Explore Bornholm

🍽️ LONG-TABLE DINNER AT SMEDJEN 🍻

📅 SUNDAY 11 OCTOBER
🕠 5:30–8:00 pm
💰 Price: DKK 100

Join us for a cosy Sunday evening at Smedjen, where we gather around long tables for a good meal and pleasant company.

Everyone is welcome – come on your own, with your family or bring some friends. We will create the perfect atmosphere while we enjoy the food and each other’s company.

🍽️ Good food
🤝 Great company
❤️ Sunday evening at Smedjen

Mark the date in your calendar and join us for a cosy evening around the long table.

We look forward to seeing you at Smedjen!

Date: 11 October 2026
5:30–8:00 pm
Ticket price: DKK 100 excl. fees and transaction costs
Price at the door: DKK 125
Please note: 200 seats at long tables

Tables/seats cannot be reserved
Doors open at 5:00 pm

PLEASE NOTE: Tickets MUST be redeemed by 5:30 pm!
Tickets that have not been redeemed by 5:30 pm will be resold via the waiting list

Family-friendly guided tour of Hammershus – step into the Middle Ages on Bornholm
Language: Danish

Enjoy a fun and active family tour of Hammershus – the largest castle ruin on Bornholm and one of Denmark’s most impressive medieval fortresses. Here, history comes to life for children and adults alike.

On this guided experience at Hammershus, the whole family becomes part of the story. Together, you bring the castle’s fascinating history to life: Hear about the king’s daughter imprisoned in the tower, the lives of the soldiers at the castle, and the power struggles, intrigues and everyday life of the Middle Ages. The guide brings costume pieces, allowing children – and adults – to step straight into the roles and experience history up close.

This child-friendly guided tour is designed for families and anyone who enjoys learning through play. Explore the impressive ruins while discovering medieval Denmark in an engaging and memorable way. It is history presented at a child-friendly level – combined with fresh air and one of the island’s most beautiful views.

Save money with a 2-for-1 ticket during the high season: During the high season, you can buy a 2-for-1 ticket giving you access to both this guided tour of Hammershus and admission to Bornholms Middelaldercenter. You save DKK 25 per ticket, and the admission ticket to the medieval centre is valid for 7 days.

A perfect family experience on Bornholm, where play, history and holiday memories go hand in hand.

Practical information about the tour:

• Language: Danish
• Duration: 1½ hours
• Meeting point: The Visitor Centre (on the roof), Slotslyngvej 9, 3770 Allinge
• Price:
  Children under 3: Free
  Children (3–10 years): DKK 50
  Adults (over 10 years): DKK 85
• The tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility due to the uneven terrain of the ruins
• Dogs: Dogs are not allowed indoors at the Visitor Centre.
  Dogs are allowed on a leash in all outdoor areas at Hammershus – waste must be picked up immediately.
• Toilets: Toilets are available at the Visitor Centre

In deutscher Sprache. Bei unserer 2-stündigen deutschen Führung lernen Sie Hammershus von allen Seiten kennen. Unsere deutschsprachigen Guides sind mittelalterlicher Tracht gekleidet – sie zeigen Ihnen alle Geheimnisse, die die Burgruine birgt, und berichten lebendig von deren abenteuerlicher Geschichte.
Denn hier Hat sich Bornholms Schicksal mehr als einmal zenziden – und Sie werden auf unserer Tour dramatische Schicksale kennen lernen – von der Königschter, die auf Hammershus gefangen saß, bis zu den schlauen Befreiern Bornholms.

Preis: 85 DKK pro Person, Kinder von 3-10 Jahren 50 DKK, Kinder von 0-2 Jahren frei.

Treffpunkt: Auf dem Dach des Hammershus-Besucherzentrums, Slotslyngvej 9, 3770 Allinge.
Dauer: 2 Stunden

Hinweis: Bitte parken Sie Ihr Auto auf dem Besucherparkplatz oberhalb des Besucherzentrums, auch wenn sich unser Treffpunkt auf dem Bus- und Behindertenparkplatz befindet. Es gibt sehr strenge Parkkontrollen auf dem Behindertenparkplatz mit hohen Gebühren.

Bitte beachten Sie auch, dass das Gelände auf Hammershus für Menschen mit Behinderungen schwierig zu begehen ist.

🧸👕 CHILDREN’S CLOTHES & TOY FLEA MARKET AT SMEDJEN 🧸🎈

📅 MONDAY 12 OCTOBER
🕚 11:30 am–2:00 pm
📍 SMEDJEN

Come along to a friendly flea market at Smedjen, with plenty of opportunities to pick up a bargain for the kids!

🧸 Toys
👕 Children’s clothes
🎲 Games and fun
🛍️ Great second-hand finds

Bring the kids, drop by and browse for toys and children’s clothes at great prices.

You might find exactly what you need – or something you didn’t even know you were looking for! 😊

Registration is required via smedjenitejn@gmail.com. There is space for 16 stalls – first come, first served! Having a sales stall is free of charge, but if you register and do not show up, a fee of DKK 200 will be charged.

See you for a lovely day at Smedjen!

Guided tour of Hammershus – 700 years of dramatic medieval history on Bornholm
Language: Danish

Experience an atmospheric and insightful guided tour of Hammershus – Bornholm’s most famous attraction and the largest castle ruin in Northern Europe. Here, among the impressive ruins, you will be introduced to more than 700 years of dramatic medieval history.

During the tour of Hammershus, you will follow a knowledgeable guide dressed in medieval costume who brings the past to life through historical insight and engaging storytelling. Hear about trials and executions, power struggles and sieges, attacks and defence – and about the castle’s role as a centre of power in the Baltic region. You will also learn about the castle’s heyday and its gradual decline as it lost its strategic importance.

This historical guided tour is aimed at adults and families looking for deeper insight, cultural history and authentic storytelling in spectacular surroundings. If children join the tour, our experienced guides are happy to involve them in the story in a fun and educational way. Combine the stories of medieval Denmark with the magnificent views across the Baltic Sea – and enjoy one of the most atmospheric experiences in northern Bornholm.

Practical information about the tour:

Join a vivid journey back to the 14th century as one of the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter leads you through the village and opens the door to a world of people, crafts and stories. The tour is not about grand performances, but about the stories that bring the buildings and people of the past to life in your imagination.

Together with the guide, you visit the village’s different houses and workshops, where you hear about the lives of the blacksmith, the potter and the dyer, as well as the sense of community and celebration in the guild hall. Using the authentic surroundings as a backdrop, the guide brings everyday life, work and the people who might once have lived here vividly to life.

The tour also takes you inside the palisade to the impressive fortified manor, where the elite of society lived. Here you can explore the cookhouse, the kitchen building and the magnificent hall, whose wall paintings are inspired by the decorations in Østerlars Round Church. You will also visit the house of worship and the peaceful monks’ garden with medicinal herbs and plants, while the guide tells stories about faith, power, food, illness and daily life on medieval Bornholm.

