Nationalmuseets Kommandørgård - Rømø

Discover the history of whaling on Rømø

Come face to face with the impressive skeleton of a sperm whale and step inside a historic captain's farmhouse dating back to 1748, where the wealth generated by whaling can still be seen in its rooms.

Nationalmuseets Kommandørgård tells the story of Rømø's whaling captains, who made their fortunes hunting whales off the coast of Greenland during the 18th and 19th centuries.

Dutch tiles and elegant interiors

Explore the old farmhouse, where the walls are covered in Dutch tiles and the elegant furnishings reflect the prosperity of the whaling captains.

The farmhouse has been extensively restored, with wooden panelling, ceilings and doors offering a glimpse into how a wealthy captain's family once lived on Rømø.

See the skeleton of a sperm whale

One of the highlights of your visit is the large skeleton of a sperm whale. Discover the impressive size of these animals and see a tangible connection to the whaling industry that once brought prosperity to Rømø.

A visit to Nationalmuseets Kommandørgård brings you closer to a fascinating chapter of the island's history, when life on Rømø was closely connected to whaling in the far north.