Free parking: If you fancy a scenic walk! From the parking lot at Rendelæggerbakken 6 (locally called Tromlepladsen), you can walk through the Baroque Garden (Barokhaven) to Frederiksborg Castle—or between the Baroque Garden and the Landscape Garden with views of the Bathhouse Castle. You’ll walk about one kilometer but enjoy one of the most impressive arrivals to Frederiksborg. And best of all: no payment needed. There is one large parking lot and two small ones in the area. Alternatively, you can park at Batzkes Bakke. From there, you walk along Castle Lake or through the lower part of the Baroque Garden to the castle.

Want to pay to park, but be as close as possible? You can park at the parking lot on Møntportvejen, about 300 m from the castle and museum. Note that the museum does not own this parking lot; please contact APCOA regarding parking, payment and parking charge notices.

Electric cars and charging

There are 6 charging stations at the parking lot on Møntportvejen.

Motorhome (RV) parking

We recommend parking in one of the two designated motorhome areas at Rendelæggerbakken 6. They offer unlimited parking and a fuel station with provisions right next door. You can easily continue on the major highways around Hillerød. See the parking area in the Park4Night app. Park4Night also indicates a smaller parking area right next to it. From these parking spots, you step directly into the Castle Garden. You can also check availability at the popular Hillerød Camping.

Buses (tourist coaches)

Short-term parking (drop-off/pick-up): At the entrance to Frederiksborg via Møntportvejen, there are drop-off and pick-up spaces for buses. After drop-off, buses can park on Roskildevej, where there are parking spaces specifically for this purpose! This parking option is recommended for shorter visits to Frederiksborg. Dear driver: Please love your fellow driver and make room for drop-off and loading. It takes about 5 minutes to drive out to Roskildevej (approx. 2 km). Long-term parking: Buses can also use the three purpose-built tourist coach parking spaces at Rendelæggerbakken (Tromlepladsen) behind the Baroque Garden. From there, visitors can walk through the Baroque Garden down to the castle. The walk is about one kilometer with an impressive view over the gardens and the castle. This parking option is recommended for buses with a tour guide. There is easy access to the main roads towards Fredensborg, Kronborg, and Louisiana. 3-hour bus parking: There are two spaces for 3-hour bus parking: one at the entrance by Møntportvejen at Frederiksværksgade (currently not available due to road work) and one on Markedsstræde. As these are limited, we recommend the other options.

You can easily get to Frederiksborg by train! The S-train runs directly to Hillerød Station from central stations in Copenhagen. Plan your journey here. From the station, there are two obvious walking or cycling routes to Frederiksborg: Walk along the path by Castle Lake (Slotssøen) and enjoy the beautiful North Zealand nature. Walk along Slotsgade and experience Hillerød’s vibrant main street with cozy cafés and shops. It takes about 15 minutes to walk to Frederiksborg (without stops). See the routes here.

Bus from Hillerød Station

Arrived by train and want to take the bus By bus from Hillerød Station to the castle and museum? Jump on bus 301 or 302 from Hillerød Station and jump off a stone’s throw from the castle and museum. Whether you arrive by long-distance bus to Hillerød Station or want to switch from train to bus, you can find your journey on Rejseplanen.

Visit

Must see
Family-friendly
Magnificent surroundings

Exhibition

Icy Christmas

Hans Christian Andersen & The Snow Queen

10/31/26 - 01/03/27

Family-friendly

Activity

Fabulous Frederiksborg – for Children

10/08/26 - 02/21/27

Museum admission requiredAudio Guide

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Architecture

Frederiksborg Castle rises majestically from the Castle Lake. The main castle on the northern island is an outstanding architectural masterpiece, built in the classic Dutch Renaissance style. Christian IV’s marble gallery on the King’s Wing is currently being restored and recreated. The castle was built to demonstrate the king’s power, and its architecture can be traced back to some of the most prominent architects and master builders of the time.

Food & drink

Food & Drink

Rabarbergaarden Slottet

Rabarbergaarden is known for its idyllic, self-sufficient restaurant, farm shop and bakery in Vejby, North Zealand. At Frederiksborg, Rabarbergaarden Slottet offers a sustainable dining experience in the museum restaurant. Enjoy local, organic ingredients and sustainable farm-to-table cuisine in the former carriage house and stables of Scandinavia’s largest Renaissance complex.

Opening hours

Lunch daily: 11.30 am to 5 pm
Dinner Friday and Saturday: 5.30 pm to 10.30 pm
Folkekøkken hver torsdag: Kl. 18:00

Does not require museum admission

Art
Must see

Exhibition

Ballet Portraits

New in the Photo Hall: Ballet Portraits by Mário Cravo Neto

02/05/26 - 02/07/27

Family-friendly

Activity

Medieval Banners

10/08/26 - 02/21/27

Museum admission requiredSelf-guided

Magnificent surroundings
Outdoors

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Baroque Garden

From the end of the 18th century the Baroque Garden became run down and was not recreated until the 1990s. The lowest plateaus in the garden contain the royal monograms for Frederik IV, Frederik V, Christian VI and Margrethe II, designed in closely trimmed hedges surrounded by dome-shaped box trees. These are the four monarchs, under whom the complex has existed: from Fredrik IV’s creation of the garden to its recreation in Queen Margrethe’s time.