Along the way, you gain a fascinating insight into the differences between rich and poor, the crafts of the period and the many small and large stories that together shaped life in a medieval village. Surrounded by tarred timber buildings, herb gardens and historic settings, the past feels remarkably close and alive.

This guided tour is the perfect introduction to Bornholms Middelaldercenter and gives both children and adults an engaging, sensory and thought-provoking encounter with life as it might have looked almost 700 years ago.

Get ready for laughs, suspense and chicken bingo in Brænderigænget, when Svaneke’s hens enter the arena and the lucky poop numbers of the day are about to be found.

This is not about fast legs or impressive performance – it is about patience, good timing and a hen with just the right gut feeling. The audience follows closely while everyone waits for the decisive dropping, with plenty of laughter, comments from the sidelines and genuine Svaneke atmosphere along the way.

Chicken Poop Bingo has been a regular part of summer in Svaneke for many years, bringing together locals, holidaymakers and curious passers-by for one of the island’s quirkiest experiences. The action takes place in Brænderigænget every Wednesday at 18:00 and every Saturday at 13:00 from June through August. Tickets are normally sold from one hour before the start.

The proceeds help support music and local activities in Svaneke – so you can join the game, enjoy the fun and support the town’s summer life at the same time.

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

“It’s bloody dangerous!” That sets the tone as the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter take the audience into the medieval world of gunpowder and cannons. The language is refreshingly direct, the humour is infectious, and both children and adults quickly become part of the show.

At the same time, there is plenty of history and knowledge behind the fun. The fearsome black-powder weapons are brought to life as the air fills with the smell of sulphur and gun smoke, and the tension slowly builds towards the blast that can be felt through both the ground and your chest.

You see how the cannon is loaded, while the guides explain the early firearms that helped change warfare forever. You hear about the history of the weapons, the archaeological finds behind the reconstructions and the technology that impressed, frightened and fascinated people more than 500 years ago.

The centre’s cannon is a replica of a ship’s cannon dating from around 1400, discovered in the sea off Anholt. It also holds a very special place in the history of Bornholms Middelaldercenter itself. Before the village houses and the fortified manor were built, it all began with a travelling cannon and a group of history enthusiasts.

As the fuse approaches the touch hole, anticipation builds among the crowd. A flash of fire, a thick cloud of white smoke and a thunderous bang give you a very real sense of medieval gunpowder weapons. This is history you do not just see and hear – you feel it.

After the firing, you can get a closer look at the weapons and ask the guides questions about medieval gunpowder weapons and how they were used.

Extra firing demonstrations during school holidays: During selected holiday periods, the centre also demonstrates handheld hook guns, which fire their own impressive salutes and offer an even closer look at medieval firearms.

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

Evening tour at Hammershus – an atmospheric medieval experience at dusk – including exclusive access to the Butter Cellar.
Language: Danish

Experience a very special evening tour at Hammershus, where medieval history comes to life in the soft light of dusk. This atmospheric guided tour is an immersive experience for both adults and older children. The tour includes a visit to the Butter Cellar, which is normally closed to visitors.

With bat lanterns in hand, we make our way up through the castle grounds as darkness slowly settles over one of Bornholm’s most iconic sights. Along the way, the guide tells the story of the castle’s changing roles over more than 700 years – from centre of power and fortress to abandoned ruin – and of the struggle for control of Bornholm in the Middle Ages.

In the special atmosphere of sunset and twilight, stories emerge that rarely have the same impact in daylight. You will hear about dramatic events, power struggles and the lives of people who once moved within these walls. The evening tour offers a different and more intense way to experience the history of Hammershus, with the surroundings adding even more atmosphere to the stories.

Through vivid storytelling, you will gain insight into the most important events in the history of Hammershus – Denmark’s largest castle ruin and one of the country’s most important medieval monuments.

Practical information:

• Language: Danish
• Duration: 2 hours
• Times: The tour is offered 3 times a week during the Danish school summer holidays and on selected days outside the main season.
  Starting time varies depending on the time of sunset.
• Meeting point: P2 (bus and accessible parking) by the visitor centre, Slotslyngvej 9, 3770 Allinge
• Price:
  Children under 3: Free
  Children (3–10 years): DKK 50
  Adults (over 10 years): DKK 85
• The tour is not recommended for people with walking difficulties due to the uneven terrain of the ruins
• Dogs: Must be kept on a lead. Please pick up after your dog immediately.
• Toilet: Only one toilet is available by the accessible parking area. The visitor centre is usually closed at this time.

Remember to bring warm clothing. It can be cold at Hammershus in the evening – even in summer.

Get a true taste of Bornholm when Farmers Market Bornholm opens at Tejn Harbour.

Meet local food producers, sample the island’s ingredients and specialities, discover food trucks and hear the stories directly from the people behind the products.

Drop by, taste, explore and meet the producers behind some of Bornholm’s fantastic food.

We look forward to seeing you at the harbour!

Free admission

Date: 13 October 2026
11:00 am–3:00 pm

Join a vivid journey back to the 14th century as one of the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter leads you through the village and opens the door to a world of people, crafts and stories. The tour is not about grand performances, but about the stories that bring the buildings and people of the past to life in your imagination.

Together with the guide, you visit the village’s different houses and workshops, where you hear about the lives of the blacksmith, the potter and the dyer, as well as the sense of community and celebration in the guild hall. Using the authentic surroundings as a backdrop, the guide brings everyday life, work and the people who might once have lived here vividly to life.

The tour also takes you inside the palisade to the impressive fortified manor, where the elite of society lived. Here you can explore the cookhouse, the kitchen building and the magnificent hall, whose wall paintings are inspired by the decorations in Østerlars Round Church. You will also visit the house of worship and the peaceful monks’ garden with medicinal herbs and plants, while the guide tells stories about faith, power, food, illness and daily life on medieval Bornholm.

Along the way, you gain a fascinating insight into the differences between rich and poor, the crafts of the period and the many small and large stories that together shaped life in a medieval village. Surrounded by tarred timber buildings, herb gardens and historic settings, the past feels remarkably close and alive.

This guided tour is the perfect introduction to Bornholms Middelaldercenter and gives both children and adults an engaging, sensory and thought-provoking encounter with life as it might have looked almost 700 years ago.

Tour guides: Svampevennerne på Bornholm, Marianne Kleist and Lars Bitsch

Meeting point: Pedersker shelter, Ølenevej 42 J

Organiser: NaturBornholm in cooperation with DN Bornholm

The walk is free for everyone, but registration is required.

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

Make your own toy inspired by the Middle Ages – and take it home with you

Join a cosy, family-friendly workshop at Bornholms Middelaldercenter, where you can try your hand at making a simple toy from days gone by.

A nut mill is a simple but fascinating toy that shows how just a few materials could be used to create movement and entertainment. During the workshop, you can make your own nut mill and discover how it works.

When you are finished, you can of course take your nut mill home with you – a small handmade souvenir from your visit to Bornholms Middelaldercenter.

