Goose Tower, Medieval defensive tower at Vordingborg Castle, Denmark
The Goose Tower rises 36 meters with thick stone walls that gradually narrow towards the top, crowned by a copper spire with a golden goose.
King Valdemar IV expanded Vordingborg Castle in the 1360s, adding four corner towers, with the Goose Tower being the sole remaining structure today.
The tower received its name from the golden goose ornament placed on top, reportedly used by King Valdemar IV to mock the Hanseatic League cities.
The tower now functions as part of the Danish Castle Centre museum, offering visitors access to interior exhibitions and panoramic views from the top platform.
This structure became Denmark's first protected historical monument in 1808 and stands as the only fully preserved medieval castle tower in the country.
Location: Vordingborg Municipality
Inception: 1160s
Height: 36 m
Part of: Vordingborg Castle
GPS coordinates: 55.00712,11.91244
Latest update: May 15, 2025 10:39
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