Løvenborg, Manor house estate in Holbæk Municipality, Denmark
Løvenborg is a manor house estate in Holbæk Municipality with a main building dating to the 1600s and extensive surrounding lands. The property features gardens, woodlands, and traditional Danish architectural elements that define its character today.
The estate was originally called Ellinge and belonged to Roskilde bishopric before Hans Barnekow acquired it in 1547 and renamed it Birkholm. Herman Leopoldus Løvenskiold later elevated it to a barony in 1773, a status that continued until 1921.
The manor reflects Danish nobility traditions and served as a filming location for several Danish films. Its design shows how wealthy families expressed their power and taste through architecture.
The estate sits about 7 to 8 kilometers west of Holbæk and is easily reached by car. Visitors should know that gardens and outdoor areas may vary in accessibility depending on the season.
The building became known under different names and went through multiple phases of reshaping by different owners. Each of these changes left marks on the property's architecture and layout.
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