Gråsten Palace, Royal summer residence in Sønderborg Municipality, Denmark
Gråsten Palace is a royal residence in South Jutland with white walls and Venetian doors opening onto lawns and gravel paths. The grounds feature stables, formal gardens, and structures arranged around a central court.
The palace was built in 1759 after fires destroyed earlier structures. The chapel is the only remaining element from the original Baroque building and speaks to the site's long past.
The chapel reflects the regional connection between Danish and German traditions through its services. Visitors can sense how this border region has shaped the religious life within the palace grounds.
The gardens are open to visitors when the royal family is not in residence. Guided tours are offered during certain times and provide access to the grounds and interior spaces.
The royal kitchen garden supplies produce for the royal table and operates partly as a market for visitors. This working element shows how the palace functions as a living place of daily use.
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