire engines, ladders, hoses, uniforms and rescue gear, often brought to life by retired firefighters. Under the same roof you also find a nostalgic hairdresser’s salon, a small radio museum and a photo museum, making this an engaging stop for families and history enthusiasts alike.

A brief summary to Nykøbing F. Firemuseum

  • Vendersgade 6, Nykøbing Falster, 4800, DK
  • +4554852242
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  • Duration: 1 to 2 hours
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  • Environment icon Indoor
  • Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
  • Monday 11 am-3 pm
  • Tuesday 11 am-3 pm
  • Wednesday 11 am-3 pm
  • Thursday 11 am-3 pm
  • Friday 11 am-3 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-12 pm

Local tips

  • Plan your visit between May and late September or during the Danish autumn school holiday, as the museum only opens seasonally with limited daytime hours.
  • Bring some cash or a payment card for the modest entrance fee, and allow extra time if you enjoy talking with retired firefighters about the exhibits.
  • Families with children may want to visit early in the day on weekdays or Saturday morning for a calmer look at the fire engines and side museums.
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Getting There

  • Regional train and short walk

    From other towns on Lolland-Falster such as Maribo or Sakskøbing, take a regional train to Nykøbing Falster Station, with journeys typically taking 15–30 minutes and standard ticket prices around 40–80 DKK one way depending on distance and time of purchase. From the station, the museum area can be reached on foot in about 10–15 minutes at a relaxed pace on paved, mostly level streets that are suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. Trains usually run at least once an hour during the day, with reduced frequency in late evenings and on some weekends.

  • Bus within Lolland-Falster

    Local buses connect many smaller villages on Lolland and Falster with central Nykøbing Falster, with typical travel times of 20–45 minutes from nearby towns. Single tickets generally cost around 24–48 DKK depending on zones, and can be bought from ticket machines or via regional transport apps. Most buses stop within a short, easy walk of the museum area. Services run more frequently on weekdays than on weekends, and schedules may be limited in the evenings, so checking times in advance is advisable.

  • Car within the region

    Arriving by car from nearby destinations such as Marielyst, Gedser or Nakskov usually takes 20–60 minutes via main regional roads. Fuel costs vary, but for these short distances you can expect to spend only a modest amount on petrol or diesel. The streets around central Nykøbing Falster offer public parking areas, some of which may be time-limited or ticketed during the day, while others are free for shorter stays. During busy summer days and school holidays, it is wise to allow extra time to find a suitable parking space within walking distance of the museum.

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From local fire station to living museum

Nykøbing F. Brandmuseum occupies the old fire service premises in the heart of Nykøbing Falster, transforming former engine bays into an intimate museum dedicated to firefighting and rescue work. The collection focuses on the story of the town’s fire brigade and the broader Falster area, showing how a small community prepared for blazes, storms and accidents long before modern safety standards. The atmosphere still feels close to a working fire station: high doors, concrete floors and the faint smell of oil and rubber hint at the days when sirens would echo through the yard and crews rushed out into the streets.

Historic fire engines and dramatic equipment

The stars of the museum are the classic red fire engines, polished and lined up in the former vehicle halls. Different generations of trucks and ladder vehicles illustrate how technology evolved, from early motorised engines with simple pumps to more powerful post‑war models with enclosed cabs and taller aerial ladders. Alongside the trucks you see hose reels, breathing apparatus, helmets, axes and stretchers, each piece telling a story about the dangers firefighters faced. Uniforms range from heavy wool tunics and brass helmets to lighter modern gear, offering a tangible sense of how protection improved over time.

Stories from the rescue service

Beyond the vehicles, displays of tools, control panels, alarms and communication devices trace the development of the local rescue service. Wall panels and object groupings highlight notable incidents, improvements in call‑out systems and the growing cooperation between municipal services and private rescue providers. Many days the museum is staffed by former firefighters or rescue workers, who can share first‑hand anecdotes about call‑outs in winter storms, large factory fires or dramatic rescues. Their presence gives the museum a conversational feel, turning static objects into vivid memories.

Four museums under one roof

One of the surprises here is that Brandmuseet houses three additional small museums. A recreated hairdresser’s salon, complete with vintage chairs, curlers and mirrors, evokes the rituals of grooming in the mid‑1900s. Nearby, shelves of radios trace the leap from bulky valve sets to sleek transistor models, while a compact photo museum shows cameras, enlargers and other gear from the era of film. Together, these collections broaden the story from emergency services to everyday technology and craftsmanship, giving a richer picture of life in a Danish provincial town during the last century.

Visiting a hands-on, family-friendly space

The museum is compact yet packed with detail, ideal for visitors who enjoy looking closely at machines and historic objects without being overwhelmed. Children are often drawn straight to the big red trucks and tall ladder vehicles, while adults linger over the more technical displays or the nostalgic side museums. Opening hours are generally concentrated in the warmer months from early May to late September, plus a school autumn holiday week, with limited hours on weekdays and Saturday mornings. Admission is modest compared with larger museums, and the setting in central Nykøbing Falster makes it easy to combine with a stroll through town or a wider exploration of Lolland‑Falster.

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