Bygholm Castle

Bygholm Castle is a manor house in Horsens featuring a one-story central wing flanked by two lower L-shaped side wings arranged in symmetrical baroque design from 1775. Today the property operates as a hotel under municipal ownership, while the associated farm buildings house the Bygholm Research Centre of Aarhus University.

King Erik VI Menved commissioned the original castle in 1313 following peasant uprisings in Jutland. The present baroque structure was built later in the 18th century, replacing the medieval fortification.

The grounds function as a public park where residents gather for local events and outdoor activities throughout the year. Visitors can see how the space brings people together for celebrations and leisurely time in nature.

The grounds are open to the public and suitable for walking and exploring at your own pace. Being located near central Horsens makes the site accessible by local transport and provides parking options nearby.

The scholar Erik Lange once lived here and moved in the circles of the renowned astronomer Tycho Brahe. Financial troubles eventually forced him to leave the property behind.

GPS coordinates: 55.86586,9.82332

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:47