Fredericia, Denmark

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Founded as a fortress town in 1650 by Frederick III, the town's namesake, Fredericia is home to one of the most well preserved ramparts in Northern Europe. Nestled in the southeastern part of Denmark's Jutland peninsula, Fredericia charms with a historic core showcasing military remnants and monuments, stately old houses with memorial plaques and quaint shops, and a marketplace. Fredericia prides itself on its history of religious freedom, and in addition to several churches, there is a 17th-century Jewish cemetery, the oldest one in Denmark. Here, you can spend a relaxed day strolling along the beach or biking around town, but if you are feeling adventurous, the port offers easy access to many of the region's top attractions, including the Legoland theme park, a museum dedicated to Denmark's famed children's author Hans Christian Andersen, stately 450-year-old Egeskov Castle, and Ribe Viking Center, an open-air museum that takes you back in time. No matter how you chose to spend the day in warm and welcoming Fredericia, be sure to snap a photo with the Foot Soldier statue. Commemorating the town's military importance, it stands guard at the main entrance to the city.

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Points of Interest

  • Ribe Cathedral
  • Ribe Viking Center
  • Trinitatis Church
  • Egeskov Castle
  • Royal Jelling Museum
  • Gram Castle

More about Fredericia, Denmark Points of Interest

  • Ribe Cathedral

    Denmark's best preserved Romanesque building towers over the city. Originally built in the 10th century, the artwork such as St. George and the Dragon and Virgin and infant Jesus have been meticulously preserved.

  • Ribe Viking Center

    Relive Viking history at a replica Viking village and marketplace from the 8th century. This open-air museum features traditional Viking longhouses, farmsteads and fields, townhouses and a market square with tent stalls.

  • Trinitatis Church

    This historic 17th century church played a key role in the city's acceptance of religious freedoms. In the cemetery are the graves of the brave citizens who helped save the city from attack in 1849.

  • Egeskov Castle

    Europe's best-preserved Renaissance moated castle is a jaw-dropping storybook wonder that was originally built for defensive purposes. Today, it's home to beautiful gardens, intriguing museums, fun mazes, and hands-on games and activities.

  • Royal Jelling Museum

    The Jelling Stones, Denmark's most important cultural monuments, are displayed here as part of Denmark's largest Viking complex. The UNESCO World Heritage Site also features burial mounds of two Viking kings and a 1,000-year-old church.

  • Gram Castle

    Dating back to approximately 1470, the stately manor has had many owners throughout the course of history. This 15th century estate is also Denmark's largest organic farm covering over 3,450 acres, the farm's main produce is grain, potatoes and onions.

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