Amalienborg

Amalienborg is a palace complex with four identical classical buildings in the Danish capital. The structures stand symmetrically around an octagonal courtyard with an equestrian statue at its center.

Four noble families commissioned these buildings starting in 1750, but the royal family moved here after Christiansborg Palace burned in 1794. The complex has served as the main residence of Danish monarchs ever since.

The Royal Life Guards assemble each day at midday and march from Rosenborg Castle through the streets to this residence. Soldiers wear dark blue uniforms and tall bearskin hats as they carry out the changing of the guard ceremony at the main gate.

A museum in one of the wings displays royal apartments, state chambers, and exhibits with original furnishings from a century and a half of monarchy. When the royal family is present, their flag flies above the corresponding building.

The four wings each bear the name of different Danish kings: Christian VII, Christian VIII, Frederik VIII, and Christian IX. Two of them are still inhabited by members of the royal family today.

Location: Copenhagen Municipality

Inception: 1760

Architects: Nicolai Eigtved

Architectural style: Rococo

Website: http://kongehuset.dk/english/palaces/amalienborg

GPS coordinates: 55.68403,12.59333

Latest update: December 12, 2025 19:14