Nationalmuseets Kommandørgård (The Sea Captain’s House)

Step inside an 18th‑century sea captain’s farm on Rømø, where Dutch tiles, whaling history and wide Wadden Sea views bring Denmark’s maritime past to life.

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Set on the windswept island of Rømø overlooking the Wadden Sea, Nationalmuseets Kommandørgård is a beautifully preserved 18th‑century sea captain’s farmstead. Once home to a wealthy whaling family, the house is now part of the National Museum of Denmark and showcases richly painted interiors, rooms lined with Dutch tiles, original furnishings and outbuildings. In the barn, a dramatic sperm whale skeleton evokes the island’s whaling era, while a cosy café and open grounds make this an evocative half‑day stop.

A brief summary to Nationalmuseets Kommandørgård

Juvrevej 60, Rømø, 6792, DK
+4574755276
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Duration: 1 to 3 hours
Mid ranged
Mixed
Mobile reception: 4 out of 5

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
Sunday 10 am-4 pm

Local tips

Check seasonal opening; the museum typically operates from spring to early autumn and may be closed on Mondays even in high season.
Bring a light jacket, as the exposed Wadden Sea setting can feel cool and breezy even on sunny days.
Allow time for the whale skeleton in the barn; it is a highlight that helps make sense of Rømø’s whaling history.
Surfaces are uneven and there are steps between rooms, so sturdy shoes are useful and access can be challenging for some visitors.
Plan a café stop to enjoy homemade cake and sea views, or bring a picnic to eat at the outdoor seating near the house.

Getting There

Car from mainland Jutland

From the Skærbæk area on the Jutland mainland, driving to Rømø via the causeway typically takes 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic. Once on the island, continue north towards Toftum; the museum lies along Juvrevej in open countryside with clear roadside signage. There is free parking on site, but spaces can fill on busy summer days, so allow extra time to park and walk in.
Bus from Skærbæk or Tønder region

Regional buses connect Skærbæk with Rømø several times a day, with a journey time of around 40–60 minutes depending on route and stops. Services usually continue along the island’s main road with a stop within walking distance of Juvrevej. A single adult ticket typically costs about 25–40 DKK. Outside peak season, departures are less frequent, so checking current timetables in advance is important.
Taxi from Rømø ferry harbour (Havneby)

If you arrive by ferry to Havneby from Sylt, local taxis can take you directly to Nationalmuseets Kommandørgård in about 10–15 minutes. Fares usually range between 130 and 200 DKK depending on time of day and exact pickup point. Taxis should be booked ahead during busy holiday periods, and it is worth confirming whether card payment is accepted when you reserve.
Cycling on Rømø

Rømø is relatively flat and has a network of quiet roads and bike paths, making cycling a pleasant way to reach the museum from villages such as Lakolk or Havneby in roughly 20–45 minutes. Expect some wind exposure on open stretches near the Wadden Sea. Surfaces are paved but can include occasional gravel; lights and reflective gear are advisable in low‑light conditions.

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Whaling wealth on a windswept Wadden Sea island

Nationalmuseets Kommandørgård, also known as The Sea Captain’s House, stands on Rømø facing the wide, tidal flats of the Wadden Sea. The setting is open and rural: low farm buildings, grazing sheep and the constant sense of sea air even when the water has pulled far out across the mudflats. The house tells the story of the commanders – captains who sailed north to the Arctic in pursuit of whales and trade, bringing prosperity back to this remote island. Although this particular farm was not originally owned by a commander, it was later given the title because it so closely resembles the grand households of Rømø’s maritime elite. Its low, timbered profile and red‑tiled roof conceal an interior that feels unexpectedly opulent for an 18th‑century farm in such a windswept corner of Denmark.

