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Garden · Hillerød, Região da Capital
Jardim Barroco de Frederiksborg (Barokhaven)
The terraced garden behind the castle, created in the 1720s and restored in 1996, with cascades, clipped hedges and symmetrical beds that descend to the lake. The view of the castle from above is the most famous.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Jardim Barroco de Frederiksborg (Barokhaven)
The Baroque garden was created in the early 1720s by court gardener Johan Cornelius Krieger for Frederick IV, as terraces rising up the north slope of the castle. It was abandoned in the early 19th century and recreated from the original designs in 1996, under the name Kaskaderne, the cascades.
The layout follows the castle's axis: a water cascade descends the centre, flanked by terraces with box hedges, linden trees clipped into boxes, lawns and beds with royal monograms. From the top of the terraces the view shows the entire castle reflected in the lake, the best-known photograph of Frederiksborg.
The garden is part of the castle park, which continues into an English woodland, the Slotshaven, and the trail around the lake. In summer boats cross the lake between Hillerød's centre and the castle.
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 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Best time
From May to September, with the cascades running and the hedges green. The cascades are usually turned off in winter. In the late afternoon the light hits the castle façade.
How to get there
Behind the Castelo de Frederiksborg, exit via the north gate or follow the lakeside trail. A 20-minute walk from Hillerød station.
Tip
Climb to the highest terrace for the photo of the castle over the lake. Then return along the shoreline path back to the town centre.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Jardim Barroco de Frederiksborg (Barokhaven)
Is the garden original?
It was created in the 1720s, abandoned in the 19th century and recreated in 1996 based on the original plans.
Do the cascades run year-round?
No, they are usually turned off in winter. From May to September the garden is at its best.
Where is the classic photo of the castle taken from?
From the highest terrace of the baroque garden, with the castle and the lake in front.