Excursion The treasures of Voergaard castle     tour at Aalborg

Discover the scenic beauty and two of the most important historical landmarks in the northern region of Denmark.

Spectacular story-telling rooms and grandiose exhibitions in the Voergaard Castle, this is a see worthy experience for the fans of history.

Sæby

On the east coast North of Aalborg after approx. 40 mins drive you will find the picturesque little town by the sea, Sæby with its well-preserved, yellow-washed houses. Sæby has an exciting story and is in fact one of the oldest towns in Northern Jutland. Since 1524 Sæby has been a market town, but the first inhabitants settled here during the Viking Age.

Voer Church

After a scenic drive of approx. 25 minutes, continue your tour with an inside visit of Voer Church, where Ingeborg Skeel rests. The Danish noblewoman, land owner and county sheriff resided at Voergaard between 1588 - 1591. She was the one who expanded the Manor to a fine Renaissance castle, before throwing the architect into the moat. Or at least, that is what the rumor says.

Voergaard Castle

Now it is time to visit Voergaard Castle - one of the best preserved renaissance castles in Denmark. The oldest parts of the castle are dated 1481 and it has housed many a colorful historic character, including the infamous Stygge Krumpen, last catholic bishop of Denmark, who had to flee for his life, when a peasant army stormed the castle during the civil war known as the Count's Feud in 1534.

The castle houses an extensive and unique collection of European art and furniture, including works by Goya, Rubens, Raphael and El Greco, together with treasures from the personal belongings of Napoleon 1, Louis XIV and Marie-Antoinette.

After the visit, re-board your coach for the 20 minutes transfer back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion may include: The Renaissance castle of Voergaard, The picturesque town of Saeby

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 0.74 mile (about 1,2 Kilometers), at times over uneven surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and at the sites visited. Walking in the sites visited is at guests 'discretion. This tour is recommended for guests in good physical condition. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. We suggest you wear warm, layered clothing with flat, closed-toe, non-slip walking shoes and a light, weatherproof jacket. Due to the local climate, most of the coaches are air-cooled. The order of the visits may vary.