Standing on the edge and looking down into the huge limestone quarry, you have direct access to the story of a very distant past, when the entire area was a vast deep-sea coral reef that was home to a myriad of life. Today, it is the world's oldest known deep-sea coral reef. At KALK, we invite you into history.
Practicality
If you have any further questions, you are welcome to write to kalk@oesm.dk, or call (+45) 56 50 28 06 (weekdays 9-12).
July, August:
Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
September, October:
Open every day 10 am-3 pm
November, December, January: Winter closed
The light is bright and it can be very hot in the quarry. We therefore recommend sunglasses or a cap, protection from the sun and something to drink on the trip. We also recommend clothes that can withstand getting dirty, practical shoes and a bag or backpack for the fossils that will be taken home.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on our guided fossil hunts.
We will cancel if it is deemed dangerous to enter the quarry due to weather conditions - including lightning and thunderstorms.
We go fossil hunting every weekend and public holiday from Easter through June, every day in July and August, and again on weekends in September and October, and during the fall holidays.
You can rent a good quality hammer and chisel in the museum shop and explore Faxe Kalkbrud yourself. The rental fee is DKK 50 per set and comes with a nice booklet that you can use to identify the fossils.
The light is bright and it can be very hot in the quarry. We therefore recommend sunglasses or a cap, protection from the sun and something to drink on the trip. We also recommend clothes that can withstand getting dirty, practical shoes and a bag or backpack for the fossils that will be taken home.
In our museum shop you can buy cold and hot drinks, ice cream, sweets and other sweets to enjoy in our small café area or out in the beautiful nature.
You are welcome to enjoy food and drinks on our terrace or the covered seating area, which you will find in the green area next to the museum. Unfortunately, it is not possible to enjoy food and drinks indoors at KALK.
KALK is on two levels and we have an elevator between the two floors.
For safety reasons, all motorized vehicles, including electric scooters and electric wheelchairs, are prohibited in Faxe Kalkbrud. It is not recommended to enter the quarry if you need to use a manual wheelchair, walker or similar aids.
Fossil hunts are about 2-2.5km, and Faxe Kalkbrud is an active mine. Therefore, the walk is uneven at times.
Disabled companion: Free – upon presentation of a card from Danish Disability Organisations.
You are welcome to take a tour of Faxe Limestone Quarry.
Faxe Kalkbrud is owned and operated by Lhoist, but is open to the public.
Access is at your own risk.
Swimming in the lakes is not recommended - they are very cold and deep and the high pH of the water can cause skin problems.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at KALK, nor on fossil hunts or other guided tours.
However, guide and service dogs are exempt.
We reserve the right to expel guests who do not participate in the safety instructions, do not follow staff instructions or are a danger to themselves or others. The same applies to guests who are visibly under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. Paid tickets are non-refundable in the event of expulsion.
Museum shop
Museum shop
Food and drink
In our museum shop you can buy cold and hot drinks, ice cream, sweets and other sweets to enjoy in our small café area or out in the beautiful nature.
You can also rent a hammer and chisel for DKK 50 per set if you want to explore Faxe Kalkbrud yourself. A booklet is also included so you can see what fossils you find.
You are welcome to enjoy food and drinks on our terrace or the covered seating area, which you will find in the green area next to the museum. Unfortunately, it is not possible to enjoy food and drinks indoors at KALK.
Shop
Visit our museum shop where we have a large selection of souvenirs, gift items, stones, minerals, books and more.