Take a stroll in the Abbey Garden and immerse yourself in wise words and herbal knowledge from the Middle Ages.

Esrum Abbey

Explore a hidden piece of Danish heritage at Esrum Abbey—founded in 1151 by the Cistercian Order. Once among the largest and most powerful monasteries in Northern Europe, today it is an open attraction where you can indulge in 800 years of captivating history.

Indulge in 800 years of history at Esrum Abbey, founded in 1151 by Cistercian monks. – © Esrum Kloster

Walk through the meadows, where the famous royal Frederiksborg horses once grazed in the picturesque scenery around Esrum Abbey. – © Esrum Kloster

Enjoy mouthwatering food, unique products, and a cosy atmosphere at the yearly Christmas Market at Esrum Abbey. – © Esrum Kloster

At the heart of the new national park, Esrum Abbey is a premier choice as a departure point for nature hikes. – © John Bendtsen

Indulge in 800 years of history at Esrum Abbey, founded in 1151 by Cistercian monks. – © Esrum Kloster

Until the Reformation, Esrum Abbey was the spiritual centre of the Cistercians in Denmark and featured one of the largest church domes in the kingdom. When Protestantism made its way into Denmark, the king ordered the destruction of 90 percent of the Abbey; its bricks were used to construct several new additions to surrounding castles.

As the Abbey and its many properties fell under the Crown in 1536, it was allowed to stand largely unchanged and came to function mainly as the king’s hunting castle, and later as the royal stud farms, responsible for breeding the famous Frederiksborg horses that grazed in the meadows.

While on the grounds, be sure to visit the delicacy-filled Abbey shop, savour the scents in the herbal garden, and enjoy the outdoor playground. You can also eat and drink as kings in the charming Abbey Cellars while enjoying a lunch with a view of the Abbey in the Café on the Mill. At the heart of the new national park, Esrum Abbey is also a premier choice as a departure point for nature hikes. You can see more about what we have to offer clicking here.

Enjoy lunch with a breathtaking view of the Abbey, or explore the apple gardens in the Café on the Mill. – © Esrum Kloster

Visit

Esrum Abbey

Pricing

Entrance to the Abbey:

Adults: 50 DKK.
Children under the age of 18: Free
Groups. adults (min. 10 people.): 40 DKK. Per person

Please observe that special prices may occur for events and holiday times.
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