Karlsladen

About the museum

The Karlsladen was built in 1727 as a grain barn of the Kalø estate in the Holstein half-timbered style; older timber may also have been reused for the heavy oak framing. It received its name around 1930: the estate manager wanted to distinguish it from a second barn and named it after Karl, the Ladefoged responsible for the grain store. Over time the building housed grain lofts, a pigsty, and later a mill; from 1941 it had a tile roof instead of thatch.

The Kalø estate belonged to the Holstein Jenisch family until 1945 and passed into Danish state ownership after the Second World War; today it is managed by the Naturstyrelsen. As part of the establishment of the Mols Bjerge National Park, the barn was extensively restored, received a thatched roof again, and opened as a visitor center on June 16, 2013.

The exhibition presents the nature and cultural history of the area – with a focus on prehistory, the Middle Ages with the nearby Kalø castle ruin, and hunting. Photos and short themed stations invite exploration; for children there is an interactive story about Gustav Vasa, who was held prisoner at Kalø. The building is freely accessible year-round and is a starting point for hikes to the Slotsruin.

Highlights

• Half-timbered barn of 1727 with thatched roof and massive oak framing
• Exhibition on prehistory, Middle Ages, and hunting around Kalø
• Interactive children's story about Gustav Vasa
• Daily 9:00–21:00 and free of charge
• Starting point for the Kalø castle ruin in the Mols Bjerge National Park

Founded

2013

Operated by

Naturstyrelsen (Nationalpark Mols Bjerge)

Admission & discounts

Admission is free.

Admission is free.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

According to the Naturstyrelsen, equipped for people with disabilities, with accessible restrooms. Accessibility is registered with God Adgang.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Hands-on stations

For children there is an interactive story about Gustav Vasa's imprisonment at Kalø Castle. The visit is free of charge.

Getting there & parking

The visitor center is located at the Kalø estate between Rønde and the Kalø castle ruin.

Amenities & dining

Restrooms and a room for eating food you bring yourself in the building.

Events & venue rental

The museum hasn’t published any information on this – please ask the museum directly.