Dragsholm Castle, Medieval castle and hotel in Odsherred Municipality, Denmark
Dragsholm Castle stands on a small island connected to Zealand by a narrow strip of land, featuring architectural elements from different centuries and surrounded by herb gardens.
Built in 1215 by the Bishop of Roskilde, the fortress served as a defensive stronghold during medieval times and as a prison for nobility from 1536 to 1664.
The castle restaurant has held a Michelin star since 2017, preparing dishes that showcase ingredients from the local UNESCO Global Geopark Odsherred region.
Hotel rooms provide modern accommodations in a historic setting, with check-in times between 3 PM and 5:30 PM daily. The restaurant requires advance reservation.
During its prison years, the facility housed specialized cells with different amenities tailored to the status and offenses of the noble inmates.
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