Inside an 18th‑century captain’s world

Step through the heavy doorway and you enter a sequence of snug, low‑ceilinged rooms that have been carefully furnished to evoke life here in the 1700s. Walls are lined with oak panelling and detailed joinery, and many rooms retain finely painted decorative borders and doors. Light falls softly through small windows onto polished wooden chests, sturdy tables and box beds built into the walls. One of the most striking features is the extensive use of Dutch tiles. Entire walls shimmer with blue‑and‑white scenes of ships, biblical stories and everyday life, a reminder of how closely connected Rømø once was to ports in the Netherlands. Imported wallpapers and well‑crafted furniture add to the sense of a household that invested its whaling profits in comfort and display, even in this far‑flung corner of Jutland.

A whale skeleton in the barn

Beyond the main living quarters, the farm buildings form a sheltered yard. Here, the practical routines of agricultural life met the global world of shipping and whaling. In the barn you encounter one of the site’s most memorable exhibits: the large skeleton of a sperm whale that stranded on Rømø in the 1990s. Suspended and reassembled, it fills the space with pale bones and a sense of the immense creatures that once drew captains north. Standing beneath the skeleton, it is easy to imagine the dangers and rewards of the voyages that paid for this farm. The display links the quiet fields around you with stormy Arctic seas, and underlines how deeply Rømø’s history is tied to marine resources and long‑distance trade.

Sea views, open grounds and a cosy café

Outside, the farm enjoys far‑reaching views over meadows and out towards the Wadden Sea. On clear days you can trace the subtle line where land turns to tidal flat and then to shining water. The grounds around the house offer space for children to play and for adults to wander between buildings, lingering over architectural details and old construction techniques. Close to the farmhouse a small café serves simple lunches, coffee, tea, ice creams and homemade cakes. It is an atmospheric place to pause between exploring rooms, particularly on breezy days when the contrast between the snug interior and the exposed landscape feels strongest. Benches and seating areas allow you to sit outside with a packed lunch and enjoy the coastal light.

Practicalities, access and seasonal rhythm

The museum is run as part of the National Museum of Denmark and generally opens seasonally from spring into autumn, with closures in winter and on some weekdays. Adult tickets are moderately priced, while children and young people enter free, making it an accessible cultural stop for families. Surfaces in the yard can be uneven, and thresholds and steps mean that access for visitors with reduced mobility can require extra time and care. The atmosphere, however, is unhurried: there is enough to see for a focused one‑hour visit, but many travellers choose to linger longer, combining the historic interiors, the whale skeleton and a café break into a relaxed half‑day around Rømø’s maritime past.

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Bunker

2.3 km

A concrete relic of World War II occupation, standing silent in Denmark's westernmost forest.

Gamle Redningsstation

6.2 km

Compact red-brick lifeboat station turned firehouse, telling Rømø’s quietly dramatic story of storms, shipwrecks and island resilience along the Wadden Sea.

Kanonenhügel

8.8 km

A modest grassy mound above Havneby harbour where two 17th‑century cannons, wide Wadden Sea views and Rømø’s maritime past quietly meet.

Rømø-Sylt Linie GmbH & Co. KG

18.2 km

Experience the stunning Rømø-Sylt Ferry journey, connecting two beautiful islands with breathtaking views of the North Sea.

Kammerslusen Ribe

20.7 km

Discover Copenhagen's Black Diamond: A fusion of modern architecture and cultural heritage on the waterfront.

Æ Kåver

20.8 km

Reborn wooden seamark on Fanø’s southern edge, Æ Kåver recalls 17th‑century seafaring in a wild Wadden Sea landscape of wind, sand and wide horizons.

Sønderho Church

21.2 km

An 18th‑century island church filled with Denmark’s largest flotilla of votive ships, anchoring Sønderho’s seafaring history in a tranquil Wadden Sea village.

Queen Dagmar of Bohemia

22.3 km

A contemplative statue on Ribe’s former castle hill, honouring the gentle 13th‑century Queen Dagmar where her life and legend became entwined with Denmark’s history.

Museet Ribes Vikinger

22.5 km

A graceful neo-Gothic Anglican church in central Copenhagen, St Alban’s offers British heritage, tranquil interiors, and a picturesque setting amid city icons.

