Silkeborg Attractions
Jutland
Silkeborg lies on the Langsø ("Long Lake"), in an area of Central Jutland characterized by forests and lakes; these are the "Danish Lake Uplands", through which flows the Gudenå. During the summer months visitors can enjoy colorful illuminated fountain-displays on the banks of the Langsø.
History
In the Middle Ages there was a castle by the Langsø, close to the site of the present Viborg Bridge, but little now remains.
Silkeborg lies on the Langsø ("Long Lake"), in an area of Central Jutland characterized by forests and lakes; these are the "Danish Lake Uplands", through which flows the Gudenå. During the summer months visitors can enjoy colorful illuminated fountain-displays on the banks of the Langsø.
History
In the Middle Ages there was a castle by the Langsø, close to the site of the present Viborg Bridge, but little now remains.
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In 1840 King Christian VIII conceived the plan of founding a town in the vicinity of present-day Silkeborg, in order to open up the interior of Jutland. In 1845 Michael Drewsen set up a paper factory and other industries soon followed, many of which made use of the waterpower from the Gudenå river. In 1883 the first spa was established here, and in 1900 Silkeborg was elevated to the status of a town. Today various industries are well established and tourism plays an important role in the local economy.
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Historical-Cultural Museum
The Historical-Cultural Museum, housed in the 1770 Hovedgården, is known for containing a well preserved prehistoric man found in a nearby bog.
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Museum of Art
The Museum of Art features works by modern artists and is housed in a building designed by the architect Niels Frithiof.
AQUA Fresh Water Aquarium & Museum
Europe's biggest fresh water aquarium containing more than one million liters of water. The AQUA building is constructed on the floor of a lake.
As well as innumerable fish, the tanks contain otters and ducks. In the park are storks, cormorants and other birds and an aqua-playground for children.
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As well as innumerable fish, the tanks contain otters and ducks. In the park are storks, cormorants and other birds and an aqua-playground for children.
AQUA Ferskvands Akvarium & Museum
Vejlsøvej 55
DK-8600 Silkeborg
Denmark
Vejlsøvej 55
DK-8600 Silkeborg
Denmark
Hours
June 1 to August 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
September 1 to May 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
| Adult | kr 75.00 |
| Senior | kr 65.00 |
| Group discounts | kr 65.00 |
| Child 12 & under | kr 45.00 |
| Child 3 & under | FREE |
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Restaurant or food service
Bunkermuseum
The Bunkermuseum is located in an old German personnel bunker. It houses an exhibition on the German military headquarters in Denmark during WWII.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 |
Folk Dance Festival
This annual day-long festival takes place in late May and brings together dancers and dance troupes from throughout Central Jutland.
Gi Den Gas Family Edutainment Center
Gi Den Gas is the first family edutainment centre in Denmark. There are activities that will suit the whole family.
Activities are geared toward challenging the intellectual, creative and coordination abilities of children and stimulating learning.
Activities are geared toward challenging the intellectual, creative and coordination abilities of children and stimulating learning.
Gronbaek, Denmark
A 13th C. Romanesque church in Grønbæk, 13 km/8 mi north of Silkeborg, has some interesting wall-paintings in the choir which date from the time when the church was built. The frescoes portray Christ Enthroned, with Mary and Peter on one side and John and Paul on the other. The south door is beautifully decorated with granite reliefs.
4 km/2.5 mi away is a very popular typical Jutland inn, the "Kongensbro Kro".
4 km/2.5 mi away is a very popular typical Jutland inn, the "Kongensbro Kro".
Jutland Car Museum
15 km/9.5 mi northwest of Silkeborg, beyond Voel, is the Jutland Car Museum, which will prove very attractive to all who are interested in old cars. On display are about 100 vintage vehicles from the period 1900 to 1942.
Hours
April 1 to May 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 |
May 16 to September 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
September 16 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 |
SCC Country Music Festival
This annual festival takes place in August and includes both Danish and international country musicians and singers. Bands and solo singers from all over the globe are present at this festival.
Steamer Trip
In summer visitors can take a trip on the world's oldest paddle-steamer "Hjejlen"- which is moored in Silkeborg's museum park - through one of the most beautiful parts of Denmark to the Himmelberg (147m/482ft). From the top of the hill there is a splendid view over the surrounding forests and lakes.
The Hjejlen is the oldest operational paddle steamer in the world.
The Hjejlen is the oldest operational paddle steamer in the world.
