The Hans Christian Andersen Museum

The Hans Christian Andersen Museum provides an introduction to the life and work of the famous author. The museum is mainly for older children and adults, but there are many details that small children might like to explore. Find the fairytale characters hidden around the exhibition, look at the frescoes in the Commemorative Hall that depict central scenes from the writer's life and take a look inside the small yellow corner-house where Andersen was born. Here you will find three small apartments that give you an impression of the poverty in which his parents and grandparents lived and from which his career as a writer originated.

During the summer months, the H.C. Andersen Paraden performs at the fairytale castle, erected every summer in the small park in front of the museum. Here the figures from the fairytales are brought to life by children and adults, with plenty of songs and music. The performances can be understood in any language, they are free of charge and there are three performances a day throughout July.

Next to The Hans Christian Andersen Museum lies the Children's Cultural Centre 'The Tinder-Box', which organises fairytale activities for children. A joint ticket can be purchased for both museums.