Vidåslusen

23.6 km

Discover Vidåslusen in Højer, Denmark: A historic sluice offering stunning Wadden Sea views, local cuisine, and a gateway to the Tøndermarsken marshlands.

Galgebakken

23.7 km

Denmark's haunting reminder of the witch hunts that claimed eleven lives in Ribe between 1572 and 1652.

Højer Sluse

24.6 km

Discover the historic Højer Sluse, a gateway to the Wadden Sea National Park, offering insights into coastal defense and the region's unique natural beauty.

Sønderho Gl. Fuglekøje

25.2 km

Step into history at Sønderho Gl. Fuglekøje, Fanø’s authentic duck decoy, where Danish coastal tradition, wildlife, and island heritage come to life in tranquil heathland.

Skovlegeplads

25.3 km

Discover Skovlegeplads in Fanø, where nature meets adventure in a delightful playground for families and children.

Pælebjerg - Det højeste punkt på Fanø

26.3 km

Fanø's windswept summit offering panoramic North Sea views and access to scenic dune forest trails.

Unmissable attractions to see

Hvalkæbehegn ved Hvalfangergården

0.9 km

A modest Rømø farmhouse fence built from towering whale jawbones, preserving the island’s dramatic whaling past in a single, striking roadside stop.

Havegærde Af Hvalunderkæber

1.0 km

A surreal village fence of towering whale jawbones, Havegærde Af Hvalunderkæber turns a Juvre farmhouse garden into a powerful reminder of Rømø’s whaling past.

Turbåden Mandøpigen

1.4 km

Intimate Wadden Sea crossings by Turbåden Mandøpigen, gliding between Rømø, Mandø and the mainland past seals, oysters and vast tidal landscapes.

Rømø shooting area

1.9 km

Vast dunes and heathland at Rømø’s wild northern tip, where military training grounds and protected nature meet under the wide Wadden Sea sky.

Garagebunker

2.2 km

A low concrete wartime bunker half-hidden in Rømø’s dunes, the Garagebunker quietly reveals the island’s strategic past amid heather, pines and North Sea wind.

Mammutbunkeren

2.2 km

A colossal World War II radar bunker half-buried in Rømø’s dunes, Mammutbunkeren offers a stark, atmospheric encounter with coastal military history.

Bunker und Bunkertour Römö

2.2 km

Guided wartime exploration beneath the pines of Rømø, where hidden Second World War bunkers and radar relics meet tranquil dunes, heather and coastal forest.

Bålpladsen

2.2 km

A rustic campfire circle amid Rømø’s dunes and heather, where woodsmoke, wide skies and simple outdoor cooking create an authentic taste of Danish hygge.

Marskdestilleriet

2.6 km

Modern island distillery on Rømø, transforming Wadden Sea marshland and coastal botanicals into refined gins, aquavits and relaxed tastings with a view.

Naturcenter Tønnisgård

2.7 km

Intimate nature center in a thatched farmhouse, opening a window onto Rømø’s dunes, wildlife and the ever-changing Wadden Sea National Park.

Juvre Sand

4.0 km

A vast off-limits tidal landscape at Rømø’s northern tip, where bird-filled Wadden Sea flats double as a Danish military training ground watched from a safe dyke-top perch.

Rømø

4.0 km

A windswept Wadden Sea island where endless beaches, tidal wildlife and sea-breezy adventures meet historic farmhouses and unhurried North Sea light.

Rømødæmningen

4.2 km

A 9.2 km ribbon of road across the Wadden Sea, Rømødæmningen links Jutland and Rømø with sweeping horizons, rich birdlife and a powerful sense of open sky.

Lakolk

4.7 km

Vast Wadden Sea sands, car-friendly shoreline and wind-filled skies make Lakolk the wide-open beach heart of Rømø’s North Sea coast.

Famous Rømø Beach

5.0 km

An immense North Sea strand where you can drive on the sand, chase the wind with kites and sails, and wander for kilometres between dunes, sky and sea.

