Land of Legends, Open-air museum in Lejre Municipality, Denmark.
The Land of Legends spans across 43 hectares of land, featuring reconstructed settlements from different historical periods of Danish civilization.
Established in 1964 by Hans-Ole Hansen as Lejre Forsøgscenter, this archaeological laboratory began as a research facility for studying ancient living conditions.
The museum presents daily life demonstrations where visitors observe and participate in activities like grain grinding, bread baking, and dugout canoe paddling.
The museum welcomes visitors from Tuesday through Sunday between 10:00 and 17:00, with seasonal activities scheduled throughout the calendar year.
Researchers at the museum conduct experimental archaeology by reconstructing and inhabiting historical settlements to understand past living conditions.
Location: Lejre Municipality
Inception: 1964
Address: Slangealléen 2, 4320 Lejre 4320
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:00
Website: http://sagnlandet.dk
GPS coordinates: 55.61750,11.94440
Latest update: May 26, 2025 12:04
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