H.C. Ørsted Exhibition - Go electric in Rudkøbing

At the H.C. Ørsted Exhibition in Rudkøbing, you can explore the story of one of Denmark’s greatest scientists. The exhibition brings natural science to life with interactive experiments, where both children and adults can experiment with electromagnetism and learn more about the discovery that had a major impact on world science

The story of H.C. Ørsted

Be inspired by the story of H.C. Ørsted, the man behind the discovery of the connection between electricity and magnetism, which he chose to call electromagnetism. He was also the originator of around 2,000 Danish words, including ‘oxygen’ and ‘friction’. Discover how he grew up in Rudkøbing and became one of Denmark’s greatest scientists.

Personalised guided tours

Visitors can explore the exhibition at their own pace, or take a free guided tour with our enthusiastic guides.

Coffee, cake and a cosy courtyard café

After visiting the exhibition, you can take a break in the cosy courtyard café. Here you can buy coffee, cake and juice and enjoy a bit of peace and quiet in relaxed surroundings in the heart of Rudkøbing. This makes the H.C. Ørsted Exhibition an obvious stop on a town tour, where there is room for learning, fun and a good cup of coffee.

Nearby attractions

The H.C. Ørsted Exhibition is centrally located in Rudkøbing, where you can easily combine your visit with a stroll through the town’s charming streets, small shops and historic market town atmosphere. You can also take a walk by the harbour, pop into Ørstedsparken or continue on to other cultural attractions in Rudkøbing.

Practical information

There is an admission charge for adults, but children (0–14 years) and members have free entry.

The exhibition is centrally located in Rudkøbing and can easily be combined with a stroll through the town. Rudkøbing is accessible by public transport, and there are access facilities in the area close to the exhibition. Check the accessibility information on the website if you need details regarding access for wheelchair users.