CATHRINESMINDE BRICKWORKS
in scenic surroundings
Open today10am - 5pm
Explore
Cathrinesminde
Brickworks
Located by the scenic Flensborg Fjord, Cathrinesminde Brickworks offers you a unique museum experience.
Explore the original brickworks buildings, see the brick kiln, and walk through exhibitions that tell the story of brick production and the workers’ daily lives. The museum displays historic tools, machines, and personal stories that bring the industrial heritage to life.
Enjoy the peaceful natural surroundings, follow the paths around the site, and learn how the brickworks shaped the local area for centuries.
A historic
attraction
Cathrinesminde Brickworks is a well-preserved cultural environment and museum. Here, both children and adults can explore the history of brick-making by wandering through the authentic ring kiln, engaging exhibitions, and historic drying sheds. Feel the power of the past when the old brick-making machine roars into life, offering a glimpse into the sights and sounds of industrial production.
Step back in time into the recreated workmen’s lodgings and learn about life in the small community around the brickworks.
Head down to one of the drying sheds where an exciting maze awaits. Navigate your way through rows of original wooden shelves stacked with bricks left to dry. Sounds easy? Think again ‒ will you choose the right path, or end up at a dead end?
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Here you will find all the practical information you need to plan your visit at Cathrinesminde Brickworks. If you have any further questions, you are always welcome to write to us at cathrinesminde@msj.dk
Opening hours
May - September
Monday to Sunday 10am - 5pm
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased directly at the museum ticket desk or in advance at the online ticket shop
Adults: DKK 60
Children (under 18): free
Students: 20% discount
Club members: free
Groups of 10 or more: 20% discount per person
Holiday Pass
Discover the other museums of Museum Sønderjylland. With the Holiday Pass you have unlimited access to the ten museums of Museum Sønderjylland within fourteen days.
Holiday Pass: DKK 185
Parking
Parking by the museum is free and unlimited.
There are also parking spaces for coaches.
Food and drink
You can buy small refreshments at the museum entrance.
You’re welcome to enjoy your own food in the museum’s outdoor area, where tables and benches are available.
Accessibility
The museum grounds are fully accessible apart from a few places where there are steps.
The museum has one wheelchair at its disposal which can be booked in advance.
A few building sections and parts of the large outdoor areas can, however, prove difficult to access for disabled visitors.
There is a disabled toilet. A ticket is provided free of charge to guests with a companion card.
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed inside the museum, but are welcome in the grounds if kept on a leash.
Please remember to pick up after your dog.
Guide and assistance dogs are welcome inside the museum.
Guided tours
During opening hours on weekdays: DKK 850 + entrance fee.
During opening hours at weekends: DKK 1350 + entrance fee.
Inquiries regarding booking of guided tours, please contact sonderborg@msj.dk.
Please notice that you have to book your guided tour 3 weeks before.
Great outdoor
experiences
Nestled in beautiful natural surroundings, Cathrinesminde Brickworks invites you to enjoy more outdoor experiences. Take in the breathtaking views across the Fjord and let the children play along the peaceful shoreline.
The well-known and scenic Gendarme Path runs close to Cathrinesminde Brickworks, making it a perfect starting point for your outdoor experiences and hikes.
From the museum, you can also follow the Brickworks Path along a 1.5-kilometre stretch of coastline and see the traces of eight brickworks located here a hundred years ago. Follow the path and discover the history of the brickworks in scenic surroundings.