It costs DKK 20 to make a nut mill.

Tuesday 13 October, 2.00–3.30 pm

“It’s bloody dangerous!” That sets the tone as the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter take the audience into the medieval world of gunpowder and cannons. The language is refreshingly direct, the humour is infectious, and both children and adults quickly become part of the show.

At the same time, there is plenty of history and knowledge behind the fun. The fearsome black-powder weapons are brought to life as the air fills with the smell of sulphur and gun smoke, and the tension slowly builds towards the blast that can be felt through both the ground and your chest.

You see how the cannon is loaded, while the guides explain the early firearms that helped change warfare forever. You hear about the history of the weapons, the archaeological finds behind the reconstructions and the technology that impressed, frightened and fascinated people more than 500 years ago.

The centre’s cannon is a replica of a ship’s cannon dating from around 1400, discovered in the sea off Anholt. It also holds a very special place in the history of Bornholms Middelaldercenter itself. Before the village houses and the fortified manor were built, it all began with a travelling cannon and a group of history enthusiasts.

As the fuse approaches the touch hole, anticipation builds among the crowd. A flash of fire, a thick cloud of white smoke and a thunderous bang give you a very real sense of medieval gunpowder weapons. This is history you do not just see and hear – you feel it.

After the firing, you can get a closer look at the weapons and ask the guides questions about medieval gunpowder weapons and how they were used.

Extra firing demonstrations during school holidays: During selected holiday periods, the centre also demonstrates handheld hook guns, which fire their own impressive salutes and offer an even closer look at medieval firearms.

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

Evening tour at Hammershus – an atmospheric medieval experience at dusk – including exclusive access to the Butter Cellar.
Language: Danish

Experience a very special evening tour at Hammershus, where medieval history comes to life in the soft light of dusk. This atmospheric guided tour is an immersive experience for both adults and older children. The tour includes a visit to the Butter Cellar, which is normally closed to visitors.

With bat lanterns in hand, we make our way up through the castle grounds as darkness slowly settles over one of Bornholm’s most iconic sights. Along the way, the guide tells the story of the castle’s changing roles over more than 700 years – from centre of power and fortress to abandoned ruin – and of the struggle for control of Bornholm in the Middle Ages.

In the special atmosphere of sunset and twilight, stories emerge that rarely have the same impact in daylight. You will hear about dramatic events, power struggles and the lives of people who once moved within these walls. The evening tour offers a different and more intense way to experience the history of Hammershus, with the surroundings adding even more atmosphere to the stories.

Through vivid storytelling, you will gain insight into the most important events in the history of Hammershus – Denmark’s largest castle ruin and one of the country’s most important medieval monuments.

Practical information:

• Language: Danish
• Duration: 2 hours
• Times: The tour is offered 3 times a week during the Danish school summer holidays and on selected days outside the main season.
  Starting time varies depending on the time of sunset.
• Meeting point: P2 (bus and accessible parking) by the visitor centre, Slotslyngvej 9, 3770 Allinge
• Price:
  Children under 3: Free
  Children (3–10 years): DKK 50
  Adults (over 10 years): DKK 85
• The tour is not recommended for people with walking difficulties due to the uneven terrain of the ruins
• Dogs: Must be kept on a lead. Please pick up after your dog immediately.
• Toilet: Only one toilet is available by the accessible parking area. The visitor centre is usually closed at this time.

Remember to bring warm clothing. It can be cold at Hammershus in the evening – even in summer.

MUSIC BINGO – A fun-filled experience!

Come along to SMEDJEN’s popular music bingo, where the music is playing, the atmosphere is lively and there is always something new to look forward to!

Each Music Bingo features a new theme – from iconic 80s hits and the biggest Danish songs to unforgettable 90s classics. Whatever the theme, we guarantee great vibes, plenty of dancing and a fantastic evening with good friends and great music.

And of course, there are prizes waiting for all the lucky winners! So bring your best dance moves and help make Music Bingo the highlight of the week!

Date: 13 October 2026
Starts at 7:00 pm
Ticket price: DKK 65 excl. fees and transaction costs
Price at the door: DKK 95
Please note: 200 seats at long tables (first come, first served)

Tables/seats cannot be reserved
Doors open at 5:30 pm

Food stalls are open until 8:00 pm

PLEASE NOTE: Tickets MUST be redeemed by 6:55 pm!
Tickets that have not been redeemed by 6:45 pm will be resold via the waiting list

Family-friendly guided tour of Hammershus – step into the Middle Ages on Bornholm
Language: Danish

Enjoy a fun and active family tour of Hammershus – the largest castle ruin on Bornholm and one of Denmark’s most impressive medieval fortresses. Here, history comes to life for children and adults alike.

On this guided experience at Hammershus, the whole family becomes part of the story. Together, you bring the castle’s fascinating history to life: Hear about the king’s daughter imprisoned in the tower, the lives of the soldiers at the castle, and the power struggles, intrigues and everyday life of the Middle Ages. The guide brings costume pieces, allowing children – and adults – to step straight into the roles and experience history up close.

This child-friendly guided tour is designed for families and anyone who enjoys learning through play. Explore the impressive ruins while discovering medieval Denmark in an engaging and memorable way. It is history presented at a child-friendly level – combined with fresh air and one of the island’s most beautiful views.

Save money with a 2-for-1 ticket during the high season: During the high season, you can buy a 2-for-1 ticket giving you access to both this guided tour of Hammershus and admission to Bornholms Middelaldercenter. You save DKK 25 per ticket, and the admission ticket to the medieval centre is valid for 7 days.

A perfect family experience on Bornholm, where play, history and holiday memories go hand in hand.

Practical information about the tour:

• Language: Danish
• Duration: 1½ hours
• Meeting point: The Visitor Centre (on the roof), Slotslyngvej 9, 3770 Allinge
• Price:
  Children under 3: Free
  Children (3–10 years): DKK 50
  Adults (over 10 years): DKK 85
• The tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility due to the uneven terrain of the ruins
• Dogs: Dogs are not allowed indoors at the Visitor Centre.
  Dogs are allowed on a leash in all outdoor areas at Hammershus – waste must be picked up immediately.
• Toilets: Toilets are available at the Visitor Centre

Guided tour of Hammershus – 700 years of dramatic medieval history on Bornholm
Language: Danish

Experience an atmospheric and insightful guided tour of Hammershus – Bornholm’s most famous attraction and the largest castle ruin in Northern Europe. Here, among the impressive ruins, you will be introduced to more than 700 years of dramatic medieval history.

During the tour of Hammershus, you will follow a knowledgeable guide dressed in medieval costume who brings the past to life through historical insight and engaging storytelling. Hear about trials and executions, power struggles and sieges, attacks and defence – and about the castle’s role as a centre of power in the Baltic region. You will also learn about the castle’s heyday and its gradual decline as it lost its strategic importance.

