Danmarks Jernbanemuseum
Denmark's railway history comes alive in an authentic 1954 depot with 21 tracks of iconic locomotives and hands-on experiences.
Step aboard Denmark's premier railway museum, housed in an authentic 1954 depot building in central Odense. Explore 21 tracks showcasing iconic locomotives and vintage carriages, including Denmark's oldest preserved steam engine from 1868. Interactive exhibits invite visitors to climb into locomotive cabs, sit in historic passenger seats, and experience railway history firsthand. Family-friendly activities include a miniature train ride, children's railway station, and outdoor playground. Open 362 days annually with free admission for children under 17.
A brief summary to Danmarks Jernbanemuseum
- Dannebrogsgade 24, Odense, Odense C, 5000, DK
- +4566136630
- Visit website
- Duration: 2 to 3.5 hours
- Budget
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Mixed
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- 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 9 am-4 pm
- Sunday 9 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Arrive early on weekends to avoid crowds and secure the best spots for miniature train rides, which depart multiple times daily but fill quickly with families.
- Check the museum's website for veteran train schedules before visiting; these special steam locomotive rides operate on select days and offer the most immersive railway experience.
- Allow at least 2–3 hours for a thorough visit; the museum's extensive collection and interactive elements reward unhurried exploration.
- Bring a camera; the industrial architecture, vintage carriages, and locomotive details provide exceptional photography opportunities throughout the depot.
- Wear comfortable shoes suitable for climbing in and out of locomotives and walking across uneven depot flooring.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Picnic Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
- Visitor Center
Getting There
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Train from Odense Central Station
The museum is located directly adjacent to Odense Banegård (Central Station) in the city center. Exit the station and walk approximately 100 meters to Dannebrogsgade 24. Journey time from Copenhagen Central Station is approximately 90 minutes; from Aarhus Central Station approximately 60 minutes. Regional trains operate hourly throughout the day. No additional cost beyond standard train fare.
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Bus within Odense
Multiple local bus routes serve central Odense and stop near the museum. Journey time from Odense city center is 5–15 minutes depending on route and starting point. Single journey tickets cost approximately 24 DKK; day passes approximately 80 DKK. Buses run frequently during daytime hours with reduced evening service.
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Bicycle
Odense is Denmark's most bicycle-friendly city outside Copenhagen. The museum is accessible via dedicated cycle paths from all central districts. Journey time from central Odense is 10–20 minutes depending on starting point. Bicycle parking is available at the museum entrance. No cost; bike rental available throughout the city at approximately 60–100 DKK per day.
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Car with Parking
Multiple paid parking facilities operate within 200 meters of the museum on Dannebrogsgade and surrounding streets. Parking costs approximately 30–50 DKK per hour or 150–200 DKK for full-day parking. The city center location means parking can be challenging during peak hours (Saturday mornings and weekday afternoons). Public transport or bicycle are recommended alternatives.
Danmarks Jernbanemuseum location weather suitability
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Discover more about Danmarks Jernbanemuseum
A Living Monument to Danish Railway Heritage
Danmarks Jernbanemuseum occupies the historic remise building constructed in 1884, which served as Odense's main railway depot until 1972 when the last train departed its platforms. The museum opened to the public in 1975 and has since become one of Funen's most visited attractions, drawing families and railway enthusiasts from across Denmark and beyond. The authentic industrial architecture of the depot—with its distinctive 21 tracks—provides an immersive setting that transports visitors directly into Denmark's railway past. The building itself is a testament to late 19th-century engineering, preserving the working atmosphere of a fully operational railway station.Iconic Locomotives and Vintage Carriages
The museum's collection spans Denmark's entire railway history, anchored by H40, the nation's oldest preserved steam locomotive, built in 1868. Visitors encounter a remarkable array of locomotives and passenger carriages arranged across the depot's 21 tracks, each representing different eras of Danish rail transport. The two-story Klampenborg carriage allows visitors to sit on original wooden benches and experience first-class travel as it existed generations ago. A royal saloon carriage offers glimpses into luxury rail travel, while a postal sorting wagon reveals the practical logistics of railway operations. A snow plough from Denmark's harsh winters stands as a reminder of the infrastructure required to maintain service in challenging conditions. Model trains and detailed ferry models complement the full-scale exhibits, illustrating the broader context of Danish transportation networks.Hands-On Exploration and Interactive Experiences
