Ulriksholm

Ulriksholm is a protected castle and manor house at the edge of Kerteminde Nor in Denmark, combining traditional Danish architectural features with elegant facades and maintained gardens. The complex includes several historical buildings that reflect the typical layout of a Danish noble estate.

King Christian IV acquired the estate in 1616 and ordered new buildings constructed from 1632 for his son Ulrik Christian Gyldenløv, a name that would later define the property. The transformation from an older manor into a royal gift for the royal family shaped how the complex developed over time.

The castle displays the architecture of a Danish noble family through its maintained gardens and buildings that reflect traditional manor life. The grounds are regularly used for cultural events that give visitors insight into how such estates functioned in past centuries.

The castle is open to visitors on days when garden events and cultural performances take place, which occurs several times throughout the year. It helps to check the event schedule beforehand to plan a visit that matches your interests.

The remains of Vibeke Kruse, mother of the man who gave his name to the castle, were moved to Kølstrup Church after her initial burial near Copenhagen. This transfer connects the family of the estate to local church communities in the region.