This historical guided tour is aimed at adults and families looking for deeper insight, cultural history and authentic storytelling in spectacular surroundings. If children join the tour, our experienced guides are happy to involve them in the story in a fun and educational way. Combine the stories of medieval Denmark with the magnificent views across the Baltic Sea – and enjoy one of the most atmospheric experiences in northern Bornholm.

Practical information about the tour:

Join a vivid journey back to the 14th century as one of the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter leads you through the village and opens the door to a world of people, crafts and stories. The tour is not about grand performances, but about the stories that bring the buildings and people of the past to life in your imagination.

Together with the guide, you visit the village’s different houses and workshops, where you hear about the lives of the blacksmith, the potter and the dyer, as well as the sense of community and celebration in the guild hall. Using the authentic surroundings as a backdrop, the guide brings everyday life, work and the people who might once have lived here vividly to life.

The tour also takes you inside the palisade to the impressive fortified manor, where the elite of society lived. Here you can explore the cookhouse, the kitchen building and the magnificent hall, whose wall paintings are inspired by the decorations in Østerlars Round Church. You will also visit the house of worship and the peaceful monks’ garden with medicinal herbs and plants, while the guide tells stories about faith, power, food, illness and daily life on medieval Bornholm.

Along the way, you gain a fascinating insight into the differences between rich and poor, the crafts of the period and the many small and large stories that together shaped life in a medieval village. Surrounded by tarred timber buildings, herb gardens and historic settings, the past feels remarkably close and alive.

This guided tour is the perfect introduction to Bornholms Middelaldercenter and gives both children and adults an engaging, sensory and thought-provoking encounter with life as it might have looked almost 700 years ago.

Get ready for laughs, suspense and chicken bingo in Brænderigænget, when Svaneke’s hens enter the arena and the lucky poop numbers of the day are about to be found.

This is not about fast legs or impressive performance – it is about patience, good timing and a hen with just the right gut feeling. The audience follows closely while everyone waits for the decisive dropping, with plenty of laughter, comments from the sidelines and genuine Svaneke atmosphere along the way.

Chicken Poop Bingo has been a regular part of summer in Svaneke for many years, bringing together locals, holidaymakers and curious passers-by for one of the island’s quirkiest experiences. The action takes place in Brænderigænget every Wednesday at 18:00 and every Saturday at 13:00 from June through August. Tickets are normally sold from one hour before the start.

The proceeds help support music and local activities in Svaneke – so you can join the game, enjoy the fun and support the town’s summer life at the same time.

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

“It’s bloody dangerous!” That sets the tone as the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter take the audience into the medieval world of gunpowder and cannons. The language is refreshingly direct, the humour is infectious, and both children and adults quickly become part of the show.

At the same time, there is plenty of history and knowledge behind the fun. The fearsome black-powder weapons are brought to life as the air fills with the smell of sulphur and gun smoke, and the tension slowly builds towards the blast that can be felt through both the ground and your chest.

You see how the cannon is loaded, while the guides explain the early firearms that helped change warfare forever. You hear about the history of the weapons, the archaeological finds behind the reconstructions and the technology that impressed, frightened and fascinated people more than 500 years ago.

The centre’s cannon is a replica of a ship’s cannon dating from around 1400, discovered in the sea off Anholt. It also holds a very special place in the history of Bornholms Middelaldercenter itself. Before the village houses and the fortified manor were built, it all began with a travelling cannon and a group of history enthusiasts.

As the fuse approaches the touch hole, anticipation builds among the crowd. A flash of fire, a thick cloud of white smoke and a thunderous bang give you a very real sense of medieval gunpowder weapons. This is history you do not just see and hear – you feel it.

After the firing, you can get a closer look at the weapons and ask the guides questions about medieval gunpowder weapons and how they were used.

Extra firing demonstrations during school holidays: During selected holiday periods, the centre also demonstrates handheld hook guns, which fire their own impressive salutes and offer an even closer look at medieval firearms.

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

🎤 BOMLES VENNER AT SMEDJEN 🎶

Look forward to two festive evenings at Smedjen with Denmark’s friendliest and longest-running Bamses Venner tribute band!

Bomles Venner takes you on a nostalgic journey through all the beloved hits by Bamses Venner – performed with plenty of energy, warmth and sing-along spirit.

The lead singer both looks and sounds like Flemming “Bamse” Jørgensen, and the band goes to great lengths to get as close as possible to the original Bamse sound.

In 2023, Thomas "Bomle" Engelund took part in DR’s musical entertainment programme "Stjerneklar", where, as part of "Team Bamse", he impersonated Danish music icon Flemming "Bamse" Jørgensen.

With his powerful voice and more than 25 years of experience with the tribute band Bomles Venner, he impressed both the judges and viewers. He made it all the way to the grand final in June 2023. Despite a strong performance, he was ultimately beaten by a contestant impersonating Kim Larsen.

Since appearing on the programme, he has continued to enjoy great success performing and touring around Denmark with his interpretations of Bamse’s many much-loved classics.

🎶 Plenty of well-known Bamse hits
🎤 Sing-alongs
🍻 Great atmosphere

Bamse beer + Danish-style hash. Price: DKK 475.

The ticket includes:
+ Danish-style hash
+ Unlimited draught beer

See you at Smedjen!

Date: 14 & 15 October 2026
Concert starts at 8:00 pm
Ticket price: DKK 475 excl. fees and transaction costs
Price at the door: DKK 495
Please note: 200 seats at long tables (first come, first served) – 130 standing places

Tables/seats cannot be reserved
Doors open at 5:30 pm

PLEASE NOTE: Tickets MUST be redeemed by 7:45 pm!
Tickets that have not been redeemed by 7:45 pm will be resold via the waiting list

Deutsche Kirchenführung in der Rundkirche von Østerlars

Erleben Sie Bornholms mittelalterliche Geschichte bei einer einstündigen Führung durch die Rundkirche von Østerlar – die größte und bekannteste Rundkirche der Insel.

Ein der Guides des Mittelaltercenters, in mittelalterlicher Gewandung, führt Sie durch den Kirchenraum und berichtet über das Mittelalter, die Macht der Kirche und das Leben in der katolischen Kirche vor der Reformation.

Die Kirche wurde um 1150 erbaut und ist vor allem für ihre Wandmalereien aus der Zeit um 1350 bekannt. Sie zeigen Szenen aus dem Leben Jesu – von der Verkündigung an Maria bis zum Jüngsten Gericht – und wurden 1958 vom Restaurator des Nationalmuseums

Die Rundkirche von Østerlar liegt etwas außerhalb von Østerlars und in unmittelbarer Nähe des mittelalterlichen Zentrums von Bornholm , sodass die Tour idealerweise mit einem Besuch des mittelalterlichen Zentrums kombiniert werden kann.

Preis: DKK 90 pro Person, Kinder von 3-10 Jahren DKK 50, Kinder von 0-2 Jahren frei.