Unlike traditional museums with passive viewing, Danmarks Jernbanemuseum encourages direct engagement with its collection. Visitors can climb into locomotive cabs, stand in the engineer's compartment of the 1954 steam locomotive, and experience the confined spaces where operators worked. This tactile approach transforms abstract history into embodied memory. The museum operates its own miniature train that winds through a landscape of child-scaled railway environments, departing multiple times daily. A vintage train service runs on select days throughout the year, offering the distinctive sensory experience of riding behind a working steam locomotive—the heat, smoke, and coal scent creating an unforgettable encounter with industrial-era transport.Dedicated Spaces for Young Visitors
The museum recognizes that railway history captivates children as powerfully as adults. Lokomotivmester Busses Værksted (Locomotive Master Buss's Workshop) and the Børnebanegården (Children's Railway Station) provide scaled environments where young visitors can role-play as station staff, purchase tickets, and operate signal towers. An outdoor playground features a massive steam locomotive to explore and a water tower with a slide, allowing children to burn energy while remaining immersed in the railway theme. These dedicated spaces ensure that visits remain engaging across all age groups, transforming what could be a passive museum experience into active play and learning.Accessibility and Practical Amenities
Located directly beside Odense Central Station in the city center, the museum benefits from excellent public transport connectivity. The proximity to the main railway station means visitors can arrive by train and walk directly to the museum entrance. The site includes parking facilities nearby, though the central location makes car travel unnecessary for most visitors. The museum operates 362 days annually, closing only on a handful of holidays, making it reliably accessible year-round. Children under 17 receive free admission, and all interactive activities within the museum are included at no additional cost, making it an economical family destination.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Odense St.
0.2 km
Central rail and bus hub of Funen, Odense Station links Denmark’s mainlines with the city’s historic heart, light rail and cultural sights in one integrated complex.
Skyggen, rejseskammeraten og improvisatoren
0.2 km
A towering, threefold portrait of Hans Christian Andersen that greets you outside Odense Station with colour, symbolism and quietly dramatic storytelling.
visit
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Experience Odense's premier cocktail bar, Visit, where classic and innovative drinks meet in a cozy, inviting atmosphere.
Oceania
0.7 km
A bold, reclining bronze goddess that provokes, delights, and defines Odense's artistic identity.
Papirbåden | H.C. Andersen
0.9 km
A delicate paper boat turned gleaming sculpture, Papirbåden floats on Odense’s Fairytale Garden lake, quietly celebrating H.C. Andersen’s “Steadfast Tin Soldier.”
Kirsebærtræer, Ny Kongevej
1.4 km
Odense's longest cherry blossom avenue, where community passion transforms a neighborhood street into springtime magic.
EM-statue-1992 (Richard Møller Nielsen)
2.4 km
Small in size but huge in symbolism, this Odense statue honours the local coach who led Denmark to its unforgettable Euro 1992 triumph.
TheDoorOdense
2.8 km
Experience innovative architecture and 600 years of seafaring history at the award-winning M/S Maritime Museum, nestled below Helsingør’s iconic waterfront.
Jernalderlandsbyen Odins Odense
4.5 km
Discover Danish and international art at Bredgade Kunsthandel, an elegant gallery in central Copenhagen’s historic Frederiksstaden near top cultural landmarks.
Det gamle vandtårn
4.6 km
A striking red-brick monument to Odense's industrial heritage and early 20th-century urban modernization.
Sortehusene
6.5 km
Historic black houses preserving working-class resilience on Odense's waterfront.
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An immersive, architecturally acclaimed underground museum in Helsingør, bringing Denmark’s rich maritime history to life beside the legendary Kronborg Castle.
Sanderumgaard v/Erik Vind
10.8 km
Discover Sanderumgaard, Funen’s enchanting Romantic-era landscape park: a blend of historic estate, poetic gardens, and serene lakes just beyond Odense.
The Glavendrup Stone
13.3 km
Denmark's longest runic inscription, carved with divine invocation and protective curse.
Rolfshøj
13.7 km
A quiet Neolithic long barrow in the fields near Ferritslev Fyn, where a simple stone chamber and grassy mound bring Funen’s prehistoric past close at hand.
Unmissable attractions to see
Banegårdspladsen
0.2 km
A busy railway forecourt where commuters, cyclists and an eight‑metre Hans Christian Andersen–inspired sculpture share the same lively urban stage.
The City's Bridge
0.3 km
Stunning coastal headland at Funen’s northern tip, offering wild landscapes, panoramic sea views, rare birdlife, and serene walking trails in a pristine Danish nature reserve.
King's Garden
0.3 km
Odense’s historic royal garden – a formal yet welcoming green gateway of lawns, sculptures and summer concerts beside the city’s castle.
