The Danish Castle Centre

The Danish Castle Centre is a historical museum that recounts the history of Denmark based on Vordingborg, the home of the Dannebrog. The museum is located in the Vordingborg Castle grounds, in the middle of the country’s largest ruin. The castle, built by King Valdemar the Victorious, is probably best known for the Goose Tower, which still stands proudly overlooking the Farø Bridges. 

Dive into the exciting world of power and experience the medieval grandeur of Vordingborg at Denmark’s Castle Centre, or take a trip up the 36-meter-high Goose Tower, where the myths and mysteries of the past come to life in the exhibition 'MONSTER'.

Explore the deep cellars, hidden rooms, and historic timber framework of the Goose Tower, where the myths and mysteries of the past are revealed in the 'MONSTER' exhibition, created by the multi-artist Shane Brox.

For centuries, people have believed in monsters that hid in the shadows of the night, the depths of the sea, and unknown places where imagination ran wild. These monsters could scare, instill fear, and symbolize the incomprehensible in human life – just as the Goose Tower has stood for 700 years, preserving the mysteries of history.

In the exhibition, you’ll encounter fascinating monsters, from the love-hungry giant squid Kraken to the terrifying swarm of flies Beezlebub, the lonely Dragon, and many more.

The exhibition runs from February 8 – October 19.

POWER takes you into the intriguing world of power, where you can learn more about the authority and power that is always associated with a castle. It was in the castle that the royal family stayed, expeditions were planned, and historic treaties were made, which is why the exhibition encompasses everything from kings and queens to weapons, jewelry, churches, and much more.

In the Middle Ages, some of Denmark's most significant kings and queens ruled from the castle in Vordingborg, making the city a center of power during this era.

Archaeological finds from Vordingborg and the surrounding areas are on display in the Danish Castle Centre’s exhibitions, as well as jewellery, weapons and other exciting finds from the time of Valdemar Atterdag (Valdemar IV of the New Dawn)!

In 2019, the Danish Castle Centre celebrated the 800th birthday of the Dannebrog. The Dannebrog was taken to Vordingborg in 1219 after a great battle in Estonia, which almost ended fatally, but (if the legend is to be believed) still worked out in the Danes’ favour. 

1. In the Middle Ages, it was the largest royal castle in Denmark, covering an area the size of eight football pitches!

2. The weapon of war called the “trebuchet” could launch stones, fireballs and other ammunition, as well as beehives, dead animals and prisoners of war, should you want to spread disease and terror among the enemy!

3. There were nine castle towers, 12 half-towers and a 770 m protective wall!