Panoramic golf-course views, generous brunches and flexible gourmet dining inside Enjoy Resorts Rømø, with terrace seating and on-site leisure activities next door.

A homely island supermarket in historic farm buildings, blending fresh groceries, bakery treats, ice‑cream and garden minigolf into one easy Rømø stop.

Essential bars & hidden hideouts

Mødestedet

13.5 km

Cozy wine bar on Skærbæk’s main street, where locals and visitors share unhurried glasses of wine, simple snacks and relaxed conversation from day to evening.

Bodega Pubs v/ Kim

13.6 km

Cozy local bodega in Skærbæk serving cold beer, simple drinks, and laid-back Danish bar culture in a friendly, down-to-earth neighborhood setting.

Termansens

22.1 km

Intimate jazz and live music in a centuries-old townhouse, where Ribe’s historic charm meets cozy, small-scale culture house vibes after dark.

Klubben 1811

22.1 km

Casual, spacious bar in Ribe’s old town, mixing sports, pool and cold beer in a bright, easygoing setting just steps from the city’s medieval streets.

Stenbohus

22.3 km

Cosy, timeworn bar in the heart of Ribe, blending historic surroundings with easygoing drinks, local character and relaxed late‑night atmosphere.

Strygejernet

22.3 km

Intimate corner pub in Ribe’s old town, pairing rustic coziness, smoke-free comfort and friendly bar life with simple drinks, games and unhurried evenings.

Café Valdemar

22.6 km

A compact late‑night bar and disco in the heart of historic Ribe, blending casual drinks, chart‑driven beats and a friendly weekend crowd on Sct Nicolaj Gade.

Vin For Dig Ribe

22.6 km

Cosy neighbourhood wine shop and intimate vinbar in Ribe, pairing curated bottles with generous takeaway tapas and relaxed Danish hygge.

Grosmann's

28.3 km

Small-town Danish hygge in a tiny cocktail bar on Kirkegade, where classic drinks, warm lighting and everyday village life meet in laid-back South Jutland style.

Kabyssen

30.5 km

Fanø's cherished community bar serving authentic Danish island hospitality with live music and genuine warmth.

TimeOut Bar

32.4 km

Unpretentious bodega-style beer hall in central Tønder, pouring simple drinks and late-night conversation for locals and curious travelers alike.

Hjørnekroen

32.8 km

Cosy corner bar in Nordby where Fanø’s island life, live music nights and classic Danish bodega charm come together over draught beer and easy conversation.

Dokken City Beach

33.6 km

A pocket of sand, deckchairs and drinks on Esbjerg Harbour, Dokken City Beach turns the working waterfront into a relaxed urban seaside escape.

Teddy’s Corner

33.6 km

Unpretentious local bar in Toftlund offering simple drinks, small‑town hygge and an easygoing glimpse into everyday South Jutland nightlife.

Dowdi Pub Bar

33.9 km

Old-school brown pub in central Esbjerg with inexpensive beers, wood‑panelled charm and a relaxed, local crowd from daytime regulars to late‑night lingerers.

Nightclubs & after hour spots

Rotes Kliff

27.3 km

Experience the vibrant nightlife of Rotes Kliff in Sylt, a premier disco club and cocktail bar perfect for unforgettable evenings.

Fanø Blokart

28.0 km

Experience high-speed land sailing on the scenic sands of Fanø, where wind, adventure, and stunning North Sea landscapes converge at Fanø Blokart.

Club Fanø Rindby

30.5 km

Vital hub for kite sports, fatbiking, and Nordic coastal adventure on Fanø, pairing local expertise with welcoming spirit in the island’s scenic Rindby beach area.

P2 Champagne & Cocktail Tønder

32.5 km

Intimate champagne and cocktail lounge bringing late-night sparkle and city-style glamour to the historic heart of Tønder.

Al Capone

32.5 km

Tønder’s sole nightclub, Al Capone blends a rustic 1920s‑inspired mood, late‑night beats and strong drinks into an intimate speakeasy‑style party den.

