Torbenfeldt Castle, Manor house in Holbæk Municipality, Denmark.
Torbenfeldt is a manor house standing on an artificial island within a small lake, featuring three wings and corner towers in its design. The property spreads across a large area containing additional lakes, forests, and walking paths that connect to the nearby Tømmerhuset Nature School.
The property was first mentioned in 1377 and later belonged to various noble families including the Moltkes, Göyes, and Brahes. In 1668, King Frederick III acquired it and renamed it Frydendal, though it regained the name Torbenfeldt in 1906 under the Treschow family.
The castle has served as a filming location for Danish cinema over many decades, appearing in several notable productions. This role in the film industry has connected the place to Danish cultural memory through its appearances on screen.
The grounds are walkable with several paths through forests and around the lakes, making them suitable for exploring at a leisurely pace. The adjoining nature school makes the location convenient for a half-day visit, especially if you want to experience both the manor and the surrounding landscape.
The estate's name was changed from Torbenfeldt to Frydendal under King Frederick III, a rare name change for that era. This alteration lasted only about 240 years before the Treschow family restored the original name in 1906.
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