Geologisk Museum

The Geologisk Museum is a natural history museum in Copenhagen that collects and displays minerals, fossils, and rock samples. The collection features examples from different geological periods and shows the diversity of Earth's history.

The museum was founded as part of the University of Copenhagen and began collecting geological specimens in the 18th century. This collection documents how our understanding of Earth sciences developed over time.

The museum displays minerals and fossils that connect visitors directly with the natural processes shaping Earth. The exhibits help people understand geology as part of our everyday world.

The museum is centrally located in Copenhagen and is easy to reach by public transport. Visitors should allow time to explore the displays and can benefit from the informative labels throughout the exhibits.

The museum holds authentic meteorites from Mars and the Moon that visitors can examine. This collection is rare and allows people to see physical objects from other celestial bodies.

Location: Copenhagen Municipality

Part of: Natural History Museum of Denmark

Website: http://geologi.snm.ku.dk/english

GPS coordinates: 55.68740,12.57680

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:52