Lille Vildmosecentret

Lille Vildmosecentret is a nature museum and visitor center in Aalborg that serves as the main gateway to Denmark's largest protected raised bog. The facility features exhibitions about bog ecology, wildlife habitats, and plant and animal species that thrive in this wetland and the surrounding forests.

The center opened in 2006 after the area had been used for peat extraction over many decades. The transformation of this site from industrial use to an educational facility marked a shift toward protecting and restoring the natural landscape.

The museum showcases how local people have engaged with the wetlands over time, presenting exhibitions about traditional bog uses and the animals that inhabit these rare landscapes. Visitors can see how the relationship between people and nature has shaped the understanding of this environment.

The center is easy to reach and offers informative displays and guided nature walks to help visitors explore the area. The site is accessible on foot via marked trails that lead directly into the bog landscape.

The center provides designated viewing points where visitors can spot large hoofed animals such as moose and red deer living in this bog. These wild animals are a rare feature of this Danish landscape and offer a chance to see a side of European wildlife that many travelers do not expect to find here.

Location: Aalborg Municipality

Official opening: April 11, 2006

Address: Birkesøvej 16, Dokkedal, 9280 Storvorde

Opening Hours: 10:00-16:00

Phone: +4599317550

Website: http://lillevildmose.dk

GPS coordinates: 56.88767,10.22098

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:42