Den Gamle By (Oldtown)

Experience history in an active way when visiting the open air museum Den Gamle By in Aarhus, where the history of different time periods is communicated authentical and in an active way. You can stroll through different times, from Hans Christian Andersen's time to the more modern 1920s and the Danish welfare state in the 1960s and 1970s. The Oldtown is built up with the help of many different museums.

Den Gamle By illustrates parts of the Danish history with the focus on the time after the 16th century. In the Christmas time, the Oldtown is especially attractive and from Easter until New Years Den Gamle By is a living museum with actors in historical costumes. Den Gamle By is a Must See if you are in Aarhus.