Kolding - Koldinghus Castle and Museum Museet på Koldinghus
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By a lake, the Slotsøen, in the center of Kolding stands Koldinghus Castle, built in 1248. For centuries Koldinghus Slot, a four-winged edifice, was the favorite residence of the kings of Denmark. In 1808, when Denmark had allied itself with Napoleon and Spanish soldiers were billeted in the castle, it was destroyed by fire. A start was made on rebuilding it in 1890, but it was to be another 100 years before it was finished.
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There is a special exhibition devoted to the wars against Prussia in 1848-50 and 1864.
Concerts and other cultural events are also held in the castle.
The museum houses a gold and silver collection, a collection of Danish fine and decorative arts, and a reference library.
Address:
Koldinghus, Markdannersgade 11, DK-6000 Kolding, Denmark
Hours:
10am-5pm
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), New Year's Eve (December 31), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Guides: Guided tour available as optional extra.
Facilities: Restaurant or food service
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