The stately Frederiksborg Castle north of Copenhagen is a must-see attraction for history buffs, art and architecture enthusiasts, and garden lovers. The original castle was built in the 17th century in the Dutch Renaissance style but was almost completely destroyed by a fire in 1859, leaving only the chapel unscathed. It was painstakingly rebuilt in the original style by 1865. Today you can tour the castle and the romantic baroque gardens, which were re-created in 1996 from original drawings dating back to 1725. The castle is home to the Museum of National History, where you can see original sculptures and decorations that pre-date the fire as well as a significant collection of paintings, portraits, and modern art.

Frederiksborg Castle, Montportvejen 10, 3400 Hillerod, Phone: +45-48-26-04-39

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