Treffpunkt: Österlars Rundkirche, Vietsvej 25, 3760 Gudhjem.
Dauer: 1 Stunde

Join a vivid journey back to the 14th century as one of the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter leads you through the village and opens the door to a world of people, crafts and stories. The tour is not about grand performances, but about the stories that bring the buildings and people of the past to life in your imagination.

Together with the guide, you visit the village’s different houses and workshops, where you hear about the lives of the blacksmith, the potter and the dyer, as well as the sense of community and celebration in the guild hall. Using the authentic surroundings as a backdrop, the guide brings everyday life, work and the people who might once have lived here vividly to life.

The tour also takes you inside the palisade to the impressive fortified manor, where the elite of society lived. Here you can explore the cookhouse, the kitchen building and the magnificent hall, whose wall paintings are inspired by the decorations in Østerlars Round Church. You will also visit the house of worship and the peaceful monks’ garden with medicinal herbs and plants, while the guide tells stories about faith, power, food, illness and daily life on medieval Bornholm.

Along the way, you gain a fascinating insight into the differences between rich and poor, the crafts of the period and the many small and large stories that together shaped life in a medieval village. Surrounded by tarred timber buildings, herb gardens and historic settings, the past feels remarkably close and alive.

This guided tour is the perfect introduction to Bornholms Middelaldercenter and gives both children and adults an engaging, sensory and thought-provoking encounter with life as it might have looked almost 700 years ago.

Tour guides: Svampevennerne på Bornholm, Marianne Kleist and Lars Bitsch

Meeting point: Car park by Fyrvejen 2A

Organiser: NaturBornholm in cooperation with DN Bornholm

The walk is free for everyone, but registration is required.

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

“It’s bloody dangerous!” That sets the tone as the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter take the audience into the medieval world of gunpowder and cannons. The language is refreshingly direct, the humour is infectious, and both children and adults quickly become part of the show.

At the same time, there is plenty of history and knowledge behind the fun. The fearsome black-powder weapons are brought to life as the air fills with the smell of sulphur and gun smoke, and the tension slowly builds towards the blast that can be felt through both the ground and your chest.

You see how the cannon is loaded, while the guides explain the early firearms that helped change warfare forever. You hear about the history of the weapons, the archaeological finds behind the reconstructions and the technology that impressed, frightened and fascinated people more than 500 years ago.

The centre’s cannon is a replica of a ship’s cannon dating from around 1400, discovered in the sea off Anholt. It also holds a very special place in the history of Bornholms Middelaldercenter itself. Before the village houses and the fortified manor were built, it all began with a travelling cannon and a group of history enthusiasts.

As the fuse approaches the touch hole, anticipation builds among the crowd. A flash of fire, a thick cloud of white smoke and a thunderous bang give you a very real sense of medieval gunpowder weapons. This is history you do not just see and hear – you feel it.

After the firing, you can get a closer look at the weapons and ask the guides questions about medieval gunpowder weapons and how they were used.

Extra firing demonstrations during school holidays: During selected holiday periods, the centre also demonstrates handheld hook guns, which fire their own impressive salutes and offer an even closer look at medieval firearms.

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

Evening tour at Hammershus – an atmospheric medieval experience at dusk – including exclusive access to the Butter Cellar.
Language: Danish

Experience a very special evening tour at Hammershus, where medieval history comes to life in the soft light of dusk. This atmospheric guided tour is an immersive experience for both adults and older children. The tour includes a visit to the Butter Cellar, which is normally closed to visitors.

With bat lanterns in hand, we make our way up through the castle grounds as darkness slowly settles over one of Bornholm’s most iconic sights. Along the way, the guide tells the story of the castle’s changing roles over more than 700 years – from centre of power and fortress to abandoned ruin – and of the struggle for control of Bornholm in the Middle Ages.

In the special atmosphere of sunset and twilight, stories emerge that rarely have the same impact in daylight. You will hear about dramatic events, power struggles and the lives of people who once moved within these walls. The evening tour offers a different and more intense way to experience the history of Hammershus, with the surroundings adding even more atmosphere to the stories.

Through vivid storytelling, you will gain insight into the most important events in the history of Hammershus – Denmark’s largest castle ruin and one of the country’s most important medieval monuments.

Practical information:

• Language: Danish
• Duration: 2 hours
• Times: The tour is offered 3 times a week during the Danish school summer holidays and on selected days outside the main season.
  Starting time varies depending on the time of sunset.
• Meeting point: P2 (bus and accessible parking) by the visitor centre, Slotslyngvej 9, 3770 Allinge
• Price:
  Children under 3: Free
  Children (3–10 years): DKK 50
  Adults (over 10 years): DKK 85
• The tour is not recommended for people with walking difficulties due to the uneven terrain of the ruins
• Dogs: Must be kept on a lead. Please pick up after your dog immediately.
• Toilet: Only one toilet is available by the accessible parking area. The visitor centre is usually closed at this time.

Remember to bring warm clothing. It can be cold at Hammershus in the evening – even in summer.

🎤 BOMLES VENNER AT SMEDJEN 🎶

Look forward to two festive evenings at Smedjen with Denmark’s friendliest and longest-running Bamses Venner tribute band!

Bomles Venner takes you on a nostalgic journey through all the beloved hits by Bamses Venner – performed with plenty of energy, warmth and sing-along spirit.

The lead singer both looks and sounds like Flemming “Bamse” Jørgensen, and the band goes to great lengths to get as close as possible to the original Bamse sound.

In 2023, Thomas "Bomle" Engelund took part in DR’s musical entertainment programme "Stjerneklar", where, as part of "Team Bamse", he impersonated Danish music icon Flemming "Bamse" Jørgensen.

With his powerful voice and more than 25 years of experience with the tribute band Bomles Venner, he impressed both the judges and viewers. He made it all the way to the grand final in June 2023. Despite a strong performance, he was ultimately beaten by a contestant impersonating Kim Larsen.

Since appearing on the programme, he has continued to enjoy great success performing and touring around Denmark with his interpretations of Bamse’s many much-loved classics.

🎶 Plenty of well-known Bamse hits
🎤 Sing-alongs
🍻 Great atmosphere

Bamse beer + Danish-style hash. Price: DKK 475.

The ticket includes:
+ Danish-style hash
+ Unlimited draught beer

See you at Smedjen!

Date: 14 & 15 October 2026
Concert starts at 8:00 pm
Ticket price: DKK 475 excl. fees and transaction costs
Price at the door: DKK 495
Please note: 200 seats at long tables (first come, first served) – 130 standing places

Tables/seats cannot be reserved
Doors open at 5:30 pm

PLEASE NOTE: Tickets MUST be redeemed by 7:45 pm!
Tickets that have not been redeemed by 7:45 pm will be resold via the waiting list

Family-friendly guided tour of Hammershus – step into the Middle Ages on Bornholm
Language: Danish

Enjoy a fun and active family tour of Hammershus – the largest castle ruin on Bornholm and one of Denmark’s most impressive medieval fortresses. Here, history comes to life for children and adults alike.

