Park of Frederiksborg Castle, Renaissance castle park in Hillerød, Denmark
The Park of Frederiksborg is a garden surrounding the castle with formal beds, water basins, and sculptures arranged in geometric patterns. The grounds combine the manicured Baroque sections with a more open landscape, connected by pathways that loop around the castle lake.
The garden took its present form in 1720 when royal architect Johan Cornelius Krieger created a symmetrical Baroque design with terraces and water features. This redesign reflected the European taste of the era and established it as a landmark in Nordic garden design.
The cascading fountains and geometric water features show how Danish gardeners adapted French design ideas from the 1700s to suit their own landscape. Walking through the formal sections, you notice this blend of traditions in the carefully placed basins and aligned plantings.
The grounds are best explored on foot, with routes that wind through both formal sections and open areas while offering views of water and the castle. Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the route covers several miles depending on your path, and muddy or slippery conditions can occur in wet weather.
The Neptune Fountain in the castle courtyard features bronze figures created after the design of Adrian de Vries and replicated from his original sculptures dating to 1620. This recreation allows visitors to experience the artistic ambition of that period, though they are viewing reproductions rather than the originals.
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