Food & drink

Food & Drink

The Pantry

At The Pantry, you can take a break and find inspiration for things to do around Frederiksborg. Here you’ll find maps, suggested walks and activities for children and families – as well as coffee and food to take away. The Pantry is a gateway to the Royal North Zealand National Park, with access to the castle gardens and woodland trails. The UNESCO-listed Par Force Hunting Landscape and Fantasy Island are also nearby.

Opening hours

Every day: 10 am to 5 pm

Does not require museum admission

Art

Exhibition

Medieval Modern – Agnes & Harald Slott-Møller

Special exhibition on the artist couple Agnes and Harald Slott-Møller.

10/08/26 - 02/21/27

Family-friendly

Activity

Draw a Postcard Featuring a God

02/09/24 - 07/03/28

Museum admission requiredSelf-guided

Magnificent surroundings
Must see

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Castle Church

Frederiksborg Castle Chapel is a unique space with its original decoration dating from the time of King Christian IV, but the Chapel also contains several historical treasures. While the fire of 1859 destroyed large parts of Frederiksborg Castle, the Chapel was left virtually unscathed.

The impressive gold, silver and ebony altarpiece was made by the Hamburg goldsmith, Jacob Mores in 1606. The Gallery is home to the historic Compenius organ, which was built in 1610 by Esajas Compenius. Every Thursday at 13.30 there is a recital on the Compenius organ. The recital is free of charge for visitors to the Museum.

Art
Must see
Magnificent surroundings

Exhibition

Frederik X New portrait by Cathrine Raben Davidsen

For centuries, Frederiksborg has provided the setting for portraits of Danish kings and queens.

09/28/26 - 02/28/27

Family-friendly

Activity

Recreate a God Using Frottage

02/09/24 - 07/03/28

Museum admission requiredSelf-guided

Storslåede rammer
Kunst
Must see
Børnevenligt
Magnificent surroundings
Must see
Family-friendly

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Den lyserøde gang

Den lyserøde gang er et af de mest fotograferede steder på Frederiksborg, måske lige efter Audienssalen, Kirken og Riddersalen. Og vi forstår det godt. Her træder du ind i 1700-tallets rokokounivers med guldbelagte interiører, porcelæn og ure, der tikker tidens slag.

Du befinder dig i en del af de faste udstillinger nemlig perioden 1660-1800 og er omgivet af periodespecifikke interiører, genstande og portrætter af mennesker, der sætte et særligt præg på Danmark på dette tidspunkt.

Must see

Exhibition

Gods Recreated

Special exhibition showcases the striking facade sculptures of Frederiksborg Castle and the extensive restoration effort currently underway.

02/09/24 - 07/03/28

Kunst
Storslåede rammer

Activity

Daily tours

A unique, guided experience!

Weekdays at 1 pm

Museum admission required

Uden for museet

Location

Hillerød Town

Hillerød is a lively town with charming shopping streets, interesting shops and a wide variety of places to eat.

As a centre for higher education in North Zealand, the town attracts many young people. With its wide selection of second-hand shops, it is also a paradise for bargain hunters and vintage enthusiasts.

Magnificent surroundings

Permanent exhibition

1660-1800

Enevælde og oplysningstid: Kongelig pragt, magtkampe, skandaler og nye idéer. Kongen havde magten og brugte kunsten til at understrege det!

Must see

Activity

Concert on the Compenius Organ

Frederiksborg Slotskirkes organist spiller på det verdensberømte Compenius-orgel fra 1610.

Every thursday

Kræver entré

Outdoors
Magnificent surroundings

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Landscape Garden

Next to the Baroque Garden, nestled within the Landscape Garden, lies the Bath House Castle. Built in the late 16th century, this small pleasure palace acquired its present interior under King Frederik VII, who used it as a private retreat.

The historic interiors offer a rare glimpse into court life in the mid-19th century. The Bath House Castle is not normally open to the public, but Frederiksborg occasionally opens its doors as part of the guided tour series Fabulous Frederiksborg (in Danish).

Magnificent surroundings
Must see

Permanent exhibition

The Chamber of Orders

A full collection of Royal Danish orders decorations and medals

Location

Look up!

Discover the Museum’s Many Ceilings

Outdoors
Outside the museum

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Louise’s Island

Even kings need to get away from it all. In the middle of Ødammen Lake, Frederik VII created a romantic retreat for himself and his beloved Louise, better known as Countess Danner. With a small Norwegian log cabin surrounded by nature, the couple could escape the expectations of court life and enjoy each other’s company. Today, the idyllic island can be admired from the garden paths.

Uden for museet
Børnevenligt
Udendørs

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Parforce-playground

End your museum visit with some playtime by the Castle Lake. Between Frederiksborg and the town square in Hillerød, you’ll find the Par Force Playground, where children can continue their adventures in beautiful surroundings right by the lake.

