Hammershus – 1-hour guided tour – in Danish

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.

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