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Hillerød

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Hillerød

The Top 11 Castles in Hillerød

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 11

beautiful castles to choose from in Hillerød. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: November 13, 2025

Frederiksborg Castle Baroque Garden

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Frederiksborg Castle is the most important building of the Nordic Renaissance. Inside is the Danish National History Museum. The baroque garden invites you to relax and linger. A boat trip around the castle is also possible.

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Gurrehus Castle

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Gurrehus is not far from the much-visited castle ruins. The origins go back several centuries. It was rebuilt in 1881 in the style of Rosenborg Castle …

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Jægerspris Castle

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The castle in Jægerspris was built between 1300 and 1400. But like many other castles in Denmark, it has been expanded and rebuilt over the centuries. The oldest part is …

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Fredensborg Palace

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The castle in Fredensborg was built between 1720 and 1722 by King Frederik IV in Italian style and is considered an example of the Nordic Baroque. The castle park, which …

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Gurre Castle (ruin)

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Gurre Castle was probably built at the end of the 12th century as a defense tower on a small island in Lake Gurre. The word Gurre actually means swamp or …

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Dronningholm Castle Ruins

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Dronningholm was originally on a spar, which lay in a small bay, which cuts into the Auderød peninsula. The original castle was built around 1200, but the first written sources …

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Havreholm Castle

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The castle is the original residential building of a paper mill owner. The house was built in 1872. The paper mill burned down and was rebuilt elsewhere. The castle is …

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Asserbo Castle Ruins

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Founded around 1100 as a monastery and owned by the Bischoff Absalon. In 1560, the castle, which was converted into a former monastery, became the property of the Danish king. …

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Fredensborg Castle

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beautiful and very big super old and well maintained castle

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Jægerspris Castle

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One of many highlights of Jægerspris alongside the castle. Dismount and wander around the red brick buildings and enjoy the quiet atmosphere. Danner Cafe or the excellent ice cream shop nearby offer a welcome reward.

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Kokkedal Castle

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Picturesque castle with a view to Øresund. Being run as a hotel, with adjacent golf course, horse staples and polo field. Has family friendly Sunday roasts.

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