
The Bornholm Museum (Bornholms Museum) in Rønne is the island’s most important historical museum, showcasing Bornholm’s rich history and culture from the Stone Age to the present day. The three-story building houses modern archaeological exhibitions as well as displays devoted to the daily life of the island’s inhabitants.
Visitors can explore exhibitions on Bornholm’s maritime history, World War II, grandfather clocks, old toys, and a reconstructed classroom from the old days. The museum offers a fascinating journey through the ages – from prehistoric discoveries and medieval artifacts to the Cold War era and the island’s postwar reconstruction. It’s the perfect destination for history lovers, families with children, and anyone wishing to understand Bornholm’s unique identity.
The Bornholm Museum (Bornholms Museum) in Rønne is the island’s main historical museum, presenting the story of Bornholm from the Stone Age up to the 20th century. The three-story building features modern archaeological exhibitions and extensive collections dedicated to the everyday life of the island’s residents. Visitors can explore displays about Bornholm’s maritime heritage, World War II, grandfather clocks, old toys, and a reconstructed school classroom.
The museum offers a fascinating journey through the centuries – from prehistoric settlements and medieval artifacts to the Cold War period and the island’s postwar rebuilding.

The Bornholm Museum stands out for its exceptionally broad thematic scope – from archaeology and maritime history to the everyday life of islanders. A special highlight is the Cold War section, featuring exhibits related to the Soviet occupation of Bornholm after 1945 – the only place in Denmark documenting this little-known chapter of the island’s history.
The museum is located in the center of Rønne, just a few minutes’ walk from the port and main square. It can be reached on foot, by car (parking available on Sct. Mortensgade), or by bus – BAT lines stop near the town center.
| Bornholms Museum | |
| Sct. Mortensgade 29, 3700 Rønne, DK | |
| bornholmsmuseum.dk |