Hillerød Travel Guide

  View from the Ferry
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  • View from the Ferry
      View from the Ferry
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  • Coats of Arms and Stained Glass
      Coats of Arms and Stained Glass
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  • The old Town Hall from 1888 - now Police Station
      The old Town Hall from 1888 - now Police...
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      view to Hillerød
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Things to Do  

Federiksborg Ferry

Federiksborg Ferry, Hillerød

 DSwede Says:  The "Sea Gull" was the first boat to operate a short ferry service in 1903. Since then, the boats have been updated, restored and currently the ferry is a 30pax rebuilt lifeboat from the Danish cruise ship Jutlandia.The total cruise is 1 nautical mile, with three stops in a... 

Residence of the Danish Royal Family

Residence of the Danish Royal Family, Hillerød

 Roeffie Says:  Fredensborg Palace and Gardens Opening hoursJuly, the Palace is open for guided tours every 15 minutes all days from 13:00 to 16:30. Entrance fee DKK 35.00 adults DKK 15.00 children. Joint ticket for the Palace and the Orangery and Herb Garden:DKK 55.00 adultsDKK 25.00... 

Frederiksborg Castle Garden

Frederiksborg Castle Garden, Hillerød

 ValbyDK Says:  Frederiksborg Castle Gardens consist of the Baroque Garden - laid out in the 1720s by King Frederik IV and restored in the 1990s with more than 70000 plants and trees - and a landscaped garden where you’ll find King Frederik II’s small Bath House Castle (Badstueslottet)... 

Frederiksborg Castle - Modern Collection

Frederiksborg Castle - Modern Collection, Hillerød

 ValbyDK Says:  Frederiksborg Castle has an outstanding collection of old portraits and history paintings and they creates a great historical atmosphere when you are walking around inside the old castle.However, the castle also contains a modern collection with paintings from the 20th and... 

Frederiksborg Castle Chapel

Frederiksborg Castle Chapel, Hillerød

 ValbyDK Says:  Frederiksborg Castle Chapel from 1617 is a very beautiful part of Frederiksborg Castle. The chapel was only slightly damaged by the fire in 1859 and therefore most of the interiors are from the time of King Christian IV. The Compenius Organ and the magnificent altarpiece... 

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle, Hillerød

 ValbyDK Says:  Frederiksborg Castle is situated in the centre of Hillerød on three islets in the Castle Lake surrounded by Frederiksborg Castle Gardens. The castle is named after King Frederik II who built the oldest parts of the castle in 1560. His son - the Danish architect King -... 

Frederiksborg Castle

Frederiksborg Castle, Hillerød

 ginte Says:  And then a wonderful view opens and you can't see anything around only this beautiful Frederiksborg Castle. It's the most gorgeous Hillerod's landmark. Frederiksborg Castle is located in the middle of Hillerod on three islands in the castle lake. The oldest parts of the... 

Window Iron grill

Window Iron grill, Hillerød

 Diana75 Says:  I have seen this window grill, that I like very much, in the inner courtyard of the castle.This was another element of the rich decoration of the castle, very well maintained, although did not seem to be very old. 

Frederiksborg Castle garden

Frederiksborg Castle garden, Hillerød

 Diana75 Says:  Frederiksborg is surrounded by a large baroque garden.Almost all the castle gardens in Denmark serve also as communal recreational areas for the general public with free admission. 

Decorations

Decorations, Hillerød

 Diana75 Says:  The style of the castle has also been called the "Christian VI style" because the buildings are characterized by sumptuous ornamentation with bands of sandstone between red brickwork, window triangles with figure heads, swung gables and many spires on copper-clad roofs. 

Statues

Statues, Hillerød

 Diana75 Says:  The sumptuous decoration is a visual representation of the Christian monarchy. Beautiful statues are placed along the wall that is separating the inner courtyard from the middle courtyard, but also on the Frederiksborg facade. 

Hotels  

Hotel Hillerod

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Transportation  

From Copenhagen to Frederiksborg Castle

From Copenhagen to Frederiksborg Castle, Hillerød

 ValbyDK Says:  The cities of Hillerød and Copenhagen are connected by S-train line E, and the travelling time from Copenhagen Central Station is around 40 minutes. When you arrive at Hillerød Station just follow the signs towards Frederiksborg Castle. It is a 20 minutes walk and it will... 

Shopping  

%Hagenglas: Danish Glasdesign!

%Hagenglas: Danish Glasdesign!, Hillerød

 Roeffie Says:  This is pure art. The designs of Rike Hagen are simply beautiful. You can be all kinds of glasswork and can see how it's made. For more info visit the website (Danish) Glassworks Depends on what you want. I find this a total irrelevant question. Each person decides for his... 

Local Customs  

Your bank is your castle

Your bank is your castle, Hillerød

 Sjalen Says:  No...it's not. The house to the right is the old bank, but so many people confuse this with the castle because of its impressive tower that it is now know as the other castle by the locals. Seen from certain streets down to the castle, the tower only DOES look like it's the... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Wild Ducks

Wild Ducks, Hillerød

 Diana75 Says:  En element that obviously couldn't miss from this perfect peaceful scenery. 

Water

Water, Hillerød

 Diana75 Says:  The palace is located on three small islands in the middle of Palace Lake. 

Pretty nice Volvo

Pretty nice Volvo, Hillerød

 Diana75 Says:  I don't know if this old Volvo has something to do with the castle (maybe a visitor just came here with this car), but it look nice in the parking near Frederiksborg. 

Bridge

Bridge, Hillerød

 Diana75 Says:  I liked this wooden bridge over the water around the castel.It was so simple compared to the magestic castle that I was tempted to think that is part of another scenery. 

Favorites  

Hillerød map

Hillerød map, Hillerød

 Diana75 Says:  It's good to be always informed.In case you wanna know where you are and what other attractions of Hillerod are nearby, in the parking at the entrace to the castle is this town map with all the answers to your questions. 

Hillerod

Hillerod, Hillerød

 ginte Says:  Hillerod, in the heart of North Zealand, is surrounded by some of the most beautiful and extensive woodlands in Denmark. It's easy to reach from all derections. It's a must visit while being in Denmark, so don't miss it!As the history tells - The city's role as a hub began... 

The Place

Plan a Hillerød vacation with reviews, tips and photos posted by real travelers and Hillerød locals

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The People

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Advice from the Locals
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 Gert's travel guide - Hillerød is "the capital" of North Sealand being the area from Copenhagen to the coast line of Kattegat, Öresund and Roskilde Fjord. An outstanding feature is Frederiksborg Castle with the National... 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  What is train fare from Copenhagen to Hillerød? More specifically, what is cheapest way and cost of a ticket? Should I buy a one... 

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A: There is a train and boat link on my home page. Seagull. 

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