No.31 - Bar & Natklub

34.1 km

Compact, high-energy nightclub on Esbjerg’s Skolegade, blending late-night bar vibes, loud DJ sets and a youthful dance floor in the heart of the city.

Bilka-søen

38.8 km

Esbjerg's energetic nightclub delivering vibrant music, dancing, and social entertainment in a lively atmosphere.

Crazy Daisy Vejen

50.3 km

High-energy disco club in central Vejen, bringing late-night music, dancing and big-city nightclub vibes to a compact South Jutland town.

Fishi

56.7 km

Compact, no-frills nightclub in Vejen with loud beats, simple drinks and a friendly small-town crowd that keeps the dance floor moving late into the night.

Koldingtivet Engen

67.9 km

Compact Kolding disco where locals pack the dance floor, mainstream hits fill the speakers and late-night energy turns a modest venue into a full-bodied club night.

Discoteque Tordenskiold

68.3 km

Kolding's legendary two-floor discotheque and cultural institution since 1973.

Mørks Kælder

68.5 km

Modern basement nightclub in central Kolding, pouring drinks and classic dance tunes for a grown-up crowd late into the weekend night.

Pitstop

68.7 km

Small, central and loud, Pitstop is Kolding’s alternative live music stronghold, blending intimate gigs, late-night dancing and laid-back bar vibes in a historic building.

Jazz 6000

68.9 km

An essential stop in Kolding for jazz lovers, Jazz 6000 brings world-class live music, community spirit, and a cozy club atmosphere to southern Denmark.

Liglad Day & Nightlife

69.8 km

Compact late-night club on Grindsted’s main street, mixing local vibes, DJs and simple drinks for weekend nights that run into the early hours.

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Nationalmuseets Kommandørgård (The Sea Captain’s House)

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Getting There

Car from mainland Jutland

Bus from Skærbæk or Tønder region

Taxi from Rømø ferry harbour (Havneby)

Cycling on Rømø

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Discover more about Nationalmuseets Kommandørgård

Whaling wealth on a windswept Wadden Sea island

Inside an 18th‑century captain’s world

A whale skeleton in the barn

Sea views, open grounds and a cosy café

Practicalities, access and seasonal rhythm

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Bunker

Gamle Redningsstation

Kanonenhügel

Rømø-Sylt Linie GmbH & Co. KG

Kammerslusen Ribe

Æ Kåver

Sønderho Church

Queen Dagmar of Bohemia

Museet Ribes Vikinger

Vidåslusen

Galgebakken

Højer Sluse

Sønderho Gl. Fuglekøje

Skovlegeplads

Pælebjerg - Det højeste punkt på Fanø

Unmissable attractions to see

Hvalkæbehegn ved Hvalfangergården

Havegærde Af Hvalunderkæber

Turbåden Mandøpigen

Rømø shooting area

Garagebunker

Mammutbunkeren

Bunker und Bunkertour Römö

Bålpladsen

Marskdestilleriet

Naturcenter Tønnisgård

Juvre Sand

Rømø

Rømødæmningen

Lakolk

Famous Rømø Beach

Essential places to dine

Asia kitchen(Sushi , Wok, Buffet)

Café Fru Dax

Café Hr. Dax

Cafeteria Lakolk

Rømø Pizza & Pasta Restaurant

Roland Imbiss

MEGA GRILL

Rømø Pandekagehus

Ristorante Europa Rømø

HAVNEBY KRO RESTAURANT

Hansens pølser

Havnekiosken Rømø

Otto & Ani's Fisk

Frankel 5

Restaurant Diget

Markets, malls and hidden boutiques

Cafe Hattesgaard

Elisabeth

By Vicky

Rømø Lys

Westwind Lakolk

Metropolis Drachen

Ny Form Rømø

Rømø Bolsjeri og Ishus

Butik Rømø

Lakolk Butikscenter

Elisabeth v/Arie Levi