An undeniable benefit of being the oldest town in the land is the opportunity to amass an impressive art collection. Set in an 1864 mansion, Ribe’s beautifully restored art museum has been able to acquire some of Denmark’s best works, including pieces by 19th-century "Golden Age" painters.
The gallery’s riverside garden presents a glorious backdrop to the work of big-name Danish artists. It’s worth exploring the delightfully verdant area behind the art gallery (open to all), where paths pass over the river and lead to Sankt Catharinæ Kirke and Nederdammen.