Odense Castle
0.4 km
Step into Denmark’s Gothic heart at Odense Cathedral—site of St. Canute’s martyrdom, renowned Renaissance art, and centuries of royal and religious history.
Saint Hans Church
0.4 km
A medieval monastic church of red brick and quiet light, Saint Hans links Odense’s castle, sacred history and old-town charm in one compact, atmospheric stop.
Thriges Kraftcentral
0.4 km
A fully operational 1916 power station where vintage diesel engines roar to life monthly, preserving a century of industrial innovation.
Danaë
0.4 km
A serene bronze heroine from Greek myth, Gerhard Henning’s Danaë reclines quietly in Odense’s King’s Garden, bridging baroque greenery and modern city life.
Carl Nielsen Museum
0.5 km
Compact yet richly layered museum in Odense’s musical quarter, tracing Carl Nielsen’s life, music and partnership with sculptor Anne Marie Carl-Nielsen.
H. C. Andersen skulptur i havnen
0.5 km
A half-submerged Hans Christian Andersen rises from Odense Harbour, blending literary legend, protest art and waterfront atmosphere in one striking sculpture.
H. C. Andersens House
0.5 km
An immersive museum in Odense where architecture, garden and multimedia exhibitions draw you deep into the imaginative world of Hans Christian Andersen.
Odense Havnebad
0.5 km
Ship-shaped, free-to-use and open year-round, Odense Havnebad brings outdoor swimming, sauna warmth and harbour views together in the heart of urban Odense.
Blackfriars Square
0.6 km
A modest cobbled square where traces of a 13th‑century monastery, a pioneering theatre and a bustling market weave Odense’s history into everyday city life.
Andersen on the bench
0.6 km
Share a bronze bench with Hans Christian Andersen himself in the heart of Odense’s fairy-tale district, where the city’s stories slip quietly into everyday life.
Andelstrappen og Fortællegyngestolen
0.6 km
A compact urban nook in central Odense where a sculptural storytelling swing and stepped seating invite you to pause, daydream and weave your own city tales.
VILLE VAU
0.6 km
A playful fairy-tale universe inside H.C. Andersen’s House, where children dress up, act out stories and create their own adventures in the heart of Odense.
Essential places to dine
Giraffen
0.1 km
Hearty Danish comfort food and a casual bar atmosphere right inside Odense’s main station, ideal for hungry travelers and locals on the go.
Brasserie Bordeaux
0.5 km
A classic French brasserie in central Odense, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner with thoughtful wines and cocktails in warm, candlelit surroundings.
Restaurant Under Lindetræet
0.5 km
Intimate fine dining in a 1771 townhouse opposite Hans Christian Andersen’s home, where seasonal Danish cuisine meets softly lit Odense history.
Restaurant Oluf Bagers Gaard
0.5 km
Historic merchant's house serving refined Danish cuisine and social dining in the heart of Odense.
Restaurant Mam
0.5 km
Intimate French-inspired dining in central Odense, where seasonal Danish ingredients, local culinary heritage and thoughtful service come together over unhurried dinners.
Bar Tapas
0.5 km
Cosy Nordic-Spanish tapas in central Odense, serving a curated ten-course evening of shared plates, Spanish wines and sangria in a warm, candlelit setting.
Restaurant Ribelli
0.6 km
Inventive Italian fine dining with a Funen twist, served in an intimate, design-conscious dining room in the historic heart of Odense.
Restaurant Sezer v/Askin
0.6 km
Cosy Odense neighborhood steakhouse and Italian-inspired eatery serving generous plates, grilled favorites and comfort classics in a warm, easygoing atmosphere.
Ryan's of Odense
0.6 km
Atmospheric Irish pub in Odense’s lively city center, famed for its live music, warm hospitality, and classic selection of beers and comfort food.
La Dolce Vita | Fashion Cafe
0.6 km
Cozy Italian restaurant and café in central Odense, serving classic pizzas, pastas and antipasti in warm, informal surroundings from evening until late.
Grand's Fiskerestaurant
0.6 km
Classic seafood and shellfish in the historic First Hotel Grand, where local Danish produce, seasonal menus and a refined wine list create leisurely evenings in central Odense.
Grønttorvet
0.6 km
Centuries-old Danish inn on Odense’s Sortebrødre Torv, serving hearty traditional dishes with a generous dose of hygge in the city’s atmospheric old town.
Bone's Odense
0.6 km
Family-friendly American barbecue in the heart of Odense, with saloon-style interiors, slow-cooked ribs, salad and soft-ice bar, and space for relaxed group dinners.
