Springeren - Maritimt Oplevelsescenter
Maritime experience center on the Limfjord in Aalborg with the walk-through submarine Springeren, a torpedo boat and Denmark's largest ship model collection.
About the museum
The reason for founding the museum was the submarine Springeren of the Delfin class – the last submarines designed and built in Denmark. When the boats were due to be decommissioned, the chairman of the Aalborger Marineforening and the city administration campaigned from 1986 to preserve one of them. The then Minister of Defense gave Springeren to the city of Aalborg on permanent loan, on the condition that the boat be fully exhibited.
With support from companies, institutions, private individuals and EC funds, the Aalborg Søfarts- og Marinemuseum was created within two years in a maritime setting on the Limfjord. Prince Henrik inaugurated it on May 24, 1992. The site covers about 15,000 square meters, of which roughly 1,800 are under cover.
On September 10, 2011, a fire caused by a short circuit in the ship simulator destroyed large parts of the exhibition; among other things, the Greenland collection and the ship radio equipment could not be saved. With the reconstruction, the museum was renamed Springeren – Maritimt Oplevelsescenter in 2012 and reopened in August 2012.
Besides the submarine, the center now displays the torpedo boat Søbjørnen from 1963, gun turrets, mines, a helicopter and the princess dinghies in which Queen Margrethe and her sisters learned to sail. Inside, there are more than 600 ship models, uniforms and other collections on North Jutland seafaring.
Highlights
- Walk-through submarine Springeren (in service 1964–1989)
- Torpedo boat Søbjørnen from 1963
- More than 600 ship models – Denmark's largest collection
- Princess dinghies of the royal family
- Large outdoor area with a play ship and picnic spots
- Founded
- 1992
Admission & discounts
Holders of the Nordjyske Museer annual pass have free admission with a companion in February and March. Members of the camping association DCU receive a 20% discount.
Accessibility
- Partially wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The grounds are largely low-barrier; the submarine and torpedo boat are not accessible to wheelchair users. Dogs on a leash are welcome.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
- Playground / play area
- Kids’ birthday parties
Outside there is Denmark's largest play ship, a large sandbox and, in summer, a pool where children can sail model ships; gun turrets may be climbed. Inside, a play corner with LEGO and drawing supplies, as well as a ship simulator. Children's birthday parties with a pirate party and treasure hunt.
Getting there & parking
The center is located in western Aalborg (Vestby) right on the Limfjord.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Restaurant: not available
- Museum shop
The shop sells cold drinks, ice cream, sweets and souvenirs. Bringing your own food is expressly allowed; there are eating areas, benches and gas grills indoors and outdoors.
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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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided tours and school visits are offered. |
