Mattrup

Mattrup is a manor house in Horsens Municipality positioned on a plateau above a deep valley, with an original stone building forming the core structure of the estate. The property encompasses around 1,800 hectares and contains agricultural operations, forestry, and hunting grounds.

The manor was founded in the 13th century by the Skram family and has served as a noble seat ever since. The Westenholz family acquired it in 1853 and implemented extensive modifications that shaped its current appearance.

The estate embodies Danish agricultural tradition and shows how such properties maintained their working purpose across centuries. Visitors can observe how historical and contemporary farming practices coexist on the grounds.

The grounds are accessible to visitors who wish to explore the landscape and view the stone building's architecture. It is advisable to wear comfortable shoes since the property features pathways through woods and across the plateau terrain.

The landscape around Mattrup shows clear traces of the last Ice Age, as meltwater carved deep valleys and ravines. This geological feature made the plateau an ideal location for establishing the manor centuries ago.