On this guided experience at Hammershus, the whole family becomes part of the story. Together, you bring the castle’s fascinating history to life: Hear about the king’s daughter imprisoned in the tower, the lives of the soldiers at the castle, and the power struggles, intrigues and everyday life of the Middle Ages. The guide brings costume pieces, allowing children – and adults – to step straight into the roles and experience history up close.

This child-friendly guided tour is designed for families and anyone who enjoys learning through play. Explore the impressive ruins while discovering medieval Denmark in an engaging and memorable way. It is history presented at a child-friendly level – combined with fresh air and one of the island’s most beautiful views.

Save money with a 2-for-1 ticket during the high season: During the high season, you can buy a 2-for-1 ticket giving you access to both this guided tour of Hammershus and admission to Bornholms Middelaldercenter. You save DKK 25 per ticket, and the admission ticket to the medieval centre is valid for 7 days.

A perfect family experience on Bornholm, where play, history and holiday memories go hand in hand.

Practical information about the tour:

• Language: Danish
• Duration: 1½ hours
• Meeting point: The Visitor Centre (on the roof), Slotslyngvej 9, 3770 Allinge
• Price:
  Children under 3: Free
  Children (3–10 years): DKK 50
  Adults (over 10 years): DKK 85
• The tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility due to the uneven terrain of the ruins
• Dogs: Dogs are not allowed indoors at the Visitor Centre.
  Dogs are allowed on a leash in all outdoor areas at Hammershus – waste must be picked up immediately.
• Toilets: Toilets are available at the Visitor Centre

Experience glassblowing up close at Glød Glas Studio near Balka on Bornholm, as glassblowers Tobias Sode and Lene Dahl Jacobsen demonstrate one of the techniques central to their work with hand-blown glass.

The process begins with the pulling and preparation of a patterned glass cane. The cane is then incorporated into the hot glass, which is blown and shaped into a vase. As the work progresses, the pattern gradually unfolds and becomes an integral part of the finished piece.

The demonstration offers a rare insight into the precision, intense heat and Venetian-inspired glassmaking techniques that characterise the work of Glød Glas Studio. Get close to the process and discover how experience, timing and a steady hand transform hot glass into a unique vase.

Join a vivid journey back to the 14th century as one of the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter leads you through the village and opens the door to a world of people, crafts and stories. The tour is not about grand performances, but about the stories that bring the buildings and people of the past to life in your imagination.

Together with the guide, you visit the village’s different houses and workshops, where you hear about the lives of the blacksmith, the potter and the dyer, as well as the sense of community and celebration in the guild hall. Using the authentic surroundings as a backdrop, the guide brings everyday life, work and the people who might once have lived here vividly to life.

The tour also takes you inside the palisade to the impressive fortified manor, where the elite of society lived. Here you can explore the cookhouse, the kitchen building and the magnificent hall, whose wall paintings are inspired by the decorations in Østerlars Round Church. You will also visit the house of worship and the peaceful monks’ garden with medicinal herbs and plants, while the guide tells stories about faith, power, food, illness and daily life on medieval Bornholm.

Along the way, you gain a fascinating insight into the differences between rich and poor, the crafts of the period and the many small and large stories that together shaped life in a medieval village. Surrounded by tarred timber buildings, herb gardens and historic settings, the past feels remarkably close and alive.

This guided tour is the perfect introduction to Bornholms Middelaldercenter and gives both children and adults an engaging, sensory and thought-provoking encounter with life as it might have looked almost 700 years ago.

Guided tour of Hammershus – 700 years of dramatic medieval history on Bornholm
Language: Danish

Experience an atmospheric and insightful guided tour of Hammershus – Bornholm’s most famous attraction and the largest castle ruin in Northern Europe. Here, among the impressive ruins, you will be introduced to more than 700 years of dramatic medieval history.

During the tour of Hammershus, you will follow a knowledgeable guide dressed in medieval costume who brings the past to life through historical insight and engaging storytelling. Hear about trials and executions, power struggles and sieges, attacks and defence – and about the castle’s role as a centre of power in the Baltic region. You will also learn about the castle’s heyday and its gradual decline as it lost its strategic importance.

This historical guided tour is aimed at adults and families looking for deeper insight, cultural history and authentic storytelling in spectacular surroundings. If children join the tour, our experienced guides are happy to involve them in the story in a fun and educational way. Combine the stories of medieval Denmark with the magnificent views across the Baltic Sea – and enjoy one of the most atmospheric experiences in northern Bornholm.

Practical information about the tour:

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

Make a pair of warm rabbit-fur hand warmers – and take your own handmade creation home

Join a cosy, family-friendly workshop in the atmospheric surroundings of Bornholms Middelaldercenter, where you can learn how to make your own rabbit-fur hand warmers.

Choose the rabbit fur you would like to work with and get help creating your own pattern and sewing the hand warmers together. You will be guided through the process, so that by the end of the workshop you can take home a pair of soft, warm “gloves” made by you.

The hand warmers make a lovely treat for yourself or a personal, handmade Christmas gift for someone special – perhaps Mum.

The workshop costs DKK 100 per pair of hand warmers.

Friday 16 October, 2.00–3.30 pm

Join us for an interesting talk about waxcap fungi and learn how to distinguish the different species. With beautiful photos and an easy-to-follow introduction, you will gain insight into the key characteristics of Danish waxcaps and their special connection to old grasslands. The talk is for anyone interested in nature, fungi and biodiversity – whether you are a beginner or an experienced mushroom enthusiast.

Speakers: Svampevennerne, Hanne Petra Katballe and David Boertmann
Meeting point: NaturBornholm, Grønningen 30, 3720 Aakirkeby
Organiser: NaturBornholm in cooperation with DN Bornholm

The talk is free for everyone.

Remember to book your place.

“It’s bloody dangerous!” That sets the tone as the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter take the audience into the medieval world of gunpowder and cannons. The language is refreshingly direct, the humour is infectious, and both children and adults quickly become part of the show.

At the same time, there is plenty of history and knowledge behind the fun. The fearsome black-powder weapons are brought to life as the air fills with the smell of sulphur and gun smoke, and the tension slowly builds towards the blast that can be felt through both the ground and your chest.

You see how the cannon is loaded, while the guides explain the early firearms that helped change warfare forever. You hear about the history of the weapons, the archaeological finds behind the reconstructions and the technology that impressed, frightened and fascinated people more than 500 years ago.

The centre’s cannon is a replica of a ship’s cannon dating from around 1400, discovered in the sea off Anholt. It also holds a very special place in the history of Bornholms Middelaldercenter itself. Before the village houses and the fortified manor were built, it all began with a travelling cannon and a group of history enthusiasts.

As the fuse approaches the touch hole, anticipation builds among the crowd. A flash of fire, a thick cloud of white smoke and a thunderous bang give you a very real sense of medieval gunpowder weapons. This is history you do not just see and hear – you feel it.

