Charlottenborg Palace

Charlottenborg is a three-story Baroque palace with Dutch and Italian architectural elements located at the corner of Kongens Nytorv. The building features a main wing and two side wings with symmetrical facades and carefully crafted ornamental details throughout its structure.

The palace was built between 1672 and 1677 as a residence for Ulrik Frederik Gyldenløve, an illegitimate son of King Frederick III. The name comes from Queen Charlotte Amalie, who established it in the early 1700s.

The building has hosted one of Denmark's most important art institutions for over 250 years, bringing together artists and students within its rooms. The exhibition spaces reflect Copenhagen's role as a center for contemporary art.

The building sits centrally at Kongens Nytorv and is easily accessible from Copenhagen's main routes. Its location near Nyhavn makes it a natural stop for visitors exploring the area.

The bricks used in construction came from Kalø Castle in Jutland, a property that belonged to the owner and was dismantled to provide materials for this palace. This reuse shows how resources were managed during the period.

Location: Copenhagen Municipality

Inception: 1677

Architects: Ewert Janssen

Architectural style: baroque architecture

Floors above the ground: 3

Elevation above the sea: 8 m

Website: http://kunstakademiet.dk

GPS coordinates: 55.68028,12.58750

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:53