Experiences, sights and activities in Horsens

With its successful combination of fascinating cultural history and great contemporary cultural experiences, the old Horsens State Penitentiary attracts hundreds of thousands of people every year. Visit the popular museum, participate in large and small events or try spending the night behind bars.

With its impressive collection of contemporary Danish art by the greatest contemporary artists, Horsens Art Museum will undoubtedly be a great experience – regardless of whether you love art or the world of art is an undiscovered territory for you.

The amazing story about how the industrialization shaped our society and the way we live. It is for everyone and you can experience all of life’s stages. You have stepped back in time and now it is easy to get an impression of what life was like for your parents, your grandparents and their parents.

If you love culture and experiences, then you have come to the right place. In the centre of Horsens, you will find exciting and unforgettable events for all ages. The schedule ranges from events for children to rock concerts and anythin in between -and there is certainly also an event for you.

Be captivated by the exciting local history in this museum of cultural history. Gain knowledge about Horsens through three centuries and explore the countless archaeological discoveries and learn more about the much-loved son of Horsens Vitus Bering.

Come and experience unique handicrafts, delicacies, and good food at street level when FÆNGSLET opens its gates for their annual design market in the raw yet cozy surroundings.

In the Prison Park in Horsens, you can enjoy a fun and engaging activity with friends or family. This is the site of a scenic 18-hole footgolf course, offering entertaining challenges for all skill levels.

This internationally acclaimed 27-hole golf course, that won the award for best new golf course in the world in 2010, is located beautifully between the forests of Horsens Fjord. Try golfing for the first time on the lovely pay & play course.

At the Prison Museum in the old Horsens State Penitentiary, you can experience what it was like to be either imprisoned or employed in the prison system throughout the years. The museum has won awards for its exciting and engaging way of disseminating knowledge and facts – it is worth a visit for people of all ages!

How many windows does the water tower from 1913 have? Who sketched the building Horsens Museum? How fun is the new playground at the Industrial Museum? Come along for a treasure hunt and experience Horsens from a new perspective.

Just a short distance from Horsens town centre lies a beautiful and well-maintained park offering a wide range of activities for everyone. This historic manor park is one of the town’s favourite spots for families with young children and nature-loving city dwellers.

Get locked in at the old prison in Horsens for an unforgettable experience with your group, where teamwork is key to solving puzzles and uncovering clues to complete your mission, all against the clock.

Art'M gallery and showroom is Horsens’ largest art gallery. Here you can immerse yourself in art by established artists, litographs in the gallery’s large showrooms or go searching for the perfect gift in Art'M little shop with art supplies.

With it’s unique location near the centre of a major Danish city, Nørrestrand is a beautiful and easily accessible wildlife- and nature reserve. Here you will find great nature experiences and rich wildlife, fine trails and a 13 kilometre long bike and hiking route that is wildly beautiful and impressive.

HIC is one of Denmark’s leading men’s basketball teams, and plays in the Danish basketball league. Come and sense the atmosphere in Forum Horsens when the team enters the court and tries to win the Danish championship.

In the heart of Horsens, you can experience a range of art pieces in the streetscape created by some of the most renowned artists of our time. The sculpture boulevard spans over three kilometers from the train station through Denmark's widest pedestrian street to Horsens Marina.