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Castle · Copenhague, Região da Capital
Castelo de Rosenborg (Rosenborg Slot)
The Renaissance castle of Cristiano IV, from 1606 to 1624, in the garden of Kongens Have. It houses the crown jewels, the coronation thrones and halls with objects spanning four centuries of kings.
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About Castelo de Rosenborg (Rosenborg Slot)
Rosenborg was built between 1606 and 1624 by order of Cristiano IV, originally as a summer residence outside the city walls. The king liked it so much that he expanded the building several times and died there in 1648. The red-brick and sandstone castle, with towers and a copper roof, is an example of the Dutch Renaissance that Cristiano IV spread through Copenhagen.
The interior has been preserved as the crown museum since the 19th century. The rooms follow a chronological order, from Cristiano IV to Frederico VII, with furniture, tapestries, portraits, porcelain and the monarchs' personal objects. The Knights' Hall, on the top floor, houses the coronation thrones: the king's, made from narwhal tusk, and the queen's, of silver, guarded by three life-size silver lions.
In the basement is the treasury, containing the Danish crown jewels, Cristiano IV's crown of gold and gems, and the royal insignia. The castle sits within Kongens Have, the king's garden, the country's oldest royal garden, with flowerbeds, avenues and lawns where locals picnic in summer.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 1 to 1h30 in the castle and the treasury; plus 30 minutes in the garden.
Best time
Right at opening, before the tour groups. In summer, Kongens Have fills up in the late afternoon. The castle often has reduced hours in winter and sometimes requires a timed entry—check in advance.
How to get there
A 5-minute walk from Nørreport station (metro and trains). The entrance to the castle is via Øster Voldgade or through the garden on Kronprinsessegade.
Tip
Start with the treasury in the basement, which is small and fills up quickly, then go up through the rooms. Cross Kongens Have to Kronprinsessegade and head to the National Gallery (SMK), 5 minutes away.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Castelo de Rosenborg (Rosenborg Slot)
Where are the crown jewels kept?
In the treasury, in the castle’s basement, together with the crown of Cristiano IV and the royal insignia.
How long does the visit take?
About 1 to 1.5 hours for the rooms and the treasury. The surrounding Kongens Have garden requires another half hour.
Is the castle garden open?
Yes — Kongens Have is a public park with flowerbeds and avenues, much used by locals in summer.
Do you need to buy tickets in advance?
In summer, time slots can sell out. Buying online in advance avoids queues; check the visiting rules.