Nakskov Skibs- og Søfartsmuseum
Volunteer-run museum in Nakskov on the history of the local shipyard and its ships, in new premises on Klostergade since 2024.
About the museum
The museum was founded in 1996, driven by the commitment of former shipyard workers, seamen, and harbor workers and supported by the town of Nakskov, the local Marineforeningen, companies, and private individuals. In May 1997 the first exhibition opened in a building directly on the harbor quay.
At the center is the Nakskov Skibsværft, where ships were built for about 70 years. Among the best-known vessels are the training ship Danmark, several DSB ferries, freighters of the East Asiatic Company (ØK), and the hospital ship Jutlandia. The collection includes numerous objects from shipyard operations, only part of which is on display; the rest is kept in storage.
In 2024 the museum moved to new premises on Klostergade near the pedestrian zone and the harbor and redesigned its entire exhibition in the process. The same building also hosts an exhibition on the polar explorer Peter Freuchen, which can be visited with the same ticket.
Highlights
- Ship models and original drawings from the shipyard's design office
- Figureheads of well-known ships
- Shipwrights' tools and welding technology
- The original shipyard whistle
- Stories about the training ship Danmark, DSB ferries, and Jutlandia
- Founded
- 1996
Admission & discounts
| Adults | DKK 75 |
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| Children & teens | freefree up to age 17 · Children and young people under 18 free. |
| Groups | –Flat rate of DKK 500 for groups of up to 15 people, DKK 1,000 for 15 to 30 people. |
The ticket is also valid for the Peter Freuchen exhibition in the same building. Payment by MobilePay or cash (DKK or EUR), no card payment.
Accessibility
The museum hasn’t published any information on this – please ask the museum directly.
Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 17 |
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In the cafeteria there is a coloring corner where children can color in ship motifs.
Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available · 100 m to the entrance
Parking in the immediate vicinity, less than 100 m from the museum.
Centrally located in Nakskov near the pedestrian zone and the harbor.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Café
- Restaurant: not available
- Museum shop
Small cafeteria with coffee, tea, and water; small museum shop with souvenirs on maritime history.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this – please ask the museum directly.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Guided tours for groups of 10 or more people, book at least 14 days in advance. |
