Medieval Bornholm
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Port
Ronne (Bornholm), Denmark
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
Information Not Currently Available
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$175
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
During the Middle Ages, Bornholm experienced radical change. In 1259, the king lost his power over the island as the church took over, setting the foundation for a medieval battle and a new way of life. Embark on a journey back in time with a specialized guide who will introduce you to this significant time in Danish history.
Visit Hammershus, the site where prisoners were held as the king fought to wrest power from the church.
Continue along the coast to the medieval center of Bornholm and the impressive Medieval Center, an open-air museum depicting a typical medieval city. Here, you'll get a sense of how people lived during the medieval era. Costumed guides and actors dressed as soldiers, prisoners and peasants inhabit the exhibition area. Explore with your guide or on your own to experience life through the lens of a poor peasant and a wealthy farmer and his animals.
Continue your day of discovery with a visit to Østerlars — the largest round church on the island — built in AD 1150. In medieval times, it was not only a church, but also a fortification that protected its parishioners.
Relax on a scenic panoramic drive through the lush countryside en route back to the pier.
Please note: Terrain includes even and uneven surfaces, cobblestones, inclines, gravel, grass, and steps. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Inside church visit(s) may not be possible if religious services are being held or if precluded by time constraints. Minimum age is 6 years.