Rønhaves Museum

A cosy attic museum on a 14th‑century farm, where tools, toys and grain samples bring everyday rural life on Als vividly back to life.

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Tucked into the attic of a historic aristocratic farm just outside Sønderborg, **Rønhaves Museum** is a small, atmospheric collection that brings rural Danish life vividly to life. Housed above the former horse stable at Rønhave, which dates back to the 14th century, the volunteer-run museum displays tools, farm machinery, school furniture, doll’s prams, lace, household objects and even grain samples from the farm’s time as an agricultural test station. It is an intimate, hands-on glimpse into everyday life and work on a traditional South Jutland estate.

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Hestehave 20, Sønderborg, 6400, DK
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Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
Free
Indoor
Mobile reception: 4 out of 5

Local tips

Plan your visit between April and September, when the museum keeps regular daytime opening hours on weekdays and Saturday mornings.
Allow time to explore the Rønhave courtyard and surrounding landscape; the historic farm buildings and views are part of the experience.
If you are interested in local history, visit on a weekday morning when volunteers are more likely to be present to share stories.
Combine the museum with nearby sights in Sønderborg, such as Sønderborg Castle or Dybbøl Banke, for a full day of regional history.

Getting There

Car from central Sønderborg

Driving from central Sønderborg to Rønhaves Museum typically takes 10–15 minutes, covering a little under 5 km on local roads. The route uses standard two‑lane roads suitable for all vehicles. Parking is generally available in the Rønhave farm area at no extra cost, but spaces can be more limited on sunny weekends when the guesthouse and butcher are busy.
Local bus within Sønderborg area

Regional buses connect central Sønderborg with stops in the vicinity of Hestehave on Als, with a typical travel time of 20–35 minutes depending on the line and time of day. A single adult ticket on local buses in the Sønderborg area usually costs in the range of 20–30 DKK and can be bought from the driver or via regional transport apps. Services run more frequently on weekdays than at weekends, so it is worth checking the timetable in advance.
Taxi from Sønderborg town centre

A taxi from Sønderborg’s central area to Rønhaves Museum usually takes around 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic and pick‑up point. The fare for such a short regional trip typically falls in the range of 130–200 DKK, with surcharges possible in the evening or on public holidays. Taxis are a convenient option if you are travelling in a small group or visiting outside the most frequent bus hours.
Cycling from Sønderborg

Cycling from Sønderborg to Rønhaves Museum takes about 20–30 minutes each way for an average rider, following mainly quiet local roads on relatively gentle terrain. The route includes some minor inclines but no major hills, making it a pleasant outing in good weather. Surfaces are paved, though you should be prepared for wind along open stretches near the coast.

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A Farm Attic Filled with Local Stories

Rønhaves Museum sits high under the roof beams of the old horse stable at Rønhave, a historic aristocratic farm on the island of Als. The setting is half the charm: creaking floorboards, timber rafters and the faint smell of old wood create the feeling of stepping into a carefully preserved time capsule. This is not a grand national museum, but a modest, characterful attic packed with objects that once shaped everyday life in the surrounding countryside. Rønhave itself can be traced back to the early 14th century, and its long agricultural history is palpable as soon as you enter the courtyard. The museum makes use of this historic backdrop, turning one of the large farm buildings into an intimate exhibition space where the estate’s own story is intertwined with that of the local community.

Everyday Life on a South Jutland Estate

Inside the attic, displays focus on tools, machines and household items that tell how people lived and worked here over generations. You will find hand tools and early agricultural machinery, from simple implements to more complex contraptions that once transformed work in the fields and barns. School desks and benches evoke the local classroom, while doll’s prams, toys and lacework open a window onto domestic life and leisure. The objects are often presented in small thematic groupings rather than behind elaborate installations, which makes the experience feel close and personal. It is easy to picture farmhands, housekeepers, children and craftsmen using these items in their daily routines, and to appreciate how much effort once went into tasks that today are mechanised or forgotten.

From Experimental Farm to Living Archive

One of the more unusual aspects of Rønhaves Museum is its focus on the period when the farm served as an agricultural test station. Exhibits include jars and boxes of different grains, along with newspaper clippings and documents relating to experiments carried out in the fields around the estate. These traces show how Rønhave played a role in modernising farming practices, linking local work to broader developments in Danish agriculture. This blend of domestic objects, farm equipment and archival material turns the attic into a kind of three-dimensional scrapbook. Rather than a single narrative, you encounter many overlapping stories: technological change, shifts in land use, evolving household roles and the rhythms of rural life along the Alssund waters.

Volunteer Passion Behind the Displays

The museum is run entirely by volunteers connected with the Ulkebøl Local History Archive, and their dedication is central to the experience. They collect, conserve and interpret objects, and are often on hand to explain how something was used or to share an anecdote from the area. This personal involvement gives the museum a warm, conversational tone, more like being shown around a private collection than visiting a formal institution. Objects are frequently donated by local families, which means many items have known stories attached to them. Over time, the attic has grown into a community treasure house where the material culture of the region is kept accessible rather than disappearing into storage or being discarded.

A Calm Stop in Historic Rural Surroundings

Outside the museum door, the wider Rønhave property offers views of fields, forest and water, as well as other repurposed farm buildings, including a lifestyle shop and butcher. Combined, they create a relaxed rural environment where you can linger after looking around the attic. The museum itself is compact, making it easy to fit into a broader day exploring Sønderborg, Dybbøl Banke or the coastal paths of Als. Because it focuses on tangible, everyday objects, Rønhaves Museum appeals across ages: adults can trace historical changes in tools and techniques, while children recognise toys and school items in older forms. The result is a quiet, engaging encounter with the agricultural heritage that has shaped South Jutland’s landscape and identity for centuries.

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Car from central Sønderborg

Local bus within Sønderborg area

Taxi from Sønderborg town centre

Cycling from Sønderborg

Rønhaves museum location weather suitability

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Discover more about Rønhaves museum

A Farm Attic Filled with Local Stories

Everyday Life on a South Jutland Estate

From Experimental Farm to Living Archive

Volunteer Passion Behind the Displays

A Calm Stop in Historic Rural Surroundings

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Mindesten for korporal Hammerström og konstabel Frederiksen

Befrielsessten i Vester Sottrup

Iskonditoriet

Papirgalleriet v/Gitte Kristjansen

Memory stone

King's Redoubt

Sønderborg Kommunale Kommandocentral

Tysk skanse X

Mindesten for Røde Kors

Windmill

Genforeningsmærke på Dybbøl Skanse II

Gedenkstein für hingerichtete Widerstandskämpfer

Foundation country Schäferhaus

Bregninge Kirke

Forladt skorsten

Unmissable attractions to see

Sandbjerg Manor

Støvlen

Center for Verdensmål

Lysvang Vandtårn

Mindesten for løjtnant A.P.Dorscheus

Mølleparken

Mindesten for Løjtnant Rothenborg Muus

Deutsches Museum Nordschleswig

Rønhaveplads

Hønekilden

Vægmalerierne på Nørre Havnegade

Ringridermuseet i Sønderborg

Dybbølstenen

Kongevejsparken

Selfiebænken - Big yellow

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