Local history museum Hald Ege Collection near Viborg

Distance: 5.97 Km

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The Hald Ege Collection is a local history museum near Viborg, where you can experience the history of Hald Ege and the iconic "red barracks" from the Folkekuranstalten with roots in both national and regional cultural heritage.

The story of the red barracks near Viborg

Hald Ege Samlingen is a local history museum in the heart of Hald Ege near Viborg, where you can delve into a fascinating story about the World War I hospital camp and the iconic “red barracks”. The museum is located in one of the original barracks and contains a unique collection of objects, pictures and stories that provide a vivid insight into the development of the area over more than 1 years.

From hospital camp to local community

The story begins in 1917, when the barracks were built as a hospital camp for German prisoners of war during World War I. After the war, the place became known as the Red Cross' Folkekuranstalt and later home to various institutions and schools. The Hald Ege Collection conveys both the major historical lines and the small personal stories that together paint the picture of a vibrant local community.

Exhibitions and experiences

In the museum's permanent exhibition you can experience original furnishings, documents, photographs and personal items from both war and peacetime. Changing special exhibitions provide new perspectives on Hald Ege's history and cultural heritage, and lectures, city walks and guided tours are regularly arranged, where local speakers share their knowledge.

An authentic atmosphere

A visit to the Hald Ege Collection is like stepping back in time. You can feel the whisper of history in the well-preserved barracks, hear about life in the infirmary camp and gain insight into the development that has shaped Hald Ege into the local community you encounter today.

Practical information

Address: Videbechs Allé 169, 8800 Viborg
Opening hours: Sundays 14.00:16.00 PM–1:30 PM, May XNUMXst to September XNUMXth
Admission: Adults 20 kr., free for members. Groups (min. 10 pers.) 10 kr. per person
Access: The museum is wheelchair accessible.