Schackenborg Castle

Schackenborg Castle is a Baroque structure in Møgeltønder featuring white walls, rectangular windows, and copper roofs across its three-story design in Southern Jutland. The building displays symmetrical facades with methodically arranged architectural details typical of its period.

The castle was built in 1661 to replace the earlier Møgeltønderhus fortress after King Frederick III granted the land to Count Hans von Schack as reward for military service. The von Schack family then shaped the property over subsequent generations.

The castle serves as a residence for Prince Joachim of Denmark, making it an active part of the Danish royal family today. Visitors can sense this living connection to the monarchy through occasional cultural events held within the castle grounds.

The garden grounds can be visited during summer months on guided tours, though the main castle building itself is not open to the public. Plan your visit for the warmer months when outdoor areas are accessible.

The property housed eleven generations of the von Schack family before becoming connected to the royal family in 1978. This transition links centuries of local family history with modern Danish royalty.