Moesgard Museum
Moesgård Allé 15, 8270 Højbjerg
Moesgaard Museum: Where architecture and antiquity meet in Aarhus
Moesgaard Museum is not just an exhibition space, but an architectural landmark located in the middle of the East Jutland nature in Højbjerg, where forest and sea merge. The award-winning building is embedded directly into the hills, and the iconic grass roof functions as a public viewpoint from which you can gaze over Aarhus Bay. Here you are invited into a world that turns its gaze towards the deepest roots of humanity through a presentation that breaks with traditional frameworks. History is drawn very close here, so that you do not just observe the past, but stand in the middle of it through sound, light and scenography.
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Meet the Grauballe Man and travel through ancient Denmark
Inside, the grand staircase takes you on a chronological journey through time, stretching from the origins of man to the great Nordic kingdoms. An undisputed highlight is the encounter with the Grauballe Man, the world's best-preserved bog body, whose furrowed face still arouses deep wonder in visitors. The exhibitions about ancient times and the Viking Age are created as intimate spaces where you can sit in replicas of Iron Age huts or listen to voices from the burial mounds of the past, making history present to both children and adults.
Special exhibitions with international reach and depth
Moesgaard Museum is known for producing ambitious special exhibitions that shed new light on major world history themes. From the visually powerful Egypt exhibition, which explored embalming rituals and the belief in the afterlife, to the story of the mythical world of the Celts, the museum manages to combine heavy research with aesthetic communication. These exhibitions are created in close collaboration with Aarhus University, ensuring a high level of professionalism that never feels heavy, but rather inviting and innovative.
A living museum with events and outdoor experiences
The museum also lives outside the walls, when the annual Viking Days or large theater performances such as Ragnarok take over the hilly terrain. Moesgaard knows how to activate history through live role-playing and spectacular productions that make the myths of the past understandable to a modern audience. A visit here leaves a lasting impression on the body, regardless of whether you come for the archaeological finds or to experience the very special cohesion between culture and nature that characterizes Moesgaard.
Frequently asked questions about Moesgaard
Opening hours at Moesgaard Museum
The museum welcomes visitors most of the week, but please note that they are closed every Monday. From Tuesday to Sunday the doors open at 10:00, while closing times vary depending on which day you visit the museum. On Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays they close at 17:00, while on both Wednesdays and Saturdays they are open in the evenings until 21:00. Remember that special opening hours may occur in connection with holidays and public holidays.
Contact Info
Phone: 87394000
(Telephone hours: Mon-Fri 09:16-XNUMX:XNUMX)
Mail: info@moesgaardmuseum.dk
Moesgaard Café: Food and drink
In the museum café you can enjoy everything from light snacks to a full lunch while you are in the unique architectural setting. It is important to note that you always have access to both the café, the museum shop and the iconic roof without having to buy a ticket to the museum itself. If you are an annual pass holder, you also get a 10 percent discount on your purchases in both the café and the shop.
Free parking and charging of electric cars
It is easy and convenient to visit Moesgaard by car, as we offer free parking without time limits for all our guests. There are several parking levels close to the main building, and we also have specific disabled spaces located directly at the entrance. If you arrive by electric car, there are eight charging stations in the lower gravel parking lot, which you can use via the Monta Charge app.
Public transport to Moesgaard
If you use public transport, city bus line 18 is the easiest option, as it runs directly from Aarhus City Centre to the museum's door in about 25 minutes. For the fit, it is about 9 kilometers by bike from Aarhus C, where you can choose the scenic route through the Marselisborg forests.
It happens at Moesgaard
Moesgaard Museum is a vibrant gathering place where history is regularly brought to life through major events and unique special events. Here you can experience everything from the traditional Viking days by the beach to spectacular outdoor performances like Ragnarok, which utilize the hilly landscape as a natural stage. Keep an eye on our calendar below so you are always up to date with the latest lectures, workshops and cultural highlights that will make your visit to Aarhus something truly special.
