Flugt Museum
- past and present
At FLUGT Museum you get up close to some of history's most human stories. Located in the former buildings of the refugee camp hospital in Oksbøl, the original red brick buildings with small paned windows still stand as a powerful testament to the past.
The historic buildings are today connected by a modern and curved extension designed by Bjarke Ingels Group. The award-winning architecture connects past and present, creating a special atmosphere where history, architecture and human stories meet.
The museum provides a powerful insight into what it means to be a refugee - both historically and in today's world.
The story of the refugee camp in Oksbøl
After World War II, around 250,000 refugees streamed across the border into Denmark. In Oksbøl, one of Europe's largest refugee camps arose, where up to 35,000 people lived for a period.
At the museum you can experience exhibitions that tell the story of life in the camp, the people who lived there, and the personal destinies behind the historical events.
The permanent exhibitions include:
Refugees at all times - an exhibition focusing on refugee stories over the last 100 years.
Refugee camp Oksbøl - stories and artefacts from life in the camp after the war.
Refugee cemetery - a powerful historical memorial from the post-war period.
Sound walk in the former refugee camp - a guided experience through the area where history is told through personal stories.
The museum is constantly working on new special exhibitions, so there are often new perspectives to experience during a visit.
Culture and holidays in Vejers
Combine culture with a stay by the North Sea
When you stay at Klithjem, you have several exciting cultural experiences within easy reach. FLUGT Museum is only about 20 minutes by car from Vejers and can therefore easily be combined with a stay at a beach hotel on the West Coast.
Many choose to combine the visit with a trip to Tirpitz Museum, which is also located in the area and tells the story of the West Coast during the war and life at sea.
After a day filled with powerful stories and impressions, you can return to the tranquillity of Vejers, enjoy the nature around the hotel or end the day in the lounge with a glass of wine or a drink.
Guest discount
Discount for guests at Klithjem Badehotel
As an overnight guest at Klithjem Badehotel in Vejers, you get a 20% discount on the day ticket to Tirpitz Museum, Flugt Museum, Blåvandshuk Lighthouse and the other museums under Vardemuseerne. Upon arrival at the museum, you must present your reservation to Klithjem Badehotel to receive the discount, after which it will be deducted from the price.
Visit the museum
Find your way
Address:
Præstegårdsvej 21
6840 Oksbøl
Danmark
The museum recommends that tickets are purchased online before the visit.
Stay for 2 incl. breakfast and 3 servings every evening
Cosy and relaxed atmosphere in quiet surroundings on the west coast of Jutland.