Frederiksborg & Kronborg Castles Tour by Vikingbus

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Duration: 6h 30m
Location: Frederiksborg Castle, Hillerød, 3400, Denmark | Hillerød, Denmark


Category: Attractions

Highlights:
A journey through the fascinating landscape of North Zealand
Sightseeing tour of 2 picturesque castles
The Frederiksborg Castle, old residence of King Christian IV
The Kronborg Castle, setting of Shakespeare's Hamlet
Situated in 2 unique & strategic locations

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Frederiksborg Castle and Kronborg Castle
Admission fees
Roundtrip transportation via coach
Commentary in English

Description:

Enjoy a scenic journey through the charming Danish countryside and reach the charming castles of North Zealand. See the Frederiksborg Castle, the largest Renaissance palace in Scandinavia, and visit the Kronborg Castle, immortalized in William Shakespeare's famous tragedy Hamlet.

Drive through the forests north of Copenhagen and delve into the history of Denmark. The 17th-century Frederiksborg Castle, old residence of King Christian IV, is your first stop.The bright red walls and green turrets of the castle rise up majestically from 3 islets in the middle of the castle lake. Explore the incredibly ornate chapel and the country's largest collection of portraits and historical paintings.

See the Fredensborg Palace, residence of the royal family, on your way to the Kronborg Castle. Located on the northeast coast of the town of Elsinore, with a strategic position between Denmark and Sweden, the Kronborg Castle has a long history dating back to 1420. This splendid example of Renaissance architecture is now listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.