Welcome to Iskunsten,
the only year-round exhibition of ice sculptures in Denmark
Experience a unique exhibition of fantastic ice sculptures brought to life in the play created between the crystal clear ice and light.
Ice is alive. Ice moves. Ice changes.
Iskunsten is a permanent place of exhibition - some would call it a museum - however the art in here is anything but permanent. Even though we perceive ice as being in a solid, frozen state, it is actually not the case. Ice is alive. The ice is constantly working and evolving. The same sculpture can have a completely different look after a month.
"Do you want to be remembered as an artist, don't make ice art"
This was said by one of the artist on a working visit at iskunsten. An ice sculpture in Iskunsten has a life span of between four to six months, depending on size and shape. Therefor we attempt to change our exhibitions and sculptures every four months. You can keep updated on future exhibitions on this page.
Find Iskunsten at Jernbanegade 1A in Thyborøn.
Opening hours
Opening hours in Iskunsten
The Christmas exhibition "Christmas in the North" can be experienced:
November 23rd 2024 - January 19th 2025
Open all days of the week from 11 AM to 5 PM*
The exhibition "Vikings" can be experienced:
February 1st 2025 - May 11th 2025
Open all days of the week from 11 AM to 5 PM
The exhibition "Man's best friend" can be experienced:
May 24th 2025 - November 2nd 2025
Open all days of the week from 11 AM to 5 PM
The Christmas exhibition "Christmas carols" can be experienced:
November 15th 2025 - January 18th 2026
Open all days of the week from 11 AM to 5 PM*
The exhibition "North of the Arctic Circle" can be experienced:
January 31st 2026 - June 7th 2026
Open all days of the week from 11 AM to 5 PM
*Special opening hours during the Christmas holiday:
24 Dec: 11.00-15.00
25 Dec: Closed
26 Dec: 11.00-17.00
27 Dec: 11.00-17.00
28 Dec: 11.00-17.00
29 Dec: 11.00-17.00
30 Dec: 11.00-17.00
31 Dec: 11.00-15.00
01 Jan: Closed
During the inbetween periods we are closed, while we prepare for a new exhibition.
Entrance prices
Entrance prices for Iskunsten
Children 0-2 yr. Free
Children 3-12 yr. DKK 69,-
Adults DKK 79,-
Combi ticket for Iskunsten & Jyllandsakvariet
Children 0-2 yr. Free
Children 3-12 yr. DKK 139,-
Adults DKK 169,-
Seniors (>65 years): DKK 159,-
Season ticket for Iskunsten (valid one year)
Children 3-12 yr. DKK 129,-
Adults DKK 149,-
The only year-round exhibition in Denmark
Ice art for everyone
As the only one of its kind, iskunsten in Thyborøn is open all year round. Unlike other exhibitions with ice sculptures, Iskunsten is not dependent on the right weather conditions.
From industry to artistry
In a old cold storage facility you can experience a unique exhibition of amazing ice sculptures. Iskunsten is permanent, but the sculptures and exhibition themes are changed continuously to ensure that there is always something to experience in Iskunsten.
Find us here
You will find Iskunsten here:
Jernbanegade 1A, 7680 Thyborøn
You will find the nearest parking at
- Jernbanegade - 100 meter
- Havnegade - 100 meter
- Bredgade - 200 meter
- Vesterhavsgade / Kystcentervej (Jyllandsakvariet) - 400 meter
Enjoy your packed lunch
Enjoy your coffee or lunch here
You are very welcome to enjoy your brought food in our cozy areas with tables and chairs. You will find the tables in the "warm room" where our historical exhibition is.
We do not have a café on sight and do not sell food at Iskunsten.
Please note, that even our "warm room" gets cold during winter.
Keep warm
Keep warm - and keep our sculptures safe
By the entrance you will, during summer, get a blanket to wrap around you. It is not only meant for to keep warm, but also so that you don't give your excess heat to the sculptures, which can effect their surface.
In the winter months your own outerwear is often enough, but you are of course always welcome to borrow a blanket to help keep warm.
The temperature
The temperature in the exhibition room is often between -5 and -15 degrees celcius.
The history of the cold-storage
Discover Thyborøn's maritime history
In the old freezer house we also tell the story of how fishing in Thyborøn developed over time from being a livelihood for the individual fisher's family to the industry, that it is today. The freezer house and the town's ice supplier were a large part of that development.
This maritime, authentic industrial building sets the framework for the exhibition. Experience the history of the building, the ice industry and the connection to fishing in an exciting narrative created by images and video.
Thanks to the Local History Archive
A big 'thank you' must go to the Local History Archive, which has been an indispensable help in the work of finding images and documents that can tell the story of the place.
Dogs are welcome
Dogs kept on leash are very welcome in Iskunsten.
We expect the dog to behave respectfully towards both the ice sculptures and other guests.
Follow us on Social Media
Follow on social media
Iskunsten is active on both Facebook and Instagram. Follow @iskunsten for updates, photos, contests and much more.
Share your experiences with us
Take our profile or use #iskunsten so we can see your photos and read about your experience. We do NOT share your photos without first agreeing with you, but we would really like to see what you think about the place and the exhibitions.