Event Series Guided tour of Houvig Fortress

Guided tour of Houvig Fortress

Please note that this bunker tour is conducted by a German-speaking guide. Join a guide from the Ringkøbing Fjord Museum on a tour of the Houvig Fortress and experience the history of World War II firsthand. In 1940, German troops invaded Denmark and the country was occupied. The bunkers are a historical monument to this very period. This is where the German soldiers lived and patrolled. Hear […]

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Event Series Rappelling

Rappelling

Every Wednesday, you can get your adrenaline fix by rappelling down from Lyngvig Fyr if you dare! Lyngvig Fyr one of Denmark’s tallest lighthouses. Climb the 228 steps to the top—53 meters above sea level. Up here, you’ll be met by professional instructors from Team Vest, who will make sure that you […]

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Event Series KUNSTEN invites you inside

KUNSTEN invites you inside

Come to Skjern Vindmølle the first weekend in September for the “KUNSTEN Invites You In” event. On Saturday, September 5, and Sunday, September 6, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., you can view paintings by Lilly Nørrum and Anita Skelmose, as well as ceramics by Ellen Abildtrup. Stop by! As always, there will be coffee and cake—and admission is free.

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KUNSTEN invites you inside

Come to Skjern Vindmølle the first weekend in September for the “KUNSTEN Invites You In” event. On Saturday, September 5, and Sunday, September 6, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., you can view paintings by Lilly Nørrum and Anita Skelmose, as well as ceramics by Ellen Abildtrup. Stop by! As always, there will be coffee and cake—and admission is free.

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Event Series Guided tour of Houvig Fortress

Guided tour of Houvig Fortress

Please note that this bunker tour is conducted by a German-speaking guide. Join a guide from the Ringkøbing Fjord Museum on a tour of the Houvig Fortress and experience the history of World War II firsthand. In 1940, German troops invaded Denmark and the country was occupied. The bunkers are a historical monument to this very period. This is where the German soldiers lived and patrolled. Hear […]

Read more here
Event Series Rappelling

Rappelling

Every Wednesday, you can get your adrenaline fix by rappelling down from Lyngvig Fyr if you dare! Lyngvig Fyr one of Denmark’s tallest lighthouses. Climb the 228 steps to the top—53 meters above sea level. Up here, you’ll be met by professional instructors from Team Vest, who will make sure that you […]

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Event Series Art in the wind turbine

Art in the wind turbine

Come to Skjern Vindmølle, where dedicated volunteers host an art exhibition every Sunday and on select holidays from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. through October. September Exhibition In September, Lilly Nørrum and Anita Skelmose will be exhibiting paintings, while Ellen Abildtrup will be exhibiting ceramics. Stop by! As always, there’s coffee and cake—and free admission.

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Event Series Guided tour of Houvig Fortress

Guided tour of Houvig Fortress

Please note that this bunker tour is conducted by a German-speaking guide. Join a guide from the Ringkøbing Fjord Museum on a tour of the Houvig Fortress and experience the history of World War II firsthand. In 1940, German troops invaded Denmark and the country was occupied. The bunkers are a historical monument to this very period. This is where the German soldiers lived and patrolled. Hear […]

Read more here
Event Series Local history café

Local History Café

The local history cafés at Skjern Vindmølle offer interesting presentations. The working group ensures that there is always at least one speaker at each event. The regular presentations are usually supplemented with photos, comments and contributions from the participants, which has given the audience many nuanced perspectives and information about life in Skjern in the 1900s. The café meetings start at [...]

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Event Series Rappelling

Rappelling

Every Wednesday, you can get your adrenaline fix by rappelling down from Lyngvig Fyr if you dare! Lyngvig Fyr one of Denmark’s tallest lighthouses. Climb the 228 steps to the top—53 meters above sea level. Up here, you’ll be met by professional instructors from Team Vest, who will make sure that you […]

Read more here
Event Series Art in the wind turbine

Art in the wind turbine

Come to Skjern Vindmølle, where dedicated volunteers host an art exhibition every Sunday and on select holidays from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. through October. September Exhibition In September, Lilly Nørrum and Anita Skelmose will be exhibiting paintings, while Ellen Abildtrup will be exhibiting ceramics. Stop by! As always, there’s coffee and cake—and free admission.

Read more here
Event Series Guided tour of Houvig Fortress

Guided tour of Houvig Fortress

Please note that this bunker tour is conducted by a German-speaking guide. Join a guide from the Ringkøbing Fjord Museum on a tour of the Houvig Fortress and experience the history of World War II firsthand. In 1940, German troops invaded Denmark and the country was occupied. The bunkers are a historical monument to this very period. This is where the German soldiers lived and patrolled. Hear […]

Read more here
Event Series Rappelling

Rappelling

Every Wednesday, you can get your adrenaline fix by rappelling down from Lyngvig Fyr if you dare! Lyngvig Fyr one of Denmark’s tallest lighthouses. Climb the 228 steps to the top—53 meters above sea level. Up here, you’ll be met by professional instructors from Team Vest, who will make sure that you […]

Read more here
Event Series Art in the wind turbine

Art in the wind turbine

Come to Skjern Vindmølle, where dedicated volunteers host an art exhibition every Sunday and on select holidays from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. through October. September Exhibition In September, Lilly Nørrum and Anita Skelmose will be exhibiting paintings, while Ellen Abildtrup will be exhibiting ceramics. Stop by! As always, there’s coffee and cake—and free admission.

Read more here
Event Series Guided tour of Houvig Fortress

Guided tour of Houvig Fortress

Please note that this bunker tour is conducted by a German-speaking guide. Join a guide from the Ringkøbing Fjord Museum on a tour of the Houvig Fortress and experience the history of World War II firsthand. In 1940, German troops invaded Denmark and the country was occupied. The bunkers are a historical monument to this very period. This is where the German soldiers lived and patrolled. Hear […]

Read more here
Event Series Local history café

Local History Café

The local history cafés at Skjern Vindmølle offer interesting presentations. The working group ensures that there is always at least one speaker at each event. The regular presentations are usually supplemented with photos, comments and contributions from the participants, which has given the audience many nuanced perspectives and information about life in Skjern in the 1900s. The café meetings start at [...]

Read more here
Event Series Rappelling

Rappelling

Every Wednesday, you can get your adrenaline fix by rappelling down from Lyngvig Fyr if you dare! Lyngvig Fyr one of Denmark’s tallest lighthouses. Climb the 228 steps to the top—53 meters above sea level. Up here, you’ll be met by professional instructors from Team Vest, who will make sure that you […]

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Event Series Tour to the lock in Hvide Sande

Tour to the lock in Hvide Sande

Please note that this lock tour is held with a German-speaking guide. Fiskeriets Hus and Ringkøbing Fjord Museer will take you on a tour through the history of Hvide Sande - and you get access to the lock, which is normally closed! We'll also visit other exciting places that have shaped Denmark's youngest town, Hvide Sande. With the opening of the lock, a [...]

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Event Series Tour to the lock in Hvide Sande

Tour to the lock in Hvide Sande

Please note that this lock tour is held with a German-speaking guide. Fiskeriets Hus and Ringkøbing Fjord Museer will take you on a tour through the history of Hvide Sande - and you get access to the lock, which is normally closed! We'll also visit other exciting places that have shaped Denmark's youngest town, Hvide Sande. With the opening of the lock, a [...]

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