Step into a world where the past comes alive at The Coastal Museum of Skagen. This open-air museum and exhibition centre presents reconstructed houses from three significant historical periods in Skagen’s history, the black period (up to approx. 1875), the yellow period (approx. 1875 to 1907) and the red period (after 1907). Here you will get insight into the way rich and poor fishermen led totally different lives.
Dramatic stories and courage
The exhibitions bring you close to the courageous rescuers who risked their lives in order to save others and you can go deep into the tale of the legendary Skagen Badehotel which was once situated at Grenen, had its own aerodrome and attracted VIPs from all over the world.
Activities for all age groups
At the Coastal Museum of Skagen you will find many activities throughout the year, exciting guided tours, inspirational talks, evocative concerts and entertaining activities for children – especially in the school holidays. Young visitors may visit the activity house at any time. Here they will find entertaining activities, fancy dresses and an interesting playhouse.. During school holidays there are special activities, for example a creative woodshop and many other things.
Old crafts in action and history
In the summer period you can meet volunteers who demonstrate old crafts and show you what life was like in the past.
Cozy hours and unique findings
After a day of experiences you can relax in the cozy museum café and atrium.
You should not miss the museum shop where you will find a large selection of books, trinkets, toys and much more.
Welcome to the Coastal Museum of Skagen
The dream about Skagen
Tourism in Skagen started with a dream – about Skagen’s untamed nature, roaring oceans, far-reaching horizons, romantic sunsets and the two oceans meeting at Grenen, the tip of Denmark.