Egholm

Egholm is a manor house in Lejre Municipality featuring a main building with white-rendered walls across two stories, a symmetrical design, and a prominent hip roof. The grounds include several structures from different periods and spread across a large area of woodland.

Wolfgang Haffner acquired the property in 1812 and transformed it into a family trust while overseeing construction of the current main building. Under his leadership the grounds were expanded significantly and developed into a substantial estate.

The estate displays classical features of early 19th-century Danish architecture, with clean lines and balanced proportions visible throughout the structure. The design choices reflect the tastes of that era and remain visible to visitors walking around the main building today.

The estate is located about 60 kilometers west of Copenhagen and is easily reached by car. Plan your visit during daylight hours and allow plenty of time to explore the extensive grounds on foot.

The estate houses a museum with an extensive collection of firearms and military artifacts, particularly from World War II. This collection is surprisingly preserved on the property and makes it an unexpected destination for those interested in military history.

Location: Lejre Municipality

Inception: 1812

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

GPS coordinates: 55.73280,11.91250

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:03