Frederiksborg Castle: The Beautiful Versailles of Denmark

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I visited the castles in Copenhagen (plus Kronborg) when I studied abroad there, but I actually didn’t make it out to Frederiksborg Castle until my recent trip! Frederiksborg Castle is just outside the city, and this Versailles of Denmark is definitely worth a visit ๐Ÿ™‚

Frederiksborg Castle: The Beautiful Versailles of Denmark

Visiting Frederiksborg Castle

Located right outside Copenhagen, visiting Frederiksborg Castle is easy! You can take the B train to the cute town ofย Hillerรธd and walk 20 minutes to the castle or take a bus. If the weather is nice, I recommend walking so you can see some ofย Hillerรธd.

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle is called the Versailles of Denmark (although some people think Fredensborg Castle is more similar to Versailles, but that palace isn’t as impressive as Frederiksborg and isn’t open to the public) because they were built in similar Renaissance styles.ย Frederiksborg Castle is actually older than the real Versailles, but I could definitely see the resemblance in the gardens!

Frederiksborg Castle was built for King Christian IV in the 17th century, and it was the largest Renaissance palace in Scandinavia. Even though it’s outside Copenhagen,ย the castle’s chapel was place for coronations of Danish rulers except Christian VI from 1671 to 1840. There was a serious fire in the 1800s, but the castle was restored to its original look.

To visit the castle, it costsย 75 DKK (currently about $12 USD), and they have a discount for students!

Frederiksborg Castle with fountain

Frederiksborg Castle chapel

Frederiksborg Castle chapel

The chapel was one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen! There was so much gold

Frederiksborg Castle chapel

Frederiksborg Castle chapel

Danish rune stone

Replica of one of the Jelling Stones!

Frederiksborg Castle blue ceiling

#ceilinggoals

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle has hundreds of paintings, and it has the largest collection of portraits in Denmark. They also have lots of statues and on the top floor, they have a photography exhibit! My favorite parts were the furniture and decor, and I love how different everything was in each room. You definitely need to tour the whole castle so you don’t miss anything!

Frederiksborg courtyard

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle

Castle astronomy room

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle

I love old clocks!

Old fashioned Danish clock

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle

After touring the castle, you should check out the gardens! Frederiksborg Castle sits on a lake with the gardens on the other side, and it’s a beautiful area to walk around or just relax and take in the sights. The garden was designed in the Baroque style in the 1700s, and it still looks the same today. It has four terraces on a hill, so you can climb to the top for the best views.

Frederiksborg Castle gardens

Sword fighting in Denmark

They had sword fighting lessons!

Frederiksborg Castle swan

Frederiksborg Castle gardens

Frederiksborg Castle gardens

Frederiksborg Castle gardens

Frederiksborg Castle gardens

Frederiksborg Castle gardens

Frederiksborg Castle gardens

My favorite view of Frederiksborg Castle is from across the lake inย Hillerรธd! You’ll get this view if you walk from the castle to the train station

So visiting Frederiksborg Castle and seeing the Versailles of Denmark is a must when you’re in Copenhagen! Inside and outside the castle are so beautiful, and it’s worth the short trek from the city ๐Ÿ™‚

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  1. It looks breathtaking I like how it has both baroque and Rococo even tho around the late 17th century and early 18th century the hype was the Rococo. xx

    -Michelle| http://www.brokebutflawless.com

  2. Loved the post! Iโ€™m visiting Copenhagen in two weeks! I studied abroad their too. Were you in DIS? I didnโ€™t go to Frederiksborg Castle but I think I might have to now.

  3. Mo says:

    gosh, those intricate details of the Chapel! So stunning ๐Ÿ˜€

  4. Bea says:

    Julia, these are some stunning photographs! I’ve been aching to visit Denmark for a long time – mostly because of hygge and H.C. Andersen (lol). But, I love, love your post! Who doesn’t love an amazing castle? I am making a list of must see places in Denmark for when we go and this place is now on it. Thanks for the inspiration!

  5. Khrys Oros says:

    Wow, these photos are incredible! I absolutely need to book a ticket to Denmark, and soon!

  6. Melissa says:

    Wow! The chapel is so beautiful. I love all the gold <3

  7. Heidi Roland says:

    Wow! Looks like an amazing castle!

  8. Kate says:

    Stunning photos!! I just recently visited the basilica of Notre dame in Canada and these photos reminded me of it.

  9. Em says:

    This castle looks incredible! It’s so beautiful, I hope I can visit one day. Thanks for sharing Julia!

  10. Tonya Moken says:

    This castle looks amazing! I love seeing your pictures from Denmark.

  11. Amy says:

    Those photos are stunning!

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