Kunst
Storslåede rammer
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The Angel Hall

One of Frederiksborg’s captivating grand halls is the Angel Hall, named after the many angels gracefully floating in the ceiling decorations. The hall’s walls are adorned with large historical paintings dramatizing the most significant events of Frederick III’s reign: the harsh Swedish Wars and the landmark introduction of absolute monarchy in 1660.

The ceiling is designed after motifs from the Doge’s Palace in Venice. In the center of the ceiling, hovering above the majestic hall, Frederick III is depicted on the throne, surrounded by allegorical figures representing war and peace.

Magnificent surroundings
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The Audience Hall

The Audience Hall at Frederiksborg is an impressive Baroque dome hall, reconstructed by Christian V after a fire in 1665. It features original Baroque interior with stucco and woodcarving created by French and Italian artists.

The hall was used for royal audiences during the absolute monarchy and contains a unique lift chair from 1693, which the king could use to hoist himself up. The walls are adorned with portraits, battle paintings, and allegorical motifs depicting Christian V’s family and achievements, as well as the Oldenburg kings from Christian I to Christian V.

Magnificent surroundings
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The Audience Passage

The Audience Passage is adorned with angels and elaborate stucco decorations, forming a gallery of mythological, allegorical and biblical motifs in soft shades of blue. When daylight reflects off the water beneath the passage, the scene takes on a magical, captivating quality – whether in the depths of winter or under the bright summer sun.

Magnificent surroundings
Outdoors

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The Bath House Castle

Next to the Baroque Garden, idyllically situated in the Landscape Garden, stands The Bath House Castle

The small pleasure palace was built in the late 16th century and acquired its present interior during the reign of Frederik VII, who used it as a private retreat.

The palace’s interiors offer a rare glimpse into court life in the mid-19th century. The Bath House Castle is normally closed to the public, but Frederiksborg occasionally opens its doors as part of the Fantastic Frederiksborg guided tour series.

Magnificent surroundings

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The Cellar

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The Devastating Fire

On the night of 17–18 December 1859, tragedy struck Frederiksborg Castle. A devastating fire swept through the castle, destroying most of the main castle’s interior and roof structure. The castle’s exterior was subsequently rebuilt in its original style.

The outer and middle castle islands escaped the devastating fire and therefore remain much as they were in the time of Christian IV.

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Storslåede rammer
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The Great Hall

Christian IV’s Ballroom, the magnificent Great Hall, with its size and grandeur, is one of the most overwhelming halls at Frederiksborg Castle. The tapestries, the richly decorated ceiling, and the ceiling frieze have been meticulously recreated based on a painting of the original ceiling, providing a vivid impression of the hall’s appearance before the devastating fire in 1859.

In the Great Hall, paintings of “the father-in-law of Europe,” King Christian IX, his descendants, and relatives, along with portraits of the current royal family, adorn the walls. The hall’s pomp and splendor are accentuated by the impressive trumpeter’s gallery, from which musical ensembles played for dancing, a monumental fireplace, and the captivating chandeliers that cast an enchanting light over the grandeur of the past.

Art
Magnificent surroundings

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The King’s Prayer Chamber

Christian IV had Frederiksborg Castle Church built as his own private church. In the King’s Prayer Chamber, he also had his own modest space for private prayer. Today, the chamber houses Christian IV’s silver altar, which remarkably was not in the room when it was completely destroyed by fire in 1859.

The chamber is adorned with nothing less than a Danish artistic treasure: Carl Bloch’s 23 paintings depicting the life of Christ, which are among the most widely reproduced religious images in the world. Created in the 1870s for the reconstruction of the King’s Prayer Chamber at Frederiksborg, the paintings portray the life of Christ – from the Annunciation to the Resurrection.

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The Marble Gallery

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Family-friendly
Outdoors
Outside the museum

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The Oval Lake

The Oval Lake is the heart of the castle gardens, surrounded by beautiful scenery and peaceful paths along the water. It is the perfect place for a relaxing stroll with views of the castle.

The Oval Lake is the largest of the lakes surrounding the castle and serves as a natural gathering place in the castle gardens. Surrounded by mature trees and peaceful paths, the lake invites visitors to enjoy a leisurely stroll with views of the castle in the background.

In spring and summer, the lake is home to swans and ducks, making it an ideal spot for a peaceful moment away from the hustle and bustle of the town.

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The shop

Discover a carefully curated selection of gift ideas, souvenirs, museum posters, books and much more – whether you're treating yourself or someone special.

The museum shop is open every day during museum opening hours – even on Christmas Eve. We're always happy to help you find the perfect gift.

You can contact the shop at [email protected].

Outdoors
Outside the museum
Family-friendly

Location

The small ferry

From Hillerød town center, it is possible to sail Denmark’s most beautiful nautical mile on the Castle Lake by Frederiksborg Castle. The small ferry sails from Hillerød Square to the Baroque Garden, and the trip lasts approximately 30 minutes. The ferry sails when the flag is up at the bridges at Hillerød Square and the Baroque Garden, respectively. Read more here (opens in new tab).