After the firing, you can get a closer look at the weapons and ask the guides questions about medieval gunpowder weapons and how they were used.

Extra firing demonstrations during school holidays: During selected holiday periods, the centre also demonstrates handheld hook guns, which fire their own impressive salutes and offer an even closer look at medieval firearms.

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

During Svaneke Market Days, the town square comes alive with local stalls and a warm market atmosphere. Here you can explore Bornholm products, crafts, plants, jewellery, ceramics, knitwear, honey and much more.

The market days are also a great opportunity to take a relaxed walk through Svaneke, enjoy the town’s beautiful streets, visit shops and galleries, and experience the special summer atmosphere that makes the town one of Bornholm’s most charming places. There is often music and small festive features on the square, helping to create a lively and relaxed atmosphere in the heart of the town.

Join a vivid journey back to the 14th century as one of the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter leads you through the village and opens the door to a world of people, crafts and stories. The tour is not about grand performances, but about the stories that bring the buildings and people of the past to life in your imagination.

Together with the guide, you visit the village’s different houses and workshops, where you hear about the lives of the blacksmith, the potter and the dyer, as well as the sense of community and celebration in the guild hall. Using the authentic surroundings as a backdrop, the guide brings everyday life, work and the people who might once have lived here vividly to life.

The tour also takes you inside the palisade to the impressive fortified manor, where the elite of society lived. Here you can explore the cookhouse, the kitchen building and the magnificent hall, whose wall paintings are inspired by the decorations in Østerlars Round Church. You will also visit the house of worship and the peaceful monks’ garden with medicinal herbs and plants, while the guide tells stories about faith, power, food, illness and daily life on medieval Bornholm.

Along the way, you gain a fascinating insight into the differences between rich and poor, the crafts of the period and the many small and large stories that together shaped life in a medieval village. Surrounded by tarred timber buildings, herb gardens and historic settings, the past feels remarkably close and alive.

This guided tour is the perfect introduction to Bornholms Middelaldercenter and gives both children and adults an engaging, sensory and thought-provoking encounter with life as it might have looked almost 700 years ago.

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

“It’s bloody dangerous!” That sets the tone as the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter take the audience into the medieval world of gunpowder and cannons. The language is refreshingly direct, the humour is infectious, and both children and adults quickly become part of the show.

At the same time, there is plenty of history and knowledge behind the fun. The fearsome black-powder weapons are brought to life as the air fills with the smell of sulphur and gun smoke, and the tension slowly builds towards the blast that can be felt through both the ground and your chest.

You see how the cannon is loaded, while the guides explain the early firearms that helped change warfare forever. You hear about the history of the weapons, the archaeological finds behind the reconstructions and the technology that impressed, frightened and fascinated people more than 500 years ago.

The centre’s cannon is a replica of a ship’s cannon dating from around 1400, discovered in the sea off Anholt. It also holds a very special place in the history of Bornholms Middelaldercenter itself. Before the village houses and the fortified manor were built, it all began with a travelling cannon and a group of history enthusiasts.

As the fuse approaches the touch hole, anticipation builds among the crowd. A flash of fire, a thick cloud of white smoke and a thunderous bang give you a very real sense of medieval gunpowder weapons. This is history you do not just see and hear – you feel it.

After the firing, you can get a closer look at the weapons and ask the guides questions about medieval gunpowder weapons and how they were used.

Extra firing demonstrations during school holidays: During selected holiday periods, the centre also demonstrates handheld hook guns, which fire their own impressive salutes and offer an even closer look at medieval firearms.

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

In deutscher Sprache. Bei unserer 2-stündigen deutschen Führung lernen Sie Hammershus von allen Seiten kennen. Unsere deutschsprachigen Guides sind mittelalterlicher Tracht gekleidet – sie zeigen Ihnen alle Geheimnisse, die die Burgruine birgt, und berichten lebendig von deren abenteuerlicher Geschichte.
Denn hier Hat sich Bornholms Schicksal mehr als einmal zenziden – und Sie werden auf unserer Tour dramatische Schicksale kennen lernen – von der Königschter, die auf Hammershus gefangen saß, bis zu den schlauen Befreiern Bornholms.

Preis: 85 DKK pro Person, Kinder von 3-10 Jahren 50 DKK, Kinder von 0-2 Jahren frei.

Treffpunkt: Auf dem Dach des Hammershus-Besucherzentrums, Slotslyngvej 9, 3770 Allinge.
Dauer: 2 Stunden

Hinweis: Bitte parken Sie Ihr Auto auf dem Besucherparkplatz oberhalb des Besucherzentrums, auch wenn sich unser Treffpunkt auf dem Bus- und Behindertenparkplatz befindet. Es gibt sehr strenge Parkkontrollen auf dem Behindertenparkplatz mit hohen Gebühren.

Bitte beachten Sie auch, dass das Gelände auf Hammershus für Menschen mit Behinderungen schwierig zu begehen ist.

Join a vivid journey back to the 14th century as one of the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter leads you through the village and opens the door to a world of people, crafts and stories. The tour is not about grand performances, but about the stories that bring the buildings and people of the past to life in your imagination.

Together with the guide, you visit the village’s different houses and workshops, where you hear about the lives of the blacksmith, the potter and the dyer, as well as the sense of community and celebration in the guild hall. Using the authentic surroundings as a backdrop, the guide brings everyday life, work and the people who might once have lived here vividly to life.

The tour also takes you inside the palisade to the impressive fortified manor, where the elite of society lived. Here you can explore the cookhouse, the kitchen building and the magnificent hall, whose wall paintings are inspired by the decorations in Østerlars Round Church. You will also visit the house of worship and the peaceful monks’ garden with medicinal herbs and plants, while the guide tells stories about faith, power, food, illness and daily life on medieval Bornholm.

Along the way, you gain a fascinating insight into the differences between rich and poor, the crafts of the period and the many small and large stories that together shaped life in a medieval village. Surrounded by tarred timber buildings, herb gardens and historic settings, the past feels remarkably close and alive.

This guided tour is the perfect introduction to Bornholms Middelaldercenter and gives both children and adults an engaging, sensory and thought-provoking encounter with life as it might have looked almost 700 years ago.

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

“It’s bloody dangerous!” That sets the tone as the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter take the audience into the medieval world of gunpowder and cannons. The language is refreshingly direct, the humour is infectious, and both children and adults quickly become part of the show.

At the same time, there is plenty of history and knowledge behind the fun. The fearsome black-powder weapons are brought to life as the air fills with the smell of sulphur and gun smoke, and the tension slowly builds towards the blast that can be felt through both the ground and your chest.

You see how the cannon is loaded, while the guides explain the early firearms that helped change warfare forever. You hear about the history of the weapons, the archaeological finds behind the reconstructions and the technology that impressed, frightened and fascinated people more than 500 years ago.

