Hvedholm Castle

Faaborg, Denmark

Hvedholm Castle near Faaborg on the island of Funen in Denmark was built in the 15th century. It was owned in turn by the Banke, Hardenberg and Brahe families until 1919, when the Danish government presented the then owners with an enormous tax demand, forcing them to sell it to the state for approximately 175,000 Danish kroner. Hvedholm Castle was later returned to the Brahe family, who were considered for generations the rightful rulers of the castle and surrounding villages.

References:

Wikipedia

Castles and fortifications in Denmark

Address

Hvedholm Slot 1, Faaborg, Denmark

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Details

Founded: 1878-1882
Category: Castles and fortifications in Denmark

More Information

www.slotshotel.dk
www.visitdenmark.com
en.wikipedia.org

Rating

3.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Henrik E (17 months ago)
Very interesting and beautiful place. It could be perfect, if they had a pool ?

Marcin Fryziel (2 years ago)
Amazing location, you can feel like prince!

David DeBruzzi (2 years ago)
The castle and grounds are beautiful, a bit in need of some upkeep but still a stunning setting. I was traveling alone, and was greeted with "Name" and "Room 32." The thing is, it's a big place. Can I look around and explore, where is the room, is there breakfast? The next morning the same woman 'checked me out' by swiping my credit card, giving me a receipt, and walking away. I'm sure they are great there for groups, but I would not recommend for single people or smaller parties.

Bjarni J (2 years ago)
Absolutely lovely stay, can't recommend it enough, even during the pandemic.

Evald Kristensen (3 years ago)
Nice place to see a castle

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