THE MILL GATE

Step into Stege's historic town gate - one of Denmark's most beautiful and best-preserved remains of medieval town fortifications.

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Majestic, raw and unavoidable. The Mill Gate in Stege is both the city's landmark and one of Denmark's most beautiful and best-preserved remains of medieval town fortifications.

After five years of careful restoration, you can experience the impressive town gate from the inside for the first time. Step through the arches, feel the medieval presence in the thick walls, and enjoy the view over the city and sea, where guards once scouted for enemies.

ABOUT THE MILL GATE

The Mill Gate was built in the late Middle Ages, probably between 1418 and 1452, when Stege was fortified with a gate, moat and rampart. Back then, it looked different: without a roof and only two stories high. At times, it also functioned as a prison – including during the brutal “evil times” when the King’s Horse Guards were housed on Møn.

Together with the city ramparts, today the Mill Gate is one of the most striking testimonies of how life took shape in a Danish market town that had to be protected against enemies from land and sea.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Who has supported the restoration?

The restoration of the Mill Gate (2020–2025) has been realized through a partnership between:

  • AP Møller Foundation , which has supported the project with 10 million DKK.
  • Realdania , which has contributed 5 million DKK.
  • Vordingborg Municipality , which has financed 3 million DKK.
How much does it cost to visit the Mill Gate?

A visit to the Mill Gate is included in the entrance ticket to Møn's Museum. It is not possible to purchase separate admission to the Mill Gate. You can read more about admission prices here .
Can you visit the Mill Gate in a wheelchair or with a stroller/pram?

Due to the medieval architecture and narrow stairs of the Mill Gate, access in a wheelchair or with a stroller or pram is unfortunately not possible.
When can you visit the Mill Gate?

The Mill Gate can be visited every day during the museum's opening hours. You can see the opening hours here .

You will be completely enchanted by fascinating stories.

Frederick Landsmeer — Guest at Møn's Museum