The centre’s cannon is a replica of a ship’s cannon dating from around 1400, discovered in the sea off Anholt. It also holds a very special place in the history of Bornholms Middelaldercenter itself. Before the village houses and the fortified manor were built, it all began with a travelling cannon and a group of history enthusiasts.

As the fuse approaches the touch hole, anticipation builds among the crowd. A flash of fire, a thick cloud of white smoke and a thunderous bang give you a very real sense of medieval gunpowder weapons. This is history you do not just see and hear – you feel it.

After the firing, you can get a closer look at the weapons and ask the guides questions about medieval gunpowder weapons and how they were used.

Extra firing demonstrations during school holidays: During selected holiday periods, the centre also demonstrates handheld hook guns, which fire their own impressive salutes and offer an even closer look at medieval firearms.

Deutsche Kirchenführung in der Rundkirche von Østerlars

Erleben Sie Bornholms mittelalterliche Geschichte bei einer einstündigen Führung durch die Rundkirche von Østerlar – die größte und bekannteste Rundkirche der Insel.

Ein der Guides des Mittelaltercenters, in mittelalterlicher Gewandung, führt Sie durch den Kirchenraum und berichtet über das Mittelalter, die Macht der Kirche und das Leben in der katolischen Kirche vor der Reformation.

Die Kirche wurde um 1150 erbaut und ist vor allem für ihre Wandmalereien aus der Zeit um 1350 bekannt. Sie zeigen Szenen aus dem Leben Jesu – von der Verkündigung an Maria bis zum Jüngsten Gericht – und wurden 1958 vom Restaurator des Nationalmuseums

Die Rundkirche von Østerlar liegt etwas außerhalb von Østerlars und in unmittelbarer Nähe des mittelalterlichen Zentrums von Bornholm , sodass die Tour idealerweise mit einem Besuch des mittelalterlichen Zentrums kombiniert werden kann.

Preis: DKK 90 pro Person, Kinder von 3-10 Jahren DKK 50, Kinder von 0-2 Jahren frei.

Treffpunkt: Österlars Rundkirche, Vietsvej 25, 3760 Gudhjem.
Dauer: 1 Stunde

In deutscher Sprache. Bei unserer 2-stündigen deutschen Führung lernen Sie Hammershus von allen Seiten kennen. Unsere deutschsprachigen Guides sind mittelalterlicher Tracht gekleidet – sie zeigen Ihnen alle Geheimnisse, die die Burgruine birgt, und berichten lebendig von deren abenteuerlicher Geschichte.
Denn hier Hat sich Bornholms Schicksal mehr als einmal zenziden – und Sie werden auf unserer Tour dramatische Schicksale kennen lernen – von der Königschter, die auf Hammershus gefangen saß, bis zu den schlauen Befreiern Bornholms.

Preis: 85 DKK pro Person, Kinder von 3-10 Jahren 50 DKK, Kinder von 0-2 Jahren frei.

Treffpunkt: Auf dem Dach des Hammershus-Besucherzentrums, Slotslyngvej 9, 3770 Allinge.
Dauer: 2 Stunden

Hinweis: Bitte parken Sie Ihr Auto auf dem Besucherparkplatz oberhalb des Besucherzentrums, auch wenn sich unser Treffpunkt auf dem Bus- und Behindertenparkplatz befindet. Es gibt sehr strenge Parkkontrollen auf dem Behindertenparkplatz mit hohen Gebühren.

Bitte beachten Sie auch, dass das Gelände auf Hammershus für Menschen mit Behinderungen schwierig zu begehen ist.

Join a vivid journey back to the 14th century as one of the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter leads you through the village and opens the door to a world of people, crafts and stories. The tour is not about grand performances, but about the stories that bring the buildings and people of the past to life in your imagination.

Together with the guide, you visit the village’s different houses and workshops, where you hear about the lives of the blacksmith, the potter and the dyer, as well as the sense of community and celebration in the guild hall. Using the authentic surroundings as a backdrop, the guide brings everyday life, work and the people who might once have lived here vividly to life.

The tour also takes you inside the palisade to the impressive fortified manor, where the elite of society lived. Here you can explore the cookhouse, the kitchen building and the magnificent hall, whose wall paintings are inspired by the decorations in Østerlars Round Church. You will also visit the house of worship and the peaceful monks’ garden with medicinal herbs and plants, while the guide tells stories about faith, power, food, illness and daily life on medieval Bornholm.

Along the way, you gain a fascinating insight into the differences between rich and poor, the crafts of the period and the many small and large stories that together shaped life in a medieval village. Surrounded by tarred timber buildings, herb gardens and historic settings, the past feels remarkably close and alive.

This guided tour is the perfect introduction to Bornholms Middelaldercenter and gives both children and adults an engaging, sensory and thought-provoking encounter with life as it might have looked almost 700 years ago.

What does it feel like to hold a medieval bow in your hands? At Bornholms Middelaldercenter, both children and adults can try archery at the range, with a guide there to help along the way. You get the chance to draw the bow yourself, take aim and discover just how much concentration and control it takes to make a good shot.

The bow is part of the story of medieval weaponry. By around the 14th century, the period represented by the centre’s fortified manor, the crossbow was beginning to take over the bow’s role as a weapon of war in Denmark. At the archery range, however, you can try the older type of weapon for yourself and get a real sense of the challenge involved in using it.

During the Medieval Gathering in week 29, you can also meet bowyers and get a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the weapon. The archers make their own bows and are happy to share tips at the range – an extra experience for anyone curious about how a bow is made.

A hands-on activity where you take part yourself and experience a small piece of the Middle Ages with a bow in your hands.

“It’s bloody dangerous!” That sets the tone as the guides at Bornholms Middelaldercenter take the audience into the medieval world of gunpowder and cannons. The language is refreshingly direct, the humour is infectious, and both children and adults quickly become part of the show.

At the same time, there is plenty of history and knowledge behind the fun. The fearsome black-powder weapons are brought to life as the air fills with the smell of sulphur and gun smoke, and the tension slowly builds towards the blast that can be felt through both the ground and your chest.

You see how the cannon is loaded, while the guides explain the early firearms that helped change warfare forever. You hear about the history of the weapons, the archaeological finds behind the reconstructions and the technology that impressed, frightened and fascinated people more than 500 years ago.

The centre’s cannon is a replica of a ship’s cannon dating from around 1400, discovered in the sea off Anholt. It also holds a very special place in the history of Bornholms Middelaldercenter itself. Before the village houses and the fortified manor were built, it all began with a travelling cannon and a group of history enthusiasts.

As the fuse approaches the touch hole, anticipation builds among the crowd. A flash of fire, a thick cloud of white smoke and a thunderous bang give you a very real sense of medieval gunpowder weapons. This is history you do not just see and hear – you feel it.

After the firing, you can get a closer look at the weapons and ask the guides questions about medieval gunpowder weapons and how they were used.

Extra firing demonstrations during school holidays: During selected holiday periods, the centre also demonstrates handheld hook guns, which fire their own impressive salutes and offer an even closer look at medieval firearms.