Dive into history: Articles from Moesgaard Museum
Here you will find our comprehensive overview of in-depth articles that guide you through the many layers of history at Moesgaard Museum. We have covered everything from the permanent exhibitions on the origins of man and the Danish ancient finds to the large, international special exhibitions that shed light on the Celts and ancient Egypt. Our personal stories take you up close to both the Grauballe Man and the spectacular outdoor events such as Viking Days and the theater performance Ragnarok.
The World of the Celts: A Raw and Sensual Journey into the Primal Power of Europe
Experience the dark universe of the Celts at Moesgaard, where beauty meets brutal human sacrifice. Through finds such as the Gundestrup Cauldron and a sensual presentation, the magic of the past is brought to life in an intense story that leaves a lasting impression on the body.
The World of the Celts: A Magical Opening of International Caliber
Moesgaard opened its doors to their most extensive special exhibition to date, where 850 guests experienced unique objects from 24 European museums. Through powerful stories and key finds such as the Gundestrup Cauldron, the ancient power of the Celts was brought to life as a historical link across the continent.
Viking Days: Living history and wild experiences by the water
Viking Days at Moesgaard transform the beach and forest into a living time capsule, where children can dig for archaeological finds and try their hand at archery. Volunteers from Frikingerne bring the past up close through authentic crafts, mead brewing and falconry demonstrations, inviting the whole family to taste and experience history firsthand.
Mother Earth: A Sensory Journey to the Roots of Human Faith
Experience the ceremonial exhibition Mother Earth at Moesgaard, where you travel back to humanity's earliest rituals and deep dependence on the forces of nature. Through interactive sacrifices and an intense video installation of Stonehenge, you will learn about our ancestors' beliefs, crises and survival in a changing world.
Warrior: An intense journey into the heart of war
Experience the special exhibition Warriors at Moesgaard Museum, where lifelike sculptures and personal stories bring four warriors from vastly different eras up close. The exhibition explores the universal emotions of war, such as fear and honor, as well as the deep scars on the mind that connect the samurai of the past with the Danish soldier of today.
Stone Age: A journey through time to the earliest roots of man
Experience the harsh reality of the Stone Age at Moesgaard, where everyday life was about survival and hunting in close harmony with nature. Through gripping stories and innovative displays, you get up close and personal with the first Danes, from personal destinies in ochre graves to the projected fishing scenes on the floor.
Ragnarok at Moesgaard: A magnificent drama under the open sky
Experience the Royal Danish Theatre's impressive staging of Nordic mythology, where the forest and starry sky at Moesgaard become an integral part of the natural backdrop. The performance combines 10.000 liters of water, visual acrobatics and an intense soundscape of both folk music and metal to depict the myth of the end of the world. It is a story of both external destruction and the inner human struggle, leaving the audience with strong sensory impressions and food for thought.
Meet Man: An Eye-Opening Journey Through Evolution
Discover the fascinating prehistory of humanity on Moesgaard's monumental staircase, where seven lifelike sculptures of our earliest relatives stand ready to meet your gaze. The detailed figures are based on actual skeletal finds and provide a unique opportunity to come face to face with the past. At the foot of the staircase, you can delve deeper into the stories of their origins and everyday life through millions of years via interactive screens.
Egypt - Obsessed with Life: A Journey Towards Eternity
Dive into the fascinating world of the ancient Egyptians at Moesgaard, where death was considered a transition to a new life. Through intimate rooms you can smell authentic embalming oils, see well-preserved mummies and experience the mysterious trials of the underworld through evocative films and interactive installations. The exhibition shows with great visual power how both faith and social status followed man all the way into the afterlife.
Moments from Moesgaard: Architecture and archaeology in pictures
Moesgaard Museum is internationally recognized for its unique architecture, which combines modern concrete construction with the hilly landscape of Højbjerg. In this gallery you can experience the museum's iconic grass roof, which slopes down towards Aarhus Bay, and get a closer look at the detailed archaeological finds from our many exhibitions.
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