Restaurant HOS
0.6 km
Intimate Nordic dining in central Odense, serving elevated smørrebrød by day and seasonal set menus by night in a calm, minimalist setting on lively Kongensgade.
GOMA
0.7 km
Refined omakase-inspired Japanese dining in the heart of Odense, blending Nordic ingredients, meticulous sushi and crafted drinks in an intimate urban setting.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Asian Stitching & Applied Arts v / Hong Diem Phan
0.3 km
A small Odense atelier where Asian tailoring craft, careful alterations and garment repair give your favourite clothes a better fit and a longer life.
Living Nice / Café Kleist
0.4 km
Stylish hybrid café and design store in Odense’s Odeons Kvarter, where Scandinavian interiors meet French–Italian café indulgence in a relaxed, home-like setting.
ButikZoom
0.5 km
Industrial-chic furniture and décor in a former Odense industrial setting, blending raw materials, moody lighting and Nordic restraint into a compact design showcase.
Klods Hans
0.5 km
Characterful fairy-tale souvenir shop in Odense’s historic quarter, offering Andersen-themed gifts and Danish keepsakes in a cosy half-timbered setting.
Baggårdsbutikken
0.6 km
Curated vintage and secondhand fashion in the heart of Odense's city center.
House of Amber Odense
0.6 km
A warm, glowing boutique in central Odense where millions of years of Baltic amber meet clean Danish jewellery design and thoughtfully curated gifts.
Cadenhead's Whisky Shop, Denmark
0.6 km
A spacious, lounge‑like whisky specialist in central Odense, pairing rare independent bottlings with relaxed tastings and knowledgeable, down‑to‑earth guidance.
Faraos Cigarer
0.7 km
A vast 600 m² universe of comics, games, miniatures and cosplay, Faraos Cigarer Odense is the city’s colourful hub for Nordic geek culture and tabletop fun.
Boutique India v/ shahzad ali
0.7 km
A colourful little Odense shop where Indian textiles, clothing and homewares bring the patterns, textures and warmth of the subcontinent to historic Overgade.
Look At This
0.7 km
A small, curated clothing store tucked inside a redbrick former textile factory, where Odense’s industrial past meets calm, contemporary Scandinavian style.
Butik Nordatlanten i Odense
0.7 km
Small but beautifully curated harbour shop in Nordatlantisk Hus, showcasing design, crafts and delicacies from Greenland, Iceland and the Faroe Islands.
Reden Op Shop
0.7 km
Small, stylish second-hand boutique in central Odense where quality women’s fashion, community spirit and social impact come together on one friendly shop floor.
Aunt Green ApS
0.7 km
A long-loved, family-run yarn universe on Odense’s main pedestrian street, where colour, fibre and Scandinavian knitting traditions come together in one cosy shop.
Veda Womenswear Denmark
0.7 km
A cozy neighborhood womenswear boutique in Odense C, offering a curated rack of wearable Danish-style pieces in a calm, morning-only shopping atmosphere.
Dorthe Riber - Trend of Wear
0.7 km
Owner-run Odense boutique offering Scandinavian-inspired everyday fashion, warm personal service and carefully chosen pieces on lively Skibhusvej.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Sir Club
0.4 km
Long‑running Odense beer bar with 27 taps, quiz nights and a relaxed, lived‑in atmosphere where specialty brews and come‑as‑you‑are evenings take the spotlight.
Ungarsk Vinstue
0.4 km
A warmly worn, dog-friendly brown bodega in central Odense, where cheap beer, local regulars and analog pub life keep a slice of old Denmark quietly alive.
Grand Bar & Lounge
0.6 km
Sophisticated cocktails and refined ambiance in a historic 1897 building at the heart of Odense.
Lørups Vinstue
0.6 km
Old‑school Odense pub with red‑checked tablecloths, cheap beers and sing‑along classics, where students, locals and night owls start – and often finish – a night out.
Viggos
0.7 km
Lively, wallet-friendly brown bar in central Odense, pouring cold draft beer, simple pub food and long, sociable nights for students, locals and night owls.
Pianobar odense
0.7 km
Lively late-night piano bar in the heart of Odense C, mixing sing-along classics, casual drinks and a compact, buzzing atmosphere on Kongensgade.
Pub 47 - Bills Pub
0.7 km
Smoky, old-school Danish pub energy in the heart of Odense’s main shopping street, with cheap beers, loud nights and a lived-in, brown-bar charm.
