Bornholm Medieval Centre
Visit Bornholms Medieval Centre and step into a living medieval world with a fortified manor, farm animals, a working watermill and activities for the whole family. Archery, medieval storytelling and hands-on experiences await both children and adults.
Step into the Middle Ages at Bornholms Middelaldercenter
At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, history comes alive for both children and adults. Explore farm animals, a working watermill, small rural houses and an impressive fortified manor with towers, palisades and medieval wall paintings – all surrounded by a unique medieval atmosphere.
Throughout the centre, you will meet guides dressed in authentic medieval clothing, ready to share stories about life on Bornholm during the Middle Ages and invite visitors into the crafts, activities and everyday life of the period. Every day, the centre offers free guided tours and live storytelling that make the visit both entertaining and educational.
Experiences and activities for the whole family
Bornholms Middelaldercenter is especially popular with families, offering plenty of hands-on activities for both children and adults throughout the day. Visitors can try archery, mint their own medieval coin, work with clay at the potter’s workshop or experience the firing of a medieval cannon and hand cannon.
Children can meet goats, rabbits, sheep and geese, listen to pirate stories, sing medieval songs or join fun family activities around the site. During the high season, the area is full of life with even more guides, activities and experiences that make it easy to step into the world of the Middle Ages.
You can always check the current daily programme on the Medieval Centre’s website here – View the daily programme.
A living history experience on Bornholm
Throughout the year, Bornholms Middelaldercenter hosts special events such as medieval gatherings, Christmas markets and activities during Easter, summer and autumn holidays. There is plenty of room for play, learning and immersive experiences – whether you are visiting as a family, couple or history enthusiast.
And the best part? Your ticket is valid for the entire calendar week from your first visit, giving you plenty of opportunities to return and experience even more of the living medieval world.
Contact information
- Email: info@bornholmsmiddelaldercenter.dk
- Phone: +45 5649 8319
Facilities
- Packed lunch permitted
- Coach park
- Restaurant/Cafe
Get directions
Stangevej 1
3760 Gudhjem
Last updated by::Destination Bornholminfo@bornholm.info