Bootleggers Craft Beer Bar - Odense C
0.7 km
Urban craft beer sanctuary on Odense’s Gråbrødre Plads, pouring rotating specialty brews, free popcorn and laid-back good times from afternoon until late night.
Bar Rar Ltd.
0.7 km
Intimate, candlelit cocktail bar in central Odense, pairing Nordic simplicity with carefully crafted drinks and a relaxed, late-night neighbourhood vibe.
Kick Off - Sportspub
0.7 km
Buzzing Odense sports pub with wall-to-wall screens, cold beer and classic bar games, perfect for catching the big match in relaxed, local surroundings.
Rabalder Bar Odense
0.7 km
A small, homely Odense bar styled like grandma’s living room, serving easygoing drinks and sing‑along hits in the heart of the city’s weekend nightlife.
The Flower and the Bee
0.7 km
Experience Odense's vibrant nightlife at The Flower and the Bee, a premier weekend dance bar offering quality cocktails and dynamic music in a lively atmosphere.
June Bar
0.7 km
Intimate candlelit cocktails, shareable tapas and a warm, relaxed buzz right in the heart of Odense’s nightlife district.
The Boat House
0.7 km
A cozy, spirits-focused bar in central Odense, famed for its extensive whisky shelves, creative cocktails and laid-back themed evenings in soft, lounge-like surroundings.
Den Standhaftige Tinsoldat Af Odense
0.8 km
A small, steadfast neighborhood beer bar in Odense C where inexpensive drinks, local regulars, and a laid-back dive-bar atmosphere tell their own quiet story.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
Boogie Dance Café
0.6 km
Odense's oldest disco where retro charm meets genuine community dancing.
BUTCHERS Odense
0.7 km
High-energy nightclub on Odense’s Overgade, mixing pounding bass, lights and late-night drinks in a central old-town setting steps from major sights.
The slaughterhouse Nightclub & Eventhus
0.7 km
Experience industrial-cool nights, live music, and eclectic parties at The Slaughterhouse Nightclub & Eventhus, Odense’s dynamic hub for nightlife and contemporary culture.
Dansebar Odense
0.7 km
Lively central Odense nightclub with mainstream hits, colorful lights and a sociable dance floor vibe from late evening into the early hours.
Dance Odense, Funen Square Dance Club
5.9 km
Community-driven square dancing in a cozy Odense neighborhood hall, where callers, patterns and shared rhythm turn an ordinary evening into a friendly social event.
Muzirkus
26.7 km
Nyborg's independent music sanctuary where local bands rehearse, collaborate, and perform since 1974.
KJ's bodel
27.4 km
Laid‑back local nightspot on Nyborg’s main square, mixing simple drinks, sociable bar chatter and a compact dance floor in an unpretentious setting.
Crazy Daisy Svendborg
40.8 km
Compact, high-energy weekend nightclub in central Svendborg, serving mainstream beats, drinks and a sociable dance floor until the early hours.
AHA Livestage
43.5 km
Intimate live music and cocktail-driven nightlife in the heart of Fredericia, where high-quality sound and curated events turn selected evenings into standout parties.
Falkecenter Samsø ApS
47.1 km
Witness awe-inspiring live falconry shows and get up close with eagles, owls, and hawks at Samsø’s premier raptor center, blending living heritage with wilderness spectacle.
Vinkapellet Samsø
48.1 km
Experience the finest organic and natural wines at Vinkapellet Samsø, a cozy haven for wine enthusiasts in the heart of Brundby.
Ærø Golf Klub
49.5 km
Distinctive links course on Ærø’s northwest cape, blending historic lighthouse views, Nordic coastlines, and a classic Danish golfing challenge.
Samsø Island Distillery
49.5 km
Experience authentic Danish craftsmanship at Samsø Island Distillery, where local botanicals and sustainable practices fuse to create distinctive gin and aquavit on scenic Samsø.
Ræven
49.7 km
Island spirit and Danish hospitality await at Ræven, Samsø—a cozy neighborhood bar with local brews, lively evenings, and a real taste of authentic island life.
Garagen
50.4 km
Garagen is Samsø’s beloved island bar, famed for live music, a rustic woodland setting, and its welcoming, laid-back vibe—a true hub for locals and travelers alike.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Family Friendly
- Entertaining
- Unique
- Scenic
- Fun-filled
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Industrial Designs
- Vintage Styles
- Retro Vibes
For the architecture buff
- Historic
- Industrial
- Landmarks
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Eco-Friendly
- Locally Managed
- Public-Transport Accessible
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Day Trip
- Photowalk
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Wheelchair Access
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly