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Ålsgårde

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{{Short description|Seaside resort in North Zealand, Denmark}}
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'''Ålsgårde''' is a seaside resort and former fishing village on the north coast of [[Zealand]], Denmark, located six kilometer northwest of [[Helsingør]].

Formerly Ålsgårde was a separate town, but today it has merged with the neighbouring town of [[Hellebæk]] into an [[urban area]] with a population of 5,775 (1 January 2025).<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?Lang=en BY3: Population 1 January, by urban areas] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]] (Search for the name Hellebæk, who is the official name of the urban area used by Statistics Denmark)</ref>

==Notable buildings==
[[Image:Rytterhuset af arkitekt Martin Nyrop.jpg|thumb|240px|Rytterhuset, a listed summerhouse from 1899]]
[[Rytterhuset]] (Nordre Strandvej 230) was built in 1889 as summer residence for the painter [[Frants Henningsen]] to a [[Romantic Nationalism|National Romantic]] design by [[Martin Nyrop]]. The property, including a jetty with a [[Public bathing|bathhouse]] and a couple of [[outbuilding]]s, is now listed in the [[Listed buildings in Helsingør Municipality|Danish registry of protected buildings and places]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.kulturarv.dk/fbb/sagvis.pub?sag=6032904|title=Sag: Rytterhuset|language=Danish|publisher=Kulturstyrelsen|accessdate=21 November 2015}}</ref> Nordre Strandvej 140, a half-timbered house from 1819, is also listed.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.kulturarv.dk/fbb/sagvis.pub?sag=6032896|title=Sag: Nordre Strandvej 140|language=Danish|publisher=Kulturstyrelsen|accessdate=21 November 2015}}</ref> Hellebæk Church is, in spite of its name, also located in Ålsgårde.

== Notable people ==
* [[Laura Kieler]] (1849 – 1932 in Ålsgårde) a Norwegian-Danish novelist
* [[August Hassel]] (1864 – 1942 in Ålsgårde) a Danish sculptor.
* [[Harald Leth]] (1899 – 1986 in Ålsgårde) a Danish [[Realism (arts)|naturalistic]] painter

==References==
{{Reflist}}

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Assens, Denmark

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'''Assens''' ({{IPA|da|ˈæsn̩s|lang}}) is a town with a population of 5,952 (1 January 2025)<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by rural and urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> on the west coast of the island of [[Funen]] on the eastern side of the [[Little Belt]] in central [[Denmark]]. By road, Assens is located {{convert|41.2|km}} southwest of [[Odense]], {{convert|34|km}} northwest of [[Faaborg]], and {{convert|33.34|km}} southeast of [[Middelfart]].<ref>{{Google maps | url=https://maps.google.com/maps?ll=55.266667,9.9&q=55.266667,9.9&hl=en&t=h&z=12| access-date =12 July 2014}}</ref> Assens is the municipal seat of [[Assens Municipality]] in [[Region of Southern Denmark]]. It was the birthplace of sculptor [[Jens Adolf Jerichau]] who married the well-known portraitist [[Elisabeth Jerichau-Baumann]]; both artists' works are exhibited at the local art museum, [[Vestfyns Kunstmuseum]].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.kulturarv.dk/kid/SoegMuseumKunstnere.do?museumId=262 |title=Artists represented in Museerne Vestfyn |author= |publisher=Kulturstyrelsen |access-date=3 February 2013}}</ref>

==Etymology==
In the [[Danish Census Book]] from the 13th century, Assens is listed with the name ''Asnæs'', which means a [[promontory]] overgrown with [[ash trees]].<ref>{{cite book|title=Politikens Nudansk Ordbog|edition=XV|year=1992|chapter=Assens|language=da}}</ref>

==History==
Assens is located on the site of an old [[ferry landing]] linking Funen and the south of [[Jutland]]. A bay provided a natural harbour while the Little Belt encouraged trade and transport. It probably became a [[market town]] in the 13th century. The ferry, which probably originated in the [[Middle Ages]], became particularly significant in the 16th century with sizeable cattle exports. The town was hard hit by the [[Dano-Swedish War (1657–58)|Swedish Wars]] in the 17th century, causing a reduction in trade. It nevertheless continued to be the main ferry link between Jutland and Funen.<ref name=dcfb>{{cite web|url=http://dendigitalebyport.byhistorie.dk/koebstaeder/by.aspx?koebstadID=2|title=Assens|publisher=Dansk Center for Byhistorie|access-date=11 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref>

Prosperity returned at the end of the 18th century, increasing in the 19th century after a new harbour was completed in 1822. However the railway to [[Middelfart]] in 1865 provided considerable competition but the town suffered above all from the discontinuation of the ferry service after [[Southern Jutland]] was lost to the Germans in 1864.<ref name=dcfb/>

At the end of the 19th century, there were few industries in Assens, the main source of income still being trade and crafts. In 1884, however, the railway to [[Tommerup]] linked Assens to [[Odense]] and in 1885, the harbour was extended with a new dock. A sugar factory was established, providing over 300 jobs by the end of the century. There was also a marked increase in population.<ref name=dcfb/>

With reunification after the [[First World War]], the ferry to Southern Jutland was reopened and ran until 1972. The sugar factory remained the main source of employment but a number of smaller metal foundries and food companies were established. Like most of Funen's other towns, Assens remained in the shadow of Odense, recording only modest growth. Its population grew only slightly, from around 4,600 in 1901 to 5,800 in 2004.

==Economy==
Today the town still has a small shipyard, a few metallurgical and chemical factories and the Vestfyen brewery. The sugar factory was closed in 2006. In 2007, the public sector benefited from Assens position as the seat of the new Assens Municipality.<ref name=dcfb/> Companies headquartered in Assens Municipality include the [[Carl Hansen & Søn]] furniture manufacturer in Aarup.

==Landmarks==
[[File:Nordenskirker_Assens(01).jpg|thumb|Assens Church]]
[[Church of Our Lady, Assens|Assens Church]] (''Vor Frue Kirke'') is the second largest church building on the island of Funen. Built in the 15th century on the site of a former [[Romanesque architecture|Romanesque]] church, the red-brick building was comprehensively restored in the 19th century. It bears the influence of north German [[Gothic architecture]]. The tower with its octagonal base and spire is {{convert|48|m|abbr=on}} in height.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.visitdenmark.dk/da/danmark/vor-frue-kirke-i-assens-gdk614309|title=Vor Frue Kirke|publisher=Visit Denmark|access-date=12 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref> The [[altarpiece]] and [[pulpit]] are from the 17th century.<ref>{{cite encyclopedia|url=http://www.denstoredanske.dk/Danmarks_geografi_og_historie/Danmarks_geografi/Fyn/Assens|title=Assens|encyclopedia=Den Store Danske|access-date=12 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref>

Willemoesgården, one of the oldest houses in the town, was the birthplace of [[Peter Willemoes]] (1783–1808) who became a celebrity after heroic action in the [[Battle of Copenhagen (1801)|Battle of Copenhagen]]. The building is now a museum with exhibits on the history of the town and its seafaring heritage.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.museumvestfyn.dk/forskellige-oplevelser/museets-udstillingssteder/willemoesgaarden.html |title=Willemoesgården |publisher=Museum Vestfyn |access-date=12 July 2014 |language=da |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140714220807/http://www.museumvestfyn.dk/forskellige-oplevelser/museets-udstillingssteder/willemoesgaarden.html |archive-date=14 July 2014 }}</ref>

Assens Marina with 600 berths including a quay for visitors is located next to the local camping facility and sports centre with shops and a restaurant. It is open from May until the end of August.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.visitdenmark.com/denmark/assens-marina-gdk614284|title=Assens Marina|publisher=Visit Denmark|access-date=12 July 2014 }}</ref>

== Notable people ==
[[File:Portrait of J. A. Jerichau, c. 1846.jpg|thumb|140px|JA Jerichau, 1846]]
[[File:Peter Brandes.jpg|thumb|140px|Peter Brandes, 2014]]
* [[Peder Lauridsen Kylling]] (c. 1640 in Assens – 1696) a Danish botanist
* [[Christian Thomsen Carl]] (1676 in Assens - 1713) a Danish naval officer
* [[Hans Næss (architect)|Hans Næss]] (1723 in Næs – 1795) a Danish [[Neoclassical architecture|neoclassical]] architect of manor houses
* [[Steen Andersen Bille (1751–1833)|Steen Andersen Bille]] (1751 in Assens – 1833) a Danish naval officer, became an Admiral
* [[Peter Willemoes]] (1783 in Assens – 1808) a Danish naval officer, said to be of indominitable good cheer, courage and good looks
* [[Hans Brøchner Bruun]] (1793-1863) merchant and politician, chaired Town Council 1839/1857
* [[Carl Christian Rafn]] (1795 in Brahesborg, near Assens – 1864) a historian, translator and antiquarian.<ref>{{Cite Appletons'|wstitle= Rafn, Karl Christian |volume = V |pages = 159-160 |short= 1}}</ref>
* [[Benny Cederfeld de Simonsen]] (1865 in Brahesborg, near Assens – 1952) a Danish peace activist.
* [[John Eriksen]] (1957 in Assens – 2002) a Danish footballer, 479 caps and 17 caps for [[Danish national football team|Denmark]]
=== The arts ===
* [[Jes Bundsen]] (1766 in Assens – 1829) a Danish landscape painter and etcher
* [[Dankvart Dreyer]] (1816 in Assens – 1852) a landscape painter of the Copenhagen School
* [[Jens Adolf Jerichau]] (1816 in Assens – 1883) a sculptor, moved away from [[Neoclassicism]]
* [[Thorvald Niss]] (1842 in Assens – 1905) a landscape painter, joined the [[Skagen Painters]]
* [[Kirsten Passer]] (1930 in Nårup – 2012) a Danish film actress<ref> [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0664855/ IMDb Database] retrieved 09 May 2020 </ref>
* [[Peter Brandes]] (born 1944 in Assens) a painter, sculptor, ceramic artist and photographer
* [[Anne Øland]] (1949 in Assens – 2015) a Danish concert pianist and educator

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.assens.dk Assens municipal & City]
*[https://maps.google.com/maps?ll=55.266809,9.892330&spn=0.060094,0.081050&t=k&hl=en Satellite map from Google Maps]

{{Assens Municipality}}
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Kerteminde

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'''Kerteminde''' (nickname: ''Min Amandas by'', i.e. ''My Amanda's town''), is a town in central [[Denmark]], located in [[Kerteminde Municipality]] on the island of [[Funen]]. The town has a population of 6,128 (1 January 2025).<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban and rural areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> It is a small harbor town surrounded by farms. Kerteminde contains a fish restaurant, Rudolf Mathis, the Viking museum Ladby, and the research and exhibition institution for fish and porpoises [[Fjord & Bælt]].

== Parish and churches ==
Kerteminde is part of the Kerteminde-Drigstrup Parish, which was created on 1 December 2013 by merging the two parishes. Kerteminde Parish was quite small,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://sdfekort.dk/spatialmap|title=Geodatastyrelsen: Lave målebordsblade 1901-1971|access-date=1 November 2017|archive-date=11 November 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201111190625/https://sdfekort.dk/spatialmap|url-status=dead}}</ref> so in the 1920s Kerteminde grew beyond the parish boundaries and gained a suburb on Over Kærby Mark in Drigstrup Parish.

Kerteminde's parish church, Sankt Laurentii Kirke, is located in the town. The town is also home to Emmauskirken, which is owned by Kerteminde-Dalby Valgmenighed, which also has Bethlehemskirken in Dalby.

== School facilities ==
Kerteminde Byskole has 466 students in grades 0-9.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://kertemindebyskole.skoleporten.dk/sp|title=Kerteminde Byskole|access-date=1 November 2017|archive-date=7 November 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171107010859/http://kertemindebyskole.skoleporten.dk/sp|url-status=dead}}</ref> Kerteminde Efterskole is a Grundtvig-Kold school with 23 employees.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.keef.dk/|title=Kerteminde Efterskole|access-date=1 November 2017|archive-date=7 November 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171107030707/https://www.keef.dk/|url-status=dead}}</ref>

The town has 4 daycare centers: Balders Hus with daycare and kindergarten for 78 children, Fjordvang kindergarten for 53 children, Nymarken kindergarten for 62 children and the private daycare and kindergarten Mølleløkken for 51 children.<ref>[http://www.institutioner.dk/Kerteminde Daginstitutioner i Kerteminde]</ref>

Kerteminde Idrætscenter consists of two sports halls at the town's stadium.

== Etymology ==
The town's name (1412 Kiertheminde, 1430 Kirtimynnæ) comes from the old name for Kerteminde Fjord, Kirta, followed by the Old Danish word minni, 'mynni 'mouth'.<ref>Nudansk Ordbog, Politikens Forlag, 1972. Se også [http://www.historikerportalen.dk/trap/images/pdf/0142.pdf www.historikerportalen.dk]{{Dead link|date=February 2022|bot=InternetArchiveBot|fix-attempted=yes}}.</ref>

==Notable people==
=== Painters ===
* [[Frederik Storch]] (1805 in Kerteminde – 1883) a Danish genre painter
* [[Johannes Larsen]] (1867 in Kerteminde – 1961) a nature painter, one of the [[Funen Painters]]
* [[Anna Syberg]] (1870–1914) a [[Funen Painters|Funen painter]], lived in Pilegården near Kerteminde from 1902
* [[Christine Swane]] (1876 in Kerteminde – 1960) one of the [[Funen Painters]] then developed a [[Cubist]] style
* [[Axel P. Jensen]] (1885 in Kerteminde – 1972) a painter of landscapes with stronger colouring than the [[Funen Painters]]
* [[Alfred Simonsen]] (1906 in Kølstrup, near Kerteminde – 1935) a painter, one of the [[Odsherred Painters]]
* [[Ernst Syberg]] (1906 in Kerteminde – 1981) a painter, became one of the [[Odsherred Painters]]
* [[Birthe Bovin]] (1906 in Kerteminde – 1980) a self-taught Danish painter, became one of [[Odsherred Painters]]

=== Other arts ===
* [[Frederik Paludan-Müller]] (1809 in Kerteminde – 1876) a Danish poet <ref>{{cite EB1911|wstitle=Paludan-Müller,_Frederik |volume= 20 |last= Gosse |first= Edmund William |author-link= Edmund William Gosse| page = 655|short=x}}</ref>
* [[Arent Nicolai Dragsted]] (1821 in Kerteminde – 1898) a Danish goldsmith
* [[Franz Syberg]] (1904 in Kerteminde - 1955) a composer and organist at Kerteminde, 1932-1955
* Henning Ipsen (1930-1984) Danish novelist and translator
* [[Annette Strøyberg]] (1936 in Rynkeby, near Kerteminde – 2005) a Danish actress <ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0883006/ IMDb Database] retrieved 15 May 2020</ref>
* [[Torbjørn C. Pedersen]] (born 1978 in Kerteminde) a Danish traveller and adventurer

=== Sport ===
* [[Oliver Christensen]] (born 1999 in Kerteminde) a professional footballer
* [[Niels Petersen (weightlifter)|Niels Petersen]] (1918 in Kerteminde – 1966) a weightlifter, competed at the [[1948 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Jan Eli Andersen]] (born 1966 in Kerteminde) a sailor, competed at the [[1996 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Niclas Vemmelund]] (born 1992 in Kerteminde) a Danish football defender
* [[Kristoffer Lund]] (born 1999 in Kerteminde) a professional footballer

==International relations==
{{See also|List of twin towns and sister cities in Denmark}}

===Twin towns and sister cities===
Kerteminde is [[Twin towns and sister cities|twinned]] with:
* {{flagicon|NOR}} [[Forsand]], Norway
* {{flagicon|EST}} [[Loksa]], Estonia
* {{flagicon|FIN}} [[Lempäälä]], Finland
* {{flagicon|UK}} [[North Berwick]], United Kingdom
* {{flagicon|NOR}} [[Øvre Eiker]], Norway
* {{flagicon|CZE}} [[Rožnov pod Radhoštěm]], Czech Republic
* {{flagicon|GER}} [[Schwentinental]], Germany
* {{flagicon|SWE}} [[Ulricehamn]], Sweden

==See also==
* [[Korshavn, Denmark]]

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.kerteminde.dk/ Kerteminde municipality]
{{Kerteminde Municipality}}
{{Funen}}
{{Municipal seats of Denmark}}

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Rødekro

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'''Rødekro''' ({{langx|de|Rothenkrug}}) is a [[railway town]], with a population of 6,189 (1 January 2025),<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by rural and urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> in [[Aabenraa Municipality]] in [[Region of Southern Denmark]] on the [[Jutland]] peninsula in south [[Denmark]]. It is located 33 km north of the [[Denmark-Germany border]], 37 km northeast of [[Tønder]], 28 km southwest of [[Haderslev]] and 8 km northwest of [[Aabenraa]].

Rødekro was the seat of the former Rødekro Municipality ([[Danish language|Danish]], ''[[Municipalities of Denmark|kommune]]'') until 1 January 2007.

The town is served by [[Rødekro railway station|Rødekro station]] on the [[Fredericia–Padborg railway line]].

[[File:Røde Kro.JPG|thumb|260px|Hotel Røde-Kro & Restaurant]]

Hotel Røde-Kro is a [[hotel]] and [[inn]] located in the centre of the town just north of the railway station. The hotels history dates back to 1649 and it was this Inn who named the town (Rødekro means Red Inn in Danish).<ref>[https://www.visitsonderjylland.com/tourist/information/hotel-rode-kro-gdk609409 Hotel Røde-Kro] Destination Sønderjylland</ref><ref>[https://www.roede-kro.dk/en/om-roede-kro/hotellets-historie/ The history of the hotel]</ref>

==Rødekro Municipality==
The former Rødekro municipality covered an area of 202 km<sup>2</sup>, and had a total population of 11,695 (2005). Its last mayor was Tove Larsen, a member of the [[Social Democrats (Denmark)|Social Democrats]] (''Socialdemokraterne'') [[Politics of Denmark|political party]].

The municipality was created in 1970 due to a {{lang|da|kommunalreform}} ("Municipality Reform") that combined a number of existing [[parish]]es:
* [[Egvad Parish]]
* [[Hellevad Parish, Aabenraa Municipality|Hellevad Parish]]
* [[Hjordkær Parish]]
* [[Rise Parish, Aabenraa Municipality|Rise Parish]]
* [[Øster Løgum Parish]]

On 1 January 2007 Rødekro municipality ceased to exist as the result of [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal Reform 2007|''Kommunalreformen'' ("The Municipality Reform" of 2007)]]. It was merged with [[Bov municipality|Bov]], [[Lundtoft]], [[Tinglev]], and [[Aabenraa municipality|Aabenraa]] municipalities to form the new Aabenraa municipality. This created a municipality with an area of 951 km<sup>2</sup> and a total population of 60,151 (2005). The new municipality belongs to [[Region of Southern Denmark]] ("South Denmark Region").


== Notable people ==
* [[Anette Hoffmann]] (born 1971 at Egvad) a former Danish team handball player, twice team gold medallist at the [[1996 Summer Olympics|1996]] and [[2000 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Mike Andersen]] (born 1977 in Rødekro) a Danish blues and soul songwriter, guitarist, singer and bandleader
* [[René Bach]] (born 1990 in [[Hjordkær]], Rødekro) a motorcycle speedway rider, member of Denmark U-21 national team
* [[Lea Hansen (handballer)|Lea Hansen]] (born 1999 in Rødekro) a Danish handball player who currently plays for Silkeborg-Voel KFUM

==External links==
* [http://www.aabenraa.dk/sw16731.asp The new Aabenraa municipality's official website (Danish only)]{{dead link|date=November 2017 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}

==References==
<references/>
* Municipal statistics: [https://web.archive.org/web/20070812152043/http://www2.netborger.dk/Kommunefakta/ NetBorger Kommunefakta], delivered from [http://www.kmd.dk/ KMD aka Kommunedata (Municipal Data)]
* Municipal mergers and neighbors: [https://web.archive.org/web/20061208085744/http://kommune.eniro.dk/region/media/nyekommuner.shtml Eniro new municipalities map]

{{Aabenraa Municipality|state=collapsed}}
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[[Category:Cities and towns in the Region of Southern Denmark]]
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Skælskør

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{{For|the obsolete municipality|Skælskør Municipality}}
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'''Skælskør''' ({{IPA|da|skelˈskøˀɐ̯|lang}}) is a town in [[Zealand (Denmark)|Zealand]], [[Denmark]]. It is located in [[Slagelse Municipality]]. Until 2007 Skælskør was the seat of [[Skælskør Municipality]]. The town is located 17 km southwest of [[Slagelse]] and 12 km southeast of [[Korsør]]. Skælskør is home to one of Denmark's largest breweries, the [[Harboes Bryggeri A/S|Harboe Brewery]].

==History==
Skælskør was already incorporated as a market town by Valdemar II in 1240. The town's market rights were confirmed by [[Eric of Pomerania|Eric VII]] on 23 December 1414.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://ddb.byhistorie.dk/privilegier/by.asp?koebstadID=53|title=Kerteminde|language=Danish|publisher=Center for Byhistorie|access-date=16 June 2022}}</ref>

Historically Skælskør was a harbour for traffic between Zealand and [[Funen]], but [[Korsør]] took over when the harbour there was settled. Skælskør [[Inlet|Fjord]] is difficult to navigate, and was one of the last waters in Denmark that legally required a [[Maritime pilot|pilot]] on recreational boats.

==Saint Nicholas Church==

[[File:Sankt Nicolai Kirke (Skælskør) 01.JPG|thumb|250px|Saint Nicholas Church]]
Saint Nicholas Church (Danish: ''Sankt Nicolai Kirke''), also known as Skælskør Church, is located centrally in Skælskør. The earliest parts of the church were built in the beginning of the 1200s, with later extensions all built before the 1500s.

The altarpiece is from 1475. The altarpiece depicts the [[Apostles in the New Testament|apostles]] and Jesus' crucifixion. The chalice is from 1729. The baptismal font is from around 1300. The baptismal font lid is from the 1700s. The pulpit is from 1630-1631, and includes figures of Jesus' birth, baptism, walk to Calvary, crucifixion and [[Ascension of Jesus|ascension]]. The figures are separated by [[caryatid]]s. There are three church bells. They are from 1516, 1520 and 1562.

The turret clock is in iron and made by Hans Boesen in 1770.<ref>[http://danmarkskirker.natmus.dk/uploads/tx_tcchurchsearch/Soroe_0241-0264.pdf Danmarkskirker.natmus.dk] "Skælskør Kirke" Retrieved 6 September 2020</ref>

== Notable residents ==
* [[Andreas Bjørn]] (1703–1750), merchant and shipbuilder
* [[Hornung & Møller|Conrad Christian Hornung]] (1801–1873), piano maker
* [[Vilhelm Topsøe]] (1840–1881), author
* [[Haldor Topsøe (1842–1935)|Haldor Topsøe]] (1842–1935), chemist
* [[Bertel Bruun]] (1937–2011), conservationist
* [[Henrik Brodersen]] (born 1964), politician and [[Folketing|MF]]
* [[Whigfield|Sannie Charlotte Carlson]] (born 1970), singer
* [[Karsten Nielsen]] (born 1973), rower
* [[Pernille Rosenkrantz-Theil]] (born 1977), politician and MF

==References==
{{Reflist}}

{{Slagelse Municipality}}
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Aabybro

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'''Aabybro''' or '''Åbybro''' is a town in [[North Jutlandic Island|North Jutland]], Denmark. The town is the seat of [[Jammerbugt Municipality]], and is the biggest town in the municipality. Aabybro is located 17 km southwest of [[Brønderslev]], 16 km northwest of [[Aalborg]] and 30 km northeast of [[Fjerritslev]].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.jammerbugt.dk/kommunen/tal-og-fakta-om-jammerbugt-kommune/ |work=Jammerbugt.dk |title=Jammerbugt fakta |access-date=15 October 2020}}</ref>

==History==
Aabybro was a [[railway town]] from 1897 until 1969. Before the construction of the station, there was a very small settlement in the area. The station brought more traffic and expanded the town. It was a stop on the Hjørring-Løkken-Aabybro rail line, which operated between 1913 and 1963.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://danskejernbaner.dk/vis.station.php?FORLOEB_ID=606&content=Aabybro+Station+(Abr) |work=Danskejernbaner.dk |title=Aabybro Station (Abr) |access-date=14 October 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=https://danskejernbaner.dk/vis.bane.php?BANE_ID=75&content=Hj%C3%B8rring-L%C3%B8kken-Aabybro+HLA |work=Danskejernbaner.dk |title=Hjørring-Løkken-Aabybro - (HLA) |access-date=14 October 2020}}</ref>

Aabybro was formerly the seat of [[Aabybro Municipality]]. The municipality was established in 1970 and lasted until 2007, when the municipality was merged with the municipalities of [[Pandrup Municipality|Pandrup]], [[Brovst Municipality|Brovst]] and [[Fjerritslev Municipality|Fjerritslev]] to form Jammerbugt Municipality.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://denstoredanske.lex.dk/Jammerbugt_Kommune |work=Denstoredanske.lex.dk |title=Jammerbugt Kommune |access-date=15 October 2020}}</ref>

== Notable residents ==
* [[Lone Drøscher Nielsen]] (born 1964), wildlife conservationist
* [[Kasper Pedersen]] (born 1993), football player

==References==
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{{Jammerbugt Municipality}}
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[[Category:Municipal seats of Denmark]]
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Gilleleje

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'''Gilleleje''' ({{IPA|da|kiləˈlɑjə}}) is a [[fishing town]] and [[seaside resort]] on the north coast of the peninsula [[North Zealand]], [[Denmark]]. The town is located at the northernmost point of the island of [[Zealand]]. It is one of the main towns of the [[Gribskov municipality]] in [[Region Hovedstaden]] in [[Denmark]]. As of 1 January 2025, it has a population of 6,596.<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by rural and urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref>

==Etymology==
[[Image:Gilleleje harbor.jpg|left|thumb|Fishing boats in Gilleleje harbor]]
The name ''Gilleleje'' is a combination of the archaic [[Danish language|Danish]] word ''gil'', which is a [[wiktionary:crevice|crevice]] or [[wiktionary:cleft|cleft]], and ''leje'', which is a place where fishermen come in specific seasons to fish. It was probably shortened from Gilbjerg Leje, where [[Gilbjerg]] ("cleftmountain") is a rather dramatic name for a rather mundane point just west of town limits. The Danish villages ending in -leje are often from the 16th century, when seasonal fishermen began settling and regular townships appeared. Compare with the [[Swedish language|Swedish]] ending ''läge''.{{citation needed|date=July 2014}}

==History==
=== Fishing village ===
The earliest confirmed permanent residence in Gilleleje is in the early 16th century. An excavation, done in 1979 by the city museum, revealed a lot from a house under the layers of sand. The house had most likely been built shortly after 1536, as a coin was found, dated 1534-36. There were also found ceramics reminiscent of other finds, so the archeologists assumed that the [[culture layer]] was from the late 15th century. Additionally, the house was found on the address ''Fabersvej 10'' which is not the closest to the beach, and the habit was to build from the beach and inwards.

[[Image:Gilleleje kirke.jpg|thumb|Gilleleje church was inaugurated in 1538.]]
At around this time, it is also known that the village had enough financial means to build a church and hire a priest. This required considerable funds, and the general consensus, then, is that the township went from seasonal fishing to year-round fishing, and the fishermen settled down in the years surrounding 1500. Town hall has established 1488 as the "official" founding year to make celebrating easier. The church was inaugurated in 1538 by the newly ordained priest Hans Lauridtzen.

In 1588, the vassal of [[Kronborg]] made a list of the taxes that the fishermen should pay. This was one or a half barrel of cod. From this list, we can see who the earliest citizens were. There are about 70 names (a name is analogous to a house - there were probably about 500 citizens), with the surnames ''Lauritsen'', ''Rasmussen'', ''Jensen'' and ''Skomager'' being the most common. Note that [[patronymic surname]]s were the norm then, but from this, it gives an impression of what first names were in vogue among the citizens.

Aside from the fishing, the taxes allowed people to grow various types of crops south of the town, such as wheat. There was also a pasture, on which there were many cows and sheep. Most of the town was on the eastern side of the stream that came from [[Søborg]] ("Lakecastle" - ironically, the lake has since been drained and the castle is now a ruin) in the south and went out in the ocean just east of the [[drying grounds]].

Unfortunately, the influx of fishermen made hard on the fishing, and several families could not catch enough fish to both sustain a living and pay the taxes. In 1632, only 18 families were left. This stabilized the conditions somewhat, and in 1682, the number was up to 30, according to the records of [[Christian V]]. A new problem was present, though. The shifting sand would bury boats and nets, and had to be shoveled away, delaying the real work somewhat. Part of the eastern side of the town was even deserted as a few houses had gradually been buried under dunes.

South of the town was [[Nellerupgård]], the local manor, home to Carl Christian Lembach and Catrine Marie Milan (a descendant of [[Gabriel Milan]]) in the late 18th century. They owned most of the land in the area, especially after extracting "their" parts of the common pasture, letting the common citizens get the furthermost areas.

=== Fishing town and seaside resort ===
[[File:Gilleleje_1860.png|thumb|Map of Gilleleje in 1860.]]
During the 1810s and 20s, the city expanded a lot, and many new houses were built in the eastern area that had once been abandoned. A real harbor was built in 1873, where the drying ground had been. This meant larger ships and thus more jobs, making more people move to the town. In 1890, the town was at 865 households, 112 of which were fishermen. In 1896, Gilleleje was connected with the [[Rail transport in Denmark|Danish rail network]] as the Græsted–Gilleleje section of the [[Gribskov railway line]] between [[Hillerød]] and Gilleleje opened. The outer harbor was finished in 1902, and in 1916 Gilleleje was connected with [[Elsinore]] as the Hornbæk-Gilleleje section of the [[Hornbæk railway line]] was opened.<ref name="Fakta om Lokaltogs strækninger">{{Cite web |url=http://www.lokaltog.dk/lokaltog/om-lokaltog/fakta |title=Fakta om Lokaltogs strækninger |publisher=[[Lokaltog]] A/S |website=lokaltog.dk |access-date=20 July 2016 |language=da |url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161022013925/http://www.lokaltog.dk/lokaltog/om-lokaltog/fakta/ |archive-date=22 October 2016 }}</ref>

At the same time, Gilleleje developed into a [[seaside resort]] that attracted a large number of holidaymakers every year. At the turn of the century, the town thus contained a [[guest house]], a [[hotel|bathing hotel]], many [[villa]]s, a [[sanatorium]] and [[recreation|recreation home]]s.<ref>{{cite book|url=https://runeberg.org/trap/3-2/0102.html|editor=J.P. Trap|title=Kongeriget Danmark|edition=3|volume=2nd: Frederiksborg, Kjøbenhavns, Holbæk, Sorø og Præstø Amter|location=København|year=1898|page=88|language=da}}</ref>

=== World War II ===
[[File:CommemorativePlaque-GillelejeKirke RomanDeckert06082022.jpg|thumb|left|Commemorative tile, designed by Danish artist [[Gerda Thune Andersen]], on the floor at the entrance to the church. The Hebrew inscription is a quote from the [[book of Numbers]] (6, 24-26): "יברכך ה' וישמרך" ("The LORD bless you and take care of you")]]
Gilleleje continued to thrive on its fishing until 1940 when [[Occupation of Denmark|Nazi-Germany occupied Denmark]]. [[Rescue of the Danish Jews|Like most other Danes at the time]], the Gillelejere were against the oppression and helped the Jews by hiding them various places in the town. However, on 2 October 1943, the [[Gestapo]] set out to capture all [[Danish Jews]]. The Jews in Gilleleje were hidden on the church-loft, and the fishermen prepared for taking them across the sound to [[Sweden]] in their [[wiktionary:cutter|cutter]]s. They could not leave immediately, though, because of the German patrols in the street. After several days of hiding, an informer let the Germans know where the roughly 75 Jews were hiding, and they were all captured, bar a single boy who hid behind a gravestone in the cemetery. According to local lore, the priest was so mortified by the situation that he never really became normal again.

A memorable exchange resulted after the Gestapo seized Jewish families in the town. "The poor Jews!" exclaimed one villager to a Gestapo officer. When the German responded that it was "written in the Bible that this shall be their fate,” the villager retorted, “but it is not written that it has to happen in Gilleleje.”
<ref>[https://newrepublic.com/article/115670/denmark-holocaust-bo-lidegaards-countrymen-reviewed 'Denmark in the Holocaust,'] by [[Michael Ignatieff]] in [[The New Republic]]</ref>

After the occupation was over, several memorials have been put up in the town, both commemorating the Jews and the fishermen who lost their lives when colliding with sea mines.

=== Post-war period ===
[[File:Gilleleje aerial vintage photo.png|thumb|Aerial photo of Gilleleje before 1950.]]
The eastern areas (called [[Stæremosen]] - "Starling moor") that had been used for pasture became the industrial area in and around 1950, creating more jobs, meaning more newcomers.

== Economy ==
Gilleleje harbor is the 5th largest commercial fishing harbor in [[Denmark]].

==Transportation==
===Railway stations===
[[File:Gilleleje Station TRS.jpg|thumb|[[Gilleleje railway station]].]]
The [[Hornbæk railway line]] connects Gilleleje with [[Helsingør]] and the [[Gribskov railway line]] connects Gilleleje with [[Hillerød]]. [[Gilleleje railway station]] is the principal railway station of the town. The town is also served by the [[halt (railway)|railway halt]]s [[Gilleleje East railway halt|Gilleleje East]], [[Stæremosen railway halt|Stæremosen]] and [[Fjellenstrup railway halt|Fjellenstrup]].

== Notable people ==
* [[Holger Jacobsen]] (1876–1960) a Danish architect, designed his own summer house in Gilleleje in 1919
* [[Dina Birte Al-Erhayem]] (1975–2019) a Danish actress with an Iraqi background, raised in Gilleleje <ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2170173/ IMDb Database] retrieved 26 June 2020</ref>
* [[Christine Milton]] (born 1985) a Danish pop singer, songwriter and professional dancer, raised in Gilleleje <ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1340794/ IMDb Database] retrieved 26 June 2020</ref>

==Bibliography==
*[[Johannes Steenstrup]], ''De Danske Stednavne'' (1918)
*[[Palle Lauring]], ''Her Skete Det 1: Sjælland ''(1969)
*Various authors, ''Gilleleje: 1488 - 1988'' (1988)

==See also==
* [[Rågeleje]]

==References==

Hope: Entwined with a Lock of Hair. — Naomi Benaron
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
{{Commons}}
*[http://gilleleje.bynet.dk/ Gilleleje ByNet] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060107231743/http://gilleleje.bynet.dk/ |date=2006-01-07 }}

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Ringe, Denmark

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[[File:Ringe Museum1.JPG|thumb|Ringe Museum]]

'''Ringe''' is a town with a population of 6,822 (1 January 2025)<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> on [[Funen]] in central Denmark. It is the seat of [[Faaborg-Midtfyn Municipality]] and was the seat of the now abolished [[Ringe municipality]]. The main office of [[Rynkeby Foods]], a major Danish producer of [[juice]] and [[squash (drink)|squash]], is located in Ringe.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Rynkeby {{!}} Forside |url=https://www.rynkeby.dk/da/ |access-date=2022-07-28 |website=www.rynkeby.dk |language=da}}</ref>

== Landmarks ==

=== Museum ===
The Ringe Museum is the only existing museum in the town and is a vast part of its cultural history.<ref name=":0" />

In 1704, the building was constructed as a school, with many improvements and adjustments being made in 1737.<ref name=":0" /> The museum is run by Midtfyns Museumsforening and is funded by Faaborg-Midtfyn Kommune, who owns the building itself.<ref name=":0" />

The museum has two interiors (bedroom and living room), an extensive array of historical weaponry and a broad collection of tools representing numerous crafts.<ref name=":0" /> It hosts many exhibitions often, showcasing the museum's collection.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Ringe Museum |url=https://www.ringemuseum.dk/ |access-date=2022-07-26 |website=www.ringemuseum.dk}}</ref>

=== Church ===
The town is home to the Ringe Church, which was constructed around the year 1200.<ref name=":2" /> The church itself has an armory, altar, pulpit, [[baptismal font]], burial chapel, an organ, a broad set of art, and memorial plaques and stones.<ref name=":2" /> Today, it is home to many activities, such as musical performances, wedding parades, and baptisms.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |title=Det sker i Ringe Kirke |url=https://www.ringekirke.dk/ |access-date=2022-07-26 |website=Ringe Sogn |language=da}}</ref>

The church tower is under renovation since 25 April 2021.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Renovering af kirketårn i 2021 |url=https://www.ringekirke.dk/page/94/renovering-af-kirket%C3%A5rn-i-2021 |access-date=2022-07-26 |website=Ringe Sogn |language=da}}</ref>

=== Lake ===
The Ringe Sø is a popular attraction in the town.<ref name=":1" /> It is a shallow lake home to numerous species, such as the [[Red-necked grebe]], [[Eurasian coot]], [[Common moorhen]], [[Mallard]], and [[Greylag goose]].<ref name=":1" />

After the [[Last Glacial Period|last glacial period]] ended, a glacier from Munen melted and formed the lake.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=Christensen |first=Jens |last2=Albertsen |first2=Niels |date=2022 |title=Ringe Sø DK.pdf |url=https://api.www.visitfaaborg.dk/sites/visitfaaborg.com/files/2020-01/Ringe%20S%C3%B8%20DK.pdf}}</ref>

== Notable people ==
* [[Jens Laursøn Emborg]] (born 1876 in Ringe – 1957) an organist and composer
* [[Erik Eriksen]] (born 1902 in Brangstrup – 1972) 15th [[Prime Minister of Denmark]], 1950–1953
* [[Aksel Bender Madsen]] (born 1916 in Ringe – 2000) a [[Danish modern]] furniture designer
*[[Egon Madsen]] (born 1942) dancer
* [[Henriette Bonde-Hansen]] (born 1963 in Rudme) a Danish operatic soprano
* [[Anne Sofie Madsen]] (born 1979 in Ringe) an avant-garde fashion designer

=== Sport ===
* [[Johannes Gandil]] (born 1873 in Ringe – 1956) an amateur footballer, team silver medallist at the [[1908 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Palle Lykke]] (born 1936 in Ringe – 2013) a cyclist, competed at the [[1956 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Thierry Tribondeau]] (born 1962 in Ringe) a French bobsledder
* [[Ann Spejlsgaard]] (born 1978 in Ringe) a sport shooter, selected for the [[2004 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Niclas Kirkeløkke]] (born 1994 in Ringe) a handball player

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
{{commons-inline|Category:Ringe (Midtfyn)|Ringe}}
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20080726054125/http://www.faaborgmidtfyn.dk/ Faaborg-Midtfyn municipality]
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Slangerup

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'''Slangerup''' is a town in [[Frederikssund Municipality]], about 30 km north-west of central [[Copenhagen]], in the [[Region Hovedstaden|Capital Region]] of Denmark.

==The town of Slangerup==
The town was established by the [[Viking]] Slangir at the time of [[Harold I of Denmark|Harald Bluetooth]]. King [[Eric I of Denmark]] (ca. 1070-July 1103), was born in Slangerup. In the 13th century the town was the scene of activities involving both [[Absalon|Bishop Absalon]] and [[Valdemar I of Denmark|Valdemar the Great]]. [[Thomas Kingo]] grew up and was priest in the town during the 17th century.

==The municipality of Slangerup==
Until 1 January 2007, Slangerup was also a municipality covering an area of 46 km² with a total population of 9,237 (2005). Slangerup Municipality ceased as a result of the [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal Reform 2007|2007 Municipal Reform]] (''Kommunalreformen''), being merged into Frederikssund municipality along with [[Jægerspris]] and [[Skibby]] municipalities. This created a municipality with an area of 260 km² and a total population of ca. 44,140.

==Sport==
[[Slangerup Speedway Klub]] is situated on the west side of the town at Hørup Skovvej 5A. They race at the [[Slangerup Speedway Center]].

==Notable people==
* [[Eric I of Denmark]] (ca.1060 in Slangerup – 1103) also known as Eric the Good
* [[Thomas Kingo]] (1634 at Slangerup – 1703 in Odense) a Danish bishop, poet and hymn-writer born
* [[Jesper Hoffmeyer]] (born 1942 in Slangerup) emeritus professor at the University of Copenhagen Institute of Biology, leading figure in [[biosemiotics]]
* [[Peter Beier]] (born 1965 in Slangerup) founded the eponymous Danish premium chocolate manufacturing and retailing company in 1996
* [[Jesper Hansen (footballer, born 1985)|Jesper Hansen]] (born 1985 in Slangerup) a Danish football goalkeeper for [[Lyngby BK]], 340 club caps

==References==
{{Reflist}}
* Municipal statistics: [https://web.archive.org/web/20070812152043/http://www2.netborger.dk/Kommunefakta/ NetBorger Kommunefakta], delivered from [http://www.kmd.dk/ KMD aka Kommunedata (Municipal Data)]
* Municipal mergers and neighbors: [https://web.archive.org/web/20061208085744/http://kommune.eniro.dk/region/media/nyekommuner.shtml Eniro new municipalities map]

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*[http://www.frederikssund.dk Website for the new municipality]

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Faaborg

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'''Faaborg''' or '''Fåborg''' ({{IPA|da|ˈfʌˌpɒˀ|lang}}) is an old port town located on [[Faaborg Fjord]] in [[Faaborg-Midtfyn municipality]] on the island of [[Funen]] in [[Denmark]]. By road, Faaborg is located {{convert|42|km}} southwest of [[Odense]], {{convert|27|km}} west-northwest of [[Svendborg]], and roughly {{convert|70|km}} southeast of [[Middelfart]], depending upon the route.<ref>{{Google maps | url = https://maps.google.com/maps?ll=55.1,10.233333&q=55.1,10.233333&hl=en&t=h&z=12| access-date =12 July 2014}}</ref> It has a population of 6,763 (1 January 2025).<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> With its busy port, narrow streets and attractive old houses, the town is popular with tourists, particularly in the summer months. Faaborg was formerly the seat of [[Faaborg municipality]]. The seat of the new municipality is [[Ringe, Denmark|Ringe]]. Both municipalities use(d) Faaborg's medieval [[coat of arms]].

==History==
[[File:Faaborg Dyreborg.jpg|thumb|left|Dyreborg close to Faaborg in 1910]]
Faaborg is first mentioned as ''Foburgh''<ref name=lexopen>{{cite web|url=http://lexopen.dk/by/f/Faaborg.html|title=Faaborg|publisher=Lex Open|access-date=12 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref> in a document located in the [[Archives nationales (France)|French National Archives]] in [[Paris]] dated 25 June 1229. It is a deed of gift that gives Faaborg and the south of Funen as a [[Dower|morning present]] to [[Eleanor of Portugal, Queen of Denmark|Eleanor of Portugal]], from [[Valdemar II of Denmark|Valdemar II]] to his daughter-in-law.<ref>{{cite encyclopedia|url=http://www.denstoredanske.dk/Danmarks_geografi_og_historie/Danmarks_geografi/Fyn/Faaborg|title=Faaborg|encyclopedia=Den Store Danske|access-date=12 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref> It is mentioned as a castle (Foburgh meaning Fox Castle), so it must have existed before this date.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.visitfaaborgmidtfyn.com/ln-int/faaborg/faaborg-idyllic-and-hollihocks|title=Faaborg is idyllic and with hollihocks!|publisher=Visit Faaborg Midtfyn|access-date=12 July 2014 }}</ref> However, this date has been used as the birth date of Faaborg and thus the town celebrated its 775th anniversary in 2004.<ref name="Fåborg2004">{{cite book|author=Fåborg|title=Faaborg by's 775 års jubilæum|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=FXipPgAACAAJ|year=2004|publisher=Ugeavisen Faaborg}}</ref>

Although it is not known when the settlement was established, it appears Faaborg had already received privileges as a market town in the 13th century. Located on a promontory surrounded by water on three sides, the site was further protected by a moat and a town wall. Around 1477, a monastery was established which over the years acquired most of the property in the town and its surroundings. After the [[Danish Reformation|Reformation]] it was used for a time as a hospital until it was finally demolished. The monastery chapel became the parish church.<ref name=lexopen/><ref name=dcbh>{{cite web|url=http://dendigitalebyport.byhistorie.dk/koebstaeder/by.aspx?koebstadID=7|title=Faaborg|publisher=Dansk Center for Byhistorie|access-date=12 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref>

In the 16th and 17th centuries, Faaborg had to compete with a considerable amount of illegal trading from other settlements along the coast. In the mid-17th century, it suffered even more from the effects of the [[Dano-Swedish War (1657–58)|Swedish Wars]] but it began to prosper as an important port in the 18th century. Corn was exported to Norway and trade increased with the Grand Duchies of [[Schleswig]] and [[Holstein]]. By the 1890s, ships from Faaborg sailed as far as the Mediterranean. In the 19th century, the United Kingdom replaced Norway as the main trading partner and, in the second half of the century, trade extended to China and Australia. By the end of the century, there had been a huge increase in population (from 1,000 to 4,000) and a number of light industries had been established. Many of the new inhabitants came from [[Schleswig]] and [[Holstein]] after these had been lost to Germany. They included many Jews who made Faaborg Funen's most Jewish community with its own synagogue.<ref name="Olsen2010">{{cite book|last=Olsen|first=Søren|title=Danmark - 4.000 oplevelser - historie/kultur/natur|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=enpsZFbB6CwC&pg=PA317|year=2010|publisher=Gyldendal A/S|isbn=978-87-02-07737-7|pages=317–}}</ref> With 50 employees, Dansk Vin- og Konservesfabrik (wine and canning) was the main business but traditional crafts and trading continued while the harbour was also enlarged. Steamship links with Copenhagen and Southern Jutland were established and in the 1880s railway connections were ensured with the other towns on the island.<ref name=dcbh/>

Growth was more modest in the 20th century in the face of competition from [[Odense]] and [[Svendborg]]. A few new industries emerged in food processing and metal working but tourism and services became the leading areas of growth. By 2007, Faaborg had 7,318 inhabitants.<ref name=dcbh/>

==Landmarks==
[[File:06-10-25-x6 Hellingåndskirken, Faaborg (Fyn).jpg|thumb|Faaborg Church (''Helligåndskirken'')]]

The harbour, old streets, historic mansions and town houses all make Faaborg a pleasant city for visitors. Its many restaurants serve a wide variety of Danish and foreign dishes.<ref name=maersk/> Plougs Gård on Vestergade, built around 1790, is one of the finest buildings in the town with its [[Neoclassical architecture|Neoclassical]] facade. Jesper Ploug made his fortune in shipping during the [[American Wars of Independence]] (1776—1783).<ref name="Olsen2010"/>

Faaborg Church (''Helligåndskirken'') is an old monastery church dating from 1477. It formed the south wing of the now demolished Helligåndskloster belonging to the [[Order of the Holy Ghost]] from which it gets its name. Its considerable size makes it a local landmark: {{convert|46|m|abbr=on}} long by {{convert|19|m|abbr=on}} wide.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.visitfaaborgmidtfyn.dk/danmark/faaborg-kirke-helligaandskirken-gdk613849 |title=Faaborg Kirke, Helligåndskirken |publisher=Visit Faaborg |access-date=12 July 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140714153418/http://www.visitfaaborgmidtfyn.dk/danmark/faaborg-kirke-helligaandskirken-gdk613849 |archive-date=14 July 2014 |df=dmy }}</ref> The chancel and three-sided east gable were completed in 1490, the nave and southern aisle followed around 1510 and a northern aisle was added shortly thereafter. After its vaulting in 1681, it resembled a basilica. Restoration work was carried out in 1858 and 1902.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://danmarkskirker.natmus.dk/uploads/tx_tcchurchsearch/Svendborg_0611-0778.pdf|title=Faaborg: Helligåndskirken|publisher=Danmsrks Kirker: National Museet|access-date=12 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref> The church has no tower but the tower of the now demolished Saint Nicholas Church (1450) serves as its belfry.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nordenskirker.dk/Tidligere/Faaborg_kirke/Faaborg_kirke.htm|title=Fåborg kirke|publisher=Nordens kirker |access-date=12 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref>

Faaborg Museum holds one of Denmark's most important art collections with works by the [[Funen Painters]] including [[Jens Birkholm]], [[Peter Hansen (painter)|Peter Hansen]], [[Johannes Larsen]], and [[Anna Syberg|Anna]] and [[Fritz Syberg]]. It also displays some of the finest works of sculptor [[Kai Nielsen (sculptor)|Kai Nielsen]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.visitfaaborgmidtfyn.dk/danmark/faaborg-museum-for-fynsk-malerkunst-gdk613725 |title=Faaborg Museum for Fynsk Malerkunst |publisher=Visit Faaborg |access-date=12 July 2014 |language=da |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140715001040/http://www.visitfaaborgmidtfyn.dk/danmark/faaborg-museum-for-fynsk-malerkunst-gdk613725 |archive-date=15 July 2014 |df=dmy }}</ref> ''Den gamle Gård'' on Holkegade provides insights into the town's cultural history, with exhibits depicting life in the 18th and 19th centuries.<ref name=maersk>{{cite web |url=http://www.maerskbrokeragency.com/DENMARK/FAABORG/TOURIST_INFORMATION.aspx |title=Faaborg tourist information |publisher=Mærsk Broker Agency |access-date=13 July 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130123105953/http://www.maerskbrokeragency.com/DENMARK/FAABORG/TOURIST_INFORMATION.aspx |archive-date=23 January 2013 |df=dmy }}</ref>
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Faaborg Harbour, with its centrally placed marina, attracts about 13,000 pleasure boats each year thanks to its attractive location for the South Funen Archipelago.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.visitfaaborgmidtfyn.com/ln-int/danmark/faaborg-harbour-gdk613844|title=Faaborg Harbour|publisher=Visit Faaborg|access-date=12 July 2014 }}</ref> It is frequently visited by vintage schooners and yachts of all sizes. The port is also used by fishing boats and commercial vessels.<ref name=maersk/>

A new waterpark, Faaborg Harbor Bath, was completed in 2014.<ref>{{cite news | url=http://startouch.thestar.com/screens/57214df9-d6f0-4e7f-84cc-b53b188e3742%7C_0.html | title=Desolate Danish port transforms into a hangout hot spot | newspaper=Toronto Star | date=12 November 2016 | first=Georgie | last=Binks}}</ref>

Nearby attractions include [[Egeskov Castle]], [[Hvedholm Castle]] and [[Horne Church]].

==Transport==
[[Faaborg Rutebilstation]], a former railway station built in 1882, now serves as a bus station for [[FynBus]]. There are regular ferry links from Faaborg to the islands of [[Bjørnø]], [[Lyø]], [[Avernakø]] and [[Ærø]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Europe/Denmark/Fyns_Amt/Faborg-163931/Transportation-Faborg-TG-C-1.html|title=Fåborg Transportation|publisher=Virtual Tourist|access-date=13 July 2014 }}</ref>

==Notable people==
[[File:Peter Hansen, Faaborg Museums indvielse, 1910-1912, 67 , Faaborg Museum.jpg|thumb|Peter Hansen: ''Inauguration of Faaborg Museum'' (1911)]]

Faaborg is closely associated with the [[Funen Painters]] (''Fynboerne'') including:
* [[Fritz Syberg]], (1862—1939)
* [[Johannes Larsen]], (1867–1961)
* [[Peter Hansen (painter)|Peter Hansen]], (1868—1928)
* [[Jens Birkholm]] (1869–1915)
* [[Anna Syberg]], (1870—1914)
* [[Alhed Larsen]], (1872—1927)

=== Other notables ===
[[File:Anna Syberg at her easel , 1910.jpg|140px|thumb|Anna Syberg at her easel by Fritz Syberg, 1910]]
[[File:Eiler Rasmussen Eilersen by Budtz Müller & Co..jpg|thumb|140px|Eiler Rasmussen Eilersen, 1884]]
* [[Christian Febiger]] (1749 in Fåborg – 1796), an American Revolutionary War commander.<ref>{{Cite Appletons'|wstitle= Febiger, Christian |volume = II |page = 424-425 |short= 1}}</ref>
* [[Jens Peter Møller]] (1783 in Faaborg – 1854), a Danish landscape painter
* [[Marie Staal]] (1806 in Faaborg - 1871), a Norwegian-Danish stage actor
* [[Carl Dahl]] (1812 in Faaborg — 1865), a marine painter during the [[Danish Golden Age]]
* [[Eiler Rasmussen Eilersen]] (1827 in Østerby – 1912), a Danish landscape painter
* [[Niels Moeller Lund]] (1863 in Faaborg — 1916), an impressionist artist, grew up in [[Newcastle-upon-Tyne]]
* [[Ulrik Hendriksen]] (1891 in Faaborg – 1960), a Danish-Norwegian painter
* [[Harald Christensen (resistance member)|Harald Christensen]] (1915 in Faaborg – executed in 1945), a member of the [[Danish resistance movement]]
* [[Gunnar Dyrberg]] (1921 in Faaborg – 2012), a member of the [[Danish resistance movement]]
* [[Rasmus Nellemann]] (1923 in Millinge – 2004), a Danish painter and illustrator of many abstract postage stamp designs
* [[Uffe Haagerup]] (1949–2015), a Danish mathematician, brought up and lived in Faaborg

=== Sport ===
* [[Aage Madsen]] (1883 in Faaborg – 1937), a tennis player, competed in the [[1912 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Aksel Bonde]] (1918 in Faaborg – 1996), a rower, team silver medallist at the [[1948 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Ib Storm Larsen]] (1925 in Faaborg – 1991), a Danish rower, team silver medallist at the [[1948 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Lasse Norman Hansen]] (born 1992 in Faaborg), a professional road and track racing cyclist, gold medallist at the [[2012 Summer Olympics]]

==Gallery==
<gallery mode=packed>
Image:Denmark-Faaborg former railroad station.jpg|The old railway station, now for buses
Image:Faaborg1.jpg|Faaborg Marina
Image:Faaborg2.jpg|Half-timbered house
Image:Faaborg3.jpg|Bell tower
Image:Faaborg4.jpg|Narrow street
Image:Faaborg Vesterport.jpg|Town gate
Image:Faaborg6.jpg|View to the north
Image:Helligåndskirken Faaborg.JPG|Faaborg Church
</gallery>

==References==
{{Reflist}}

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Ebeltoft

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'''Ebeltoft''' is an old port town on the central east coast of [[Denmark]] with a population of 7,287 (1 January 2025).<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> It is located in [[Syddjurs municipality]] in [[Region Midtjylland]] on the larger [[Djursland]] peninsula of [[Jutland]].

Ebeltoft is known for its old town center with cobble-stoned streets and centuries-old half-timbered houses. Plans for the conservation of this peculiar environment, was initiated in the 1960s by the city council and the [[National Museum of Denmark]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.syddjurs.dk/borger/byggeri-bolig-og-planer/byggeri-og-byggetilladelse/saerligt-ebeltoft-midtby|title=Særligt for Ebeltoft midtby|publisher=Syddjurs Kommune|language=da|access-date=7 December 2015}}</ref> Apart from this overall old-village charm, Ebeltoft holds several other notable institutions such as [[Glasmuseet Ebeltoft]], one of the world's first glass museums, [[Jylland (ship)|Fregatten Jylland]], the longest wooden warship in the world and the [[European Film College]], offering short and long courses in film making, especially for young people.

== Tourism ==
Ebeltoft and the surrounding countryside is one of the tourist centres of Denmark, with many summer houses and rentals, a [[marina]], a golf course and many child-friendly beaches. In spite of its relatively small size, Ebeltoft is quite lively, especially in the summer season. The population soars in June, July, and August - but all year round, there are many more people staying here than the official number of inhabitants suggests. This is due to the Danish phenomenon of '[[Summer house|summer houses]]' (holiday homes): most are made of wood but often quite luxurious, and there are several thousand in this area. The tourism, the old traditions of trade in this harbour town, and the international schools in the area probably explain why most people in this small town are open-minded and friendly towards foreigners. The town is, generally speaking, also well-to-do. Quite a few people work in the city of [[Aarhus]], which is only 50 km away by road and so within commuting distance. The [[Aarhus Airport]] is just 15 km by road to the north.

Ebeltoft itself offers fewer and fewer opportunities for employment. Several large companies that used to employ unskilled labour are now closed; traditional trades, such as fishing and farming are diminishing rapidly; and the ferry line, [[Mols-linien]], has moved quite a few of its employees to the ferry port of Aarhus. However, the town is popular with artisans, such as glass workers, potters, painters, and jewellery designers. The [[Glasmuseet Ebeltoft]], which shows contemporary glass art from all over the world, was established in 1985 by Ebeltoft glass artists [[Finn Lynggaard]] and his wife, Tchai Munch. The many general stores and supermarkets - as well as hotels, restaurants, and bars - offer opportunities to make a living.

== Surroundings ==
Around Ebeltoft lie few small towns such as [[Fuglsø]] and [[Knebel, Denmark|Knebel]] on the [[Mols|Mols Peninsula]]. Just south of the town is the holiday resort of Øer.<ref>[http://ebeltoft.dayz.dk/ Øer Maritime Ferieby]</ref> In 2009 the large [[Mols Bjerge National Park]] was inaugurated and it includes the town of Ebeltoft.

== Gallery ==
<gallery mode=packed heights=170>
Ebeltoft gl. bydel.JPG|Street view from the old town center of Ebeltoft.
File:Overgade, Ebeltoft 2008.jpg|Cobblestone streets and old half-timbered houses.
File:08-10-06-m3-Ebeltoft (Syddjurs).jpg|Ebeltoft Church
WalEbel.jpg|Ebeltoft marina
</gallery>

== Some regional attractions ==
* [[Djurs Sommerland]] - outdoor amusement park
* [[Randers Tropical Zoo]]
* [[Kattegatcentret]] – aquarium, fish, (large) sharks, seals
* Fjord- og Kystcentret / Visit Center at Randers Fjord – exhibitions, guided tours, etc.
* Dansk Motor- og Maskinsamling – The Engine Collection, Scandinavia’s largest stationary engine collection
* [[Gammel Estrup Manor|Landbrugsmuseet]], Gl. Estrup/ The Agriculture Museum at Gl. Estrup - agricultural museum including extensive gardens with traditional vegetables and crops
* [[Gammel Estrup Manor|Herregårdsmuseet]] Gl. Estrup/ The Manor Museum, Gl. Estrup
* Munkholm Zoo – zoo aimed at families with small children
* [[Ree Park]] – exotic zoo in a hilly countryside
* [[Skandinavisk Dyrepark]]/ Scandinavian animal park – zoo, Scandinavian animals
* [[Glasmuseet Ebeltoft|Glasmuseet]] – contemporary glass museum.
* [[Fregatten Jylland]] – Frigate ''Jutland'' – one of world's largest wooden warships
* [[Kalø Castle]] – a 700-year-old ruined castle on a peninsula
* Kalø Veteranbiltræf / Kaloe Veteran Car Meet, Tuesdays

== Notable people ==
[[File:Anna Sophie von der Hude 1858-1934.jpg|thumb|140px|Anna Sophie von der Hude, 1904]]
* [[Knud Nielsen Benstrup]] (born 1692 in Ebeltoft) a Danish naval officer and shipbuilder at the Royal Danish naval shipyards; court martialled and imprisoned
* [[Otto Mønsted]] (1838 in Lyngsbækgård on Mols near Ebeltoft - 1916) an industrialist and margarine manufacturer
* [[Poul la Cour]] (1846 in Ebeltoft – 1908) a scientist and inventor; did early work on wind power
* [[Hack Kampmann]] (1856 in Ebeltoft -1920), architect; best known work is [[Marselisborg Palace]]
* [[Anna Hude]] (1858 in Ebeltoft – 1934) the first Danish woman to graduate as a historian (1887) and to become a [[Doctor of Philosophy]]
* [[Olga Knudsen]] (1865 in Følle near Ebeltoft –1947) a politician and women's rights activist
* [[Prince Viggo, Count of Rosenborg]] (1893 – 1970 in Ebeltoft) a Danish prince
* [[Troels Kløvedal]] (1943–2018) an author, long-distance sailor and lecturer based in Ebeltoft
* [[Anders Eldrup]] (born 1948 in Ebeltoft) a businessman and politician, CEO of [[DONG Energy]]
* [[Sally Laird]] (1956–2010), British writer, editor and translator, moved to Ebeltoft in 1993<ref>{{cite news |last1=Kellaway |first1=Kate |title=Sally Laird obituary: Writer and translator of Russian literature |url=https://www.theguardian.com/world/2010/aug/10/sally-laird-obituary |access-date=16 May 2023 |work=The Guardian |date=10 August 2010}}</ref>
*[[Armen Adamjan]] (born 1989 or 1990), lived in Ebeltoft between ages 3-13<ref name="TV 2 Østjylland 7 April 2023">{{cite news|last1=Juhl Jørgensen |first1=Kathrine |title=Han deler ud af rengøringstips - nu følger flere millioner med |url=https://www.tv2ostjylland.dk/aarhus/han-deler-ud-af-rengoeringstips-nu-foelger-flere-millioner-med |access-date=27 September 2024 |work=[[TV 2 Østjylland]] |date=7 April 2023 |language=da}}</ref>
=== Sport ===
* [[Troels Rasmussen]] (born 1961 in Ebeltoft) a former football goalkeeper with 346 club caps and 35 for [[Denmark national football team|Denmark]]
* [[Peter Degn]] (born 1977 in Ebeltoft) a former footballer with 222 clubs caps, now owns a pub in Ebeltoft

==References==
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==External links==
{{Wikivoyage|Ebeltoft}}
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* [https://web.archive.org/web/20070428212805/http://www.syddjurs.dk/ Official municipality website]
* [http://www.ebeltoftby.dk Ebeltoft By] Tourist information
* [http://www.glasmuseet.dk Glass museum website]
* [http://www.fregatten-Jylland.dk Fregatten Jylland website]

{{Syddjurs Municipality}}
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Hammel

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}}'''Hammel''' is a town in central [[Denmark]] with a population of 7,234 (1 January 2025),<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by rural and urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> and a former [[railway town]] at the [[Aarhus]]-Hammel-[[Thorsø, Denmark|Thorsø]] railroad which was closed in 1956. The town is located in [[Favrskov municipality]] in [[Jutland]]. Until 1 January 2007 it was also the site of the municipal council of the now former [[Hammel Municipality]].

== History ==
Hammel first saw significant settlement in the 13th century.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|last=Larsen|first=Christian|date=1 November 2019|title=Hammels Historie|url=https://trap.lex.dk/Hammels_historie|access-date=12 March 2024|website=Trap Danmark|language=da}}</ref> The town was recorded as "Hamel" in 1479 and "Hammell" in 1596. The etymology of the town's name is believed to derive from the [[old Danish]] term "hamal", meaning "hill".<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|last=Stelzner|first=Knud|date=24 May 2017|title=Hammel|url=https://denstoredanske.lex.dk/Hammel|access-date=12 March 2024|website=[[Den Store Danske]]|language=da}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=1 November 2019|title=Hammel|url=https://trap.lex.dk/Hammel|access-date=12 March 2024|website=Trap Danmark|language=da}}</ref>

Hammel was not significantly larger than the other settlements in the area until the 1860s. In the first half of the 19th century, the village had about 11 farms and 40 houses which belonged to the count of [[Frijsenborg]].<ref name=":0" /> Its expansion was the result of several initiatives taken by the count, who sought to transform the village into a market-town.<ref name=":2">{{Cite book|url=http://danmarkskirker.natmus.dk/uploads/tx_tcchurchsearch/Aarhus_3443-3496.pdf|title=Danmarks Kirker|year=1990–1991|edition=16th|volume=7|pages=3443–3496|language=da|chapter=Hammel Kirke: Gjern Herrred}}</ref> Through his influence, the local court building for the judicial district of Frijsenborg-Favrskov was established in the town in 1837. By 1900, a prison, pharmacy, hotel, post office, technical school, primary school, hospital school and industrial factories had opened in the town.<ref name=":0" />

By 1902, the town had a population of over 1,200. That year, Hammel station was designed by architect [[Heinrich Wenck]] and opened as the terminus of the Hammel-Aarhus Railway.<ref name=":0" /> The rail line was extended in 1914 to Thorsø, though the number of passengers traveling from Thorsø to Hammel was never profitable.<ref name=":1" /> Nevertheless, the railway connection in Hammel turned it into a [[railway town]], and its population expanded.<ref name=":0" /> By 1916 Hammel had a population of 1,513, and by 1955 had 2,282.<ref>Folketællingen 1916, p. 69.</ref><ref>Folketællingen 1955, p. 14.</ref> The entire railway line closed in 1956 and parts have since been preserved as a walking path.<ref name=":0" /> Wenck's original station building still stands at Torvegade 9.
[[File:HammelØstergade.jpg|thumb|Østergade, 2016.]]
For much of its history, Hammel was a [[Parish (Denmark)|parish]] within the jurisdiction of Gjern [[Hundred (county division)|Herred]]. Following the [[1970 Danish Municipal Reform]] the town beceame the seat of [[Hammel Municipality]]. The municipality was dissolved in the [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal reform of 2007|municipal reform of 2007]], and today Hammel lies with [[Favrskov Municipality]].<ref name=":0" />

== Religion ==
[[File:Hammel Kirke1.JPG|thumb|Hammel Church, 2009.]]
Hammel Church was originally constructed in the [[Romanesque architecture|romanesque]] style c. 1100. Its [[nave]] and part of the [[Choir (architecture)|choir]] date to the 12th century, while the tower was added in the 17th and altered in the 19th century.<ref name=":2" /> In 1558, the king ordered that the nearby Jernit Church be demolished and its possessions be transferred to Hammel, thus expanding the size of Hammel's [[Parish (Denmark)|parish]].<ref>{{Cite book|url=http://danmarkskirker.natmus.dk/uploads/tx_tcchurchsearch/Aarhus_3497-3498_01.pdf|title=Danmarks Kirker|year=1990–1991|edition=16th|volume=7|pages=3497–3498|language=da|chapter=Jernit Kirke: Hammel Sogn}}</ref><ref name=":2" /> Today, the church is considered a [[road church]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=Vejkirker of Andre Åbne Kirker|url=http://www.kirkefondet.dk/fileadmin/filer/Billeder/Vejkirke/vejk_jyl11_web.pdf|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304215551/http://www.kirkefondet.dk/fileadmin/filer/Billeder/Vejkirke/vejk_jyl11_web.pdf|archive-date=4 March 2016|website=Kirkefondet|language=da}}</ref>

== Notable people ==
* Dr. Timen Stiddem (born 1610 in Hammel), a prominent citizen and doctor in [[Wilmington, Delaware]], arrived in [[New Sweden]] in 1654 and is recorded as the first physician in Delaware
* [[Johan Bartholdy]] (1853 in Hammel–1904), an organist, composer, singing teacher, conductor and author
* [[Chris Anker Sørensen]] (born 1984 in Hammel–2021), a Danish professional road bicycle racer
* [[Gitte Sunesen]] (born 1971 in Hammel), a former handball player and gold medallist at the [[1996 Summer Olympics]]

==References==
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==External links==
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{{Favrskov Municipality}}
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Billund, Denmark

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'''Billund''' ({{IPA|da|ˈpiˌlɔnˀ}}) is a town in [[Jutland]], Denmark. With a population of 7,484 ({{asof|2025|01|01|df=y|lc=y}}), Billund is the second largest town in [[Billund Municipality]], behind the municipal seat of [[Grindsted]]. It is located approximately {{convert|13|km|mi|abbr=off|sp=us}} east of Grindsted and {{convert|27|km|mi|abbr=off|sp=us}} west of [[Vejle]].

Billund is the home of [[the Lego Group]]'s head office. The town's economy developed from the 1930s when the Lego factory was established. In the 1960s, Billund grew rapidly, driven by the success of the company and the opening of [[Billund Airport]], which is the second largest airport in Denmark.

Located in the town is the first [[Legoland]] theme park, [[Legoland Billund Resort]], which opened in 1968 and attracts two million tourists per year. Other tourist attractions include [[Lalandia]], the largest water park in Scandinavia, [[Wow Park]], an outdoors park featuring Denmark's longest freefall slide, and an experience centre named [[Lego House (Billund)|Lego House]].

==History==
Billund has long been part of the parish of Grene Kirke ("Grove Church") whose original [[Romanesque architecture|Romanesque]] building was first mentioned in 1291. The town's name was first mentioned as "Byllundt" in 1454<ref name=":2" /> and later as "Billund" in 1510 and "Billundt" in 1610. The name combines the words ''bee'' and ''grove'', meaning a grove with bees.<ref name=":7">{{Cite web |title=Billund {{!}} lex.dk |url=https://trap.lex.dk/Billund |access-date=2023-03-27 |website=Trap Danmark |language=da}}</ref>

In the mid-19th century, Billund consisted of just eight farms. One building incorporated an inn and a grocery store. By 1875, a blacksmith had been introduced. The town continued to develop with the establishment of a cooperative dairy in 1888 and a utility association in 1894.<ref name=":6">{{Cite web |title=Billunds historie {{!}} lex.dk |url=https://trap.lex.dk/Billunds_historie |access-date=2023-03-27 |website=Trap Danmark |language=da}}</ref>

In 1880, the town's first windmill was built on the road between [[Vejle]] and [[Varde]]. In 1895, the mill burned to the ground but was rebuilt in 1897, this time in the style of Dutch windmills.

In the early 20th century, the town's infrastructure was further developed with the establishment of a telephone line from Vejle in 1902 and an electricity plant in 1917. A road was built through the town and a railway line was built from Vejle to Billund and later extended to [[Grindsted]] in 1914.<ref name=":6" />

[[File:Billund dom 1.jpg|thumb|Family home of Ole Kirk Christiansen on Hovedgaden<ref>{{Cite web |last=Thorø|first=Marianne|date=6 December 2018|title=LEGO-løverne har forladt Billund|url=http://billundonline.dk/lego-loeverne-har-forladt-billund/|access-date=2023-02-12|website=Billund Online}}</ref>]]
In 1916, [[Ole Kirk Christiansen]], who later founded [[The Lego Group]], bought Billund Machine Joinery and Carpentry Business from master carpenter Steffen Pedersen, who had originally founded it in 1895. The business constructed houses during the summer and produced furniture in the winter.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=The Disastrous Backstory Behind the Invention of LEGO Bricks |url=https://www.history.com/news/the-disastrous-backstory-behind-the-invention-of-lego-bricks |access-date=12 February 2023 |website=History}}</ref><ref name=":3">{{Cite book |last=Konzack |first=Lars |title=LEGO Studies: Examining the Building Blocks of a Transmedial Phenomenon |publisher=Routledge |year=2014 |pages=2}}</ref> He invested in the town, creating a new dairy and the Skjoldbjerg church a few miles south of town.

In 1924, after his house and workshop burned down, Kirk Christiansen built a house at Hovedgaden in Billund with two stone lions placed at the entrance.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Løver {{!}} Skulpturpark Billund |url=https://skulpturpark-billund.dk/l%C3%B8ver |access-date=2023-02-19 |website=skulpturpark-billund.dk}}</ref><ref name=":3" /> Due to the impact of the [[Great Depression]], people in the town were unable to afford to build houses, so in 1932, he began producing utility items such as ironing boards, stepladders and miniature toys.<ref name=":3" /> The toys became the main product of the business and in 1934, he named the toy factory "Lego".<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |title=LEGO Koncernen 1932- |url=https://danmarkshistorien.dk/vis/materiale/lego-koncernen-1932-2012 |access-date=2023-02-19 |website=Aarhus Universitet |language=da}}</ref>

In the late 1930s Billund experienced growth due to the factories and began to build waterworks, a gymnasium, and the town hall, though the local power station was closed and relocated.

In 1942, during the [[Nazi German]] [[Denmark in World War II|occupation of Denmark]] in [[World War II]], the old Lego factory was destroyed by fire, but a new one was immediately erected.<ref name=":0" /> In 1946, the railway track from Grindsted was extended to the Lego factory. In the same year, the Lego company purchased a plastic moulding machine from an English company. Plastic Lego bricks were first released from the factory in 1949 and near the end of the 1950s wooden toys had fallen out of favour.<ref name=":4" />

The 1950s saw a continued growth in the town's population, which had risen from 249 residents in 1930 to 418 by 1950. This growth resulted in further expansion of the town with the construction of detached houses. In addition, Billund Housing Association was founded and, in 1953, created the first affordable housing on Ole Kirks Vej and Tværvej. In 1957, the railway station was closed.<ref name=":6" />

In 1961, the old village school was expanded by joining it with a modern school building to form Billund School. In 1964, [[Billund Airport]] was inaugurated and opened to the public. It had been originally built as a private airfield by Lego.<ref name=":6" />

[[File:Legoland Hovedindgang 1968.jpg|thumb|The main entrance of Legoland Billund in 1968]]
[[Legoland Billund]] opened on 7 June 1968 and received 3,000 visitors on its opening day and 625,000 in its first year. It was the only Legoland until 1996, when other Legoland theme parks were built in [[Carlsbad, California]], and [[Günzburg, Germany]].<ref>{{Cite magazine |last=Banks |first=Dave |title=June 7, 1968: Legoland Opens in Denmark |language=en-US |magazine=Wired |url=https://www.wired.com/2010/06/0607legoland-denmark-opens/ |access-date=2023-02-09 |issn=1059-1028}}</ref> The [[Esso Motor Hotel]], which is now the Legoland Hotel, was designed by Ole Hagens Tegnestue and built in 1968.<ref name=":6" />

Between 1970 and 2006, Billund's population rose sharply to 6,020, driven by production at the Lego factories and offices and by the increasing number of tourist hotels. Several companies in the aviation industry also opened.<ref name=":6" />

In 2010, a partnership of organisations that began with the [[LEGO Foundation|Lego Foundation]] and the municipal government founded the Capital of Children, which provides opportunities for children to participate in community projects and holds an annual Children's General Assembly. In 2020, Billund was the first town in Denmark to be designated as a [[UNICEF]] Child Friendly City, which demonstrates a commitment to the [[UN Convention on the Rights of the Child]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Davis |first=Heather Greenwood |date=2022-04-28 |title=In the town that Lego built, kids rule for the day |url=https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/in-the-town-that-lego-built-kids-rule-for-the-day |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220428100706/https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/in-the-town-that-lego-built-kids-rule-for-the-day |url-status=dead |archive-date=28 April 2022 |access-date=2023-02-09 |website=National Geographic |language=en}}</ref>

== Geography ==
Billund is located approximately {{convert|13|km|mi|abbr=off|sp=us}} from Grindsted, {{convert|56|km|mi|abbr=off|sp=us}} from [[Esbjerg]], and {{convert|27|km|mi|abbr=off|sp=us}} from Vejle.<ref name=":7" />

Billund Brook runs through the centre of Billund, starting as a small ditch in the westernmost side of Randbøl parish, and continuing west to Grindsted and Varde. The local terrain is mainly flat with sandy soil. To the south-west of Billund is Grene Sand, where inland sand dunes deposited sand onto nearby fields in stormy weather, requiring hedgerows to be planted. Local bogs were used to obtain peat as a source of fuel from ancient times. Local farmers practised heath farming, growing rye to produce bread. To the east and north of Billund, the moors fed large flocks of sheep, which were under attack from wolves, until the last wolf was shot in 1813. As conditions were excellent for beekeeping, beehives producing honey were documented in the fields in the 1650s and 1660s. Beekeeping declined with increasing cultivation of the land by local farmers.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |title=Historie om naturen {{!}} Skulpturpark Billund |url=https://skulpturpark-billund.dk/historie-om-naturen |access-date=2023-02-18 |website=skulpturpark-billund.dk}}</ref>

== Demographics ==
As of August 2022, Billund had 6742 residents. The town has experienced growth due to recent rapid development. Billund Municipality grew to 27,016 in the same month, which was an increase from 26,133 recorded in 2007.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Thorø |first=Marianne |date=2022-08-22 |title=Billund kommune runder 27.000 indbyggere |url=http://billundonline.dk/billund-kommune-runder-27-000-indbyggere/ |access-date=2023-02-14 |website=BillundOnline |language=da-DK}}</ref>

In the [[Middle Ages]], the region was sparsely populated and centred around five or six parish churches that were built in the 12th century. There was no significant development in the population until towards the end of the Middle Ages. Near the end of the 15th century and at the beginning of the 16th century, several small settlements appeared across the municipality, including Billund.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Middelalderen i Billund Kommune {{!}} lex.dk |url=https://trap.lex.dk/Middelalderen_i_Billund_Kommune |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=Trap Danmark |language=da}}</ref>

A period of population growth in the 16th century was followed by stagnation in the 17th century, due to wars and epidemics during this period. By 1700, the population began to grow once more, so that by the time of the census of 1787, there were 1,686 people living in the municipal area consisting of five parishes. By 1850, the municipal population had increased to 2,721.<ref>{{Cite web |title=1536-1850 i Billund Kommune {{!}} lex.dk |url=https://trap.lex.dk/1536-1850_i_Billund_Kommune |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=Trap Danmark |language=da}}</ref>

From 1850 the municipality experienced strong population growth. The number of inhabitants rose from 2,721 to 3,816 in 1870. The population continued to rise to 5,350 in 1890 and 7,929 in 1916. In 1850, Grindsted was the largest town with 42 inhabitants, while Billund only consisted of a number of farms.<ref>{{Cite web |title=1850-1920 i Billund Kommune {{!}} lex.dk |url=https://trap.lex.dk/1850-1920_i_Billund_Kommune |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=Trap Danmark |language=da}}</ref>

Between 1920 and 1970, the population of Billund Municipality doubled from 9,912 inhabitants in 1921 to 12,835 in 1940 and 20,030 in 1965. Driven by strong growth in industry, the population of Grene Parish, including Billund, rose from 994 in 1925 to 2,699 in 1970.<ref>{{Cite web |title=1920-1970 i Billund Kommune {{!}} lex.dk |url=https://trap.lex.dk/1920-1970_i_Billund_Kommune |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=Trap Danmark |language=da}}</ref> In 1930, Billund was still a small village with only 249 residents. In 1950, the population of the village reached 418 residents and after this time that number increased rapidly.<ref name=":6" />

Population growth exploded due to The Lego Group's rapid expansion in the mid-1960s. By 1970, Billund Municipality had 21,073 residents. This rose to 24,915 in 1990 and 26,076 in 2005. Billund's population also increased from 2,015 in 1970 to 6,034 in 2007. In 2007, the number of commuters was approximately 5,000 as there were twice as many jobs in the town than the local population could fill. This growth was driven by Lego, Legoland and Billund Airport.<ref>{{Cite web |title=1970-2007 i Billund Kommune {{!}} lex.dk |url=https://trap.lex.dk/1970-2007_i_Billund_Kommune |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=Trap Danmark |language=da}}</ref>

== Economy ==
Since it was founded in 1932, The Lego Group has been based in Billund. Its headquarters, offices and factory are all situated in the town, close to Legoland. Historically the prosperity of the town has been closely tied with the success of the company.<ref name=":5" /> When [[Godtfred Kirk Christiansen]] took over The Lego Group as managing director in 1957 due to his father's illness, the company experienced continued international and economic growth over several decades. Employment at the company grew from approximately 200 in 1960 to 1,000 in 1970, 3,000 in 1980, 7,000 in 1990 and 9,000 in the mid-1990s with half of employees living in Billund and the other half internationally.<ref name=":4" /> By 2022, the company employed 20,000 people, with over a quarter being employed in Billund.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2022-12-16 |title=Inside a Lego factory, where Christmas wishes come true {{!}} The Straits Times |url=https://www.straitstimes.com/life/inside-a-lego-factory-where-christmas-wishes-come-true |access-date=2023-02-20 |website=www.straitstimes.com |language=en}}</ref> In 2003, local people in Billund faced the possibility of many job losses when the company was on the brink of collapse due to poor business decisions. Kirk Christiansen gave up his position as chief executive and ended the family's ownership. The company recovered by selling off assets, including 70% of Legoland theme parks.<ref name=":5">{{Cite news |last=Neate |first=Rupert |date=2014-08-29 |title=Welcome to the real Lego land: rebuilding the brand brick by brick |language=en-GB |work=The Guardian |url=https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2014/aug/29/welcome-to-real-lego-land-rebuilding-brand-brick-by-brick |access-date=2023-02-21 |issn=0261-3077}}</ref>

In 2010, Billund was ranked as the top place in Denmark with the highest employment in the experience industries (27.3%). One in four people (25.9%) living in the municipality worked in the traditional tourism industry, particularly in local attractions such as Lego, Legoland, Lalandia and Givskud Zoo. Only 1.4% were employed in the creative industries.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Billund topper i oplevelseserhvervene {{!}} eStatistik |url=https://estatistik.dk/nyheder/billund-topper-i-oplevelseserhvervene/ |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=estatistik.dk}}</ref>

== Transport ==

=== Air ===
Billund is served by [[Billund Airport]], which is the second largest airport in Denmark after [[Copenhagen Airport|Copenhagen]].<ref>{{Cite news |date=2022-08-01 |title=Billund Airport defies strikes and cancellations to set passenger record |language=en-US |work=The Local Denmark |url=https://www.thelocal.dk/20220801/billund-airport-defies-strikes-and-cancellations-to-set-passenger-record/ |access-date=2023-02-11}}</ref> It began as a strip of land purchased by the Lego Group in 1962. The company built a private airfield with the aim to reach international customers more easily. In 1964, the ownership of the airfield was transferred to Billund Airport A.m.b.A.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bentsen |first=Julie Greve |date=10 August 2022 |title=Se billederne: Fra træklods til underholdningsgigant - LEGO bliver 90 år |url=https://www.tvsyd.dk/billund/se-billederne-fra-traeklods-til-underholdningsgigant-lego-bliver-90-aar |access-date=2023-02-17 |website=TV SYD |language=da}}</ref> When it opened to the public in 1964, it comprised an old hangar, a runway of 1,660 metres in length and a single control tower. In its early years, the airport served approximately 4,000 passengers with only two domestic departures per day. Since then, Billund Airport has experienced major growth and now serves as West Denmark's international airport with many flights to countries across the world. The 40,000 sq m passenger terminal has the capacity to serve 3.5 million passengers per year and the 35,000 cargo centre can handle 100,000 tonnes of goods per year.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Nielsen |first=Af Jesper B. |title=Billund Lufthavn fylder 50 år |url=https://www.transportmagasinet.dk/article/view/150470/billund_lufthavn_fylder_50_ar |access-date=2023-02-13 |website=Transportmagasinet}}</ref> In 2022, 3,712,400 passengers passed through Billund Airport and 76,874 tons of air cargo were transported through the airport.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gammelmark |first=Rene Lind |date=2023-01-02 |title=Historisk genrejsning i Billund Lufthavn |url=https://www.netavisengrindsted.dk/2023/01/02/historisk-genrejsning-i-billund-lufthavn/ |access-date=2023-02-13 |website=Netavisen Grindsted |language=da-DK}}</ref>

=== Rail ===
In 2014, a new [[Billund railway line]] was planned to connect Billund to the existing Vejle-Herning track at [[Jelling]], with stations at Billund Airport and Legoland. The project was to be funded by the government's Train Fund DK and was due to be completed in 2020.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2016-06-02 |title=Billund Airport to get railway connection {{!}} The Post |url=http://cphpost.dk/news/national/billund-airport-to-get-railway-connection.html |access-date=2023-03-27 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160602213620/http://cphpost.dk/news/national/billund-airport-to-get-railway-connection.html |archive-date=2 June 2016 }}</ref> By 2021, the project had been cancelled.<ref>{{Cite web |last=W |first=Christian |date=2021-04-09 |title=Copenhagen feels left out of huge infrastructure plans |url=https://cphpost.dk/2021-04-09/news/copenhagen-feels-left-out-of-huge-infrastructure-plans/ |access-date=2023-03-27 |website=The Post |language=en-GB}}</ref> The old railway station located on Lindevej was demolished in 2018 to make way for the construction of new residential apartments.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hermann |first=Alex |title=Billunds gamle station er på vej i graven {{!}} vafo.dk |url=https://vafo.dk/billund/billunds-gamle-station-er-paa-vej-i-graven-2022-12-5 |access-date=2023-03-28 |website=vafo.dk |language=da}}</ref>

== Education ==
Billund School is the municipality's largest school. It educates approximately 700 students and has 100 staff employed at the school.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gammelmark |first=Rene Lind |date=2021-05-21 |title=Ny leder til BillundSkolen i Børnenes Hovedstad |url=https://www.netavisengrindsted.dk/2021/05/21/ny-leder-til-billundskolen-i-boernenes-hovedstad/ |access-date=2023-02-27 |website=Netavisen Grindsted |language=da-DK}}</ref>

The International School of Billund located on Skolevej opened in 2013 with 60 students. Over the next ten years, the school expanded and in 2023 provided classes for 450 students.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Thorø |first=Marianne |date=2022-10-07 |title=International School of Billund udvider - igen! |url=http://billundonline.dk/international-school-of-billund-udvider-igen/ |access-date=2023-02-14 |website=BillundOnline |language=da-DK}}</ref>

== Religion ==
Grene Church is located near to Billund on Kirkevej.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Grene Church - gorgeous church close to Billund |url=https://www.destinationtrekantomraadet.com/destination-trekantomraadet/plan-your-trip/grene-church-gorgeous-church-close-billund-gdk611706 |access-date=2023-02-16 |website=VisitDenmark |language=en}}</ref> It is the main church in Grene parish, which has one parish council.<ref name=":1" /> It was built in 1891 to replace an earlier church using some of the remaining features, such as the bell, font and pulpit. Prior to its construction, the parish priest had worked to have the previous church that was situated in the south-west corner of the parish demolished. Construction began on 1 July 1891 and the church was completed in the summer of 1892. In 1991, the church was renovated and a new bell tower was added. An organ was also donated to the church by the Christiansen family.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Grene Kirke - Smuk kirke tæt ved Billund |url=https://www.destinationtrekantomraadet.com/destination-trekantomraadet/plan-your-trip/grene-church-gorgeous-church-close-billund-gdk611706 |access-date=2023-02-12 |website=VisitDenmark |language=sv}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Grene Kirke {{!}} Grene Sogn |url=https://www-grenesogn-dk.translate.goog/kirkerne/grene-kirke?_x_tr_sl=da&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc |access-date=2023-02-16 |website=www-grenesogn-dk.translate.goog}}</ref>

Billund Church is part of the Billund Centre and a branch church of Grene Parish. It was conceived by Godtfred Kirk Christiansen, who wanted to fulfil his father's wish to build a church in the town centre. In 1969, the Kirk Christiansen family, Ole Kirk's foundation and the municipality planned the centre, which comprises other facilities, including a library, leisure centre, theatre and cafeteria. The church was built from 1971 and inaugurated on 15 April 1973. It features a church hall, adjoining congregation hall and a 17 metre high bell tower. In 1991, it was expanded to include a choir rehearsal room, meeting rooms and offices.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Billund Kirke {{!}} Grene Sogn |url=https://www.grenesogn.dk/kirkerne/billund-kirke |access-date=2023-02-12 |website=www.grenesogn.dk}}</ref>

== Culture ==

=== Art and sculpture ===
[[File:Eine Begegnung.JPG|"A Meeting" by Hans August Anderson, located at Skulpturpark Billund, a landscape [[sculpture park]]|thumb]]
In 1991, a 1.3 km Skulpturpark was established in the heart of Billund. It is a free nature trail maintained by Billund municipality that features a variety of art sculptures.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Sculpturepark Billund |url=https://www.destinationtrekantomraadet.com/destination-trekantomraadet/plan-your-trip/sculpturepark-billund-beautiful-park-billund-gdk611646 |access-date=2023-02-10 |website=VisitDenmark |language=en}}</ref> Skulpturpark was developed by a working group with a vision to provide an artistic experience for residents and tourists in a natural environment. The route extends along Billund Brook between Billund Trotbane/Enggårdsskolen and the Skovparken quarter and was later expanded to include the area along the Billund Centre. The first sculpture erected on the route was "Entrance" by Niels Peter Bruun Nielsen. The working group aimed to purchase 25 to 35 sculptures over several years. These sculptures include "The Star Animal" by [[Harvey Martin (sculptor)|Harvey Martin]], "Three toy sculptures" by Poul Bækhøj, "Standing figure" by Keld Moseholm Jørgensen and "The Garden Wife" by Lotte Olsen.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Historien 1991-2000 {{!}} Skulpturpark Billund |url=https://skulpturpark-billund.dk/historien-1991-2000 |access-date=2023-02-13 |website=skulpturpark-billund.dk}}</ref>

Billund municipality holds an annual sports and culture gala that takes place every spring to celebrate achievements in sports and culture. Candidates are nominated for the previous year and the awards are presented at an entertainment show.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Sports- og Kulturgalla |url=https://www.billund.dk/sports-og-kulturgalla/ |access-date=2023-02-14 |website=www.billund.dk |language=da}}</ref>

=== Libraries and cultural facilities ===
Billund Centre is a cultural centre located in the middle of Billund. It was built in 1973 and was a gift from the Kirk Christiansen family and Ole Kirk's Foundation to Billund Municipality. The centre incorporates several facilities for local residents, including Billund Library, Billund Church, Citizen Service, Grene Parish history archive and Billund School of Culture.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Informationer om Billund Centeret |url=https://www.billund.dk/borger/kultur-og-fritid/moedesteder-faciliteter/billund-centret/information-om-billund-centret/ |access-date=2023-02-16 |website=www.billund.dk |language=da}}</ref>

Billund Library was redesigned by [[Rosan Bosch]] to provide a creative space for children to play and learn. It was completed in 2016<ref>{{Cite web |date=25 March 2020 |title=Children's Library in Billund |url=https://www.architectmagazine.com/project-gallery/childrens-library-in-billund_1 |access-date=27 March 2023 |website=Architect Magazine}}</ref> and, in the same year, was nominated for a [[Danish Design Award]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Danish Design Award Finalists 2016 |url=https://danishdesignaward.com/en/arkiver/nominee/boernenes-bibliotek-billund |access-date=2023-02-12 |website=Danish Design Award |language=en-US}}</ref>

== Sport and leisure ==
Billund Trotting Track provided equestrian sport for 50 years in Billund. In January 2021, the racetrack was purchased by [[KIRKBI A/S]], the majority owner of Lego. The track was closed and the Sydjysk Equestrian Association planned to establish a new arena for equestrian sports.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |last2= |first2= |date=2021-09-05 |title=Travbane i Billund lukker: Forening vil lave arena |url=https://www.berlingske.dk/content/item/1588895 |access-date=2023-02-16 |website=Berlingske.dk |language=da}}</ref> In place of the track, a 200,000 m2 urban district, Billund Travbyen was planned for construction starting in 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |last=ByensEjendom |title=Byggeri af ny bydel med 4-600 boliger i Billund sættes i gang i 2024 |url=https://byensejendom.dk/article/byggeri-af-ny-bydel-med-4-600-boliger-i-billund-saettes-i-gang-i-2024-35959 |access-date=2023-02-16 |website=ByensEjendom.dk |language=en}}</ref>

Billund Bad, a public swimming pool opened in 1969. An outdoor pool was first opened to the public on 4 July 1969 and was inaugurated on 7 September 1969. The outdoor pool received 40,000 visitors in its first two months. An indoor pool was later inaugurated in 1985. After 35 years, a renovation project of the indoor pool was undertaken, funded by Billund Municipality, Ole Kirk's Foundation and local residents and businesses.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gammelmark |first=Rene Lind |date=2020-09-04 |title=Billund Bad fejrede i 2019 sit 50-års jubilæum |url=https://www.netavisengrindsted.dk/2020/09/04/billund-bad-fejrede-i-2019-sit-50-aars-jubilaeum/ |access-date=2023-02-27 |website=Netavisen Grindsted |language=da-DK}}</ref>

== Tourism ==
Billund is a popular tourist destination for families. Many of the town's attractions are connected by a Playline trail, which was designed to provide tourists with a safe, child-friendly path around the town.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Lam |first=Sophie |date=2022-10-11 |title=The ultimate family holiday is in the 'Capital of Children' that's under two hours from London |url=https://inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/travel/billund-denmark-family-holiday-destination-1904125 |access-date=2023-02-10 |website=inews.co.uk |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Gammelmark |first=Rene Lind |date=2023-01-11 |title=Playline er klar til flere legeoplevelser og større synlighed |url=https://www.netavisengrindsted.dk/2023/01/11/playline-er-klar-til-flere-legeoplevelser-og-stoerre-synlighed/ |access-date=2023-02-28 |website=Netavisen Grindsted |language=da-DK}}</ref> [[Legoland Billund Resort]] draws 2 million tourists per year to Billund.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Winchester |first=Ashley |date=2017-10-03 |title=In Denmark, Lego House Is the New Kid on the Block |language=en-US |work=The New York Times |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2017/10/03/travel/lego-house-park-denmark.html |access-date=2023-02-10 |issn=0362-4331}}</ref>

[[File:Lego House Billund.jpg|thumb|[[Lego House (Billund)|Lego House]], an experience centre in Billund]]
Another visitor attraction, [[Lego House (Billund)|Lego House]] opened in September 2017. It was designed by [[Bjarke Ingels Group]] to have the appearance of a stack of Lego bricks and features restaurants, play zones and a public square.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Popera |first=Ashleigh |date=28 September 2017 |title=BIG's Lego House Opens Today |url=https://www.architectmagazine.com/design/buildings/bigs-lego-house-opens-today_o |access-date=9 February 2023 |website=Architect Magazine}}</ref>

Billund is also the location of [[Lalandia]], the largest water park in Scandinavia. It is situated close to Legoland and includes a tropical water park named the Aquadome and other leisure activities, such as bowling, ice skating and mini golf. In the centre of town a Teddy Bear Art Museum is also open to visitors and is located in the former home of [[Godtfred Kirk Christiansen]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=MacEacheran |first=Mike |date=2022-08-18 |title=The ultimate guide to Billund, Denmark |url=https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/europe/denmark/billund-denmark-city-guide-family-holiday-b2133216.html |access-date=2023-02-10 |website=The Independent |language=en}}</ref>

A children's adventure park named WOW Park is situated ten minutes from Billund. It provides a tree-top adventure experience set within a forest.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Clarke |first=Josie |date=27 May 2022 |title=Legoland and beyond – Denmark has all the elements for a brilliant family holiday |language=en-GB |work=The Scotsman |url=https://www.scotsman.com/lifestyle/travel/legoland-and-beyond-why-denmark-has-all-the-elements-for-a-brilliant-family-holiday-scotland-on-sunday-travel-3699327 |access-date=2023-02-10}}</ref>

== Places of interest ==
[[File:Billund Kro - (1).jpg|Billund Inn, prior to 2015|thumb]]
* Billund Inn, located in the town centre, is one of Billund's oldest buildings. The inn opened in 1834.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Timeline: Historical overview of Billund |url=https://grenelokalarkiv.dk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Tidslinje-1.pdf |access-date=18 February 2023 |website=Grene Parish Historical Archive}}</ref> It was taken over by new owners in 2015 and renamed Hotel Refborg.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2015-02-22 |title=Billund Kro på nye hænder efter 30 år med Ole Ernst i spidsen |url=http://billundonline.dk/billund-kro-paa-nye-haender-efter-30-aar-med-ole-ernst-i-spidsen/ |access-date=2023-02-18 |website=BillundOnline |language=da-DK}}</ref>
* Lego Ideas House - a private museum owned by The Lego Group. It comprises three buildings that have historical significance: The first building is the former family home of Ole Kirk Christiansen, which was built in 1924. The second building is the System House, which is the site of the first Lego headquarters and was built in the late 1950s. The third building is the old woodworking factory, which was built in 1942.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Cheang |first=Michael |title=The town that Lego built: If you're a Lego fan, Billund is the place to be |url=https://www.thestar.com.my/lifestyle/travel/2022/08/10/happy-birthday-to-the-90-year-old-toy-company-that-wants-everyone-to-039play-well039 |access-date=2023-02-12 |website=The Star |language=en}}</ref>
* Lego Campus - the 54,000 sq metre headquarters of The Lego Group, located on Højmarksvej, which was constructed by [[C. F. Møller Architects]]. It took five years to design and build and was completed in 2022. It was designed to be a flexible working environment for the company's employees and their families.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Graham |date=2022-04-05 |title=New LEGO Campus in Billund is complete |url=https://blocksmag.com/new-lego-campus-in-billund-is-complete/ |access-date=2023-02-12 |website=Blocks magazine |language=en-GB}}</ref><ref name=":7" />

== Notable people ==
* [[Godtfred Kirk Christiansen]] (1920 in Billund – 1995) the managing director of [[The Lego Group]] from 1957 to 1979<ref>{{Cite news |last=Pace |first=Eric |date=1995-07-14 |title=Godtfred K. Christiansen, 75; Covered the World With Lego |language=en-US |work=The New York Times |url=https://www.nytimes.com/1995/07/14/obituaries/godtfred-k-christiansen-75-covered-the-world-with-lego.html |access-date=2023-02-10 |issn=0362-4331}}</ref>
* [[Kjeld Kirk Kristiansen]] (born 1947 in Billund) the former president and CEO of [[The Lego Group]] (1979–2004) and the third richest Dane, with a net worth of $4.7 billion as of February 2020.<ref name="Forbes">[https://www.forbes.com/billionaires/list/#version:static_header:position_country:Denmark The World's Billionaires - Denmark]. ''Forbes.com''. Last looked at on February 14th, 2020.</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title = Meet The Richest Billionaire In Every Country|url = https://www.forbes.com/sites/liyanchen/2015/03/02/meet-the-richest-billionaire-in-every-country/|website = Forbes|access-date = 2015-12-15}}</ref>
* [[Line Bonde]] (born c.1979) a Danish fighter pilot, brought up in Billund. In July 2006, aged 27, she became the first female Danish fighter pilot, flying an F-16 jet fighter
* [[Nicolai Højgaard]] (born 2001), Danish professional golfer<ref>{{Cite web |last=Thorø |first=Marianne |date=2023-03-27 |title=Nicolai Højgaard var snublende tæt på historisk sejr |url=http://billundonline.dk/nicolai-hoejgaard-var-snublende-taet-paa-historisk-sejr/ |access-date=2023-03-27 |website=BillundOnline |language=da-DK}}</ref>
* [[Rasmus Højgaard]] (born 2001), Danish professional golfer<ref>{{Cite magazine |last=Herzig |first=Gabrielle |date=4 February 2023 |title=Meet the Hojgaards: Facts And Figures for Denmark's Rising Star Twin Golfers |url=https://www.si.com/golf/news/rasmus-nicolai-hojgaard-danish-golf-twins-dp-world-tour |access-date=28 March 2023 |magazine=Sports Illustrated}}</ref>

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'''Brande''' is a [[railway town]] with a population of 7,394 (1 January 2025)<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by rural and urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> located at the railroad between [[Vejle]] and [[Herning]] in [[Ikast-Brande Municipality]] in [[Region Midtjylland]] in the central area of the [[Jutland]] peninsula in west [[Denmark]].

Until 1 January 2007 it was the seat of the municipal-council of [[Brande Municipality]].

Brande is the home of leading wind energy pioneer Bonus Energy A/S, now [[Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.siemens.com/press/en/events/2016/corporate/2016-06-telefonkonferenz.php|title=Merger of Siemens Wind Power and Gamesa|website=www.siemens.com}}</ref>

Brande is also home to Danish clothing companies [[Bestseller (company)|Bestseller A/S]]<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.bestseller.com/contact/Pages/MainOffice.aspx |title=Main Office Contact |accessdate=16 April 2011 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110403000110/http://www.bestseller.com/contact/Pages/MainOffice.aspx |archivedate=3 April 2011 }}</ref> and [[BTX Group]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://btx-group.com/|title=BTX Group » Skandinaviens største leverandør af modetøj «|website=BTX Group}}</ref>

==A Bestseller Tower was proposed==
In the 2010s Bestseller wanted to create a new quarter [[Bestseller Village & Tower]] with housing, business park, hotel, education area, etc. in the north-eastern part of the town, and the centre of the quarter would have been a new high-rise building called [[Bestseller Tower]] (Danish: ''Bestseller-tårnet''), a 320 metres tall skyscraper.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.arkitektnytt.no/nyheter/vil-bygge-hoyest-i-vest|title=Vil bygge høyest i vest|last=arkitektnytt.no|date=11 September 2018|website=arkitektnytt.no}}</ref> It should have been the second-highest structure in Western Europe, surpassed only by the 324 metres of the [[Eiffel Tower]], though 10.4 meters taller than the Shard in London.<ref>{{cite news|title='Like the Eye of Sauron': western Europe's tallest building planned for tiny Danish town|date=1 April 2019|url=https://www.theguardian.com/cities/2019/apr/01/like-the-eye-of-sauron-western-europes-tallest-building-planned-for-tiny-danish-town-brande-bestseller|work=The Guardian|access-date=13 April 2019|quote=a 320-metre skyscraper ... the tallest building in Denmark, but the tallest in western Europe, besting the Shard in London by a crucial 10.4 metres.}}</ref> The project was approved in March 2019 by [[Ikast-Brande Municipality]], but was shelved in 2020.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Bang|first=Bjarne|date=2020-10-05|title=Bestseller dropper højhus i Brande: "Det ligger i den allernederste skuffe"|url=https://borsen.dk/nyheder/virksomheder/anders-holch-povlsen-begraver-sit-hojhusprojekt-i-brande|access-date=2021-05-31|website=borsen.dk}}</ref>

==The mural paintings of Brande==
The mural paintings in Brande has made the city famous for its decorations and art in public spaces.

In 1966, doctor Ole Bendix and lawyer Jørgen Mansfeld-Giese initiated the creation of the first mural paintings. The art association "Midtjysk Kunstforening" was established in the old Askjær School and marked a new phase in the history of Brande cultural scene. The purpose of the organisation was to arrange special events within art, music, theater and film. Initially, the number of members reached 600, both from Brande and the surroundings. The mural paintings were one of the first projects and the goal was to create a gallery atmosphere in the open space without fixed opening hours. Art should be accessible for everybody in their daily life and form the basis of debate and inspiration.

Statens Kunstfond (Danish National Art Fund) supported the project, and artists started moving to Brande. The citizens were skeptic at first, but the mural paintings had put Brande on both the national and international map, and further to this, Brande was elected as the Danish city of the year in 1969. New mural paintings have been created during the years, some have been carefully restored and others have unfortunately disappeared due to new constructions and wear and tear.

==Joy of life, acrobat fantasy and spines==
These are just some of the names of the mural paintings. Joy of life is made by the Finish artist Jorma Kardén decorating the library in Brande. Acrobat fantasy is created by K. Bjørn Knudsen and is visible at the old town hall in Storegade, Brande. Spines is painted by Claes Birch and can be seen in Borgergade.

==Art still characterizes Brande==
This special initiative in 1966 has for sure formed the basis for the art interest among the population in and around the city of Brande. Many passionate people have throughout the years established creative and challenging projects, like the world's largest carpet "The Brande Carpet", which was 275 m long and 4.80 m wide. The carpet was made by 3000 pieces of painted tissue. In 1981, a number of new artistic signals were initiated in the streets. The sculpture "Æ soikers kårner" was built at the 100 years anniversary of "Brande Håndværker og Borgerforening" (local association for shops and handcraft). In 1991, the "Kultursmedjen" was inaugurated, the city had a culture bus and the first culture caravan travelled to Eastern Europe. In 1992, Birgit Vinge Nielsen initiated a huge multimedia show in the old engine shed called "Drømmerejsen" (The dream journey). Birgit Vinge Nielsen has with energy and power established a large number of activities within art and culture in our area. Also an international workshop with artist from all over the world has taken place for many years in the old engine shed buildings. The workshop has now moved to Gludsted School. Some of the works of art still decorate Brande. Sportmaster in Brande has entered into a cooperation with some of the artists, and several paintings are visible outside the shop to the delight of citizens and tourists.

The old engine shed is now professionally restored and form the basis for conferences, concerts, talks and exhibitions.

“Art in movement" is one of the latest projects taking its starting point in Brande and the association "Kulturremisen". International artists stay for a certain period in a small village in the region to develop a permanent work of art in cooperation with the citizens. This project will cover both 2012 and 2013.

The tourist organization offers guided tours for both smaller and large groups among the mural paintings in Brande.

==Street Art Brande==
The International Street Art Festival in Brande during the summer of 2015 and 2016 was a huge success, and it is planned to continue as an annual event.

In 2016, 19 professional street artists decorated the city square, streets and a new beautiful wall. All the activities attracted many guests in the festival weekend – and still many guests and tourists visit the area to see the colourful street art paintings.

==Gallery==
<gallery mode="packed">
File:Brande - Storegade.jpg|Brande - Storegade
File:Brande station.jpg|[[Brande railway station]]
File:RemisenBrande 02.jpg|The former roundhouse at Brande Station
File:Brande Å.jpg|Brande Å
</gallery>

== Notable people ==
* [[Leon Jessen]] (born 1986 in Brande) a retired Danish football defender, over 200 club caps
* [[Rasmus Lauritsen]] (born 1996 in Brande) a Danish footballer, who plays as a centre back for [[Vejle Boldklub]]
* [[Rasmus Nissen Kristensen]] (born 1997 in Brande) a Danish footballer, plays for [[Leeds United F.C.]]

==Sister cities==
The following cities are twinned with Brande:<ref>{{cite web|url=http://web25.aanekoski.fi/dynastia/kokous/KOKOUS-656-7.HTM|publisher=City of Äänekoski|title=Äänekosken kaupungin ystävyyskuntatoiminnan edistäminen|accessdate=1 June 2012|language=no|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://archive.today/20120719201558/http://web25.aanekoski.fi/dynastia/kokous/KOKOUS-656-7.HTM|archivedate=19 July 2012}}</ref>
* {{flagicon|FIN}} [[Äänekoski]], [[Central Finland]]

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
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Skagen

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{{Wikivoyage}}
'''Skagen''' ({{IPA|da|ˈskɛˀjn̩|lang}}) is the northernmost town in [[Denmark]], on the east coast of the [[Skagen Odde]] peninsula in the far north of [[Jutland]], part of [[Frederikshavn Municipality]] in [[North Denmark Region|Nordjylland]], {{convert|41|km}} north of [[Frederikshavn]] and {{convert|108|km}} northeast of [[Aalborg]]. The [[Port of Skagen]] is Denmark's main fishing port and it also has a thriving tourist industry, attracting 2 million people annually.

The name was applied originally to the peninsula but it now also refers to the town. The settlement began during the Middle Ages as a fishing village, renowned for its [[herring]] industry. Thanks to its seascapes, fishermen and evening light, towards the end of the 19th century it became popular with a group of [[impressionism|impressionist]] artists now known as the [[Skagen Painters]]. In 1879, the Skagen Fishermen's Association was established with the purpose of facilitating the local fishing industry through the [[Skagensbanen]] railway, which opened as a narrow-gauged railway in 1890. The modern port of Skagen opened on 20 November 1907, and with the railway connections to Frederikshavn and the rest of Denmark, tourism began to develop.

During the early 1910s, [[Christian X of Denmark|Christian X]] and [[Queen Alexandrine]] often visited Skagen and brought friends from other European monarchies. They built a summer residence, [[Klitgaarden]], completed in 1914.

Between the 1930s and 1950s, the town grew rapidly, with the population more than doubling from 4,048 in 1930 to 9,009 in 1955. Skagen reached a maximum population of 14,050 in 1980, after which it gradually declined. As of January 2025, it has a population of 7,394. Thanks to the artistic community that still remains in Skagen, the local arts and crafts trade remains important to the income of the town with its numerous crafts shops and galleries. Chains such as the international jeweller [[Skagen Designs]] have branches in the town, and given the abundance of fresh fish coming in at the port of Skagen, seafood forms a staple in Skagen's restaurants.

[[The Sand-Covered Church|St Lawrence's Church]] was built just outside the village at the end of the 14th century, but after it was buried in drifting sand it was replaced by [[Skagen Church]] in 1841 designed by [[Christian Frederik Hansen]]. It was redeveloped in 1909–10 by [[Ulrik Adolph Plesner|Ulrik Plesner]] who also designed a number of other buildings in Skagen, including Klitgaarden and the railway station. Several landmarks in the town are closely associated with the Skagen Painters who used to frequent them, including [[Brøndums Hotel]], [[Skagens Museum]], [[Michael and Anna Ancher House|Michael and Anna Ancher's House]], and [[Drachmann's House]].

Skagen's first school was the ''Latinskole'', a grammar school, which was in operation from 1549 until 1739. By the end of the 19th century, three schools had been established in Skagen, and in 1921, Skagen's Skipper School was opened to train navigators for both fishing boats and merchant ships, and in 1955, the [[Danish Folkeskole Education|public school]] ''Ankermedets skole'' was opened on Skagavej. The main gymnasium of the town, Skagen Kultur- og Fritidscenter, opened in 1972, and was later expanded with an aquatic centre and a number of smaller training facilities. Skagen's sports centre was completed in 1974, primarily to accommodate badminton and tennis. The local football club, Skagen Idræts Klub, was founded in 1946 and reached the Jyllandsserien, one of the lower divisions in [[Football in Denmark|Danish football]], as their best position. The Hvide Klit Golf Club is {{convert|17| km|abbr=on}} south of the town.

[[Skagen station]] is the most northerly railway station in Denmark and is the terminus of the Skagensbanen. [[Nordjyske Jernbaner]] operates the local train service between Skagen, Frederikshavn and Aalborg with onward national connections by [[DSB (railway company)|DSB]]. From Frederikshavn, there are ferries to [[Gothenburg]], [[Oslo]] and [[Læsø]]. [[Aalborg Airport]] is {{convert|100|km|abbr=on}} southwest of Skagen.

==History==
===Early history===
[[File:Skagens tilsandede kirke.jpg|thumb|right|260px|The sand-engulfed Buried Church (''tilsandede kirke'') at Skagen]]
Skagen was mentioned as far back as the first century AD by [[Pliny the Elder]]:
:"Promenturium Cimbrorum excurrens in maria longe paeninsulam efficit quae Tastris appellatur" (Book IV, 97)
:"The promontory of the Cimbri running far out into the seas makes a peninsula, which is called Tastris."

This is the only time the name Tastris is mentioned but Skagen itself, first documented as ''Skaffuen'' in 1284, simply means narrow, high point of land<ref>[http://www.middelalderinfo.dk/bynavne.php Flemming Elimar Jensen, "Hvad betyder bynavnene & landsdels navne?"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150215091902/http://www.middelalderinfo.dk/bynavne.php |date=15 February 2015 }}, MiddelalderInfo. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 10 October 2013.</ref><ref name=dsd/>

The first building in the area, dating from the 12th century, was in [[Højen]] on the west side of the peninsula. It belonged to Tronder, a shepherd who also became Skagen's first fisherman. Around 1340, Vesterby, on the east coast (to the south west of today's harbour), developed into the main village. Further to the south west, [[The Sand-Covered Church|St Lawrence's Church]] was built at the end of the 14th century. In 1413, [[Erik of Pommern]] granted Skagen the status of [[market town]] with the result that for a time it became [[Vendsyssel]]'s largest community with up to 2,000 inhabitants.<ref name=slf>[http://www.skagenlokal.dk/tidstavle.html "Tidstavle"], Skagen Lokalhistoriske Forening. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 10 October 2013.</ref>

In 1549, a grammar school was opened (closing again in 1739) and, in 1561, Skagen's first lighthouse was constructed. In 1568, some 350 fishing boats and merchant ships were wrecked off the coast of Skagen.<ref name=slf/> In the 1590s, successive storms led not only to numerous drownings but to flooding, destroying many of the houses. In 1591, 22 died in a flood and in 1593, 14 houses were washed away.<ref name=slf/> In 1595, 25 farms in the area were covered in drifting sand.<ref name=slf/> As a result, new housing was built in Østerby to the north east, away from the rapidly accumulating sand.

===17th–19th centuries===
[[File:Skagenhaus 1.jpg|thumb|left|Typical Skagen house: red tiled roof with white trimmings, yellow-plastered walls and a white fence]]
In the 17th century, fishing suffered from a decline in herring stocks. Shortly after the beginning of the [[Torstensson War]], the Swedish army arrived in Skagen in January 1644, plundering the town.<ref name=slf/><ref>[http://www.danskekonger.dk/andet/torstenssonkrigen "Torstenssonkrigen 1643–45"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131109110521/http://www.danskekonger.dk/andet/torstenssonkrigen |date=9 November 2013 }}, Danske konger. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 9 November 2013.</ref> [[Skagen's White Lighthouse]] with adjoining accommodation for the keeper was built in 1747. In 1775, accumulations of drifting sand made it difficult to access St Lawrence's Church, finally leading to its closure and partial demolition in 1795. Its remaining artefacts were sold by auction in 1810. St Lawrence's was replaced by [[Skagen Church]], completed in 1841 and redesigned in the local style by Ulrik Plesner in 1910.<ref name=slf/>

[[File:Brøndums Hotel 1891-92.jpg|thumb|right|250px|[[Skagen Painters]] in the Dining room in Brøndums Hotel, Skagen, {{Circa|1891}}]]
On a single day in 1825, 23 ships were left stranded off the coast.<ref name=slf/> In 1833, [[Martinus Rørbye]] became the first artist to paint the fishermen and landscapes of Skagen, almost half a century before the arrival of the Skagen Painters.{{sfn|Folsach|samling|1996|p=48}} Skagen Church was inaugurated in 1841, and the first guest house in the town opened in 1844.<ref name=slf/> In 1858, the [[Skagen Lighthouse|grey lighthouse]] was inaugurated. The same year, bye-laws were established specifying building requirements including the completion of tiled roofs within five years. Skagen was struck by the [[cholera]] epidemic of 1853.<ref name=slf/>

[[Hans Christian Andersen]] visited the town in 1859. During his stay at Brøndums Hotel, the future painter [[Anna Ancher]], daughter of the inn-keeper, was born.<ref>[http://www.euronews.com/2009/07/07/anna-ancher-celebrated/ "Anna Ancher celebrated"], Euronews, 7 July 2009. Retrieved 10 November 2013.</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.b.dk/kultur/anna-ancher-indtager-washington|title=Anna Ancher indtager Washington|access-date=9 November 2013|date=1 March 2013|last=Dannemand Jensen|first=Henrik|newspaper=[[Berlingske]]|language=da}}</ref> In 1871, the author [[Holger Drachmann]] and the painters [[Fritz Thaulow]] and [[Karl Madsen]] arrived in Skagen, the first of the colony of artists that became known as the [[Skagen Painters]]. They were followed by [[Carl Locher]] in 1872, [[Michael Ancher]] in 1874 and [[Peder Severin Krøyer]] in 1882.<ref name=slf/>

In 1879, the Skagen Fisherman's Association was established with the purpose of facilitating the local fishing industry through the railway.{{sfn|Svanholm|2004|p=24}} In 1890, the [[Skagensbanen]] narrow-gauge railway from [[Frederikshavn]] finally arrived in Skagen, connecting the town to the rest of Denmark.<ref name=sbanen>[http://www.nordjyllands-jernbaner.dk/ "Skagensbanen"], Nordjyllands jernbaner. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 10 October 2013,</ref> The tracks were widened in 1916 to avoid the need to transfer cargoes of fish in Frederikshavn. Many of the town's typical yellow-plastered houses with red roofs that grew up along Sankt Laurentii Vej from 1890 to 1930 were designed by Ulrik Plesner. He was also the architect behind many other buildings in the town, including the railway station, [[Brøndums Hotel]] and [[Skagen Museum]]. Skagen Missionshus was opened in 1896.<ref name=slf/>

===20th century===
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In 1904–7, the fishing harbour was built with inner and outer sections under the patronage of hydraulic engineer [[Palle Bruun]]. It was inaugurated on 20 November 1907,{{sfn|Svanholm|2004|p=24}} and later additions were made for cold storage and the fish processing industry. The distinctive warehouses next to the harbour were designed by [[Thorvald Bindesbøll]].

In the early 1910s, [[Christian X of Denmark|Christian X]] and [[Queen Alexandrine]] often visited Skagen in the royal yacht ''[[HDMY Dannebrog (1879)|Kongeskibet Dannebrog]]''. Occasionally they arrived by train and brought friends from other European monarchies and stayed at the Brøndums and Grenen hotels. They grew fond of the place, befriending many of the artists in Skagen.{{sfn|Svanholm|2004|p=25}} Christian X bought up land in the vicinity and built the summer residence [[Klitgaarden]] as a gift for his wife. Designed by Ulrik Plesner, with furniture provided by [[Marie Krøyer]], the villa was inaugurated on 11 April 1914, with the town celebrating the royal opening with many flags.{{sfn|Svanholm|2004|p=26}} Klitgaarden was further embellished inside by local artists. It passed to [[Prince Knud]] and [[Princess Caroline Mathilde]], and after Caroline's death in 1995, it was converted into a villa retreat for scholars in 2000.{{sfn|Svanholm|2004|p=26}} Composer [[Carl Nielsen]] also frequented Skagen in his youth, and he purchased a plot of land on Vestre Strandvej at Vesterby in 1918 with his sculptor wife [[Anne Marie Carl-Nielsen]], using one of the two small half-timbered houses there as a residence and studio.{{sfn|Svanholm|2004|p=26}} They named it "Finis Terrae", meaning "end of the world". The Nielsen family owned the property until 1957 when they sold it to [[Frode Jensen]], a machinery manufacturer.{{sfn|Svanholm|2004|p=26}}
[[File:Bröndums hotell 01.JPG|thumb|left|Brøndums Hotel]]
In the 1930s, development of the town as a tourist attraction led to the opening of new hotels. In 1931, the residents of Skagen and their famous friends campaigned for a monument to be established on the square in the town, commemorating the fishermen and lifeboatmen of Jutland. Anne Marie Carl-Nielsen was commissioned to erect a {{convert|3|m}} bronze statue of a lifeboatman in garb, holding a lifeline.{{sfn|Svanholm|2004|p=27}} The monument was showcased at the Free Exhibition Hall in Copenhagen in the spring of 1931, before fundraising enabled it to be brought by sea to Skagen on 10 November 1932.{{sfn|Svanholm|2004|p=27}} In October 1938, lightning struck the Skagens Badehotel, affecting the wing with the salons and music rooms. During World War II, the hotel was taken over by the Germans, until it was demolished in 1943.{{sfn|Svanholm|2004|p=24}} Further facilities were developed in the 1950s. From the 1960s, housing estates were constructed to the north, forming a built-up area extending to Højen. Anna and Michael Ancher's house was opened as a museum (1967) and the new town hall was completed in 1969.<ref name=dsd/><ref name=slf/> The [[Skagen Festival]] was founded in 1971, making it the oldest music festival in the country. The primary genre is [[folk music]]. In 1977, [[Drachmanns House]] was broken into and four paintings were stolen, and then in 1980, a painting by [[Christian Krohg]] was stolen from Skagens Museum.<ref name=slf/>

Several fires and industrial incidents occurred in the 1980s. In 1981, an oil slick affected the coastline of Skagen municipality, and in 1985 a pipe bomb exploded at Ankermedet School. Skagen ice factory was affected by a chemical incident in 1989.<ref name=slf/> A new shrimp factory opened in the industrial area in 1991, while the local cinema was closed in 1993. There was a major fire on the [[Hulsig]] Heath dunes in 1996.<ref name=slf/>

==Skagen Painters==
{{main|Skagen Painters}}
[[File:Hip, Hip, Hurrah! Artists’ Party, Skagen (Peder Severin Krøyer) - Gothenburg Museum of Art - F 62.tif|thumb|left|P.S. Krøyer: ''[[Hip, Hip, Hurrah!]]'' (1888)]]
The [[Skagen Painters]] were a group of Scandinavian artists who visited the area every summer from the late 1870s until the turn of the century. They were attracted by the scenery, the fishermen and the social community of their fellow artists who encouraged them to paint ''[[en plein air]]'' following the example of the French [[Impressionist]]s while sometimes adopting the [[Realism (arts)|Realist]] approach of the [[Barbizon school|Barbizon School]]. They broke away from the rigid traditions of the Danish and Swedish art academies, preferring the modern trends they had experienced in Paris.{{sfn|Svanholm|2001|pp=30–43}}

The group was reputed to have adopted a bohemian lifestyle. It encompassed not only painters, but also writers, and other influential people. While only a few were full-time residents of the area, they were often joined by family and friends, especially during the summer months. The group initially revolved around [[Michael Ancher]] and his wife to be [[Anna Ancher|Anna]], the only member of the group who was a native of Skagen. [[P.S. Krøyer]], who arrived in 1882, was perhaps the most colourful member of the group.<ref>[http://www.denstoredanske.dk/Kunst_og_kultur/Billedkunst/Danmark_1850-1910/Peder_Severin_Kr%C3%B8yer "P.S. Krøyer"], ''Den Store Danske''. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 5 November 2013.</ref> His painting ''[[Hip, Hip, Hurrah!]]'' shows several of the artists celebrating around a table out in the garden. The painters included the Swedes [[Oscar Björck]] and [[Johan Krouthén]], the Norwegians [[Christian Krohg]] and [[Eilif Peterssen]], and the Danes [[Karl Madsen]], [[Laurits Tuxen]], [[Marie Triepcke Krøyer Alfvén]], [[Carl Locher]], [[Viggo Johansen]] and [[Thorvald Niss]]. The group also included the writers [[Holger Drachmann]], [[Georg Brandes]] and [[Henrik Pontoppidan]] and the Swedish composer [[Hugo Alfvén]]. They often gathered in [[Brøndums Hotel]] whose dining room now forms part of [[Skagens Museum]].{{sfn|Svanholm|2001|pp=30–43}}

In 1890, the railway to Skagen not only led to the expansion of the village but also brought in considerable numbers of tourists. It was largely responsible for breaking up the regular summer meetings of the artists' colony as they could no longer find suitable accommodation and venues for their meetings. However, some of them purchased homes in Skagen: P.S. Krøyer in 1894, [[Laurits Tuxen]] in 1901, Holger Drachmann in 1903.<ref>Mona Jensen (editor), "Danske kunstnerkolonier. Skagen. Fyn. Bornholm", Aarhus Kunstmuseums Forlag, 2000.</ref> Anna and Michael Ancher, Krøyer and Tuxen continued to paint in Skagen until well into the 20th century and were occasionally joined by their earlier friends. Other painters, sometimes referred to as the younger group of Skagen painters, continued to visit the area. They included [[Jørgen Aabye]], [[Tupsy Clement|Tupsy]] and [[Gad Frederik Clement]], [[Ella Heide]], [[Frederik Lange]] and [[Johannes Wilhjelm]], some of whom settled in the area until the 1930s or even later. Skagens Museum has a large collection of works from all the recognized artists who painted in Skagen.<ref>[http://www.kulturarv.dk/fileadmin/user_upload/kulturarv/museer/dokumenter/arbejdsplaner/Skagens_Museum.pdf "Skagens Museum: Insamling"] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304055125/http://www.kulturarv.dk/fileadmin/user_upload/kulturarv/museer/dokumenter/arbejdsplaner/Skagens_Museum.pdf |date=4 March 2016 }}, Kulturarv.dk. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 29 October 2013.</ref>

==Geography==
[[File:Skagen seen from the lighthouse 2009.jpg|thumb|250px|View of Skagen from the north]]
[[File:Skagen OSM map 2013.png|thumb|250px|Street map of the main area of Skagen.]]
Skagen is Denmark's northernmost town, located {{convert|41|km}} north of Frederikshavn, {{convert|108|km}} northeast of [[Aalborg]], and {{convert|226|km}} northeast of [[Aarhus]] by road.<ref name="GM">{{Google maps | url =https://maps.google.com/maps?ll=57.716667,10.583333&q=loc:57.716667,10.583333&hl=en&t=h&z=12 | access-date =1 November 2013}}</ref> It takes its name from the peninsula that projects into the waters between the North Sea and the straits of Denmark. The oldest areas lie along the south coast. [[Gammel Skagen]] (Old Skagen), also known as Højen, is located next to ''Nordstrand'' on the western side. Vesterby and Østerby are notable for their little fishermen's cottages and narrow streets.<ref name=dsd/> [[Danish national road 40]] to Frederikshavn passes through Skagen.<ref>[http://www.naturstyrelsen.dk/pv_obj_cache/pv_obj_id_AE7B478523809AFB954EF1FAF696D1D59D830300/filename/RPT085.pdf "Udbygning af landevejen Ålbæk – Skagen"]{{dead link|date=November 2017 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}. Naturstyrelsen. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 11 October 2013.</ref>

'''[[Grenen]]''' (also known as ''the Skagen Odde peninsula'') is bordered by [[Ålbæk Bay]] (''Ålbæk Bugt'') to the east on the [[Kattegat]] and Tannis Bay (''Tannis Bugt'') to the west on the [[Skagerrak]]. The area is picturesque, and distinguished by its low, yellow houses with red tile roofs nestled into the [[beach]] areas.{{sfn|Lonely Planet|2005|p=285}}
The wild landscape was largely formed by a severe process of [[desertification]] in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Problems with moving [[dune]]s and desertification were subsequently brought under control in the latter 19th and early 20th centuries by establishing large plantations of grasses, bushes and fir trees. Two significant migratory dunes remain in the area, one of which is the enormous [[Råbjerg Mile]].<ref>[http://www.toppenafdanmark.dk/denmark/raabjerg-mile-gdk640523 "Råbjerg Mile"], Toppen af Danmark. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 11 October 2013.</ref>

=== Bird life in Skagen ===
Skagen is the place in Denmark where the most bird species can be experienced, a total of 367 out of 471 bird species in the country.(2017)<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.skagenfuglestation.dk/fugletraekket/arter-og-tal|title=Arter og tal|website=www.skagenfuglestation.dk|access-date=18 March 2018}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.netfugl.dk/dklist.php|title=DK listen – Netfugl.dk|website=www.netfugl.dk|access-date=18 March 2018|archive-date=5 September 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150905040347/http://www.netfugl.dk/dklist.php|url-status=dead}}</ref>

Year round the area around Skagen, especially Grenen, is visited by hundreds of birdwatchers from all over Denmark, particularly in April–May and the beginning of June and to a lesser degree in August–November. Furthermore, the area is visited by birdwatchers from Sweden, Norway and Germany.

Other well-visited locations for birdwatchers are Ellekrattet, Nordstrand (near Batterivej), Skagen Harbour, Flagbakken southwest of the town as well as horse fields and brushwood near Fyrvej, Bøjlevejen and Buttervej.

Every day all year round Skagen Bird Observatory observes the migration on Grenen from the highest sand dune located between the parking lot and Grenen: "The World's End".

Volunteers at [https://www.skagenfuglestation.dk/ Skagen Bird Observatory] ring thousands of small birds in the Skagen area every year with permission from the [[University of Copenhagen Zoological Museum|Zoological Museum]] in Copenhagen.

==Climate==
Being surrounded by the sea in three directions, Skagen has a cool [[oceanic climate]] ([[Köppen climate classification|Cfb]]) with a lack of temperature extremes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.weatherbase.com/weather/weather-summary.php3?s=14060&cityname=Skagen%2C+Denmark&units=|title=Skagen, Denmark Climate Summary|publisher=Weatherbase|access-date=2 January 2015}}</ref> Its maritime and moderated characteristics is shared with the rest of the country. Skagen is Denmark's sunniest town with an average of 306 hours of sunshine in the holiday month of July, higher than the 276 hours recorded for Bornholm's [[Østerlars]].<ref>[http://vejret.tv2.dk/artikel/id-31490789:se-hvor-solen-skinner-mest-i-danmark.html Anders Brandt, "Se hvor solen skinner mest i Danmark"], ''TV2'', 21 June 2010. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 3 November 2013.</ref>

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|Feb record high C = 11.5
|Mar record high C = 15.7
|Apr record high C = 19.0
|May record high C = 23.6
|Jun record high C = 27.1
|Jul record high C = 28.2
|Aug record high C = 29.0
|Sep record high C = 22.6
|Oct record high C = 19.0
|Nov record high C = 13.2
|Dec record high C = 11.1
|year record high C = 29.0
|Jan high C = 3.0
|Feb high C = 2.7
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|Jul high C = 19.5
|Aug high C = 19.2
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|Oct high C = 11.4
|Nov high C = 7.3
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|year high C = 10.6
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|Feb mean C = 1.0
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|Apr mean C = 5.6
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|Jul mean C = 16.3
|Aug mean C = 16.2
|Sep mean C = 13.1
|Oct mean C = 9.5
|Nov mean C = 5.7
|Dec mean C = 3.1
|year mean C = 8.2
|Jan low C = -0.7
|Feb low C = -1.1
|Mar low C = 0.3
|Apr low C = 2.9
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|Sep low C = 10.4
|Oct low C = 7.1
|Nov low C = 3.6
|Dec low C = 1.0
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==Demographics==
The population of Skagen has mostly grown steadily, reaching a peak of 14,050 people in 1980, but has shown a marked decline in the 21st century. In 1672 Skagen had a population of 1,004, but by 1781 this had declined to 650.<ref name=slf/> The 1801 population of 834 began to grow significantly in subsequent decades, reaching 1,052 people in 1824 and jumping to 1,632 by 1840.<ref name=slf/> By 1850, it had dropped to 1,400, after which it again began to grow steadily. Major growth occurred in the 1870s and 1880s, with the population growing from 1,615 in 1870 to 1,954 in 1880 and 2,323 inhabitants in 1890.<ref name=slf/> Several of the new inhabitants were artists, who significantly altered the ethnic composition of Skagen, as they brought their friends and families from abroad to join the colony at Skagen. Noticeable change occurred between 1901 and 1906, when the population grew from 2,438 to 2,936, and again in the late 1910s, growing from 3,212 in 1916 to 3,854 in 1921.<ref name=slf/> Major growth began to take place in the 1930s and 1940s in Skagen, which grew from 4,048 inhabitants in 1930 to 5,358 in 1940. Skagen's population more than doubled between 1930 and 1955 when it reached a population of 9,009.<ref name=slf/> By 1960, Skagen had 10,213 inhabitants, growing to 11,253 in 1965. Following a municipal merger in 1971, the population jumped from 11,749 to 13,513.<ref name=slf/> Thereafter the population grew very steadily, reaching a peak of 14,050 in 1980. There has since been a steady decline, with 13,724 people recorded in 1990, 13,298 in 1994, and 12,691 in 2000.<ref name=slf/> In the 2000s, the permanent population of Skagen has shown a marked decline, falling from 12,213 in 2003<ref name=slf/> to 8,088 inhabitants in 2017.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.statistikbanken.dk/BY1|title=Statistikbanken|website=www.statistikbanken.dk|access-date=18 March 2018}}</ref>

==Economy==
{{see also|Port of Skagen}}
[[File:Skagen værft.JPG|thumb|270px|Wharf of the [[Port of Skagen]]]]
For generations, Skagen's economy has been based on its fishing industry that continues to prosper today, facilitated by its fishing harbour, the largest in Denmark. Skagen also has the country's main herring processing facility and the world's largest [[fish oil]] factory. The town's evolving fishing industry led to considerable growth in the local population that reached 11,500 in the 1960s. A fish auction is held at dawn in the harbour, and between May and October the harbour also attracts yachting enthusiasts.{{sfn|Porter|Prince|2009|p=403}}

Tourism has now become the town's main industry. Initially attracted by its associations with the Skagen Painters, well-to-do visitors sought to benefit from its special light, colour and its fishermen. Their interest led to new hotels, summer houses and expensive villas. The old fishing village was transformed into a miniature city with fine streets lined with boutiques. From the 1960s, it became increasingly fashionable for the upper-classes to spend their summers in Skagen.{{sfn|Lindeborg|Lindkvist|2013|p=64}}

Galleries selling local art and reproductions of Skagen's most iconic paintings have spread across the town, making it one of the places in Denmark with most galleries. Thanks to the town's growing reputation, sailing enthusiasts from Norway, Sweden and Denmark are now also among its frequent visitors. The quality brand name of Skagen has spread far afield, resulting in the establishment of the successful American watch company [[Skagen Designs]] that "set out to create a design driven company centred around the welcoming spirit of the city".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.skagen.com/us/en/about-us.html|title=About Us|website=skagen.com|access-date=18 March 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180318120548/http://www.skagen.com/us/en/about-us.html|archive-date=18 March 2018|url-status=dead|df=dmy-all}}</ref> Currently a new tourist initiative "The Top of Denmark" targets Skagen as a year-round attraction, not just a summer resort.{{sfn|Lindeborg|Lindkvist|2013|p=64}} The harbour is also being adapted to accommodate large international cruise ships. A new 450-meter berth will be completed by 2015 while the existing 170-meter berth will be extended to 200 meters.<ref>[http://www.skagenhavn.dk/dk/skagen_havn/nyheder/cruise_baltic_welcomes_new_partner_-_the_port_of_skagen_denmark.htm "Cruise Baltic welcomes new partner – the Port Of Skagen, Denmark"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131105013249/http://www.skagenhavn.dk/dk/skagen_havn/nyheder/cruise_baltic_welcomes_new_partner_-_the_port_of_skagen_denmark.htm |date=5 November 2013 }}, Skagen Havn, 26 September 2013. Retrieved 3 November 2013.</ref> Skagen now attracts some 2 million visitors a year to its hotels, restaurants, shops and galleries, making tourism a major source of income and employment.<ref>[http://www.skagen-tourist.dk/ln-int/north-jutland/skagen-historically "Skagen historically"] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131109191519/http://www.skagen-tourist.dk/ln-int/north-jutland/skagen-historically |date=9 November 2013 }}, Skagen-Tourist.dk. Retrieved 7 November 2013.</ref> An annual attraction is the [[Skagen Festival]], Denmark's oldest music festival, which is held the first weekend of July at various venues in Skagen and the harbour area.<ref name=sf>[http://skagenfestival.dk/festivalen/historie.html "Historie"] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131109224339/http://skagenfestival.dk/festivalen/historie.html |date=9 November 2013 }}, Skagen Festival. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 7 November 2013.</ref><ref>[http://frederikshavn.dk/Sider/Skagen-Festival-2013.aspx "Skagen Festival 2013"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131109224446/http://frederikshavn.dk/Sider/Skagen-Festival-2013.aspx |date=9 November 2013 }}, Frederikshavn Kommune. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 7 November 2013.</ref> The largest campsite in the Skagen area is Grenen Camping, situated about {{convert|1.5|km}} northeast of the centre, adjacent to the beach.{{sfn|Lonely Planet (Scandinavian Europe)|2009|p=97}}

Until 2007, Skagen was a municipality in its own right with a substantial local administration. With the reforms of 2007, it became part of Frederikshavn Municipality with a resulting loss in administrative jobs.<ref>[http://www.skagen-tourist.dk/nordjylland/skagen-historisk-set "Skagen historisk set"] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131016061150/http://www.skagen-tourist.dk/nordjylland/skagen-historisk-set |date=16 October 2013 }}, Skagen-tourist.dk. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 11 October 2011.</ref><ref>[http://dendigitalebyport.byhistorie.dk/koebstaeder/by.aspx?KoebstadID=50 "Skagen"], Dansk Center for Byhistorie. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 11 October 2013.</ref> The Bank of Skagen was established in 1862, and in 1865 a telegraph station was established in the town.<ref name=slf/> The pharmacy opened in 1904, a hospital in 1916, and telephone services were automated in 1956.<ref name=slf/> Ankermedet School was established in 1955. Recently, Skagen has seen developments in the offshore sector with an initiative to assist the Norwegian market through the establishment of Skagen Offshorepark in 2012.<ref>[http://www.nordjyske.dk/nyheder/offshore-industri-bringer-nyt-liv-til-skagen/a308dbbf-5d57-4faa-be8e-cf3c9be7dbf8/112/1513 Egon Kjøller, "Danskere og nordmænd etablerer Skagen Offshorepark i den lukkede Vestas Vindmøllefabrik"] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131017220010/http://www.nordjyske.dk/nyheder/offshore-industri-bringer-nyt-liv-til-skagen/a308dbbf-5d57-4faa-be8e-cf3c9be7dbf8/112/1513 |date=17 October 2013 }}, Nordjyske.dk, 15 May 2012. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 11 October 2013.</ref> On the shipbuilding front, Karstensens Skibsværft continues to prosper with orders for [[fishing trawler|trawler]]s from Norway.<ref>[http://www.maritimedanmark.dk/?Id=19547 "Skagenværft sikrer arbejde til 140 mand"], Maritime Danmark, 14 July 2013. Retrieved 11 October 2013.</ref>

Currently the harbour is being enlarged in order to accommodate larger vessels, especially cruise ships. From 2015 the enlarged harbour is expected to attract up to 40 large cruise ships per year compared to about a dozen smaller ships at present. The new harbour should provide new jobs increasing the workforce in the harbour from 2,000 today to some 2,600 on completion. Karstens Skibsværft, Danish Yacht, and the herring processing firm, Skagerrak Pelgic, are reported to be the most successful companies in Skagen but the town is also home to FF Skagen, the world's top producer of fish meal and fish oil.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.business.dk/vaekst/boomtown-paa-toppen-stoerste-investering-i-skagen-i-100-aar|title=Boomtown på toppen: Største investering i Skagen i 100 år|author=Lars Erik Skovgaard|newspaper=Berlingske|date=13 July 2014|access-date=14 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref>

===Commerce===
[[File:Matas-skagen.jpg|thumb|left|Shops in Skagen]]
Thanks to Skagen's reputation as an artistic community, the local arts and crafts trade is also an important source of income and employment. Artwork and handicrafts are sold in galleries on Trondsvej. Sankt Laurentii Vej, one of the main streets away from the harbour area in Skagen,{{sfn|Lonely Planet|2009|p=325}} known for its glass and pottery shops; of particular note are Skagen Glasvaerksted, which produces some of "Jutland's finest glass pieces", and Skagen Potteri.{{sfn|Porter|Prince|2009|p=405}} In addition to its arts and crafts stores, the town has a wide range of shops,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.skagen-tourist.dk/nordjylland/shopping/shopping-i-skagen-omraadet|title=Shopping i Skagen Området|publisher=Skagen-tourist.dk|language=da|access-date=1 November 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131104053103/http://www.skagen-tourist.dk/nordjylland/shopping/shopping-i-skagen-omraadet|archive-date=4 November 2013|df=dmy-all}}</ref> including jewellery, clothes and shoes, handbags, souvenirs, flowers and gardening equipment. There are also a variety of food stores with butchers, bakers, a cheese shop, fishmongers, and several restaurants and cafés.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.skagen-tourist.dk/nordjylland/shopping-og-service-i-skagen|title=Shopping og service i Skagen|publisher=Skagen-tourist.dk|language=da|access-date=1 November 2013|archive-date=1 November 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131101043721/http://www.skagen-tourist.dk/nordjylland/shopping-og-service-i-skagen|url-status=dead}}</ref>
[[File:Pakhuse Skagen.jpg|thumb|Restaurant Pakhuse in Skagen]]

Given the abundance of fresh fish coming it at the port of Skagen, seafood forms a staple of cuisine in Skagen. Of particular note is the [[Skagen Fiske Restaurant]] that was established in 1907 at the side of the harbour.{{sfn|Porter|Prince|Norum|2011|p=201}} Ruth's Gourmet in [[Ruth's Hotel]] on Hans Ruth Vej is also of note and has been cited to be one of the top five restaurants in Denmark outside of Copenhagen, serving French cuisine under head chef [[Michel Michaud]].{{sfn|Porter|Prince|Norum|2011|p=201}} Ruths Hotel was originally built by Emma and Hans Christian Ruth in 1904 as a bath and guest house.{{sfn|Jensen|2011|p=109}}

==Landmarks==

===Northern headland and lighthouses===
[[File:Skagen aka the skaw northmost point of denmark 6th may 2006.jpg|thumb|The northernmost point of Denmark is called ''Grenen'' (The Branch)]]
[[File:Skagen Grå Fyr Leuchtturm.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Skagen Lighthouse]] in 2019]]
At the headland at [[Grenen]], commonly but erroneously believed to be the northernmost point of Denmark, the North Sea and the Baltic Sea meet. Because of their different densities, a clear dividing line can be seen. As a result of turbulent seas, beachings and shipwrecks were common.<ref>[http://www.denstoredanske.dk/Danmarks_geografi_og_historie/Danmarks_geografi/Jylland/Grenen "Grenen"], ''Den Store Danske''. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 12 October 2013.</ref> These frequent losses combined with the town's strategic location as the gateway to the Baltic led to Skagen being the site of one of Denmark's earliest lighthouses, [[Skagen's Vippefyr|Vippefyr]], a [[lever light]] constructed in 1627. A faithful copy has now been constructed on the site of the original.<ref>[http://www.skagen-tourist.dk/denmark/vippefyret-gdk642658 "Vippefyret"] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131015084406/http://www.skagen-tourist.dk/denmark/vippefyret-gdk642658 |date=15 October 2013 }}, ''Den Store Danske''. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 12 October 2013.</ref>

The White Lighthouse (''det Hvide fyr'') just north of the town is Denmark's oldest brick-built lighthouse. With a height of {{convert|21|m|abbr=on}}, it was designed by [[Philip de Lange]] and lit for the first time in 1747. In 1858, it was replaced by the Grey Lighthouse (''det Grå fyr'') 2 km further north. Restored in 1960, the White Lighthouse now houses art exhibitions.<ref>[http://www.denstoredanske.dk/Danmarks_geografi_og_historie/Danmarks_geografi/Jylland/Jylland_-_fyr/Det_Hvide_Fyr_i_Skagen "Det Hvide Fyr i Skagen"], ''Den Store Danske''. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 12 October 2013.</ref>

===Churches===
[[File:Skagen church.jpg|thumb|left|The modern [[Skagen Church]]]]
The old village church from the 14th century is now known as [[The Sand-Covered Church]] as only its tower can still be seen. Sand began drifting in from Råbjerg Mile around 1600 and the area surrounding the church became affected by the [[Dune#Desertification|desertification]] that destroyed the fields. In 1775, the church door had to be dug free for the congregation to be able to attend the service, and for the following 20 years, the Skageners struggled to keep the church free from sand, without being allowed to close it down. In 1795 the church was closed by royal decree and the body of the church demolished.<ref name=kirkehistorie>{{cite web|url=http://www.kirkehistorie.dk/hjor/sogn1198.htm|title=Skagen gamle kirke (den tilsandede)|publisher=Danmarks Kirkehistorie|language=da|access-date=9 September 2013}}</ref>
{{sfn|Osborne|Mouritsen|2010|p=261}} A new church was built in 1841 to the design of [[Christian Frederik Hansen]]. The design was adapted in 1909–10 by Ulrik Plesner who also designed a number of other buildings in Skagen. Plesner collaborated with [[Thorvald Bindesbøll]] on the interior. Anne L. Hansen created interior decorations and a new colour scheme in 1989.<ref name=dsd>{{cite web|url=http://www.denstoredanske.dk/Danmarks_geografi_og_historie/Danmarks_geografi/Jylland/Jylland_-_byer/Skagen|title=Skagen|language=da|publisher=Gyldendal|access-date=1 November 2013}}</ref>
A highlight of the year is the celebration of [[Midsummer|Midsummer Eve]] or [[John the Baptist|St. John]]'s Evening (''Sankt Hans Aften'') on the beach with blazing bonfire and song.<ref>[http://www.skagen-tourist.dk/denmark/skt-hans-aften-i-skagen-gdk640849 "Skt. Hans aften i Skagen"] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131016063058/http://www.skagen-tourist.dk/denmark/skt-hans-aften-i-skagen-gdk640849 |date=16 October 2013 }}. Skagen-tourist.dk. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 13 October 2013.</ref>

===Museums===

====Skagens Museum====
[[File:Skagens museum.jpg|thumb|left|Skagens Museum]]

{{main|Skagens Museum}}
Towards the end of the 19th century, Skagen became the summer venue of a group of artists who were attracted by the way of life in the fishing village and by the opportunities for painting the fishermen and surrounding landscapes.{{sfn|Ancher|Ancher|Sandby|Agerholm|2000|p=np}} Skagens Museum was founded on 20 October 1908 in the dining room at Brøndums Hotel. Among the founders were artists Michael Ancher, P.S. Krøyer and Laurits Tuxen, who were elected to form the first board of governors together with Victor Christian Klæbel, the local pharmacist, and [[Degn Brøndum]], who was the proprietor of Brøndums Hotel and brother of Anna Ancher. In 1982, the exhibition rooms were extended with an annex designed by the Royal Surveyor, architect Jacob Blegvad. Blegvad also planned the later extension to the museum that was inaugurated in 1989.{{sfn|Ancher|Ancher|Sandby|Agerholm|2000|p=np}} Today Skagens Museum has more than 1,900 works of art at its disposal.<ref>[http://www.skagensmuseum.dk/ "Skagens Museum"]. Retrieved 12 October 2013.</ref>

==== Anchers Hus ====
[[File:ANCHER HOUSE INTERIOR - SKAGEN, DENMARK.jpg|thumb|Inside the Anchers' home]]
{{main|Anchers Hus}}
The former residence of the two painters Anna and Michael Ancher dates from 1884 and was expanded with a studio designed by Ulrik Plesner in 1913. Their only child, [[Helga Ancher]], who died in 1964, left the property to a foundation for conversion into a museum. Opened to the public in 1967, the house contains much of the original furniture, preserving the atmosphere of the artists' home. Together with the adjacent 18th-century Saxild House (''Saxilds Gaard''), it displays many of the Anchers' paintings as well as those of their artist friends. Saxild House hosts exhibitions and a museum café<ref>[https://skagenskunstmuseer.dk/en/museums/anchers-hus/ "Anchers Hus"]. artskagen.dk. Retrieved 09 November 2017.</ref>

====Drachmanns Hus====
{{main|Drachmanns Hus}}
[[File:HOME OF HOLGER DRACHMANN, SKAGEN, DK.jpg|thumb|right|Drachmann's House]]
Drachmanns Hus on Hans Baghs Vej in the west of the town is a large property built in 1829.<ref name="DH"/> Now a museum, it is dedicated to the writer and marine painter Holger Drachmann who lived in the house from 1902 until his death in a sanatorium in [[Hornbæk]] in January 1908. Drachmann had regularly visited Skagen from 1871.{{sfn|Svanholm|2004|p=47}}<ref name="DH">{{cite web|url=http://www.drachmannshus.dk/english.html|title=HusDrachmanns|publisher=Drachmanns Hus|access-date=1 November 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131103082859/http://www.drachmannshus.dk/english.html|archive-date=3 November 2013|df=dmy-all}}</ref> Drachmann's House, first opened to the public on 4 June 1911, offers a collection not only of his own oil paintings and sketchbooks,{{sfn|Rough Guides|2003|p=181}} but also of paintings from the colony's other artists including Krøyer, Tuxen and the Anchers.<ref name="DH"/> An annex contains a photographic exhibition about Drachmann. Every year, the house hosts a "Drachmann evening" in which enthusiasts gather together to hear readings, oral presentations and music related to the writer's life and works.<ref name="DH"/>

====Teddy Bear Museum====
In central Skagen there is a teddy bear museum, ''Skagen Bamsemuseum''. The teddy bears on display belong to the private collection of the owner Jonna Thygesen.<ref>[http://www.skagensbamsemuseum.dk/ "Skagens Bamsemueum"]. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 14 October 2013.</ref> It is the only teddy bear museum in Scandinavia. Opened in 1998, the collection contains about a thousand bears of all kinds, some of historic value. The museum also has a sculpture garden, an ice café and a teddy bear shop. Special events are arranged at Easter and Christmas.<ref>[http://www.skagensbamsemuseum.dk/introduktion.htm "Skagens Bamsemuseum"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131014182923/http://www.skagensbamsemuseum.dk/introduktion.htm |date=14 October 2013 }}. Retrieved 2 November 2013.</ref>

====Skagen Odde Nature Centre====
{{main|Skagen Odde Nature Centre}}
[[File:Keld Gydum-IMG 9857 skagen odde naturcenter.JPG|thumbnail|left|[[Jørn Utzon|Utzon's]] Skagen Odde Nature Centre]]
The [[Skagen Odde Nature Centre]] located close to the northern tip of the peninsula is a museum specially built to allow visitors to see, hear and understand more about the area's sand, water, wind and light. Each of the pavilions presents one of these elements in a special atmosphere. Designed by [[Jørn Utzon]], it is the most northerly building on Skagen Odde.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20121203204401/http://www.arcspace.com/features/utzon-architects/the-desert-fortress/ "The Desert Fortress: Utzon Architects"], Arcspace.com. Retrieved 6 October 2013.</ref>

====Skagen Town and Regional Museum====
[[Skagen Town and Regional Museum]] (''Skagen By- og Egnsmuseum''), an open-air museum, was opened by the local population in 1927. In 1938 it was moved to the sand dunes of Vesterby.<ref>[http://www.kystmuseet.dk/skagen/skagen-by-egnsmuseum/ "Museet i Skagen"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131018060732/http://www.kystmuseet.dk/skagen/skagen-by-egnsmuseum |date=18 October 2013 }}, Nordjyllands Kystmuseum. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 14 October 2013.</ref> The museum brings together examples of fishermen's cottages and the homes of less fortunate inhabitants of Skagen in the middle of the 19th century. There is an old life-saving station, a smithy, an old Dutch windmill, pictures of ships in distress and related nautical artefacts as well as a collection of items illustrating the town's history over various periods.<ref>[http://www.frommers.com/destinations/skagen/A29182.html "Review of Skagen By- & Egnsmuseum (Skagen Open-Air Museum)"], ''Frommer's''. Retrieved 14 October 2013.</ref><ref>[http://www.kultunaut.dk/perl/sted/type-nynaut/nr-6097 "Skagen By- og Egnsmuseum"], Kulturnaut.dk. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 14 October 2013.</ref>

==Education==
Skagen's first school was the ''Latinskole'', a grammar school, which was in operation from 1549 until 1739. By the end of the 19th century, three schools had been established in Skagen: one in Vesterby, another in Østerby and a third in Højen. As a result of evolving legislation, a new public primary school (''Borgerskolen'') designed by A. Haunstrup was completed in 1901. A gymnasium was added in 1909 but in 1924 it was converted into classrooms to accommodate the growing number of pupils. A secondary school (''Realskolen'') was opened in 1904 behind the former local authority building on Sct. Laurentii vej. The secondary school was later moved next to the primary school and in 1948 the buildings were extended. An additional two-storey wing was completed in 1969.<ref>[http://skagensiden.dk/asp/page.asp?id=216 "Kappelborg Skolen – Borgerskole"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131103115155/http://skagensiden.dk/asp/page.asp?id=216 |date=3 November 2013 }}, Skagensiden. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 2 November 2013.</ref>

In 1921, Skagen's Skipper School was opened to train navigators for both fishing boats and merchant ships. It is now the only remaining skipper school in Denmark with some 100 students from the whole of Scandinavia and 15 staff. In 2012, the school moved into new premises close to the Kattegat.<ref>[https://www.martec.dk/om-os/kontakt/find-vej/ "Skagen Skipperskole"]. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 2 November 2013.</ref> In 1955, the folkschool ''Ankermedets skole'' was opened on Skagavej, initially with 483 pupils and 16 classes. It has been extended several times over the years, most recently when a new wing was added in 2003.<ref>[http://skagensiden.dk/asp/page.asp?id=472 "Ankermedets skole"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131103120135/http://skagensiden.dk/asp/page.asp?id=472 |date=3 November 2013 }}, Skagensiden. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 2 November 2013.</ref> The private school ''Brovandeskolen'', a so-called free school, opened in 1977 for parents wishing to offer their children a new pedagogical approach. A primary goal is active cooperation between pupils, teachers and parents.<ref>[http://www.brovandeskolen.skoleintra.dk/Infoweb/Designskabelon8/Rammeside.asp?Action=&Side=&Klasse=&Id=&Startside=&ForumID= "Skolens historie"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130316061959/http://www.brovandeskolen.skoleintra.dk/Infoweb/Designskabelon8/Rammeside.asp?Action=&Side=&Klasse=&Id=&Startside=&ForumID= |date=16 March 2013 }}, Brovandeskolen. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 2 November 2013.</ref>

==Sport==
Skagen's sports centre dates from 1974 when its large hall was completed. A smaller hall with bedrooms was built in 1999. The centre has facilities for badminton, basketball, handball, hockey and tennis in addition to its football fields. Overnight accommodation is also available.<ref>[http://www.skagensportscenter.dk/?Sportsophold%26nbsp%3BSkagen "Skagen Sportscenter"] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131103155534/http://www.skagensportscenter.dk/?Sportsophold%26nbsp%3BSkagen |date=3 November 2013 }}. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 2 November 2013.</ref> Skagen Idræts Klub, the local football club founded in 1946, plays in Jyllandsserien, one of the lower divisions in [[Football in Denmark|Denmark's football system]].<ref>[http://www.skagenik.dk/page.aspx?id=2922 "Om klubben"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131106185016/http://www.skagenik.dk/page.aspx?id=2922 |date=6 November 2013 }}, Skagen IK. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 3 November 2013.</ref> Skagen also has a badminton club<ref>[http://www.skagenbadmintonklub.dk/?Velkommen "Skagen Badminton Club"]. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 3 November 2013.</ref> and a tennis club,<ref>[http://www.skagentennisklub.dk/ "Skagen Tennisclub"]. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 3 November 2013.</ref> The Hvide Klit Golf Club is located some {{convert|17| km|abbr=on}} south of the town on the road to Ålbæk. In season, it is popular with tourists.<ref>[http://hvideklit.dk/cms/ "Golfclubben Hvide Klit"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140121060957/http://hvideklit.dk/cms/ |date=21 January 2014 }}. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 3 November 2013.</ref>

==Transport==
[[File:Skagen harbour.JPG|thumb|right|[[Port of Skagen|Skagen harbour]]]]

=== Railway ===
The [[Skagen Line]] connects Skagen with [[Frederikshavn station]] in Frederikshavn to the south. [[Nordjyske Jernbaner]] operates a frequent train service between Skagen and Frederikshavn with onward connections by train to the rest of Denmark. [[Skagen station]], the most northerly railway station in mainland Denmark, is the principal station of the town.<ref name=NJStandsningssteder>{{cite web|url=https://nj.dk/information/standsningssteder-paa-skagensbanen/|title=Standsningssteder på Skagensbanen|publisher=[[Nordjyske Jernbaner]]|language=da|accessdate=4 May 2021}}</ref> Skagen's first station, opened in 1890, was designed by [[Thomas Arboe]]. The current building, completed in 1919, is the work of the architect Ulrik Plesner.<ref name=sbanen/><ref>[http://www.baner-omkring-aalborg.dk/?Arkitekterne_bag_stationerne "Arkitekterne bag stationerne"] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070928125234/http://www.baner-omkring-aalborg.dk/?Arkitekterne_bag_stationerne |date=28 September 2007 }}, Nordjyllands jernbaner. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 2 November 2013.</ref> The western part of Skagen is also served by the [[Frederikshavnsvej railway halt]].<ref name=NJStandsningssteder/>

[[File:Skagen Station.jpg|thumb|center|800px|Skagen Station]]

=== Bus ===
In the summer, there are buses from Skagen to [[Blokhus]] via [[Hirtshals]].

=== Ferry ===
From Frederikshavn, there are ferries to [[Gothenburg]] and [[Oslo]]. From Hirtshals, there are ferries to [[Stavanger]], [[Bergen]], [[Larvik]], Faroe Islands and [[Langesund]]

=== Airport ===
[[Aalborg Airport]] with flights to and from destinations across Europe is located some {{convert|100|km|abbr=on}} southwest of Skagen. It can be reached by train, bus or taxi.<ref>[https://www.aal.dk/tilfra "TIL/FRA AALBORG LUFTHAVN"], aal.dk/. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 18 July 2020.</ref>

=== Road ===
Skagen lies along [[Danish national road 40]], also known as Frederikshavnsvej, which connects the town to Frederikshavn, via [[Ålbæk]] to the southeast. The stretch of the road between Skagen and Ålbæk was asphalted in 1932.<ref name=slf/> [[Hirtshals]] on the western side of the peninsula can be reached by taking Road 597 from Ålbæk.<ref name="GM"/> The Bøjlevejen road is the main skirt road around the town to the north, along which lies the Skagen Odde Nature Centre.<ref name="GM"/> In the peak season during the summer months, Skagen can become congested with traffic.{{sfn|Lonely Planet|2009|p=326}} Free parking facilities are provided for short periods, and there is also a metered car park near the train station. As in other Danish cities, cycling is popular, and Skagen Cykeludlejning, to the west of the train station, and Pedersen on Kappelborgvej rent out bikes to tourists.{{sfn|Lonely Planet|2009|p=326}}{{sfn|Olesen|2011|p=15}} There are a number of interesting marked cycle routes in and around Skagen. These include circuits for mountain bikes.<ref>[http://danmarksrejsen.dk/naturperler/Skagens%20Odde/Friluftsliv/ "Skagens Odde – Friluftsliv"], Danmarks rejsen. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 2 November 2013.</ref>

==Notable people==
[[File:Michael Ancher Lars Kruse.jpg|thumb|140px|Lars Kruse, by Michael Ancher, 1908]]
[[File:Helga Ancher (1960’erne).jpg|thumb|140px|Helga Ancher, 1960's]]

Among those born in Skagen are:
* [[Jacob Brønnum Scavenius]] (1749–1820) a Danish landowner.
* [[Lars Kruse]] (1828–1894), fisherman and heroic lifesaver
* [[Degn Brøndum]] (1856–1932), proprietor of Brøndums Hotel frequented the [[Skagen painters]]
* [[Anna Ancher]] (1859–1935), the only member of the [[Skagen painters]] actually born in Skagen
* [[Amalie Claussen]] (1859–1950), artistic photographer
* [[Ulrik Adolph Plesner|Ulrik Plesner]] (1861–1933), the architect who gave Skagen its distinctive look
* [[Palle Bruun]] (1873–1910), the hydraulic engineer who designed Skagen's fishing harbour
* [[Helga Ancher]] (1883–1964) Danish painter, daughter of [[Anna Ancher]] and [[Michael Ancher]]
* [[Sturla Gudlaugsson]] (1913–1971) Danish-born Dutch art historian and director of the [[RKD]] and the [[Mauritshuis]] in The Hague
* [[Ida Marie Suhr]] (1853–1938), wealthy philanthropist and estate owner, frequent visitor to Skagen
* [[Hanne Marie Svendsen]] (born 1933), Danish writer and former broadcasting executive
* [[Friis Arne Petersen]] (born 1952), Danish diplomat, Denmark's ambassador to Germany
* [[Saliha Marie Fetteh]] (born 1962), Danish writer, lecturer and imam.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Johansen|first1=Simon|title=Skagboen, der blev islamisk feminist |url=https://www.kristeligt-dagblad.dk/mennesker/skagboen-der-blev-islamisk-feminist|work=Kristeligt Dagblad|date=25 August 2016|language=da}}</ref>
* [[Line (singer)|Line Dissing Karred Larsen]] (born 1996) known mononymously as ''Line'', is a Danish singer.

=== Sport ===
* [[Viggo Jensen (footballer born 1921)|Viggo Jensen]] (1921–2005), footballer, played professionally for [[Hull City A.F.C.]] 1949 / 1956.
* [[David Nielsen]] (born 1976), footballer with 361 club caps, current manager of [[Lyngby Boldklub]]
* [[Kamilla Rytter Juhl]] (born 1983), badminton player, silver medallist at [[2016 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Mariann Gajhede Knudsen]] (born 1984), a retired footballer, over 100 caps for the [[Denmark women's national football team|Denmark]]
* [[Nicolaj Thomsen]] (born 1993) Danish footballer, plays for [[F.C. Copenhagen]]

All the painters, writers and other members of the [[:Template:Skagen Painters|artists' colony]] also have close associations with Skagen.

==Twin towns==
Skagen is twinned with:
{| class="wikitable"
|- valign="top"
|
*{{flagicon|MYS}} [[Chenderiang]], [[Malaysia]]
*{{flagicon|NOR}} [[Farsund]], [[Norway]]
*{{flagicon|SWE}} [[Kristinehamn]], [[Sweden]]
||
*{{flagicon|PRC}} [[Qingdao]], [[China]]
*{{flagicon|FIN}} [[Seinäjoki]], [[Finland]]
*{{flagicon|GRL}} [[Sisimiut]], [[Greenland]]
|}

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==External links==
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{{wikivoyage|Skagen}}
* [http://www.skagen.dk/ Skagen Tourist board website – the official guide to the Skagen area]
* [http://www.skagen-guide.dk/ Skagen Guide – a guide to the Skagen area]
* [https://www.weather-atlas.com/en/Denmark/Skagen Weather forecast Skagen, Denmark] weather-atlas.com

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Ry, Denmark

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{{For|the former Ry municipality|Ry Municipality}}
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'''Ry''' ({{IPA|da|ˈʁyˀ|lang}}) is a town with a population of 7,536 (1 January 2025)<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by rural and urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> in central Denmark, located in [[Skanderborg municipality]] in [[Jutland]]. The town sprouted up around a [[Ry railway station|railway station]] 5 km east of the [[Old Rye|older town of Rye]] which is now much smaller than Ry.

==History==
In 1879, the town was described as follows: "Ry with a church, [[parsonage]], school, and [[inn]]."

Around the turn of the century, it was described as: "''Rye'' (1401: ''Rydhæ'', 1486: ''Ryde'', 1495: ''Ryæ'') with a church, parsonage, school, temperance home with assembly hall (built in 1899), savings bank (established in 1876; as of 31 March 1900, deposits totaled 33,948 kr. at 4% interest, reserve fund of 2,611 kr., and 323 accounts), inn, and telephone station." Likely compare the archaic Swedish word ''ryd'', meaning "clearing", also the name of a few villages in Sweden.

==Geography==
Ry is located along the [[Gudenå]] (''River Guden'') between the lakes ''Gudensø'', ''Birkesø'', ''Vessø'', ''Lillesø'', ''Rye Møllesø'' and ''Knudsø''.

Ry is known for [[Himmelbjerget]] one of the highest natural points in the Danish landscape. It is 147 m (482 ft) high.

== Education ==
Ry [[continuation school]] has won the girls school football tournament in Denmark 2005 and 2006. In 2006 Gudenå School, Ry held Smallschool Festival with more than 1,500 participants.

== Notable people ==
* [[Pauline Thomsen]] (1858 – 1931 in Ry) a Danish painter and art teacher; lived in Ry
* [[Maria Jacobsen]] (1882 in Siim near Ry – 1960) a Danish missionary and a key witness to the [[Armenian genocide]]
* [[Anna Klindt Sørensen]] (1899 in Ry – 1985) a Danish painter and illustrator, a strong, self-assured women who practised French Expressionism
* [[Ebbe Nielsen]] (1950 in Ry – 2001) a Danish entomologist, influential in [[systematics]] and [[Lepidoptera]] research
* [[Peter Sommer]] (born 1974) a Danish singer and songwriter, lives in Ry
* [[Jette Hansen (handballer)|Jette Hansen]] (born 1987 in Ry) a female former Danish handball player
* [[Lars Frederiksen & The Bastards]] (active years 2000–2005) an American street punk band, Lars Frederiksen lives in Ry
* [[Carsten Pedersen]] (Former cricket player) a male former cricket player for The Danish national team, lives in Ry

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20110829144948/http://www.skanderborg.dk/Languages/English.aspx Official municipality Website]

{{Skanderborg Municipality}}
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Sorø

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{{short description|Town in Region Zealand, Denmark}}
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'''Sorø''' ({{IPA|da|ˈsoːˌʁœˀ}}) is a [[town]] in [[Sorø municipality]] on the island of [[Zealand (Denmark)|Zealand]] in east [[Denmark]] with a population of 8,433 (2025).<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by rural and urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> It lies on the northeastern shore of [[Sorø Lake]]. The municipal council and the regional council are located in Sorø.

The town was founded in the 12th century by [[Bishop]] [[Absalon]], as a Cistercian Abbey. The site also contained [[Sorø Klosterkirke]], the church where Bishop Absalon and [[Margaret I of Denmark]] were buried (she was later moved to [[Roskilde Domkirke]]).<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|title=Sorø|url=https://www.britannica.com/place/Soro-Denmark|access-date=24 October 2023|website=[[Encyclopedia Britannica]]}}</ref> In the 16th century, the Abbey was converted into a school, which became [[Sorø Academy]]. Despite the construction of a rail line through the town in the mid-19th century, the academy remained the core of the settlement, and Sorø has limited industry. Today, Sorø is a commuter town, as much of its population works in either greater Copenhagen or Roskilde.

Sorø has a number of museums, including [[Sorø Museum]], [[Sorø Art Museum]], and the Hauch Collection at Sorø Academy. In addition, there are many historical buildings in the town; the [[Abbey Gate (Sorø)|Abbey gate]] dates to the 1160s.

== Etymology ==
Over the course of its early history, the town was referred to as ''Sora'', ''Soor'', ''Soram'', ''Soræ'', ''Zore'', and ''Soerøe''. The spelling ''Sorø'' has been in use since the 15th century. Its name is derived from the neighboring lake (Danish: ''Sorø Sø''), and means "the damp lake" or "the muddy lake."<ref name=":1" /> The name has been [[Latinisation of names|Latinize]]d as ''Sora''.

== History ==

=== Monastery settlement ===
The site of Sorø was first settled c. 1140, following the establishment of a [[Benedictines|Benedictine monastery]] by Jarl [[Asser Rig]] on the site. However, the initial Benedictine order was replaced by the jarl's son, bishop [[Absalon]], with an order of [[Cistercians]] in 1161.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Kræmmer|first=Michael|date=2012|title=Sorø Klosters ældste historie i de skriftlige kilder|trans-title=Sorø Monastery's oldest history in the written sources|url=https://tidsskrift.dk/Hikuin/article/view/109651/158991|journal=Hikuin|language=da|volume=39}}</ref> Allegedly, Absalon choose to replace the Benedictine order as they were ill-equipped to run the monastery grounds, and the Cistercians had more experience with land management.{{Citation needed|date=October 2023}} [[Sorø Abbey]] became the largest and wealthiest monastic site in Denmark, complete with a school for the training of clergy.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web|date=2012|title=Sorø|url=https://danmarkshistorien.dk/vis/materiale/soroe|access-date=25 October 2023|website=Danmarks Historien|publisher=[[University of Aarhus]]|language=da}}</ref>

[[File:Sorø - Klosterporten.JPG|thumb|[[Abbey Gate (Sorø)|Sorø Abbey Gate]], constructed between 1160 and 1200.]]The abbey's status, however, did not last. By the time of the [[Reformation in Denmark–Norway and Holstein|reformation]] in 1536, the monastery was used exclusively as a [[retirement home]] for [[monk]]s.{{Citation needed|date=October 2023}} Sorø was allowed to remain a Protestant monastery to administer its large land possessions. In 1586, [[Frederick II of Denmark|King Frederik II]] formally abolished the monastery, foundeding a boarding school on the site for the boys of the bourgeoisie and nobility, which eventually became known as [[Sorø Academy]].<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":2" /> In 1638, [[Christian IV of Denmark|Christian IV]] established a knight's academy near the initial school for the education of [[Christian IV of Denmark#Issue and private life|his sons]], and the town was formally given [[market town]] status to provide housing for the academy's faculty.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":2" /><ref name=":3">{{Cite web|last=Torm|first=Helge|title=Sorøs historie|url=https://trap.lex.dk/Sor%C3%B8s_historie#:~:text=Byen%20Sor%C3%B8%20blev%20grundlagt%20af,realiseret%20til%20en%20vis%20grad.|access-date=25 October 2023|website=lex.dk|publisher=Trap Danmark|language=da}}</ref> The school's first independent buildings were constructed in 1747 following the [[Bequest and devise|bequest]] of most of [[Ludvig Holberg]]'s estate to the academy.

=== The academy's village ===
The forests, lakes, and marshes which surround Sorø made it difficult to establish trade routes through the settlement. A small urban community with a number of craftsmen had grown in Sorø following its market town privileges, but most farmers in the area still preferred to travel to older markets to trade their harvests, and so the town struggled to maintain a significant trade.<ref name=":2" /> As a result, until the mid-19th century, Sorø was mostly populated by craftsmen, schoolchildren, and the academy's faculty. The city's survival was highly dependent on the academy, which is demonstrated by the fact that, for much of its history, the city's government operated out of a single room in one of the academy's buildings. It wasn't until 1845 that a town hall was built in the city's central square. The original town hall burned down in 1879, and a larger hall took its place, constructed in [[Neo Gothic|neo-gothic]] style.<ref name=":3" />

In 1856, the [[Copenhagen–Fredericia/Taulov Line]] was constructed through Sorø, increasing traffic to the town.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|last=Christiansen|first=Eigil|last2=Steenholt Olesen|first2=Rikke|title=Sorø|url=https://trap.lex.dk/Sor%C3%B8|access-date=24 October 2023|website=Lex.dk|publisher=Trap Danmark|language=da}}</ref> In contrast to most other Danish towns, the arrival of the railway did not result in a significant increase in industrialisation, and the town remained dominated by the academy, and other schools which had been founded in the area.<ref name=":2" /> The population of Sorø did expand as a result of the railway, however. In 1855 the town had a population of just 1,033, which had grown to 2,241 by 1901, and 4,881 in 1921.<ref name=":3" /> Significant expansion of the town took place towards the south, near the station, which has today become the district of Frederiksberg.<ref name=":2" />

=== Contemporary history ===
Though the town's population had stagnated during World War II and its immediate aftermath, it began to grow again in the 1960s and 70s. Its continued expansion in the later 20th century may be the result of increasing desire to move to suburban areas. In 1993, the [[European route E20|Vestmotorvej]] opened, passing close to Sorø, which made it an increasingly attractive [[commuter town]].<ref name=":2" />

Sorø has maintained its status as the administrative center in the region. It was made the administrative seat of the former Sorø Country in 1798, and then of [[West Zealand County]]. Following the [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal reform of 2007|municipal reform of 2007]], Sorø became the seat of the newly formed [[Sorø Municipality]].<ref name=":2" /><ref name=":3" />

==Transportation==
===Rail===
[[File:SorøStationSV.JPG|thumb|[[Sorø railway station]].]]
Sorø is located on the [[main line (railway)|main line]] [[Copenhagen–Fredericia/Taulov Line|Copenhagen–Fredericia railway line]] from [[Copenhagen]] to [[Funen]] and [[Jutland]]. [[Sorø railway station]] is located south of the town in the district of [[Frederiksberg (Sorø Municipality)|Frederiksberg]], and offers direct [[InterCity]] services to [[Copenhagen]], [[Funen]] and [[Jutland]] operated by the national [[railway company]] [[DSB (railway company)|DSB]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.dsb.dk/kundeservice/stationer/soro/|title=Sorø Station|publisher=DSB|language=da|accessdate=23 January 2024}}</ref>

== Notable people ==
[[File:Jens Schielderup Sneedorff.jpg|140px|thumb|Jens Schielderup Sneedorff, 1764]]
* [[Absalon]] (ca.1128–1201) a statesman and prelate of the Catholic Church, [[Ancient See of Roskilde|bishop of Roskilde]], 1158–1192 and [[List of bishops of Lund|archbishop of Lund]], 1178–1201.<ref>{{Cite EB1911|wstitle= Absalon|volume= 1|last= Bain|first= Robert Nisbet|author-link= Robert Nisbet Bain| pages = 73–74|short=1}}</ref>
* [[Caspar Bartholin the Elder]] (1585–1629 in Sorø) a physician, scientist and theologian.<ref>{{Cite EB1911|wstitle= Bartholinus, Gaspard|volume= 3| page = 449|short=1}}</ref>
* [[Ludvig Holberg|Ludvig Holberg, Baron of Holberg]] (1684–1754) writer, essayist, philosopher, historian and playwright; buried in Sorø.<ref>{{Cite EB1911|wstitle= Holberg, Ludvig Holberg, Baron|volume= 13|last= Gosse|first= Edmund William|author-link= Edmund William Gosse| pages = 580–581|short=1}}</ref>
* [[Otto Thott]] (1703–1785) a Count and landowner, lived and buried in Sorø
* [[Jens Schielderup Sneedorff]] (1724 in Sorø–1764) an author, professor of political science with a big role in the [[Age of Enlightenment]]
* [[Jens Paludan-Müller]] (1771 in Sorø–1845) a Danish bishop, teacher and author, [[Diocese of Aarhus|Bishop of Aarhus]] 1830–1845
* [[Christian Molbech]] (1783 in Sorø–1857) an historian and critic
* [[Bernhard Severin Ingemann]] (1789–1862 in Sorø) a novelist and poet.<ref>{{Cite EB1911|wstitle= Ingemann, Bernhard Severin|volume= 14| pages = 563–564|short=1}}</ref>
* [[Louise Thomsen]] (1823 in Sorø–1907) a pioneering photographer
* [[Christian Frederik Lütken]] (1827 in Sorø–1901) zoologist and naturalist
* [[Julius Petersen]] (1839 in Sorø–1910) mathematician, on [[graph theory]]
* [[Emilie Mundt]] (1842 in Sorø–1922) painter of portraits of children
* [[Bernhard Bang]] (1848 in Sorø–1932) veterinarian, worked on [[Mycobacterium bovis|bovine TB]]
* [[Margrete Heiberg Bose]] (1865 in Sorø–1952) an Argentine physicist
* [[Thorkel Møller]] (1868 in Sorø–1946) an architect, worked in Aarhus
* [[Astrid Holm]] (1893 in Sønder Bjerge Sogn – 1961) a Danish theater and film actress from the early silent film era<ref>{{Cite web|title=Astrid Holm|url=https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0391474/|access-date=7 June 2020|website=[[IMDb]]|language=en-US}}</ref>
* [[Lulu Ziegler]] (1903–1973), actress, singer and theatre director
* [[Yvonne Herløv Andersen]] (born 1942) a Danish politician, elected to the [[Folketing]] in 1977, serving variously for Sorø until 2001
* [[Ina Skriver]] (born 1945 in Sorø) retired actress and model, worked mostly in British films and TV, now lives in [[Withypool]], [[Somerset]]<ref>{{Cite web|title=Ina Skriver|url=https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0804871/|access-date=7 June 2020|website=[[IMDb]]|language=en-US}}</ref>
* [[Peter Reinhard Hansen]] (born 1968 in Sorø) Professor of Economics at the University of North Carolina
* [[Martin Høgsted]] (born 1982 in Dianalund) a Danish stand-up comedian<ref>{{Cite web|title=Martin Høgsted|url=https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2780403/|access-date=7 June 2020|website=[[IMDb]]|language=en-US}}</ref>

=== Sport ===
* [[Axel Thayssen]] (1885 in Sorø–1952) a Danish tennis player, competed in the [[1912 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Bent Jensen (rower)|Bent Jensen]] (born 1925 in Sorø–2016) a Danish rower, competed at the [[1952 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Trine Hansen]] (born 1973) a retired female rower, bronze medallist at the [[1996 Summer Olympics]], grew up in Sorø

== Gallery ==
<gallery>
File:Sorø 1896.jpg|Map of Sorø by V.F.A. Berggreen, 1896.
File:Soroe(13)Skibet set mod øst-2.jpg|The interior of [[Sorø Klosterkirke|Sorø Abbey Church]], 2012.
File:Prospekt af Sorø.jpg|Depiction of the view of Sorø from across the lake with [[Sorø Klosterkirke|Sorø Abbey Church]] emerging on the upper right.
File:Sorø ca 1900.jpg|Map of Sorø from ''Frems Amtskort over Danmark'', c. 1900.
File:At Torvet Square in Soroe, Denmark 1933.jpg|Photography of Torvet Square, 1933, [[Berit Wallenberg]]. The building on the left of the image is ''Regensen'', a 17th-century building used as a boarding house for students at Sorø Academy.
File:20181121 Soro Storgade 0022 (31056068277).jpg|Storgade in Sorø, 2018.
</gallery>

==See also==
* [[Sorø Museum]]
* [[Sorø Art Museum]]
* [[Sorø Academy]]
* [[Sorø Abbey]]
* [[Sorø Klosterkirke]]

== Further reading ==

* {{Cite journal|last=Kræmmer|first=Michael|date=2012|title=Sorø Klosters ældste historie i de skriftlige kilder|trans-title=Sorø Monastery's oldest history in the written sources|url=https://tidsskrift.dk/Hikuin/article/view/109651/158991|journal=Hikuin|language=da|volume=39}}

==References==
<references/>

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Ribe

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'''Ribe''' ({{IPA|da|ˈʁiːpə}}) is a town in south-west [[Jutland]], Denmark, with a population of 8,367 (2025).<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Statistikbanken |url=https://www.statbank.dk/BY1 |publisher=statbank.dk}}</ref> It is the seat of the [[Diocese of Ribe]]. Until 1 January 2007, Ribe was the seat of both a surrounding [[Ribe Municipality|municipality]] and [[Ribe County|county]]. It is now part of the enlarged [[Esbjerg Municipality]] in the [[Region of Southern Denmark]]. It is the oldest town in Denmark.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.visitnordic.com/en/attraction/ribe | title=Ribe is the oldest town in the Nordic countries |publisher=visitnordic.com}}</ref>

==History==
[[File:Ribe, the Fiskergade.jpg|thumb|Street in Ribe]]
The town was a center of commercial activity in the early 8th century, and this may have originated with royal influence. Coins may have been struck there in 720. Whichever king was involved in the digging of the [[Kanhave Canal]] may have been involved in the establishment of Ribe also. Trade contacts were mostly with [[Frisia]] and England.<ref name=cambridge>{{cite book |title=The New Cambridge Medieval History |editor1-first=Rosamond |editor1-last=McKitterick |editor2-first=Timothy |editor2-last=Reuter |year=1995 |page=205 |publisher=Cambridge UP |isbn=9780521362924 }}</ref> Of the over 300 [[sceat]]as found in Denmark, 216 come from in or around Ribe, most of them were of the Frisian Wodan type, and these were likely minted in Ribe in the early eighth century.<ref name=feveile>{{cite book|chapter=Series X and Coin Circulation in Ribe |pages=53–68 |first=Claus |last=Feveile |editor1-first=Tony |editor1-last=Abramson |title=Two Decades of Discovery |series=Studies in Early Medieval Coinage: Two Decades of Discovery |volume=1 |publisher=Boydell Press |year=2008 |isbn=9781843833710}}</ref> The [[Ancient Diocese of Ribe]] was established in 948 with the consecration of [[Leofdag of Ribe]] as its first bishop.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=Taylor |first=Arthur |url=https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/16070b.htm |title=The Catholic Encyclopedia |publisher=The Encyclopedia Press |year=1914 |volume=16 |location=New York |chapter=Ancient See of Ribe in Denmark (Jutland) }}</ref>

Early in the ninth century a 2-meter wide ditch (a demarcation rather than a fortification) was dug around the town, enclosing a 12-hectare area. Later that century the ditch was replaced by a moat, 6 to 7 meters wide. Archeological evidence shows Ribe was "an active and impressive market place" in the eighth and ninth centuries, and again at the end of the eleventh century, but there is little evidence from the period in between; the town may have dwindled or even disappeared.<ref name=feveile/>

When archbishop [[Ansgar]] set out to christianize Scandinavia, he requested (in about 860) of King [[Horik II]] of Denmark that the first Scandinavian church be built in Ribe, which at the time was one of the most important trade cities in Scandinavia. However, the presence in Ribe of a bishop, and thus a cathedral, can only be confirmed from the year 948. Recent archaeological excavations in Ribe, however, have led to the discovery of between 2,000 and 3,000 Christian graves. They have been dated to the ninth century, indicating that a large Christian community was already living peacefully together with the Vikings at the time.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.b.dk/viden/danskere-var-kristne-laenge-foer-harald-blaatand|title=Danskere var kristne længe før Harald Blåtand´|author=Lisbeth Quass|newspaper=Berlingske|date=24 July 2014|language=da}}</ref> Excavations conducted between 2008 and 2012 have also revealed more details of the original church built by Ansgar.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.kristeligt-dagblad.dk/danmark/2014-07-23/danskere-var-kristne-l%C3%A6nge-f%C3%B8r-harald-bl%C3%A5tand|title=Danskere var kristne længe før Harald Blåtand|newspaper=Kristeligt Dagblad|date=23 July 2014|access-date=26 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref>

Construction on the [[Ribe Cathedral]] started in 1150, on top of an earlier church, most probably [[Ansgar]]'s church, built in 860.<ref>{{cite book |title=Rimbert: Life of Anskar, the Apostle of the North, 801–865, translated from the Vita Anskarii by Bishop Rimbert his fellow missionary and successor |url=http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/basis/anskar.asp |accessdate=26 September 2022 |first=Charles H. |last=Robinson |publisher=Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge|year=1921}}</ref> The [[Treaty of Ribe]] was proclaimed in 1460. Being located in a large region of low-lying marshland, Ribe has repeatedly been hit by storm floods, the most devastating being the [[Burchardi flood]] of 1634. The marks after this flood can still be seen on the cathedral's walls and is also marked as the top point on a flood pillar in the town.<ref>{{cite web| title=De 5 største stormfloder i Vadehavet | url=https://naturstyrelsen.dk/naturoplevelser/naturguider/vadehavet/stormfloderne/ | publisher=Naturstyrelsen (Denmark's Ministry of Environment) | access-date=18 October 2023 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web| title=Historiske stormfloder i Nordsøen og Danmark | url=https://www.dmi.dk/hav-og-is/temaforside-stormflod/historiske-stormfloder-i-nordsoen-og-danmark/ | date=3 July 2018 | publisher=Danish Meteorological Institute | access-date=18 October 2023 }}</ref>

The Catholic diocese was dissolved in 1536 during the [[Reformation]]; it was succeeded by the [[Diocese of Ribe]], governed by the newly established protestant [[Church of Denmark]].

On 1 January 2007, the [[Ribe Municipality|Municipality of Ribe]] ceased to exist as it merged with the municipalities of [[Esbjerg Municipality|Esbjerg]] and [[Bramming Municipality|Bramming]], now forming the new municipality of Esbjerg.

==Demographics==
The following table shows the population of Ribe. Data from before the 18th century are estimates, the rest are taken from the official census.

{|
| valign="top" |
{| class="wikitable"
! style="background:#efefef;" | Year
! style="background:#efefef;" | Population
|-
| 1500 || align="right" | ~5,000
|-
| 1591 || align="right" | ~4,500
|-
| 1641 || align="right" | ~3,500
|-
| 1672 || align="right" | ~2,000
|}
| valign="top" |
{| class="wikitable"
! style="background:#efefef;" | Year
! style="background:#efefef;" | Population
|-
| 1769 || align="right" | 1,827
|-
| 1801 || align="right" | 1,994
|-
| 1850 || align="right" | 2,984
|-
| 1901 || align="right" | 4,243
|-
|}
| valign="top" |
{| class="wikitable"
! style="background:#efefef;" | Year
! style="background:#efefef;" | Population
|-
| 1976 || align="right" | 7,452
|-
| 1981 || align="right" | 7,646
|-
| 1986 || align="right" | 7,709
|-
| 1990 || align="right" | 7,636
|}
| valign="top" |
{| class="wikitable"
! style="background:#efefef;" | Year
! style="background:#efefef;" | Population
|-
| 1996 || align="right" | 8,105
|-
| 2000 || align="right" | 7,984
|-
| 2001 || align="right" | 8,031
|-
| 2002 || align="right" | 8,033
|}
| valign="top" |
{| class="wikitable"
! style="background:#efefef;" | Year
! style="background:#efefef;" | Population
|-
| 2003 || align="right" | 8,006
|-
| 2004 || align="right" | 7,990
|-
| 2006 || align="right" | 8,081
|}
|}

==Notable sites==
*[[Ribe Cathedral]]
*[[Ribe Kunstmuseum]] - an art museum
*[[Riberhus]] - a castle (only some ruins remain, along with the water moat) likely built by [[Eric V of Denmark]] in the 1200s
*[[Wadden Sea Centre]] - a museum and visitors center for the [[Wadden Sea National Park, Denmark|Wadden Sea National Park]], located a few km outside Ribe

==Education==
[[File:Raadhuset i Ribe.jpg|thumb|140px|[[City hall|The old cityhall]].]]
The town of Ribe has a long history as a center of learning. The [[cathedral school]] ([[Ribe Katedralskole]]) has its roots in the Latin School of Ribe, dating back to at least 1145, when the bishop officially handed over the [[Chapter (religion)|chapter]]'s school.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www4.sa.dk/content/dk/daisy/arkivskaber_detaljer?ngid=536329|title=Ribe Katedralskole|language=da|publisher=The Danish National Archives|access-date=12 July 2015}}</ref>

===Schools===
* [[Ribe Katedralskole]]
* The State College of Education in Ribe (Teacher Training College), part of the University College of West Jutland
* Ribe Business College
* VUC (Adult Education Center)

==Transport==
[[File:Dagmarsgade 16, Ribe 2023 vest 1.jpg|thumb|[[Ribe railway station]] in 2023]]
Ribe is served by [[Ribe railway station]], located on the [[Bramming–Tønder railway line]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://arriva.dk/kundeservice/stationer/ribe-station|title=Ribe Station|publisher=Arriva|language=da|accessdate=23 January 2024}}</ref> The northern part of the town is also served by the [[railway halt]] [[Ribe Nørremark railway halt|Ribe Nørremark]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://arriva.dk/kundeservice/stationer/ribe-noerremark-station|title=Ribe Nørremark Station|publisher=Arriva|language=da|accessdate=23 January 2024}}</ref>

Ribe is located near the [[Wadden Sea]] coastline and within reach of the north sea port [[Esbjerg]].<ref>{{cite web| title=The Viking History Of Ribe, Denmark’s Oldest Town | url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidnikel/2025/03/31/the-viking-history-of-ribe-denmarks-oldest-town/ | author1=David Nikel | date=31 March 2025 | publisher=Forbes | access-date=8 May 2025 }}</ref>

==Notable people==
[[File:Anders Bording.jpg|thumb|140px|Anders Bording, 1645]]
[[File:Rued Langgaard.gif|thumb|140px|Rued Langgaard, 1917]]
[[File:Holger Kirkholm Nielsen.jpg|thumb|140px|HK Nielsen, 2012]]

=== The arts ===
* [[Anders Bording]] (1619–1677), poet
* [[Christine Daugaard]] (1831–1917), Danish writer and poet
* [[Kristen Feilberg]] (1839 in Vester Vedsted – 1919), photographer of the peoples and landscapes of Sumatra and Singapore
* [[Jacob Riis]] (1849–1914), an American immigrant photographer, wrote ''[[How the Other Half Lives]]''
* [[Bodil Hauschildt]] (1861–1951), photographer
* [[J. Bodewalt Lampe]] (1869–1929), American composer, arranger, performer
* [[Jens Olsen]] (1872–1945), a clockmaker and locksmith
* [[Astrid Noack]] (1888–1954), a Danish sculptor
* [[Rued Langgaard]] (1893–1952) a late-Romantic composer and organist at [[Ribe Cathedral]]
* [[Kjeld Abell]] (1901–1961), playwright, screenwriter and theatrical designer
* [[Børge Ring]] (1921–2018), animated short film writer, director and animator
* [[Annemette Kure Andersen]] (born 1969), poet and literary editor
*[[Per Vers]] (born 1976), rapper<ref>{{Cite web|last=Vers|first=Per|date=2016-01-13|title=En brobygger-bromance|url=https://vers.dk/bromance/|access-date=2021-09-21|website=Per Vers|language=da-DK}}</ref>

=== Politicians, clergy, and officials===
* [[Valdemar II of Denmark]] (1170–1241), King of Denmark<ref>{{Cite EB1911|wstitle= Valdemar II. | volume= 27 |last= Bain |first= Robert Nisbet |author-link= Robert Nisbet Bain| pages = 841–842 |short= 1}}</ref>
* [[Hans Tausen]] (1494–1561), leader of the [[Reformation in Denmark]],<ref>{{cite EB1911|wstitle=Tausen,_Hans |volume= 26 |short=x}}</ref> [[Bishop]] of Ribe 1542–1562.
* [[Peder Palladius]] (1503–1560), theologian, priest and bishop
* [[Maren Spliid]] (c.1600–1641), victim of the persecution of witches
* [[Hans Schack, 2nd Count of Schackenborg]] (1676 in Ribe – 1719), nobleman
* [[Hans Adolf Brorson]] (1694–1764), Danish [[Pietist]] clergyman and hymn writer
* [[Friderich Christian Hager]] (1756–1795), colonial commander and governor of the [[Danish Gold Coast]]
* [[Christian Nielsen Lund]] (1846–1921), Mormon pioneer and Utah Territorial Legislature member
* [[Elisabeth Dons Christensen]] (born 1944), theologian, bishop of the [[Diocese of Ribe]] 2003–2014
* [[Holger K. Nielsen]] (born 1950), former leader of the [[Socialist People's Party (Denmark)|Socialist People's Party]]

=== Science and business ===
* [[Vibeke Jensdatter]] (1638–1709), merchant
* [[Emil Christian Hansen]] (1842–1909), brewmaster and mycologist
* [[Cathrine Horsbøl]] (1872–1947), furniture designer
* [[Jens Rasmussen (human factors expert)|Jens Rasmussen]] (1926–2018), professor
* [[Erik Hansen (architect)|Erik Hansen]] (1927–2016), architect

=== Sport ===
* [[John Lauridsen]] (born 1959), footballer
* [[Martin Rauschenberg]] (born 1992), footballer
* [[Mikael Uhre]] (born 1994), footballer

==Twin cities and towns==

{|
|- valign="top"
|
* {{flagicon|FRA}} [[Balleroy]], [[Normandy]], France
* {{flagicon|UK}} [[Ely, Cambridgeshire]], United Kingdom.
* {{flagicon|GER}} [[Güstrow]], [[Mecklenburg-Vorpommern]], Germany.
* {{flagicon|AUT}} [[Krems an der Donau|Krems]], [[Lower Austria]], Austria
||
* {{flagicon|NOR}} [[Leikanger]], [[Sogn og Fjordane]], Norway.
* {{flagicon|GER}} [[Ratzeburg]], [[Schleswig-Holstein]], Germany.
* {{flagicon|SWE}} [[Strängnäs]], [[Södermanland County|Södermanland]], Sweden.
|}

==See also==
* [[Dankirke]]

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==Sources==
* ''The New Cambridge Medieval History''. Cambridge University Press, 1995. {{ISBN|0-521-36292-X}}.
* {{Catholic|wstitle=Ancient See of Ribe}} [[s:Catholic Encyclopedia (1913)/Ancient See of Ribe in Denmark (Jutland)]]

==External links==
{{Commons category}}
* [http://www.visitribe.com Official Tourism website]

{{Esbjerg Municipality}}
{{Baltic emporia}}
{{Authority control}}

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[[Category:Esbjerg Municipality]]
[[Category:8th-century establishments in Europe]]

Hadsten

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'''Hadsten''' (locally {{IPA|da|ˈhæ(ð)ˌste̝ˀn|}}) is a [[railway town]] in central [[Denmark]] and, with a population of 8,560 (1 January 2025),<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> the largest town in [[Favrskov Municipality]]<ref>[http://www.favrskov.dk/site.aspx?MenuID=133&Langref=1&Area=&topID=&ArticleID=5153&expandID=1519&moduleID= "De største byer"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131211115139/http://www.favrskov.dk/site.aspx?MenuID=133&Langref=1&Area=&topID=&ArticleID=5153&expandID=1519&moduleID= |date=11 December 2013 }}. Retrieved 2012-09-27.</ref> located in [[Region Midtjylland]] in Central [[Jutland]]. Until 1 January 2007 it was the site of the municipal council of the now former [[Hadsten municipality]]. Other names for Hadsten are: Hadsten Stationsby.

Hadsten has many educational institutions, including a [[technical school]], [[Gymnasium (Denmark)|gymnasium]] (Secondary school), and [[folk high school]]. Hadsten is famous for having one of the largest model railways in [[Europe]].<ref>[http://www.modelbaneeuropa.hadsten.dk/indexe.html Modelbane Europa] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130221045506/http://www.modelbaneeuropa.hadsten.dk/indexe.html |date=21 February 2013 }}(website)</ref> Besides that, Hadsten has the shortest pedestrian street in Europe.

In Denmark, pronunciation of the town's name has often been the subject of confusion, as locals pronounce the name with a silent "d"; as "Ha'sten".

==Etymology==
Hadsten was mentioned in text for the first time in [[1432]] as ''Halstiern'', which seems like it comes from the old Danish word ''tjærn'', meaning 'little lake'. The river in Hadsten, Lilleåen, did at the time form a little lake at [[Kollerup Gods]].

When the train station was built, the town of Vinterslev was actually larger, but since the Post Office believe it would cause confusion with the town Vinderslev in [[Silkeborg Municipality]], Hadsten Stationsby was chosen instead.<ref>{{cite book |last=Jensen |first=Børge |title= Hadsten i 150 år (2012) |trans-title=Hadsten through 150 years |isbn=}}</ref>

== History ==
[[File:Søndergade (Hadsten) 01.JPG|thumb|left|The flooding in 1910 (Søndergade)]]
Archaeological excavations around the town have shown that people have lived in Lilleådalen as far back as 2,000 BC in the [[Nordic Stone Age]]. The excavation at the water mill, which later became known as Hadsten Mølle, have revealed the remains of an even older water mill from around the 1190's in the early High Middle Ages. The present mill originates from the 1400s during the Clausholm Castle era, and later gained its present name of Hadsten Mølle.

Hadsten was mentioned for the first time in 1432 as Halstiern suggesting to come from the [[Old Norse]] word ''tjærn'' which means "little lake", while the neck also in [[Old Danish]] refers to the narrowing the small river valley have of Kollerup Gods.{{explain|reason=The last part of the sentence does not make much sense|date=January 2017}} The water level this river at that time has stood 2–3 meters higher than it is today - which is why the valley was marked by lakes.

The modern town was founded on 3 September 1862, when ''Den østjyske længdebane'' (The Eastern Jutland Railway) opened. In 2012, the town celebrated its 150th anniversary, with a visit by [[Frederik X|Frederik]], the Crown Prince of Denmark and his wife, [[Mary, Crown Princess of Denmark]].<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.berlingske.dk/www-berlingske-dk/mary-gav-bolden-op-for-oestjylland | title=Mary gav bolden op for Østjylland | date=8 September 2012 }}</ref> The town was at the plant of the East Jutland stretch of railway line, which was officially inaugurated on 3 September 1862. Therefore, this date is seen as the town's founding. In September 2012 celebrated its 150th anniversary with the visit of Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary.

One of the most advanced buildings in Denmark is in Hadsten; it functions as a café, library and auditorium.

==Geography==
Hadsten’s average elevation above sea level is 44 meters.{{CN|date=December 2021}}

== Culture ==
The [[Hadsten Grand Prix]], a bicycle race, has been annually hosted in the city since 1993.

== Urban districts of Hadsten ==
* Hadsten Stationsby, current center of the city.
* Neder- and Over Hadsten, original villages, now integrated into the city.
* Vinterslev, original village, now integrated into the city.

== Notable people ==
* [[Frederik Bergmann Larsen]] (1839 – 1916 in Hadsten) a famous Danish doctor, known by some as ''the miracle doctor''
* [[:da:Sørine Gotfredsen|Sørine Gotfredsen, (Danish Wiki)]] (born 1967 in Hadsten) Danish priest and journalist
* [[Morten Bisgaard]] (born 1974 in Hadsten) a football coach and former football player, over 350 club caps, including over 100 for [[Derby County F.C.]] and 8 games and 1 goal for the [[Denmark national football team|Denmark]]
* [[Maria Fisker Stokholm]] (born 1990 in Hadsten) a handball player for Viborg HK and the Danish national team
* [[Jonas Bager]] (born 1996 in Hadsten) a footballer with 86 club caps with [[Randers FC]]

== Gallery ==
<gallery mode=packed>
150-Byjubilæum-2012-1.JPG|Hadsten Station
Søndergade-Byjubilæum-2012.JPG|Søndergade
Lilleåmarked 2013 02.JPG|''"Lillåmarked"'', an annual festival and gathering in Lilleå park
Det Nye Løb 2013.jpg|''"Det Nye Løb"'' (The New Race), annual cycling race
09-10-04-v2-Hadsten, Skt. Pauls kirke (Favrskov).JPG|Skt. Pauls kirke
Over Hadsten kirke (Favrskov).JPG|Over Hadsten church
Over Hadsten 01.jpg|Over Hadsten
Kollerup Gods.JPG|Kollerup Manor
Hadsten Højskole 02.JPG|Hadsten Højskole, a folk highschool
Udvidelse af Hadsten Husholdningsskole 1938.JPG|Hadsten Husholdningsskole (1938), originally a school for housekeeping now a vocational school
Hadsten Hallen - Familiemesse oktober 2012.JPG|Hadsten Hallen, a fair and exhibition centre
Hadsten Idræts- og Kulturhus Sløjfen 03.JPG|Sløjfen (sports and culture centre)
Retro World - panoramio.jpg|Retro World, a retro Bed & Breakfast themed on the 60s and 70s in Denmark.
</gallery>

==Sister cities==
Hadsten has one [[town twinning|twinned]] city:<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.saarijarvi.fi/fi/palvelut/kulttuuripalvelut/kulttuuritoimi/ystavyyskunnat_ja_-kaupungit/?id=1656|publisher=City of Saarijärvi|title=Ystävyyskuntatoiminta|access-date=2012-06-01|language=no|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131206232226/http://www.saarijarvi.fi/fi/palvelut/kulttuuripalvelut/kulttuuritoimi/ystavyyskunnat_ja_-kaupungit/?id=1656|archive-date=6 December 2013|df=dmy-all}}</ref>
* {{flagicon|FIN}} '''[[Saarijärvi]]''', [[Western Finland]], [[Finland]]

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
{{Commons category}}
* [http://www.favrskov.dk Official municipality website] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20061205020838/http://www.favrskov.dk/ |date=5 December 2006 }}

{{Favrskov Municipality}}
{{Municipal seats of Denmark}}
{{Authority control}}

[[Category:Hadsten| ]]
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[[Category:Towns and settlements in Favrskov Municipality]]

Hørning

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{{distinguish|text = the village of Hørning in [[Randers municipality]]}}

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'''Hørning''' is a town in central [[Denmark]] with a population of 8,542 (1 January 2025),<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by rural and urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Database from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> located in [[Skanderborg Municipality]] on the peninsula of [[Jutland]]. Today Hørning is a southwestern suburb of [[Aarhus]] located between Aarhus and [[Skanderborg]].

Hørning should not be mistaken for [[Herning]] which is the bigger, more metropolitan city in Jutland where the regional train passing through Hørning is also destined to.

==Etymology==
Hørning got its name from a bend in the main road that runs through the town. In Danish, a bend can be loosely translated to "Hjørne" (Corner), and "ing" (People) is a typical ending for city names in Denmark, dating the name to the Middle Ages. Over the years the "j" disappeared, and thus the name became Hørning. The bend in the main road is close by "Hørning Kro", the town inn. On the other side of the bend, you'll find the old [[rytterskole|rider school]], which was a commoners' school built by [[Frederick IV of Denmark|King Frederick IV]].

== Notable people ==
* [[Johannes Hjelmslev]] (1873 in Hørning – 1950) a mathematician who worked in geometry and the history of geometry
* [[Jesper Rask]] (born 1988 in Hørning) a Danish football goalkeeper, 294 caps with [[Hobro IK]]
* [[Stig Tøfting]] (born 1969) a Danish football player, turning out for [[Bolton Wanderers F.C.]] and [[Hamburger SV]]
* [[Nicklas Nielsen]] (born 1997 in Hørning) a Danish Ferrari GT factory racing driver
* [[Alexander Lind (footballer, born 2002)|Alexander Lind]] (born 26 june 2002) a Danish football player

==External links==
*[https://www.skanderborg.dk/ Official municipality website]

==References==
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{{Skanderborg Municipality}}

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Hinnerup

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'''Hinnerup''' is a small town in eastern [[Jutland]], [[Denmark]], in [[Favrskov Municipality]], [[Region Midtjylland]], northwest of [[Aarhus]]. It has become mostly a suburb, and is connected to Aarhus by [[Søften]], [[Lisbjerg]] and [[Skejby]]. The town has a population of 8,529 (1 January 2025).<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by rural and urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref>

Until 1 January 2007, Hinnerup was the site of the municipal council of the now former [[Hinnerup Municipality]]. It is now the municipal seat of [[Favrskov Municipality]].

== History ==
The [[railway town]] of "Hinnerup Stationsby" emerged in 1862. The town later gave its name to the former Hinnerup Municipality, which was formed in 1967 by fusing the parishes of Grundfør, Vitten, Haldum and Vitten with Søften-Foldby Municipality.

A central building is "Hinnerup Bibliotek og Kulturhus" (Library and Cultural House), which opened in May 1993. The modern building has been designed by [[Hans Peter Svendler Nielsen]] from architectural firm [[3XN]], in Aarhus. In April 2002, an arson ruined most of the library facilities; however, it was re-opened in November the same year. The building also houses small art exhibitions and serves as a tiny ticket sales office for the railway line going right by.

In 2012, the city celebrated its 150th anniversary with a visit by [[Frederik X|Frederik]], the Crown Prince of Denmark and his wife, [[Mary, Crown Princess of Denmark]].<ref>{{cite web|date=8 September 2012|title=Mary gav bolden op for Østjylland|url=https://www.berlingske.dk/www-berlingske-dk/mary-gav-bolden-op-for-oestjylland|website=[[Berlingske]]|language=da}}</ref>

== Notable people ==
* Dame [[Adeline Genée]] DBE (1878 in Hinnerup – 1970) a Danish/British ballet dancer
* [[Lars Hjortshøj]] (born 1967 in Hinnerup) a Danish stand-up comedian and TV and radio host

==Sister cities==
The following cities were [[town twinning|twinned]] with Hinnerup:
* {{flagicon|FIN}} '''[[Saarijärvi]]''', [[Western Finland]], [[Finland]]<ref>{{cite web|title=Ystävyyskuntatoiminta|url=http://www.saarijarvi.fi/fi/palvelut/kulttuuripalvelut/kulttuuritoimi/ystavyyskunnat_ja_-kaupungit/?id=1656|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131206232226/http://www.saarijarvi.fi/fi/palvelut/kulttuuripalvelut/kulttuuritoimi/ystavyyskunnat_ja_-kaupungit/?id=1656|archive-date=2013-12-06|access-date=2012-06-01|publisher=City of Saarijärvi|language=fi}}</ref>

==References==
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==External links==
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*[http://www.favrskov.dk Official municipality website]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20071204182016/http://www.hinnerupbibliotek.dk/ Library and Cultural House Website]

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Aars

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'''Aars''' or '''Års''',{{notetag|According to ''[[Retskrivningsordbogen]]'' § 3.2, both are correct.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://dsn.dk/retskrivning/retskrivningsregler/a7-1-6/a7-3|title=''Retskrivningsordbogen'' § 3.2 |publisher=[[Dansk Sprognævn]]|language=da}}</ref>}} ({{IPA|da|ˈɒˀs}}) is a [[Denmark|Danish]] town with a population of 8,708 (1 January 2025)<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> in [[Himmerland]], [[Denmark]]. Administratively, Aars is the municipal seat of [[Vesthimmerland Municipality]] and biggest town of [[Vesthimmerland Municipality]], [[Region Nordjylland]] since 2007 and it was also the seat of the mayor in the now abolished [[Aars Municipality]]. The town was founded in the 14th century. It is one of the four principal towns of Vesthimmerland, the other ones being [[Farsø]], [[Løgstør]] and [[Aalestrup]]. Aars is a former [[railway town]]. It is currently the 77 largest city in Denmark just behind [[Nivå]] but in front of [[Løgten]] in [[Aarhus Municipality]]. It is the 11th biggest town/city in [[Region Nordjylland]] in front of [[Skagen]] but just behind [[Sæby]]. The town has the nickname [[Cimbri]]'s town (Danish: Kimbrenes by).<ref>{{cite web|title=Byer i Vesthimmerland|url=http://www.visitvesthimmerland.dk/vesthimmerland/byer-i-vesthimmerland|website=Visitvesthimmerland}}</ref>

==History==
===Name===
The name Aars first appears in 1345. The site name researcher Svend Aakjær's statement was that it originates from the [[Old Norse]] / Old English word árr or ármadr (Ar in old English). Which in Danish means the king's ombudsman or [[earl]]. Another explanation is that it comes from the man name Aar / Ar.<ref>{{cite book|title=Nudansk Ordbog|date=1989|publisher=Politikens Forlag}}</ref>

===Aars stone===
[[File:Års2 600px.jpg|thumb|left|upright|Aars stone]]
At the church in Aars there is a [[Aars stone|rune stone]] with the following inscription: (front) Asser put this stone after his lord Valtoke, (backside) The stone proclaims that it will stand here for a long time, it should mention Valtoke's varie. Valtoke full name was [[Valtoke Gormsson]] but he was also called [[Toke Gormsson]], and he was son of [[Gorm the old]] (Danish: Gorm den gamle). He died in the Battle of Fýrisvellir and the stone was raised near Aars because he was Earl of [[Vendsyssel]] which is not too far from Aars, but how it ended up in Aars is not known.<ref>{{cite web|title=AARS-STENEN|url=http://www.aarskirke.dk/aars-stenen.aspx|access-date=21 April 2017|archive-date=7 October 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181007145431/http://www.aarskirke.dk/aars-stenen.aspx|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last1=Boye|first1=Anette|title=Val -Toke Gormsen|url=https://www.geni.com/people/Val-Toke-Gormsen/6000000003098183195|website=www.geni.com}}</ref> The rune stone was rediscovered in Aars in 1654.<ref name=DR>{{cite web |url=http://runer.ku.dk/VisGenstand.aspx?Titel=%c3%85rs-sten|title=Års-sten |website=Danske Runeindskrifter |publisher=[[Nationalmuseet]] |accessdate=2 February 2021 |language=da}}</ref><ref name=Arv>{{cite web|url=http://www.kulturarv.dk/fundogfortidsminder/Lokalitet/29537/Udskriv/|title=Aars-stenen |publisher=[[Ministry of Culture (Denmark)|Kulturministeriet]] |accessdate=2 February 2021 |language=da }}</ref><ref name=church>{{cite web |title=Aars-stenen |publisher=Aars church |url=http://www.aarskirke.dk/aars-stenen.aspx |language=da |accessdate=2 February 2021 |archive-date=7 October 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181007145431/http://www.aarskirke.dk/aars-stenen.aspx |url-status=dead }}</ref> It is believed to have originally stood north-east of the church, probably as part of a memorial assemblage comparable to the [[Jelling stones]].<ref name=church/>

===Års Herred===
[[File:Års Herred.jpg|thumb|Års Herred marked yellow|200px]]
A herred is a form of [[district]] or [[county]]. Års herred is known to have existed in 1345 and is believed to have come out of [[Hornum, Denmark|Hornum]] herred and [[Slet, Aarhus|Slet]] herred. From 1660, it was a part of Aalborghus Amt, but from 1970 to 2007, it was a part of [[Aalborg]] Amt until [[Aalborg]] Amt melted together with [[Hjørring]] Amt and created Nordjyllands Amt (English: [[North Jutland County|North Jutland amt]]).<ref>{{cite web|title=Amt-herred-sogn siderne|url=https://www.slaegtogdata.dk/kilder/amt-herred-sogn}}</ref>{{citation needed|date=March 2021}}

=== Railway town ===
[[File:AalestrupLøgstør28Banegårdsvej.JPG|thumb|The decommissioned railway has now been repurposed as the pathway ''Himmerlandsstien'']]
In 1875, there were 782 residents in [[Aars parish]]. In a description from around that time of the city is said "Aars with Church, [[Clergy house]], School and Inn with Grocery Store, Bakery and Meltyard". In 1880 there was another grocery store. The end of the 18th century was there a post office.

In 1893, the city received a state railway station on the Himmerlandsbaner from [[Hobro]] / [[Viborg, Denmark|Viborg]] via [[Aalestrup]] to [[Løgstør]]. In 1899, Aars became [[Himmerland]]'s railroad junction. The private railway Aars-[[Nibe]]-[[Svenstrup, Aalborg Municipality|Svenstrup]] (-Aalborg) got a terminal here and was extended in 1910 from Aars to [[Hvalpsund (city)|Hvalpsund]]. The Great Rail Act of 1918 even opened the possibility that there should also be a Himmelland crossroads Aars-Arden-Bælum-Øster Hurup, but this course was never brought, like most projects in this law.

[[Aalborg]]-[[Hvalpsund (city)|Hvalpsund]] Railway was closed in 1969. As early as 1966, DSB's passenger traffic at Aars Station was terminated. The freight traffic Viborg-Løgstør continued with the expedition station in Aars, but ended in 1999. The station has been demolished, the track was taken up in 2006 and the former railway station is now shopstores. It will be used by the Himmerlands path to [[Viborg, Denmark|Viborg]] and [[Løgstør]]. Nature trail [[Nibe]]-[[Hvalpsund (city)|Hvalpsund]] uses the railway line to Nibe, but follows Løgstørvej in the first 2 km towards [[Havbro]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Himmerlandsbanerne|url=http://www.baner-omkring-aalborg.dk/?Himmerlandsbanerne|website=Nordjyllands jernbaner|access-date=21 April 2017|archive-date=25 July 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130725111916/http://baner-omkring-aalborg.dk/?Himmerlandsbanerne|url-status=dead}}</ref>

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===Aars Municipality===
{{main|Aars Municipality}}
[[Aars Municipality]] was formed by Kommunalreformen in 1970 which made the Parishes into municipalities and in the Aars municipality the town of Aars was the head city/capital/municipal seat of the municipality. The municipality covered an area of 223 km<sup>2</sup> and had a total population of 13,284 in 2005. But in 2007, Aars Municipality ceased to exist and was merged with the former [[Farsø]], [[Løgstør]], and [[Aalestrup]] municipalities to form the new [[Vesthimmerland Municipality]], with an area of 768.08 km<sup>2</sup> (2013)<ref>{{cite web|title=noegletal.dk|url=http://www.noegletal.dk/}}</ref> and a total population of 38,277 (2008). The reason behind the merge was [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal Reform 2007|''Kommunalreformen'' ("The Municipal Reform" of 2007)]] which merged many of the now former municipalities into bigger municipalities. Aars Municipality also had what is called a Municipality shield which was a Cimbrian bull (Danish:cimbrertyren) with a red background. The bull symbolized that the [[Cimbri]] were present in what was the area in Aars Municipality. Even though Aars Municipality is a thing of the past, the municipality shield can still be found around the city, for example in manhole covers and in the city entrance sign.

===Excavation===
The construction of a new bypass revealed 4000 year-old buildings. The archaeologists from [[Vesthimmerland Museum]] in Aars found a collection of houses they estimated to be around 4000 years old. However, there are only staggered tracks and other tracks, but overall, the findings show that the Aars area has been populated, and probably also densely populated for several thousands of years.

They have found traces of more houses. They assume that at least five of the houses are simultaneous. There is a trace of the [[plow]] type called an ard. Other things have also been found at the old houses. There have been found remains of an [[amber]], ceramic cut, Flintafslags and two [[axe]]s, a mountain axe and a single-grave axe.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Hansen|first1=Torsten|title=4000 år gamle bygninger kom frem i lyset|url=http://www.aars.dk/nyheder/4000-aar-gamle-bygninger-kom-frem-i-lyset-3511|website=Aars.dk}}{{Dead link|date=June 2020 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref>

== Buildings ==
[[File:Aars Kirke2.JPG|thumb|Aars Church]]

=== The church ===
{{main|Aars Church}}
[[Aars Church]] is a Lutheran church. It was the church of the medieval {{Interlanguage link|Aars parish|da|Aars Sogn|vertical-align=sup}}. The original Romanesque building was extensively remodeled and was transformed into a cruciform church of considerable size in 1921. The oldest part is from around 1200. In 1937 Christian Andersen made the baptismal font.<ref>[http://www.visitnordjylland.com/ln-int/aars-church-gdk1079313 VisitNordjylland.com: Aars Church]</ref>

=== The museum ===
Aars is renowned for the Vesthimmerlands Museum, with various exhibits on important regional cultural history and art. The museum was initiated in 1920 by [[Johannes V. Jensen]], and eventually built in 1935. In 1999 the native artist [[Per Kirkeby]] and architect [[Jens Bertelsen]] designed the new extension buildings and the museum has some of Per Kirkeby's artwork on display.

===Water tower===
{{main|Aars water tower}}
The tower is called Aars water tower since it is located in Aars city. The tower is built right in the middle of a very old water tank from where the city's original water supply went out. As it sounds, it was Aars's water tower. The building has many beautiful handicrafts. In the past, the tower used to have a neon logo on top showing the [[Cimbrian bull]] from Aars and [[Aars Municipality]] coat of arm/shield, but it was taken down. The tower was also a shop where you could buy yarn and many other things like tea cups. But the shop moved away from the tower.<ref>{{cite web|title=Aars Vandtårn|url=http://www.aars.dk/aars-vandtaarn|website=Aars.dk|access-date=2017-04-27|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170428054323/http://www.aars.dk/aars-vandtaarn|archive-date=2017-04-28|url-status=dead}}</ref>

===Aars Cinema===
Aars Cinema is the local [[Movie theater|cinema]] and the only one in Aars. It is a union-driven cinema, where the tasks are mainly performed by volunteers. The cinema is located in Aars hovedgade (English: Main street). The building has a man on the front of the building and other part of the building is painted with persons, some of the people painted are from ''[[Olsen-banden]]'' and it the 3 main characters Egon, Benny and Kjeld. It has two halls to show films in. Every weekend there are children's movies on the program in the afternoon.<ref>{{cite web|title=Hvem er vi?|url=http://www.aarsteaterbio.dk/ProTickets/php/ShowCMSPage.php?CMSPageID=4|website=aarsteaterbio}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Aars Teater Bio|url=https://www.facebook.com/pg/AarsTeaterBio/about/?ref=page_internal|website=Facebook}}</ref>

===House of music===
The ''Vesthimmerlands Musikhus ALFA'' began in 1995, when [[Per Kirkeby]] drew sketches for a house of music to be built in Aars.

As the economic conditions for such a project were not present at that time, the sketches were put away for a number of years, but in 2006, an opportunity emerged to realize the project. An [[EU]] grant of DKK 11.5 million became vacant, because the fiddle plug for the Aalborg House of Music ''[[Musikkens Hus]]'' project was waiting. In addition, the ALFA project received a grant of DKK 3.2 million from the [[EU]]. In 2008, Vesthimmerlands Musikhus ALFA (aka. Musikhuset) was finished, designed by architectural firm [[Kjær & Richter]] in collaboration with Per Kirkeby.<ref>[http://vmalfa.dk/forside.aspx Vesthimmerlands Musikhus ALFA] {{in lang|da}}</ref>

The ALFA House of Music comprise a concert hall with room for 420 guests and several teaching facilities. ALFA is an acronym for [[Aalestrup]], [[Løgstør]], [[Farsø]] and Aars, the four largest towns in the Vesthimmerland municipality, thus symbolizing the regional status of this cultural center.<ref>[http://vmalfa.dk/om-alfa.aspx Om ALFA] {{in lang|da}}</ref>

==Education facilities==
[[File:AarsSkoleMMadsensVej.jpg|thumb|Aars School]]

===Aars School===
Aars skole or Aars school is one of two city schools located in Aars city. The school has 574 students divided into kindergarten class to 9th grade. The school has 57 teachers employed. The school also has a SFO. Aars school has a range of offers for children with special needs in relation to language and reading, learning or social contact with other children and adults.<ref>{{cite web|title=Aars skole|url=http://aars-skole.skoleporten.dk/sp|website=aars-skole.skoleporten.dk}}</ref>

===Østermarkskolen===
{{main|Østermarkskolen}}
Østermarkskolen is one of two city schools located in Aars city. The school has 645 students divided into [[kindergarten]] class to 9th grade. There are 45 teachers employed, 3 kindergarten class leaders, 15 educators, 1 school inspector, 1 deputy school inspector, 1 SFO leader, 1 SFO deputy head, 2 secretaries, 1 service manager, 1 service employee (part-time), 1 person in 50-50 job order, 5 people in flexjob, 6 cleaning assistants. The school has a permanent psychologist associated with pedagogical psychological counseling. The school also has a healthcare provider attached. The school also has SFO that have the nickname vulkanen (English: The [[volcano]]). Because the SFO had a hill which looked like a [[volcano]]. The hill has since been kinda removed. Østermarkskolen har også en [[disc golf]] course that came in 2016 and it was the idea of two teachers from the school, it was Lars Kjølby who is a [[math]], [[chemistry]] sport teacher and Christian Bunk Svane who is a sports and [[geography]] teacher.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Rask|first1=Lasse|title=Østermarkskolen får disc golf bane|url=http://www.aarsavis.dk/index.php?id=23&no_cache=1&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=20931|website=www.aarsavis.dk |publisher=Aars avis}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Østermarkskolen|url=https://oestermarkskolen.skoleporten.dk/sp/3600/foreside?pageId=7bb93f86-96e5-43cf-a5e4-e03b539b1907|website=Ostermarkskolen.dk}}</ref>

===Vestermarkskolen===
Vestermarkskolen teaches Students with [[Autism]], [[Down's Syndrome]] and Multi-Disabled. In addition, a large number of students are taught without proper diagnosis. The teaching is organized with focus on the individual student's needs and opportunities. The teaching is therefore arranged differently for the students.
Vestermarkskolen was founded in 1966 in Aars. At that time it consisted of a number of pavilions on the corner of the school where the school now remains. Vestermarkskolen was founded as one of several schools around [[Denmark]] that was called: "de grønne skoler"(English: The green schools). The architect behind the schools was [[Erik Ejlers]]. He expressed himself Thus about the schools: "The purpose of this work is to achieve harmony with the area in which the school is to be placed. The urbanization means that these schools will lie in gardens - in the best sense of the word." Since 1966, major improvements have been made to the buildings and the areas around the buildings. They are proud of their frameworks and, they receive much recognition for those of daily users and guests. The school has a SFO.<ref>{{cite web|title=Vestermarkskolen|url=http://vestermarkskolen.skoleporten.dk/sp/7782/foreside?pageId=885af817-70fa-4c61-b496-e41d09b454d8|website=Vestermarkskolen.skoleporten.dk}}</ref>

==Events==
[[File:Aars hovedgade under Kimberfesten 2024.jpg|thumb|Aars during local festival called Kimbrerfesten in 2024.|250px]]
''Kimbrerfesten'' (Cimbri festival) is an annual festival in Aars since 1946. Until 2016, the festival was arranged in ''Anlægget'' (the facility), but changed location to the ''Messecenter'' (Exhibition center) building for a few years. Today it is back at ''Anlægget''. The festival has many things to try and see like bumper car, Trout fishing at Skøjtesøen, Tour de Aars (cycling race) and in the evening there are live music in several tents.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Lausten|first1=Karl|title=Kimbrerfesten|url=http://kimbrerfesten.dk/joomla2/|website=kimbrerfesten|access-date=2017-04-21|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170422035217/http://kimbrerfesten.dk/joomla2/|archive-date=2017-04-22|url-status = dead}}</ref> The ''Messecenter'' has many events throughout the year, including an agricultural show.

==Media==
Aars has its own [[newspaper]] – Aars Avis (English: Aars newspaper). Aars Avis is the local newspaper of the region. Here, readers can follow what happens in [[Vesthimmerland]] via the editorial articles of the newspaper and [[Advertisements|ads]] from businesses, associations and private parties. Aars Avis was released for the first time in 1927.<ref>{{cite web|title=Aars avis|url=https://www.facebook.com/pg/aarsavis/about/?ref=page_internal|website=Facebook|publisher=Aars avis}}</ref>

==Mayors of Aars==
===Aars Municipality===
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Period
! Name
! Party
|-
| 1970–1971
| [[Holger Mikkelsen]]
| [[Venstre (Denmark)|Venstre]]
|-
| 1971–1974
| [[Niels Nystrup Haugård]]
| [[Venstre (Denmark)|Venstre]]
|-
| 1974–1982
| [[Alfred Rask]]
| [[Venstre (Denmark)|Venstre]]
|-
| 1982–1986
| [[Martin Glerup]]
| [[Socialdemokratiet]]
|-
| 1986–1990
| [[Ejvind Nielsen]]
| [[Venstre (Denmark)|Venstre]]
|-
| 1990–2002
| [[Per Nørgaard]]
| [[Venstre (Denmark)|Venstre]]
|-
| 2002–2007
| [[Knud Vældgaard Kristensen]]
| [[Det Konservative Folkeparti]]
|}

===Vesthimmerland Municipality===
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Period
! Name
! Party
|-
| 2007–2009
| [[Jens Lauritzen]]
| [[Venstre (Denmark)|Venstre]]
|-
| 2010–2017
| [[Knud Vældgaard Kristensen]]
| [[Det Konservative Folkeparti]]
|-
| 2017–present
| [[Per Bach Laursen]]
| [[Venstre (Denmark)|Venstre]]
|}

== Notable people ==
[[File:Per Pallesen.jpg|thumb|140px|Per Pallesen, 2012]]
Notable people from Aars parish include:
* [[Søren Gyldendal]] (1742 in Aars – 1802) a Danish bookstore owner who founded [[Gyldendal]].
* [[Christen Christian Larsen]] (1816 in Stenildvad - 1891) a cripple and vagabond with enormous strength.
* [[Børge Johannes Lauritsen]] (1916 in Aars – 1944) a merchant and member of the Danish resistance executed by the German occupying power.
* [[Jørgen Rydder]] (1923 in Aars – 1944) a merchant and member of the Danish resistance executed by the German occupying power.
* [[Per Pallesen]] (born 1942 in Aars), actor and theater director.<ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0657866/ IMDb Database] retrieved 1 May 2020</ref>
* [[Niels Holck]] (born 1961 in Aars) a Dane allegedly involved the [[Purulia arms drop case]] in India.

=== Sport ===
* [[Helle Simonsen (handballer)|Helle Simonsen]] (born 1976 in Aars) a Danish handball player.
* [[Caroline Rask]] (born 1994 in Aars) a Danish football midfielder, plays for [[Fortuna Hjørring]].
* [[Andreas Højsleth]] (born 1995) a professional [[Counter-Strike: Global Offensive]] player, brought up in Aars.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Henriksen|first1=Christian|title=Nordjyske Andreas tjener millioner på at spille computer|url=http://www.tv2nord.dk/artikel/nordjyske-andreas-tjener-millioner-paa-spille-computer|publisher=TV2 Nord}}</ref>

==Twin towns and sister cities==
*{{Flag icon|Sweden}} [[Skellefteå]]
*{{Flag icon|Norway}} [[Mo i Rana]]
*{{Flag icon|Finland}} [[Lapinlahti]]
*{{Flag icon|Latvia}} [[Sigulda]]
Former twin towns and sister cities
*{{Flag icon|Sweden}} [[Kopparberg]] (1945/46-2007)<ref>{{cite web|last1=Nyvold|first1=Mads|title=Venskabsbyer bryder op|url=https://nordjyske.dk/nyheder/venskabsbyer-bryder-op/c92459cf-9e8e-4c83-9e16-54bb9a32484f/112/1513|website=nordjyske.dk|publisher=Nordjyske|access-date=2017-04-21|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170422123103/https://nordjyske.dk/nyheder/venskabsbyer-bryder-op/c92459cf-9e8e-4c83-9e16-54bb9a32484f/112/1513|archive-date=2017-04-22|url-status=dead}}</ref>

== Gallery ==
<gallery perrow="6">
Image:AarsMuseum.jpg|Aars Museum.
Image:Aars water tower.jpg|Aars water tower.
Image:AarsErhvervsskolerne.jpg|Aars's vocational school.
Image:AarsSkoleMMadsensVej.jpg|Aars school.
Image:AarsVesthimmerlandsGymnasium.jpg|Vesthimmerlands Gymnasium.
</gallery>

==See also==
*[[Farsø]]
*[[Løgstør]]
*[[Aalestrup]]

==Notes==
{{notefoot}}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
{{Commons category}}
* [http://www.vesthimmerlandsmuseum.dk/default.aspx?m=2&i=195 Vesthimmerlands Museum] Museumcentre Aars department for cultural history.
* [http://www.vesthimmerland.dk Vesthimmerland municipality's official website] {{in lang|da}}
* Municipal statistics: [https://web.archive.org/web/20070812152043/http://www2.netborger.dk/Kommunefakta/ NetBorger Kommunefakta], delivered from [http://www.kmd.dk/ KMD aka Kommunedata (Municipal Data)]

{{Municipal seats of Denmark}}

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[[Category:Vesthimmerland Municipality]]
[[Category:Towns and settlements in Vesthimmerland Municipality]]

Hundested

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'''Hundested''' is a town with a population of 8,590 (1 January 2025)<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> and a former municipality ([[Danish language|Danish]], ''[[Municipalities of Denmark|kommune]]'') in [[Region Hovedstaden]] in the northern part of the island of [[Zealand (Denmark)|Zealand]] (''Sjælland'') in eastern [[Denmark]].

The former municipality is surrounded by water on three side: to the north is the [[Kattegat]], to the west is the channel leading into the [[Isefjord]], and to the south is [[Roskilde Fjord]] and the channel leading into it from the Isefjord.

The area is characterized by sand and dunes, especially on its northern side facing the Kattegat, but also found in the central areas and in the south. Kikhavn on the northern side of the peninsula, not far to the east of the town of Hundested, is the oldest fishing village in the area.

==Geography==
[[Image:Spodsbjerg (Hundested).jpg|220px|thumb|Spodsbjerg on the coast north of Hundested]]
Hundested is situated at the tip of the Halsnæs peninsula which projects west from the northwestern corner of [[North Zealand]], forming the west side of the entrance to [[Isefjord]]. The south coast of the peninsula is fronted by two cliffs which at Store Karlsminde Klint rises to 33 metres. It is located opposite the northern tip of [[Hornsherred]], defining Kulhuse Rende, the one kilometer long entrance to [[Roskilde Fjord]]. To the west of Store Karlsminde Klint is the lower Skuldslev Klint which continues for about 1 kilometer to Lynæs Harbour. in the southern part of Hundested. The cliffs have formerly been subject to continuous erosion but is now sheltered by the harbor. The erosion has resulted in a shallow-watered area with water depths of only about one metre. To the east of Store Karlsminde Klint is a low area with coastal meadows, Sølager, which further inland gives way to forested slopes.<ref>{{cite web|title=Store Karlsminde Klint|url=http://www.geus.dk/DK/popular-geology/out_in_nature/geol_perler/hovedstaden/Sider/Store_Karlsminde_Klint.aspx|website=GEUS|accessdate=18 June 2015|language=Danish}}</ref>

==History==
The name Hundested is first mentioned as a field "Hundersted" in 1682. As a village only in a parish register from 1844.

The Halsnæs peninsula was formerly the site of several villages. Kikhavn was a fishing village from at 16th century. In 1776, [[Frederiksværk]]'s founder, [[Johan Frederik Classen]], established Grønnessegård manor on the peninsula in 1776, shutting down the villages of Gryndese, Rorup and Fornerup.

It is believed that the first building in present-day Hundested was a house for the local [[Maritime pilot|pilots]] built in the 1835.<ref name=Gyldendal>{{cite web|title=Hundested|url=http://www.denstoredanske.dk/Danmarks_geografi_og_historie/Danmarks_geografi/Sj%C3%A6lland/Hundested|publisher=Gyldendal|accessdate=17 June 2015|language=Danish}}</ref>

[[Image:Hundested Havn (c. 1890).jpg|220px|thumb|Hundested in about 1890]]
A breakwater (''Læmolen'') was built at Hundested in 1862 and Lynæs Harbour was built in 1872. It soon developed into the most important fishing port on Zealand and was expanded several times before most of the fishing vessels moved to Hundested Harbour in about 1910. Most of the fish was sold to traders from [[Frederikssund]] before the railway which opened in 1916 provided easy access to Copenhagen by way of [[Hillerød]]. The ferries to [[Rørvig]] began operating in 1927 and they were joined by the ferries to [[Grenå]] in 1934.<ref>{{cite web|title=Hundesteds Historie|url=http://www.hundested.info/historier.html|website=Hundested Info|accessdate=17 June 2015|language=Danish|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150617040740/http://www.hundested.info/historier.html|archivedate=17 June 2015}}</ref> The harbor attracted many new companies, including the fish auctions, an importer of coal, a [[canning|canned food]] factory, dockwayd and Hundested Motor Factory which for generations produced reliable engines for Danish fishing vessels. A new industrial district was established in the eastern outskirts of town, attracting several companies from the plastic and metal industries in the 1960s and 1970s. The harbor was expanded with a new ferry terminal in 1967, a new freight terminal in 1987 and a new container terminal in 1995.

A downturn in the fishing industry in the 1980s hit Hundested hard and the freight and passenger lines to Grenå ceased operations in 1996.<ref name=Gyldendal/>

On 1 January 2007 Hundested municipality ceased to exist due to [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal Reform 2007|''Kommunalreformen'' ("The Municipality Reform" of 2007)]]. It was merged with [[Frederiksværk]] municipality to form the new [[Frederiksværk-Hundested municipality]]. The name was changed to [[Halsnæs municipality]] on 1 January 2008. This created a municipality with an area of {{convert|120|km2|abbr=on}} and a total population of 30,253.

==Economy==
[[Image:Hundested - indoor crafts market.JPG|220px|thumb|The Beddingen handicrafts market in 2015]]
Tourism plays an increasing role in the town's economy. The harbor is being promoted as a hub for arts and crafts with galleries and workshops. Glassmedjens was completed in 2008 and house a large glass workshop where glass blowers can be seen at work. An annual handicrafts market, Beddingen, takes place in June, attracting some 50 professional artists and craftsmen. Hundested is also home to an annual sand sculpture festival.

[[Image:Hundested Kro 2009.jpg|220px|thumb|left|Hundested Kro]]
Accommodation is available at the traditional inn Hundested Kro as well as Skansegården. Halsnæs Bryghus is a local micro brewery and brew pub.

Port of Hundested is a member of Cruise Copenhagen Network and three international cruise ships from Saga Cruise og Fred Olsen Line are scheduled to berth at Hundested in 2016.<ref>{{cite web|title=Tusinder af englændere skal på krydstogt til Hundested |url=http://jyllands-posten.dk/indland/ECE7539604/Tusinder+af+engl%C3%A6ndere+skal+p%C3%A5+krydstogt+til+Hundested/ |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150725193802/http://jyllands-posten.dk/indland/ECE7539604/Tusinder+af+engl%C3%A6ndere+skal+p%C3%A5+krydstogt+til+Hundested/ |url-status=dead |archive-date=25 July 2015 |website=Jyllands-Posten |accessdate=12 February 2015 |language=Danish }}</ref>

==Landmarks==
[[Image:Knud Rasmussen House 6.JPG|thumb|200px|The Knud Rasmussen House]]

===Knud Rasmussen House===
The [[Knud Rasmussens House]] was built for the polar explorer [[Knud Rasmussen]] who lived there between his many expeditions to [[Greenland]]. The house is situated {{convert|30|m}} above the beach, and offers a beautiful view of the Kattegat. It has been turned into a museum dedicated to the explorer and his work. It is full of photographs and paintings of Greenland.

===Churches===
[[Image:Lynæs Kirke - Hundested.jpg|thumb|200px|left|Lynæs Church]]
Hundested is located in the parish of Torup. Torup Church is located in the village of Torup approximately 7 km to the east of Hundested. It dates from the 12th century and features, among other things, a granite [[Romanesque architecture|Romanesque]] [[baptismal font]], [[fresco]]es from about 1250, a [[crucifix]] from about 1300 and the [[nave]] from 1750.

Lynæs Church was built in 1901 to design by Andreas Clemmesen.

==Sport==
===Rugby===
*[[Hundested RK]] (1985)

==Surroundings==
One of Denmark's largest [[dolmen]]s, ''Grønnessedyssen Karlstenen'', can be seen at nearby Grønnesse Forrest.

===Harbour===
The former municipality offers two harbours to pleasure boaters and sports fishers: Hundested Harbour, in the center of the town of Hundested, and Lynæs Harbour, located south of the town near the entryway into the Roskilde Fjord.

==Transport==

===Ferries===
[[Image:Hundested-Roervig ferry.jpg|220px|thumb|The Hundested-Rørvig ferry]]
One [[ferry]] connects Hundested to the town of [[Rørvig]] in Odsherred municipality, another to Kulhuse in Frederikssund municipality from the town of Sølager. For many years the town had a ferry connection to [[Grenå]] in [[Grenå municipality]] on the [[Jutland]] peninsula from the town of Hundested which began service 14 July 1934. This has, however, in recent years been discontinued. One of the former ferries on the route now operates as an expedition cruise ship under the name [[MS Expedition]].

Ferry service in the area has a long history. When Lynæs Inn, south of the town of Hundested, was established in 1804, it was licensed as an inn catering to ferry passengers, although in those days the service was highly irregular.

===Rail===
The [[Frederiksværk Line]] connects Hundested with [[Frederiksværk]], [[Hillerød]] and the [[Rail transport in Denmark|Danish rail network]]. [[Hundested station]] is the principal [[railway station]] of the town. The town is also served by the [[halt (railway)|railway halt]]s [[Hundested Havn railway halt|Hundested Havn]] and [[Vibehus railway halt|Vibehus]].

==Notable people==
[[File:Knud Rasmussen.jpg|140px|thumb|Knud Rasmussen]]
* [[Viggo Hørup]] (1841 in Torpmagle – 1902) a Danish politician, journalist and agitator; founded [[Politiken]]
* [[Knud Rasmussen]] (1879–1933) a Greenlandic/Danish polar explorer and anthropologist, the ''father of [[Eskimology]]''; lived in Hundested between his many expeditions to Greenland
* [[Bertel Møhl]] (1936–2017 in Hundested) a Danish marine zoologist and physiologist
* [[Tomas Villum Jensen]] (born 1971) a Danish actor and film director <ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0421716/ IMDb Database] retrieved 23 June 2020</ref>
* [[:da:Anders Blichfeldt|Anders Blichfeldt, (Danish Wiki)]] (born 1963) member of the Danish pop/rock music group [[Big Fat Snake]]
* [[:da:William Jøhnk Nielsen|William Jøhnk Nielsen, (Danish Wiki)]] (born 1997) actor, played Frederick VI in the film [[A Royal Affair]]<ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3724099/ IMDb Database] retrieved 23 June 2020</ref>

=== Sport ===
[[File:Morten Nordstrand 2008.jpg|140px|thumb|Morten Nordstrand, 2008]]
* [[Svend Olsen]] (1908 – 1980 in Hundested) a Danish weightlifter, silver medallist at the [[1932 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Per Winge (sport shooter)|Per Winge]] (1914 – 1989 in Hundested) a Danish sports shooter, competed at the [[1952 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Morten Nordstrand]] (born 1983) a Danish professional footballer, with over 350 club caps and 8 for [[Denmark national football team|Denmark]]
* [[Mikkeline Kierkgaard]] (born 1984) a Danish former competitive figure skater.

== Gallery ==
{{Wide image|Hundested 1.jpg|750px|Hundested}}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
{{Wikivoyage|Hundested}}
{{Commons}}
* [https://www.halsnaes.dk/ Halsnæs municipality's official website] {{in lang|da}}
* [http://www.visithalsnaes.dk/ Halsnæs tourism bureau] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081108121030/http://www.visithalsnaes.dk/ |date=2008-11-08 }}

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Sæby

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{{Other uses|Sæby (disambiguation)}}
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| name = Sæby
| settlement_type = Town
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| image_caption = Sæby Church
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| established_date2 = 1524
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[[Image:Sæbysegl 1584.jpg|thumb|upright|left|Seal of Saeby, 1584, by J.Th Hansen]]
'''Sæby''' ({{IPA|da|ˈseːˌpyˀ}}) is a [[town]] and [[seaport]] located on the east coast of the [[historical region]] of [[Vendsyssel]] on the [[North Jutlandic Island]] in northern [[Denmark]]. The town is located in [[Frederikshavn municipality]] in [[Region Nordjylland]]. It has a population of 8,991 (1 January 2025).<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> Sæby was granted market rights in 1524.

==History==
Until 2007 Sæby was the main town in Sæby municipality. Since 2007 part of [[Frederikshavn municipality]].

==Attractions==
* Sæby Glassblowing Workshop
* Sæby Harbour
* Sæby Church
* Fruen fra Havet: 6.25 m. high statue standing on the pier at the entrance to Sæby harbour. The statue was made by artist Marit Benthe Norheim and it was inaugurated in 2001.
* Sæby Museum
* Sæby Old Town
* Sæby Teddies (two persons in teddy-bear costumes)
* Sæby Watermill
* Sæbygaard Manor: A manor house from the renaissance. Inside there is a small museum with exhibitions of historical furniture.
* Sæby Beach
* Sæby Townsquare

== Notable people ==
[[File:Sophus Frederik Kühnel.jpg|thumb|160px|Sophus Frederik Kühnel, 1911]]
=== Science & Business ===
* [[Jacob Severin]] (1691 in Sæby – 1753) a Danish merchant who held a trade monopoly on Greenland from 1733 to 1749
* [[Sophus Frederik Kühnel]] (1851 in Sæby – 1930) a Danish architect, designed [[Mejlborg]] and a number of other buildings in [[Aarhus]]
* [[Adam Giede Böving]] (1869 in Sæby – 1957) a Danish-American entomologist and zoologist, studied the larvae of the order [[Coleoptera]]
=== The Arts ===
* [[Henry Holst]] (1899 in Sæby – 1991) a Danish violinist, variously at the [[Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra]], the [[Royal Manchester College of Music]], the [[Royal College of Music]] and the [[Royal Danish Academy of Music]].
* [[Carl Ottosen]] (1918 – 1972 in Saeby) a Danish actor, screenwriter and film director, appearing in 70 films <ref> [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0653324/ IMDb Database] retrieved 24 April 2020 </ref>
* [[Walter Kuhlman]] (1918–2009) an American painter and printmaker, linked to [[Abstract Expressionism]] and [[American Figurative Expressionism]], brought up in Sæby
* [[Jørgen Rømer]] (1923 in Saeby – 2007) a Danish art historian, graphic artist and painter
* [[Lene Siel]] (born 1968 in Saeby) a Danish singer
=== Sport ===
* [[Merete Pedersen]] (born 1973 in Saeby) a Danish former footballer, member of the Danish national team for 16 years
* [[Rasmus Thellufsen]] (born 1997 in Saeby) a Danish footballer, playing for [[AaB Fodbold|AaB]]

==References==
<references/>

{{Frederikshavn Municipality}}

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Nykøbing Mors

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{{Distinguish|Nykøbing Falster|Nykøbing Sjælland}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=May 2020}}
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'''Nykøbing Mors''' is the largest town on the island of [[Mors (island)|Mors]] in the [[Limfjord]] in [[Denmark]]. The town received its [[municipal charter|charter]] in 1299 and has a population of 8,859, as of 1 January 2025.<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by rural and urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> It is located in [[Morsø Municipality]] and belongs to [[North Jutland Region|Region Nordjylland]].

== History ==
[[File:Nykøbing Mors - Dueholm Kloster.jpg|thumb|left|The former Dueholm monastery]]
The town received its [[municipal charter|charter]] in 1299. Nykøbing was the seat of the former [[Dueholm Priory|Dueholm monastery]], now part of the Morsland Historical Museum.

Nykøbing was the place of birth of [[Denmark|Danish]]-[[Norway|Norwegian]] author [[Aksel Sandemose]] and the reputed inspiration for the fictional town of ''Jante'', associated with the ''[[Jante Law]]'', in Sandemose's novel ''A Fugitive Crosses His Tracks''.

[[File:Søren Larsen (ship) - Crossing "The Line".jpg|thumb|left|Søren Larsen, 2007]]
Søren Larsen and Sons owned a shipyard in Nykøbing Mors. There, the tall ship [[Søren Larsen (ship)|Søren Larsen]] was built in 1949. It is a [[brigantine]]. She is docked in Sydney, Australia.

== Geography ==
Nykøbing is located on the east coast of the island of [[Mors (island)|Mors]] by the [[Sallingsund]], a [[sound]] that separates Mors from the [[Salling]] [[peninsula]] on the mainland [[Jutland]] peninsula in Denmark. It is the largest town on Mors and the island's cultural center. Approximately half of the island's residents live in the area around Nykøbing. The town is located {{convert|6|km|mi}} north of the [[Sallingsund Bridge]], which connects Mors with Salling across the Sallingsund. Nykøbing Mors is located {{convert|31|km|mi}} north of the town [[Skive, Denmark|Skive]] in Salling and {{convert|30|km|mi}} southeast of the town [[Thisted]] in [[Thy (district)|Thy]].

== Sport ==
Located just outside the town on a [[Spit (landform)|spit]] is [[Nykøbing Mors Cricket Club Ground]].
The ground has in the past held [[Women's One Day International]] matches, including matches for [[Denmark women's cricket team|the home national team]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://cricketarchive.com/Archive/Grounds/9/269.html|title=Ground profile: Nykøbing Mors Cricket Club Ground|publisher=CricketArchive|access-date=18 October 2011}}</ref>

== Notable people ==
{{See also|Mors (island)#Notable_people}}
[[File:Mads Christian Holm by Bertha Wegmann.jpg|thumb|130px|Mads Christian Holm, 1891]]
[[File:Aksel Sandemose 1934.jpg|thumb|130px|Aksel Sandemose, 1934]]
* [[Mads Christian Holm]] (1827 in Nykøbing Mors - 1892) a Danish shipbuilder and ship-owner who founded the shipping company [[D/S Norden]]
* [[Jens Lind (botanist)|Jens Lind]] (1874 in Nykøbing Mors – 1939) a Danish apothecary, botanist and [[mycologist]]
* [[Kirstine Smith]] (1878 in Nykøbing Mors – 1939) [[statistician]] and creator of [[optimal design]] of experiments
* [[Aksel Sandemose]] (1899 in Nykøbing Mors – 1965) a Danish-Norwegian writer
* [[Tyge Ahrengot Christensen]] (1918 in Nykøbing Mors – 1996) a Danish botanist and [[phycologist]]
* [[John Degnbol-Martinussen]] (1947 in Nykobing Mors – 2002) Professor of international development at [[Roskilde University]], and an authority on international development policy
* [[Karsten Hønge]] (born 1958 in Nykøbing Mors) a Danish politician
* [[Mogens Jensen (politician)|Mogens Jensen]] (born 1963 in Nykøbing Mors) a Danish politician and current [[Minister for Food, Agriculture and Fisheries (Denmark)|Minister for Food, Fisheries]] and [[Minister for Gender Equality (Denmark)|Gender Equality]] and [[Minister for Nordic Cooperation (Denmark)|Nordic Cooperation]]
* [[Mayianne Dinesen]] (born 1966 in Nykøbing Mors) a Danish radio personality <ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1529942/ IMDb Database] retrieved 27 April 2020</ref>

=== Sport ===
* [[Aksel Madsen (athlete)|Aksel Madsen]] (1899 in Nykøbing Mors – 1988) a long-distance runner, competed in the marathon at the [[1928 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Tommy Troelsen]] (born 1940 in Nykøbing Mors - 2021) a former footballer, manager and TV presenter, 191 caps for [[Vejle Boldklub]]
* [[Morten Hedegaard]] (born 1972 in Nykøbing Mors) a former Danish cricketer
* [[Mogens Dahl Nielsen]] (born 1972 in Nykøbing Mors) a former Danish cricketer
* [[Thomas Dalgaard]] (born 1984 in Nykøbing Mors) a Danish footballer with over 320 club caps
* [[Jeppe Svenningsen]] (born 1994 in Nykøbing Mors), Danish professional footballer who plays as a right-back for [[Thisted FC]]

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20070407175322/http://www.dueholmkloster.dk/ Morslands Historiske Museum] {{in lang|da}}

{{Morsø Municipality}}
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Galten, Denmark

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'''Galten''' is a former [[railway town]] in central [[Denmark]], at the Aarhus-[[Hammel]]-[[Thorsø, Denmark|Thorsø]] railroad which was closed in 1956. The town is located in [[Skanderborg Municipality]], [[Central Denmark Region|Region Midtjylland]], [[Jutland]] – about {{Convert|17|km|mi|abbr=off}} – west of [[Aarhus]] and is now more or less a [[satellite town]] of Aarhus. Today, Galten has almost fused with the neighbouring eastern town of Skovby into an [[urban area]] with a population of 9,363 (1 January 2025).<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref>

To the west of the town of Galten, there are beautiful landscapes. The scenery between Galten and the nearby lakeside town of [[Ry, Denmark|Ry]] is characterised by the gently rolling hilly landscape, that is so characteristic of eastern Jutland.

Galten is home to the [[Starco|STARCO Europe A/S]], a global group for specialty tire and wheel engineering and manufacturing, and furniture maker Skovby Møbelfabrik.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.skovby.dk|title=Skovby Møbler|website=www.skovby.dk|access-date=2018-07-11}}</ref>

In 2022, Galten became twin city with the German city [[Würzburg]] located in [[Franconia]]. A small [[wine shop]] exists in Galten selling only Franconian wines.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.tyskvin.dk/tyskvinfacts.htm | title=Facts om tyske vine fra A-Z }}</ref>

There is a movement to have a stop in Galten on the new Aarhus-Silkeborg railway line.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://skanderborg.lokalavisen.dk/samfund/ECE14486941/ny-jernbane-1500-borgere-kraever-station-i-galten/|title=Ny jernbane: 1500 borgere kræver station i Galten|publisher=Jyllands-Posten}}</ref>

== Notable people ==
* [[Claus Olesen]] (born 1974 in Galten) a retired Danish sailor, competed in the [[2004 Summer Olympics|2004]] and the [[2012 Summer Olympics]].
* [[Trine Østergaard]] (born 1991 in Galten) a Danish handball player for [[Odense Håndbold]] and the Danish national team.
* [[Anne Mette Pedersen]] (born 1992 in Galten) a Danish handball player for [[FC Midtjylland Håndbold]] and the Danish national team.
* {{interlanguage link|Thomas T. Kristensen|da}} (born 2002 in Galten) a Danish football player for [[Udinese Calcio]] and previously the Danish Youth National teams U/18, U/19, U/20 and U/21.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.dbu.dk/landshold/landsholdsdatabasen/PlayerInfo/8205 | title=DBU Landsholdsdatabasen - Thomas T. Kristensen}}</ref>

==References==
<references/>

{{Skanderborg Municipality}}

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Støvring

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'''Støvring''' is a town in [[Rebild municipality]] in [[Region Nordjylland]] in the geographic region of the [[Jutland]] peninsula known as ''[[Himmerland]]'' in northern [[Denmark]]. The town has a population of 9,584 (2025), and is one of the centres of industry and retailing in the area. It is the municipal seat of [[Rebild municipality]]. Støvring is the 8th biggest town/city in [[Region Nordjylland]]. Støvring is served by [[Støvring railway station]], located on the [[Randers–Aalborg railway line]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.dsb.dk/kundeservice/stationer/stovring/|title=Støvring Station|publisher=DSB|language=da|accessdate=17 October 2020}}</ref> It is located 21 km from [[Aalborg]] and 37 km from [[Aars]].

==History==
In 1682 the village consisted of 12 farms and 8 houses without land. The total cultivated area amounted to 437.1 barrels of land due to 58.40 barrels of grains. The cultivation form was grassland with foxes.

In 1875 the city was described as follows: "Støvring with School, Watermill, Inn, 2 smaller shopping establishments and railway station.

The original [[Støvring railway station]] closed in 1974, but the station reopened in 2003 as a part of the new [[Aalborg Commuter Rail]] service.<ref>{{cite web|title=Ankomster på Støvring Station|url=http://www.dsb.dk/Rejseplan/bin/stboard.exe/mn?L=vs_rp4&cmsType=2&ml=m&input=845010100&boardType=arr&time=now&selectDate=today&maxJourneys=&productsFilter=1111111111111111&start=yes|publisher=[[DSB (railway company)]]|accessdate=5 October 2014}}</ref>

==Municipality==
Until 1 January 2007 Støvring was also a municipality covering an area of 220 km<sup>2</sup>, and with a total population of 13,057 (2005). Støvring municipality ceased to exist as the result of [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal Reform 2007|''Kommunalreformen'' ("The Municipality Reform" of 2007)]]. It was merged with [[Nørager Municipality|Nørager]] and [[Skørping]] municipalities to form the new Rebild municipality. This created a municipality with an area of 628 km<sup>2</sup> and a total population of 28,457 (2005).





== Notable people ==
* [[Rikke Karlsson]] (born 1965) a Danish politician and [[Member of the European Parliament|MEP]], lives in Støvring
* [[Michael Silberbauer]] (born 1981 in Støvring) a former professional footballer with 402 club caps, and 25 for [[Denmark national football team|Denmark]]

==See also==
* [[Hydrema]] – a dump truck manufacturer in Støvring founded in 1959.

==References==
<references/>
* Municipal statistics: [https://web.archive.org/web/20070812152043/http://www2.netborger.dk/Kommunefakta/ NetBorger Kommunefakta], delivered from [http://www.kmd.dk/ KMD] aka Kommunedata (Municipal Data)
* Municipal mergers and neighbors: [https://web.archive.org/web/20061208085744/http://kommune.eniro.dk/region/media/nyekommuner.shtml Eniro new municipalities map]

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Helsinge

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'''Helsinge''' is the municipal seat of [[Gribskov Municipality]] in [[Region Hovedstaden]] on [[Zealand (Denmark)|Zealand]] in [[Denmark]]. As of 1 January 2025, it has a population of 9,719.<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by rural and urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref>

== History ==
In early 19th century Helsinge was as small as the nearby [[village]]s, but it had an inn and a [[church (building)|church]] and the [[vicar]] had another parish under him, [[Valby (Gribskov Kommune)|Valby]]. Through the 19th century Helsinge grew. In 1840 23% of the 1258 inhabitants in the parish lived in the city, but in 1901 the percentage was 43% of 1647. In the meantime the town had got among other things both a [[judge]] (1848), a [[Physician|doctor]] (1859), a post office (1863), [[telegraphy]] (1872) and a [[Helsinge railway station|railway station]] (1897).{{fact|date=January 2021}}

== Notable people ==
[[File:Thor Pedersen, finansminister Danmark, under sessionen i Kopenhamn 2006.jpg|140px|thumb|Thor Pedersen, 2006]]
* [[Christiern Pedersen]] (c.1480 – 1554 in Helsinge) a canon, humanist scholar, writer, printer and publisher <ref>{{cite EB1911|wstitle=Pedersen,_Christiern |volume= 21 |short=x}}</ref>
* [[Jens Poul Andersen]] (1844 in Huseby, near Annisse – 1935) an inventor, constructed cameras
* [[Niels Fennet]] (born 1944 in Valby, near Helsinge) an engineer and businessman, founded [[Cabinn Hotels]]
* [[Thor Pedersen]] (born 1945) politician, member of Helsinge Municipal Council 1974-1986, Mayor 1978-1986, member of [[Folketinget]] & Government Minister.
* [[Bente Hammer]] (born 1950) a textile artist and fashion designer, moved to Bornholm in 1987
* [[Anders Bircow]] (born 1951) a Danish actor and comedian <ref> [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0083328/ IMDb Database] retrieved 26 June 2020 </ref>
* [[Yuko Takada Keller]] (born 1958) an artist, curator and essayist based in Helsinge since 1997
* [[Christian Brøns]] (born 1977 in Kagerup, near Helsinge) a Danish singer
=== Sport ===
[[File:Rolf Sørensen (Paris-Tours 1998).jpg|thumb|140px|Rolf Sørensen, 1998]]
* [[Rolf Sørensen]] (born 1965) a former Danish professional road bicycle racer, silver medallist at the [[1996 Summer Olympics]], now a cycling commentator and agent
* [[Poul-Erik Høyer Larsen]] (born 1965) a retired Danish badminton player and President of the [[Badminton World Federation]]
* [[Morten Petersen]] (born 1978) a Danish retired footballer, over 200 caps for [[Lyngby Boldklub]]
* [[Nikolaj Markussen]] (born 1988) a Danish handballer who plays for [[Bjerringbro-Silkeborg]]
* [[Sandra Toft]] (born 1989) a Danish handball goalkeeper

==International relations==
{{see also|List of twin towns and sister cities in Denmark}}

===Twin towns — Sister cities===
Helsinge is [[Twin towns and sister cities|twinned]] with:

* {{flagicon|POL}} [[Lubsko]], Poland

==Sources==
{{reflist}}
* Ethelberg, Hans. ''En landsby i vækst''. Helsinge Lokalhistoriske Arkiv, 2001. {{ISBN|87-988681-0-1}}

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Grindsted

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'''Grindsted''', with a population of 9,721 (1 January 2025),<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> is the municipal seat and largest town of [[Billund Municipality]], [[Denmark]] and belongs to the [[Region of Southern Denmark]]. It is located 42 km west of the major regional city of [[Vejle]] and 49 km northeast of the major harbour city [[Esbjerg]]. The postal code is 7200.

== History ==
Grindsted is first mentioned in the 14th century, and for several centuries was just a village on the heath. Until the middle of the 19th century, Grindsted was a small, remote, distinctly moorland village. The construction of the main road Vejle — Grindsted — Varde in 1864 brought some progress, which was increased by the later significant cultural works in the area, but it was not until the many railway installations during the First World War that caused the strong development which made Grindsted an important railway hub.

== Education==
Grindsted has both private and public primary schools, upper secondary education and vocational education.

== Industry ==
In 1924 , the chemical factory Grindstedværket was built in the city, and the industrial community gradually grew up, so that both the cement and textile industries came to the city.
One of the main industries today is the [[DuPont]] factory, which traces its roots back to the original chemical factory named {{Lang|da|Grindstedværket|italic=no}} (Grindsted Products) founded by the Lundsgaard brothers. Through acquisitions by [[De Danske Spritfabrikker]], it became part of the [[Danisco]] corporation, but Danisco was acquired by DuPont in 2011;<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://dealbook.nytimes.com/2011/01/09/dupont-to-buy-danisco-for-5-8-billion/|title=DuPont to Buy Danisco for $5.8 Billion|last=Merced|first=Michael J. de la|date=2011-01-09|website=DealBook|language=en|access-date=2019-10-04}}</ref> however, the factory only changed name on 14 May 2012. Products from Grindsted are still marketed under the Danisco logo and name.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.tvsyd.dk/artikel/dupont-i-grindsted|title=DuPont i Grindsted|last=Svanevik|first=Jan|date=2012-05-14|website=TV SYD|language=da|access-date=2019-10-04}}</ref>

== Sport ==
[[Grindsted Speedway Klub]] compete in the [[Danish Speedway League]] and the track called the [[Billund Municipality Stadium]] is located at Blåbjergvej 1, 7200.

The towns' [[handball]] club [[GGIF Grindsted]] secured promotion to the [[Herrehåndboldligaen|top division]] for the first time ever in 2024.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://sport.tv2.dk/haandbold/2024-03-28-grindsted-sikrer-sig-historisk-oprykning|title=Grindsted sikrer sig historisk oprykning|date=28 March 2024|website=[[TV2 Danmark|TV2]]}}</ref>

== Notable people ==
[[File:MJJepsen.jpg|140px|thumb|Michael Jepsen Jensen, 2012]]
* [[Ole Kirk Christiansen]] (1891 in Filskov, near Grindsted – 1958): a Danish carpenter; in 1932 he founded [[The Lego Group]]
* [[Hein Heinsen]] (born 1935 in Grindsted): a Danish artist who has contributed to the [[Lutheran art]] of Scandinavia
* [[Carsten Thomassen (mathematician)|Carsten Thomassen]] (born 1948 in Grindsted): a Danish mathematician
* [[Boye Habekost]] (born 1968 in Grindsted): a football coach and a former player with over 200 club caps
* [[Allan Gaarde]] (born 1975 in Grindsted): a former professional footballer, 299 club caps and 39 goals for [[AaB Fodbold|AaB]]
* [[Kian Hansen]] (born 1989): Danish footballer, over 250 club caps, plays for [[FC Nordsjælland]]
* [[Michael Jepsen Jensen]] (born 1992 in Grindsted): a speedway rider

==References==
<references/>

==External links==
* [https://www.fiteq.org/news/749 "Grindsted hosts the first FITEQ event in Denmark"] by [[FITEQ]] (March 14, 2024)

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Humlebæk

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'''Humlebæk''' is a [[town]] within the [[Municipalities of Denmark|municipality]] of [[Fredensborg Municipality|Fredensborg]] in [[North Zealand]] in Denmark, approximately 35 km north of [[Copenhagen]]. Humlebæk is located at the shore to [[Øresund]] and has a population of 9,742 (2025).<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by rural and urban areas, area and population density] Database of [[Statistics Denmark]] with updated information on population</ref>

The [[Louisiana Museum of Modern Art]] is located in Humlebæk.

== History ==
The history of Humlebæk traces back to the [[16th century]] where the [[urbarium]] for Kronborg and Frederiksborg [[fief]] mentions a [[fishing village]] in 1582–1583 with seven fishermen in the settlement.<ref>Bjarne Stoklund: ''Bondefiskere og strandsiddere. Studier over de store sæsonfiskerier 1350-1600''; Landbohistorisk Selskab 2000; {{ISBN|87-7526-161-8}}; s. 119</ref>

On 24 July 1700 ([[Julian calendar|O.S.]]) Swedish forces invaded Denmark at the [[landing at Humlebæk]] during the [[Great Northern War]].

In 1740 the [[inn]] Humlebæk Kro received royal privilege and in 1792 a school was established.

[[File:Krogerup 02.JPG|thumb|Krogerup]]
The dominating property was [[Krogerup]]. Krogerup was originally a farm house mentioned the first time in 1577 but over time the property was expanded because of privileges given to the owners of Krogerup as rewards for loyalty to the King during the wars against Sweden. A manor house was built at Krogerup from 1772 to 1777. Krogerup was acquired by the Danish government in 1942 and the land distributed as part of land reforms.<ref>[http://www.danskeherregaarde.dk/nutid/krogerup History of Krogerup, danskeherregaarde.dk]</ref>

During the [[Battle of Copenhagen (1807)|Battle of Copenhagen]] in 1807 the construction of a fortified harbour in Humlebæk was initiated. The harbour was intended to be base of [[privateer]] warships and [[gunboat]]s. The fortified harbour was never finished as the [[English Wars (Scandinavia)|war against the British]] ended before the finalisation of the constructions. A few years later, in 1810, Humlebæk Harbour was established.

During the second half of the 19th century Humlebæk became a popular resort for the population of Copenhagen during summertime. The Danish steamship company [[DFDS|Det Forenede Dampskibs-Selskab]] (''The United Steamship Company'') opened a ferry line with steamboats sailing up along the coast of Øresund from Copenhagen with a stop in Humlebæk.<ref>[https://dis-danmark.dk/bibliotek/905231.pdf ''Blade af Det Danske Dampskibsfarts Historie'' by Julius Schovelin]</ref>

In 1897, the railway line the "[[Coast Line (Denmark)|Coast Line]]" from Copenhagen to [[Helsingør]] was opened. The railway line had a stop in the newly established [[Humlebæk railway station]]. The opening resulted in a major boost of Humlebæk and its surroundings. The train station was placed a bit outside the old village of Humlebæk, the fishing village [[Sletten (Humlebæk)|Sletten]] and the nearby village Toelt. Over time the different settlements grew together. A new settlement grew from the train station to the coast (New Humlebæk, south of the Old Humlebæk next to Humlebæk Harbour). Until 1950 the three areas Humlebæk (New Humlebæk and the Old Humlebæk at the coast), Sletten and Torpen were considered separate settlements.

The development of the population of the three settlements appears from below<ref>Danmarks Statistik: ''Statistiske Meddelelser 4. rk, 37. bd, 1. hæfte'': "Folkemængden 1. Februar 1911 i Kongeriget Danmark"; København 1911; s. 105<br />Danmarks Statistik: ''Statistiske Meddelelser 4. rk, 51. bd, 1. hæfte'': "Folkemængden 1. Februar 1916 i Kongeriget Danmark"; København 1916; s. 64<br />Danmarks Statistik: ''Statistiske Meddelelser 4. rk, 63. bd, 1. hæfte'': "Folkemængden 1. Februar 1921 i Kongeriget Danmark"; København 1921; s. 70<br />Danmarks Statistik: ''Statistiske Meddelelser 4. rk, 86. bd, 2. hæfte'': "Folkemængden 1. Februar 1930 i Kongeriget Danmark"; København 1931; s. 173<br />Danmarks Statistik: ''Statistiske Meddelelser 4. rk, 101. bd, 1. hæfte'': "Folkemængden 1. Februar 1935 i Kongeriget Danmark"; København 1936; s. 172f<br />Danmarks Statistik: ''Statistiske Meddelelser 4. rk, 113. bd, 3. hæfte'': "Folkemængden 1. Februar 1940 i Kongeriget Danmark"; København 1941; s. 123f<br />Danmarks Statistik: ''Statistiske Meddelelser 4. rk, 128. bd, 1. hæfte'': "Folkemængden 1. Februar 1945 i Kongeriget Danmark"; København 1946; s. 72f<br />Danmarks Statistik: ''Statistiske Meddelelser 4. rk, 147. bd, 1. hæfte'': "Folkemængden 1. Februar 1950 i Kongeriget Danmark"; København 1952; s. 7<br />Danmarks Statistik: ''Statistiske Meddelelser 4. rk, 166. bd, 1. hæfte'': "Folkemængden 1. Februar 1955 i Kongeriget Danmark"; København 1957; s. 8<br />Danmarks Statistik: ''Statistiske Undersøgelser Nr. 10'': "Folketal, areal og klima 1901-60"; København 1964; s. 173<br />Danmarks Statistik: ''Statistiske Meddelelser 1968:3'': "Folkemængden 27. September 1965 og Danmarks administrative inddeling"; København 1968; s. 8</ref>
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The old villages Dageløkke, Torpen (Upper Torp and Lower Torp), Toelt, Nybo are today considered part of Humlebæk.

== Infrastructure and transport ==
[[File:Humlebaek Railway Station.jpg|thumb|Humlebæk station]]

=== Trains and buses ===
Humlebæk has train connections to Copenhagen and Helsingør by [[Humlebæk Station]] at [[Kystbanen|The Coast Line]]. Trains depart every 20 minutes in each direction. In rush hours trains are more frequent. The trains are part of the [[Øresundståg]]-system and the trains for Copenhagen continues to [[Copenhagen Airport]] and to [[Sweden]].

Bus no. 388 in a north–south route between Helsingør and [[Lyngby station]] has several stops in Humlebæk at road no. 152 (Strandvejen). Bus no. 353 runs north–south further inland between Helsingør and [[Kokkedal station]]. It passes the western part of Humlebæk on Hørsholmvej. Bus no. 370 in an east–west route connects Humlebæk with [[Fredensborg]].

=== Harbours ===

{{wide image | File:Humlebæk Havn pano.jpg | 700px | Panoramic view of Humlebæk Havn, the small craft harbour by the [[Louisiana Museum of Modern Art]]}}

At the coast to [[Øresund]], Humlebæk has two harbours, Humlebæk Harbour and Sletten Harbour. The harbours are primarily [[marina]]s but a few minor [[Fishing boat (traditional)|fishing boats]] are based in the harbours. Sletten Harbour has previously had ferry connections to [[Helsingborg]] in Sweden and to the island [[Ven (Sweden)|Ven]] in the middle of Øresund.

== Culture and education ==
[[File:Humle Bio in Humlebæk.JPG|thumb|The cinema Humle Bio]]
In 1938 a cinema Humle Bio opened in Humlebæk. The cinema is still active and was renovated in 2023 with new chairs.

Humlebæk is home of [[Louisiana Museum of Modern Art]]. The museum opened in 1958 and has today approximately 600,000 yearly visitors. In 2018 Louisiana was number 7 on the list of most visited tourist attractions in Denmark.<ref>[https://www.visitdenmark.dk/corporate/videncenter/attraktioner-i-danmark List of most visited tourist attractions, visitdenmark.dk]</ref>

Humlebæk has three [[primary school]]s, Langebjergskolen, Humlebæk Skole, and Humlebæk Lille Skole. A fourth school Baunebjergskolen was merged with Humlebæk Skole in 2011 but still uses the old buildings. A [[folk high school]], Krogerup Højskole, is today located at Krogerup.

== Economy ==
The shopping mall Humlebæk Center opened just west of the station in 1977. There are also shops on Strandvejen a little east of the station. The multinational health care company [[Coloplast]] has its headquarters in west Humlebæk. Many small companies are located in the nearby industrial quarter on Bakkegårdsvej.

== Notable people ==
* [[Ole Kielberg]] (1911 in Humlebæk – 1985) a Danish painter who joined the [[Odsherred Painters]]
* [[Carl Nielsen]] (1865–1931) wrote the first movement of his [[Symphony No. 5 (Nielsen)|Symphony No. 5]] in Humlebæk in the winter and spring of 1921
* [[Niels Peter Louis-Hansen]] (born 1947) a Danish billionaire businessman, lives in Humlebæk
* [[Poul Erik Tøjner]] (born 1959) director of the [[Louisiana Museum of Modern Art]] in Humlebæk
* [[Mette Thomsen]] (born 1970 in Humlebæk) a Danish novelist, belonging to the culture of ''"[[Zappers (Media)|zappers]]"''

== References ==
{{Wikivoyage|Humlebæk}}
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{{Fredensborg Municipality}}
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Ringkøbing

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'''Ringkøbing''' (older spelling ''Ringkjøbing'') is a town in [[Ringkøbing-Skjern Municipality]] in [[Central Denmark Region|Region Midtjylland]] on the west coast of the [[Jutland]] peninsula in west Denmark. It has a population of 9,830 (1 January 2025).<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by rural and urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref>

==History==

Archeological finds suggest that the town was founded in the 13th century. At that time it was the only real harbour town along the Danish west coast, being sheltered from the [[North Sea]] by the wall of [[Holmsland Dunes]] (''Holmsland Klit'').

In the 17th century, the strait connecting [[Ringkøbing Fjord]] to the North Sea began to move south under the influence of wind and tide; soon it was no longer navigable. Ringkøbing was cut off from the sea until the beginning of the 20th century, when a new channel was built at the town of [[Hvide Sande]], in nearby Holmsland municipality.

The name Ringkøbing means "The market town near Rindum". By the 11th century, a church had been built in the small village of Rindum. The village is probably even older. Evidence of settlements dating back as far as the 6th century has been found.

On the 27th of January in 1443, the towns' privilege of "[[købstad]]" (Danish for market town) was cemented by the [[Danes|Danish]] [[king]] [[Christopher of Bavaria]] by royal charter. The royal privilege is most likely older, dating back to [[king]] [[Valdemar IV Atterdag]], as the document cementing the royal privilege of the town mentions the original privilege originating from the reign of "King Valdemar".

At the end of World War II, Ringkøbing was involved in the British testing of captured German [[V-weapons]]. British soldiers, including radar experts from the British Artillery Regiment, were stationed there in October 1945 to monitor the accuracy of weapons fired from a base in [[Cuxhaven]], Lower Saxony, Germany. The tests were part of the post-World War II justice process, to establish whether the use of V-weapons constituted indiscriminate killing of civilians. In fact, they proved to be very accurate, and the Nazis escaped this charge.

==Main sights==
Today the centre of Ringkøbing has some quaint old streets, most of which lead towards the water of the fjord.

Ringkøbing Church was built in the early 15th century, and its tower, which is wider on top than on the bottom, was erected ca. 1550. The church houses two [[organ (music)|organ]]s: the oldest in the west pulpit was built by Demant & Son in 1861 with a [[baroque]] facade from 1633; the other from 1974 is by [[Frobenius & Sons]]. As the result of a restoration in 1995–1996, the church has a number of modern features, including an [[altarpiece]] by [[Arne Haugen Sørensen]] and a glass [[baptismal font]].

== Economy==
[[Ringkøbing Landbobank|Ringkjøbing Landbobank]] is headquartered in Ringkøbing.

==Transportation==

===Rail===
[[File:Ringkøbing_-_Train_Station1.jpg|thumb|Front facade of [[Ringkøbing railway station]].]]
Ringkøbing is served by [[Ringkøbing railway station]]. It is located on the [[Esbjerg-Struer railway line]] and offers [[regional train]] services to {{rws|Skjern}} and {{rws|Holstebro}} with onward connections to the rest of Denmark.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.dsb.dk/kundeservice/stationer/ringkobing/|title=Ringkøbing Station|publisher=DSB|language=da|accessdate=23 July 2023}}</ref>

== Notable people ==
[[File:Porträtt av Niels Trolle till Trolholm, 1650-tal - Skoklosters slott - 99573.jpg|140px|thumb|Niels Trolle, 1650]]
* [[Niels Trolle]] (1599 in Ringkøbing –1667) a nobleman, vice admiral and [[List of heads of government of Norway#Stewards of Norway (1536–1814)|Steward of Norway]]
* [[Stephen Hansen]] (1701 in Skodsbøl – 1770) an industrialist, businessman and [[General War Commissioner]]
* [[Wilhelm Sponneck]] (1815 in Ringkøbing – 1888) a nobleman ([[rigsgreve]]) and Minister of Finance
* [[Janus la Cour]] (1837 near Ringkøbing – 1909) a painter of the classical [[Eckersberg]] school
* [[Ludvig Mylius-Erichsen]] (1872 in Ringkøbing – 1907) an author and explorer of Greenland
* [[Mikkel Frandsen]] (1892 in Sønder Lem – 1981) a Danish American physical chemist noted for experiments involving [[chemical thermodynamics]] and [[heavy water]]
* [[Poul Andersen (resistance member)|Poul Andersen]] (1922 in Ringkøbing – 2006) a printer, served in the Danish resistance movement during WWII and later published one of the remaining two Danish-language newspapers in the USA
* [[Vibeke Hastrup]] (1958 in Vedersø) an actress who has worked in theatre, television and film <ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0368646/ IMDb Database] retrieved 20 May 2020</ref>
* [[Cornelia von Levetzow]] (1836–1921), successful novelist
* [[Mette Lykke]] (born 1981 in Ringkøbing) a Danish businesswoman, entrepreneur and investor

=== Sport ===
* [[Claus Møller Jakobsen]] (born 1976 in Ringkøbing) a Danish former professional handballer, sports commentator for [[TV 2 (Denmark)|TV2]]
* [[Jacob Larsen (cricketer)|Jacob Larsen]] (1979 in Egvad) a Danish cricketer
* [[Hans Henrik Andreasen]] (born 1979 in Ringkøbing) a retired Danish footballer with over 500 club caps
* [[Niels Lodberg]] (born 1980 in Ringkøbing) is a former Danish footballer with over 350 club caps
* [[Jonas Borring]] (born 1985 in Ringkøbing) is a retired Danish footballer with over 350 club caps

==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:Ringkøbing, Denmark, Church 8213.JPG|Ringkøbing Church (Ringkøbing Kirke)
File:Ringkøbing Kirkegård, Ringkøbing, Danmark.jpg|Avenue with [[Tilia|linden]] in the cemetery by Ringkøbing
File:Ringkøbing - Train Station1.jpg|Ringkøbing railway station
File:Ringkøbing 02.jpg|Typical street in Ringkøbing
File:Dockworker in the harbour Ringkøbing, Jutland, Denmark.jpg|Dockworker in the harbour of Ringkøbing
</gallery>

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* [http://www.visitringkoebing.dk/dk The Official Tourist page for Ringkøbing]
* [http://www.tgv.dk/ West Jutland tourism information, covering Ringkøbing area]
* Municipal statistics: [https://web.archive.org/web/20070812152043/http://www2.netborger.dk/Kommunefakta/ NetBorger Kommunefakta], delivered from [http://www.kmd.dk/ KMD] aka Kommunedata (Municipal Data)
* Municipal mergers and neighbors: [https://web.archive.org/web/20061208085744/http://kommune.eniro.dk/region/media/nyekommuner.shtml Eniro new municipalities map]
* [https://www.weather-atlas.com/en/Denmark/Ringkobing Weather forecast Ringkøbing, Denmark] weather-atlas.com

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Jyllinge

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'''Jyllinge''' is a town located on the eastern shores of [[Roskilde Fjord]], midway between [[Roskilde]] and [[Frederikssund]], [[Roskilde Municipality]], some 40 km west of [[Copenhagen]], [[Denmark]]. The original fishing village is surrounded by large areas of [[Single-family detached home]]s. As of 1 January 2025, it had a population of 10,801.<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref>

==History==
[[Image:Peder Mork Mönsted A country lane Jyllinge.jpg|thumb|200px|left|Jyllinge in 1920, painting by [[Peder Mørk Mønsted]] ]]
Jyllinge is first mentioned in 1171 as ''Iuleghe'', possibly derived from ''Iula'', meaning "the yellow', an old name for Lilleø, and from Old Danish ''eki'', meaning "oak forest".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.denstoredanske.dk/Danmarks_geografi_og_historie/Danmarks_geografi/Sj%C3%A6lland/Jyllinge|title=Jyllinge|language=Danish|publisher=Gyldendal|accessdate=2014-06-22}}</ref>

The village consisted of a mixture of fishermen and farmers. The fishing took place from small boats on the fiord and was mainly for eel. In 1861, the village had 28 fishermen and 21 boats. The first primitive harbor was constructed in 1870.<ref name=Fiskerihavn>{{cite web|url=http://www.roskildekommune.dk/webtop/site.aspx?p=23310|title=Jyllinge Fiskerihavn|language=Danish|publisher=Kulturarv|accessdate=2014-06-22|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141101204249/http://www.roskildekommune.dk/webtop/site.aspx?p=23310|archive-date=2014-11-01|url-status=dead}}</ref> It saw a modest expansion in 1906 and a boatyard opened in 1909. In 1926, a group of fishermen founded Jyllinge Fish Exports.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.roskildekommune.dk/webtop/site.aspx?p=23312|title=Jyllinge Fiskeexport|language=Danish|publisher=Kulturarv|accessdate=2014-06-22|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141101203037/http://www.roskildekommune.dk/webtop/site.aspx?p=23312|archive-date=2014-11-01|url-status=dead}}</ref> A new harbor was constructed between 1956 and 1969.

The town has experienced considerable growth after [[World War II]], prospering from its location near Roskilde and Copenhagen.<ref name=Fiskerihavn/>

==Harbour==
Only a single commercial fishing vessel continues to operate out of Jyllinge Harbour. A marina with room for 400 leisure crafts has been constructed to the south of the harbor. A smaller. privately owned marina is located on its north side.

==Churches==
[[Image:05-03-05-a3 copie Jyllinge kirke (Roskilde).jpg|thumb|200px|Jyllinge Church]]

[[Image:Hellig Kors Kirke Jyllinge.jpg|thumb|200px|Church of the Holy Cross]]

Jyllinge has two churches. The medieval Jyllinge Church built around 1100, making it one of the oldest in Denmark. The original Tomanesque church was expanded with the short tower and the [[church porch|porch]] during the Late Gothic period.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.denstoredanske.dk/Kunst_og_kultur/Arkitektur/Danske_kirker_J-J%C3%A5/Jyllinge_Kirke|title=Jyllinge Kirke|language=Danish|publisher=Gyldendal|accessdate=2014-06-22}}</ref> The modern Church of the Holy Cross was completed in 2008 to a design by Jan Søndergaards of [[KHR Arkitekter]]. It is built in [[Fiberglass|GRP composite]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.jyllingesogn.dk/hellig-kors-kirke|title=Church of GRP composite|publisher=Fiberline|accessdate=2014-06-22|archive-url=https://archive.today/20140622033225/http://www.jyllingesogn.dk/hellig-kors-kirke|archive-date=2014-06-22|url-status=dead}}</ref>

==Other facilities==
Jyllinge has two primary schools, Jyllinge School and Baunehøj School. Jyllingecentret is a small shopping centre.

== Notable people ==
[[File:Christine Antorini 2005.jpg|thumb|120px|Christine Antorini, 2005]]
* [[H. A. Brendekilde]] (1857 – 1942 in Jyllinge) was a Danish painter, initially social realist style, later more religious and eventually portraying idyllic village life
* [[Christine Antorini]] (born 1965 in Jyllinge) a Danish politician, former Minister of Education
* [[Mette Gjerskov]] (born 1966 in Jyllinge) a Danish politician, former Minister for Food, Agriculture and Fisheries
* [[Frank Hansen (footballer, born 1983)|Frank Hansen]] (born 1983 in Jyllinge) a retired Danish football defender, ca.400 club caps
* [[Mikkel Damsgaard]] (born 2000 in Jyllinge) a Danish football player, 77 caps with [[FC Nordsjælland]]
* [[Martin Smits]] (born 1994 in Jyllinge) a Danish karateka, representing the Danish National Karate Team<ref>{{Cite web|title=SET-ONLINE Karate|url=https://www.sportdata.org/karate/set-online/popup_starter_main.php?popup_action=catnominations&catid=13041&verid=2523|access-date=2024-09-04|website=www.sportdata.org}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Martin Smits|url=https://www.karaterec.com/en/catalog.php?name=smits|website=Karate Records}}</ref>

==See also==
* [[Gundsømagle]]

==References==
<references/>

[[Category:Cities and towns in Roskilde Municipality]]

Hobro

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'''Hobro''' ({{IPA|da|hoˈpʁoˀ}}) is an old [[market town|market]] and [[railway town]] in [[Region Nordjylland]] on the [[Jutland]] peninsula in northern [[Denmark]]. It has a population of 12,360 (1 January 2025).<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> The town is situated in a hilly terrain at the head of [[Mariager Fjord]], close to the former [[Viking]] fortress of [[Fyrkat]]. It is the seat of [[Mariagerfjord municipality]].

==Politics==
Hobro was until 1 January 2007 also a municipality ([[Danish language|Danish]], ''[[Municipalities of Denmark|kommune]]'') in [[North Jutland County]] covering an area of 166 km<sup>2</sup> and with a total population of 15,318 (2005). Its last mayor was Jørgen Pontoppidan, a member of the [[Venstre (Denmark)|Venstre]] (Liberal Party) [[Politics of Denmark|political party]].

Hobro municipality ceased to exist due to [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal Reform 2007|''Kommunalreformen'' ("The Municipality Reform" of 2007)]]. It was merged with [[Arden municipality|Arden]], [[Hadsund]], and [[Mariager municipality|Mariager]] municipalities to form the new Mariagerfjord municipality. This created a municipality with an area of 769 km<sup>2</sup> and a total population of 43,049 (2005). The new municipality belongs to Region Nordjylland ("North Jutland Region").

==Sport==
[[Hobro IK]] is a football club based in Hobro who currently play in the [[Danish First Division]].

==Transportation==

===Rail===
[[File:HobroStationNedefra.JPG|thumb|Front facade of [[Hobro railway station]].]]
Hobro is served by [[Hobro railway station]]. It is located on the [[Randers-Aalborg Line|Randers-Aalborg railway line]] and offers direct [[InterCity]] services to [[Copenhagen]] and [[Aalborg]] and [[regional train]] services to [[Aarhus]] and [[Aalborg]].

[[Hobro station|The station]] was initiated on 15 June 1893. The stations present facade was made simultaneously with the construction of the harbor line in 1899–1901. The harbour line was then removed in 1966.

==Notable people==
* [[Thora Daugaard]] (1874 in Store Arden near Hobro – 1951) a women's rights activist, pacifist, editor and translator
* [[Ingeborg Brams]] (1921 in Hobro – 1989) a Danish film, radio, TV and theatre actress<ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0104271/ IMDb Database] retrieved 3 May 2020 {{unreliable source?|date=September 2020}}</ref>
* [[Bent Norup]] (1936 in Hobro – 2007), operatic [[heldenbaritone]]
* [[Matias Faldbakken]] (born 1973 in Hobro) a Norwegian artist and writer
* [[Mads Nissen]] (born 1979 in Hobro) a documentary photographer, won 2015 [[World Press Photo of the Year]]
=== Sport ===
* [[Gert Frank]] (born 1956 in Hobro) a former cyclist, team bronze medallist at the [[1976 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Tom Kristensen (racing driver)|Tom Kristensen]] (born 1967 in Hobro) a racing driver<ref>[http://www.tomkristensen.com/ Tom Kristensen's official website]</ref>
* [[Michael V. Knudsen]] (born 1978 in Hobro) a handball player
* [[Martin Thomsen (footballer, born 1982)|Martin Thomsen]] (born 1982 in Hobro) a Danish footballer, over 350 caps, mainly for [[Skive IK]]
* [[Fie Udby Erichsen]] (born 1985 in Hobro) a rower and silver medalist in the [[Rowing at the 2012 Summer Olympics – Women's single sculls|women's single sculls]] at the [[2012 Summer Olympics]]<ref>[http://www.tungdameroning.dk] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140105140923/http://tungdameroning.dk/|date=5 January 2014}}</ref>
* [[Michael Færk Christensen]] (born 1986 in Hobro), a racing cyclist
* [[Caroline Møller]] (born 1998 in Hobro), footballer for [[Denmark women's national football team|Denmark]]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Caroline Møller |url=https://www.soccerdonna.de/en/moller-hansen/profil/spieler_31624.html |access-date=2024-01-09 |website=soccerdonna.de}}</ref>

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20190923223233/https://www.mariagerfjord.dk/ Mariagerfjord municipality's official website] {{in lang|da}}
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Vordingborg

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'''Vordingborg''' ({{IPA|da|ˌvɒːte̝ŋˈpɒˀ}}) is a [[market town]] and old ferry town on the south coast of the island of [[Zealand]] in [[Denmark]]. Because of three large estates surrounding the town, a coherent urban development has not been possible, which is the reason why three satellite towns (former villages) have emerged around the town. Within the ring of estates, the town has a population of 12,093 (1 January 2025),<ref name="pop"/> and a population of 18,118 when including the three satellite towns of [[Ørslev (Vordingborg Municipality)|Ørslev]], [[Nyråd]], and [[Stensved]], situated 1, 3 and 5 kilometres, respectively, from the town of Vordingborg. Vordingborg is located in [[Vordingborg Municipality]] in [[Region Zealand]]. Vordingborg Municipality (Kommune) has a population of 45,751.

Vordingborg is situated on the southern coast of the island of Zealand. It lies adjacent to the [[Storstrømmen]], a strait separating the island of Zealand from the island of [[Falster]].

==History==
[[File:Vordingborg, remains of the castle-2.jpg|thumb|left|Ruins of [[Vordingborg Castle]].]]
It is uncertain when the oldest castle was built on the castle hill in Vordingborg, but King [[Valdemar the Great]] built a castle on the site in 1157. From Valdemar the Great's founding of the castle until King [[Valdemar Atterdag]]'s death in 1375, the kings often stayed at the castle and Vordingborg was at the center of Denmark's foreign policy. King Valdemar the Great died at his castle in ''Worthing'' in 1182.

The town of Vordingborg itself probably emerged at the beginning of the 12th century, but only gained significant importance with the construction of the castle. In 1415, during the reign of [[Eric of Pomerania]], Vordingborg was given the status of a [[market town]].
[[File:Vordingborg anno 1783.jpg|thumb|Prospect of Vordingborg in 1783.]]

==Geography==
[[File:Masnedø 2015 drone.jpg|thumb|[[Aerial photography|Aerial photograph]] of the [[Storstrømmen]] strait, the [[Storstrøm Bridge]], [[Masnedø]] and Vordingborg in the background.]]
Vordingborg is situated 37 km from [[Nykøbing Falster]], roughly 50 km from [[Gedser]], and roughly 100 km from [[Copenhagen]] and [[Odense]]. The town is situated on the island of [[Zealand (Denmark)|Zealand]] and is linked to the island of [[Falster]] with [[Farø Bridges]] and [[Storstrøm Bridge]].

==Economy==
Vordingborg Municipality is home to 9,500 jobs.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://sn.dk/Vordingborg/Hoej-eksport-og-stabil-beskaeftigelse/artikel/458269|title=Høj eksport og stabil beskæftigelse|publisher=sn.dk|access-date=30 December 2014|language=da}}</ref> Companies headquartered in Vordingborg include Vordingborg Køkkener, a kitchen manufacturer.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sydtid.dk/nyt-hoveds%C3%A6de-til-vordingborg-k%C3%B8kkenet/|title=Nyt hovedsæde til Vordingborg Køkkenet|publisher=Sydsjællands Tidende|access-date=30 December 2014|language=da}}</ref> Udbetaling Danmark, a public institution under ARP, has one of its five regional centres in the town.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mikkelsengroup.dk/2013/10/mikkelsen-arkitekter-far-arkitekturpris-for-udbetaling-danmark/|title=Mikkelsen Arkitekter får arkitekturpris for Udbetaling Danmark|publisher=Mikkelsen Arkitekter|access-date=30 December 2014|language=da}}</ref>

==Government==
[[File:Vordingborgs gamle rådhus.jpg|thumb|The former town hall at Algade in Vordingborg.]]
On 1 January 2007, the old Vordingborg municipality was, as the result of [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal Reform 2007|''Kommunalreformen'' ("The Municipal Reform" of 2007)]], merged with [[Langebæk]], [[Møn]], and [[Præstø]] municipalities to form an enlarged Vordingborg municipality.

==Transportation and Infrastructure==

[[File:Vordingborg_Station_2021_09.jpg|thumb|[[Vordingborg railway station]] in 2021.]]
Vordingborg is served by [[Vordingborg railway station]] which is located on the [[South Line (Denmark)|South Line]] which connects [[Copenhagen]] with the islands of [[Falster]] and [[Lolland]]. It offers direct [[regional rail]] services to [[Copenhagen]] and {{rws|Nykøbing Falster}}.<ref name=DSBVordingborgStation>{{cite web|url=https://www.dsb.dk/kundeservice/stationer/vordingborg/|title=Vordingborg Station|publisher=DSB|language=da|accessdate=26 August 2023}}</ref> From the station there is also bus connection to the towns of [[Stege, Denmark|Stege]], [[Præstø]], [[Næstved]] and [[Maribo]], as well as city bus lines.

Vordingborg is located on [[European route E47]] connecting [[Lübeck]] in [[Germany]] to [[Helsingborg]] in [[Sweden]] via [[Copenhagen]]. [[Danish national road 22]] connects Vordingborg with [[Kalundborg]] by way of [[Næstved]] and [[Slagelse]], and [[Danish national road 59]] connects Vordingborg with [[Stege, Denmark|Stege]] on the island of [[Møn]].

==Attractions==
[[Image:Goose Tower Spire.jpg|thumb|upright|The Goose Tower (''Gåsetårnet'') spire in Vordingborg, Denmark. (2005)]]
The ruins of [[Vordingborg Castle]], the old royal castle which was built around 1364, is the town's most famous attraction. The only fully remaining part of the castle, the 26 meter tall Goose Tower (''Gåsetårnet''), is the symbol of the city. It is the largest of King [[Valdemar IV of Denmark|Valdemar Atterdag's]] nine main castle towers. The name comes from the golden goose perched on top of the tower's spire. Legend has it that Valdemar Atterdag used the symbol to taunt the [[Hanseatic League]]. The current goose was put there in 1871. It is not certain what was on top of the tower before 1871 and maybe it was just a [[weather vane]] made of gold.<ref>[http://www.danmarksborgcenter.dk/content/dk4/dit_besog/borgen_og_gasetarnet/gasetarnet Gåsetårnet]</ref> The tower was transferred into the national trust on 24 December 1808 and is thus the first protected historic monument in Denmark.

A historic garden is also located on the site of the ruin.

Vordingborg is the home of the South Zealand Museum (''Sydsjællands Museum'').

The city holds an annual festival, Vordingborg Fest Week (''Vordingborg Festuge'') in July.

The [[Vordingborg Transmitter]] is one of the tallest towers in Denmark.

The [[Danish Army]] operates a barracks facility on the edge of town, known as ''[[Vordingborg Kaserne]]''.

==Notable people==
===Academics, educators and scholars===
* [[Jacob Baden]] (1735 in Vordingborg – 1804) a philologist, pedagogue, critic and academic
* [[N. F. S. Grundtvig]] (1783 in Udby near Vordingborg – 1872) a Danish pastor, author, poet, philosopher, historian and politician
* [[Martin Hammerich]] (1811 - 1881 in Iselingen) an art historian, educator, author and translator.
* [[Frederik Christian Kielsen]] (1774-1850), a Danish schoolmaster, published copiously illustrated books on natural history; he lectured at the Latin School in Vordingborg from 1819 to 1833
* [[Carl Lange (physician)|Carl Lange]] (1834 in Vordingborg – 1900), a physician, worked on neurology, psychiatry and psychology
* [[Julius Lange (art historian)|Julius Lange]] (1838 in Vordingborg – 1896), a Danish art historian and critic

===Architecture and design===
* [[Niels Peder Christian Holsøe]], Danish architect

===Artists===
* [[Nina Hole]], artist

===Businesspeople===
* [[Hans Wassard]] (1756–1839), businessman and landowner

===Music===
* Anders [[Trentemøller]] (born 1974 in Vordingborg) an electronic music producer and multi-instrumentalist

===Politics and activism===
[[File:Astrid Stampe Feddersen.jpg|thumb|140px|Astrid Stampe Feddersen, 1910]]
* [[Astrid Stampe Feddersen]] (1852 in [[Christinelund]] – 1930), a Danish women's rights activist
* [[Johannes Friis-Skotte]] (1874 in Vordingborg – 1946), a Danish politician and minister
* [[Clara Tybjerg]] (1864–1941), women's rights activist

===Royalty and nobility===
* [[Johan Friis]] ( 1494–1570), Danish statesman and landowner
* [[Anne Lykke]] (1595 in Vordingborg Castle – 1641) a Danish noblewoman and royal mistress of [[Christian, Prince Elect of Denmark]]
* [[Valdemar II of Denmark]] (1170–1241 in [[Vordingborg Castle]]), [[Monarchy of Denmark|King of Denmark]] 1202-1241.<ref>{{Cite EB1911 |wstitle= Valdemar II. |volume= 27 |last= Bain |first= Robert Nisbet |author-link= Robert Nisbet Bain |pages=841-842 |short=1}}</ref>

=== Sport ===
[[File:Morten Olsen 2012.jpg|thumb|140px|Morten Olsen, 2012]]
* [[Vagn Ingerslev]] (1885 in Vordingborg – 1952) a tennis player, competed at the [[1912 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Morten Olsen]] (born 1949) former footballer with 531 club caps and 102 for [[Denmark national football team|Denmark]] with whom he was head coach from 2000 until 2015
* [[Birger Pedersen]] (born 1950 in Vordingborg) a Danish former footballer, 14 caps for [[Denmark national football team|Denmark]]
* [[Steven Lustü]] (born 1971 in Vordingborg) a Danish former footballer with 9 caps for [[Denmark national football team|Denmark]]

===Writers===
[[File:Goldschmidt AM.jpg|140px|thumb|Meïr Aron Goldschmidt]]
* [[Jesper Ewald]] (1893 in Vordingborg – 1969 in Copenhagen), an author, journalist and translator
* [[Meïr Aron Goldschmidt]] (1819 in Vordingborg – 1887), a publisher, journalist and novelist <ref>{{Cite Americana|wstitle= Goldschmidt, Meier Aaron |volume= XIII |last= |first= |short=1 }}</ref>
* [[Peter Andreas Heiberg]] (1758 in Vordingborg - 1841), a Danish author and philologist

===Other===
* [[Jacob Ellehammer]] (1871 in Bakkebølle – 1946) a Danish watchmaker, inventor and contributor to powered flight
* [[Jesper Juul (family therapist)|Jesper Juul]] (born 1948 in Vordingborg) a family therapist and author on parenting

==Twin towns==
Vordingborg is [[town twinning|twinned]] with:
*{{Flag icon|Poland}} '''[[Słupsk]]''', [[Poland]] - since 1994.

==See also==
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*[[Vordingborg Castle]]
*[[Farø Bridges]]
*[[Masnedsund Bridge]]
*[[Storstrøm Bridge]]
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==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
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*[http://www.vordingborg.dk Official site of Vordingborg]

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Nakskov

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Nakskov is situated on the western coast of the island of Lolland, one of the agriculturally richest of the [[Denmark|Danish]] islands. It lies adjacent to the inner part of the [[Nakskov Fjord]], an inlet from the [[Langeland Belt]] (''Langelandsbælt'') that runs between the islands of [[Lolland]] and [[Langeland]]. Nakskov Fjord is a [[Nature reserve|wildlife reserve]], known for its bird life.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Forside|url=http://www.nakskovfjord.dk/|access-date=2021-04-10|website=Nakskov Fjord|language=da}}</ref> Nakskov is one of the most environmentally conscious and cleanest towns of Denmark{{Citation needed|date=January 2025}}. Technological and environmental enterprises have replaced the earlier heavy industries, and in recent years, local government has restored the town.

==History==
{{stack|[[File:MedievalNakskov.JPG|thumb|Copper plate illustration of the town of Nakskov, Denmark, probably 17th century, seen from the south across the strait separating the inner and outer portions of the fjord.]]}}
The area of the current town of Nakskov was settled during the [[Neolithic]] period and has been continuously inhabited since. The town received trade privileges in 1266, during the reign of king [[Eric V of Denmark|Erik V Glipping]]. Once the export center of western Lolland, Nakskov thrived on trade, commerce and industry. This changed gradually as overland traffic was enabled by a railway to the neighboring island of [[Falster]] in 1875.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2006-06-28|title=Portræt af Frederik den IX's Bro|url=http://www.highways.dk/danmark/broer/nykobingbro.php|access-date=2021-04-10|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060628045046/http://www.highways.dk/danmark/broer/nykobingbro.php|archive-date=28 June 2006}}</ref> The connection to Sjælland and [[Copenhagen]] over the [[Storstrøm Bridge|Storstrømsbroen bridge]] in 1937<ref>{{Cite web|date=2007-01-21|title=Portræt af Storstrømsbroen|url=http://www.highways.dk/danmark/broer/storstromsbro.php|access-date=2021-04-10|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070121200911/http://www.highways.dk/danmark/broer/storstromsbro.php|archive-date=21 January 2007}}</ref> shifted goods from the port of Nakskov. Over time, several industries and factories opened in the town, amongst them the sugar factory in 1882, and the shipyard in 1916.

Although traditionally a center of manufacturing and industry, when Denmark joined the [[EEC]] in 1973 and the subsidies were dismantled, it caused the industrial boom in shipbuilding to end. Subsequently, Nakskov turned to commerce and trade, and technological and environmental enterprises replaced the earlier heavy industries.

==Economy==
{{stack|[[File:Nordic-sugar-Nakskov-1.JPG|thumb|Entrance of the sugar factory in Nakskov.]]}}
Denmark's largest sugar factory is located in Nakskov. It processes about 12,000 tons of [[sugar beet]] per day and belongs to the German group [[Nordzucker]].<ref>[http://www.nordicsugar.dk/om-nordic-sugar/vores-organisation/vores-fabrikker-og-kontorer/nakskov/ Nordic "Sugar Nakskov"], NordicSugar. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 29 July 2013.</ref>

==Nakskov municipality==
Until 1 January 2007, "Nakskov" was also the name of a municipality ([[Danish language|Danish]], ''[[Municipalities of Denmark|kommune]]'') covering an area of 33 km², and with a total population of 14,745 (2006). Nowadays Nakskov is integrated into, and encompassed by, [[Lolland municipality]]. The last mayor of Nakskov was Flemming Bonne Hansen, a member of the [[Socialist People's Party (Denmark)|Socialist People's Party]] (''Socialistisk Folkeparti'') [[Politics of Denmark|political party]]. Nakskov municipality ceased to exist as the result of [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal Reform 2007|''Kommunalreformen'' ("The Municipality Reform" of 2007)]]. It was merged with [[Holeby]], [[Højreby]], [[Maribo]], [[Ravnsborg]], [[Rudbjerg]] and [[Rødby]] municipalities to form the new [[Lolland municipality]]. This new municipality consists of an area of 892 km² and a total population of 48,634 (2007).

==Transport==
{{stack|[[File:Nakskov st.JPG|thumb|[[Nakskov railway station]]]]}}
Nakskov is served by [[Nakskov railway station]] which is connected to {{rws|Nykøbing Falster}} and the rest of the [[Rail transport in Denmark|Danish rail network]] by the [[Lollandsbanen]] railway line. Busses run within the town and to neighbouring towns, villages and areas. Bike routes follow the levees encompassing the island of Lolland.

Boats run from Nakskov to the islands of the Nakskov Fjord ([[Slotø]], [[Vejlø]], [[Enehøje]], and [[Albuen]]). At Tårs, a short distance to the northwest of Nakskov, a [[Roll-on/roll-off|car ferry]] across the Langeland Belt connects Nakskov to [[Spodsbjerg]] on the island of [[Langeland]]. [[Danish national road 9]] between [[Odense]] on [[Funen]] and [[Nykøbing Falster]] on [[Falster]] passes by Nakskov.

==Attractions==
{{stack|[[File:Nakskov - udsigt til kirketårnet.jpg|thumb|[[Nakskov Church]]]]}}
[[Nakskov Church]], dating to the early 13th century, has carved works from the [[Baroque|Baroque period]] including the pulpit (1630) by [[Jørgen Ringnis]] and the altarpiece (1656) by [[Anders Mortensen]].<ref name=natmus>[http://danmarkskirker.natmus.dk/uploads/tx_tcchurchsearch/Maribo_0089-0126.pdf Kirsten Weber-Andersen, Otto Norn, Aage Roussell, Gertrud Købke Knudsen, "Nakskov Kirke"], ''Danmarks kirker: Maribo amt, Volume 8'', 1951, Nationalmuseet, pages 89-126. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 14 July 2013.</ref>

Large parts of the wetlands around Nakskov were drained in the 19th century. The [[levee]] along the southern shore of the fjord allows to travel by foot or on a bicycle to [[Langø]]. Another attraction of Nakskov is the Danish sugar museum (sukkermuseum). The town also used to display an ex-Soviet submarine designated S-359 or [[Soviet submarine U-359|U-359]].<ref>{{Cite web|last=Breinstrup|first=Thomas|date=2011-04-14|title=Nakskov sender Gorbatjovs u-båd til skrotning|url=https://www.berlingske.dk/content/item/733148|access-date=2021-04-10|website=Berlingske.dk|language=da}}</ref>

== Notable people ==
[[File:Johannes Wilhjelm 1937.jpg|thumb|upright|Johannes Wilhjelm, 1937]]
[[File:Helle Helle Literaturhaus München.jpg|thumb|upright|Helle Helle, 2012]]
* [[Jørgen Ringnis]] (birth date unknown, died 1652 in Nakskov) a Danish woodcarver of altarpieces and pulpits
* [[Martin Severin From]] (1828–1895) soldier, civil servant and Danish chess master
* [[Hans Niels Andersen]] (1852–1937) a shipping magnate, businessman, founded the [[East Asiatic Company]]
* [[Ludovica Levy]] (1856–1922) a Danish actress, theatre director and theatre critic
* [[Johan Jensen (mathematician)|Johan Jensen]] (1859–1925) a Danish mathematician and engineer
* [[August Enna]] (1859–1939) a Danish composer, known mainly for his operas
* [[Johannes Wilhjelm]] (1868–1938) a Danish painter of bright, colourful landscapes
* [[Jørgen Skafte Rasmussen]] (1878–1964) a Danish engineer and industrialist
* [[Victor Cornelins]] (1898–1985) a Danish school teacher, musician, and public speaker.
* [[Paul Hagen]] (1920–2003 in Nakskov) a Danish film and television actor <ref> [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0353434/ IMDb Database] retrieved 11 June 2020 </ref>
* [[Per Mollerup]] (born 1942) a Danish designer, academic, and author
* [[Ole Kiehn]] (born 1958) a Danish-Swedish neuroscientist and academic
* [[Stefan Wenzel]] (born 1962) a German politician for the Alliance '90/The Greens
* [[Helle Helle]] (born 1965) a widely translated Danish short story writer and novelist
* [[Lisbeth Zornig Andersen]] (born 1968) a Danish economist, activist and author
* [[Blak (rapper)|Blak]] (born 1989) a Danish rapper and songwriter; stage name of ''Henrik Blak''
=== Sport ===
* [[Mette Jacobsen]] (born 1973) a Danish freestyle and butterfly swimmer, competed in five consecutive Summer Olympics from 1988
* [[Lee Rochester Sørensen]] (born 1994) a Danish-Jamaican footballer.

==Gallery==
<gallery mode="packed" heights="120">
File:NakskovCirka1657.JPG|Nakskov and surrounding area (up = south) as depicted by the Swedish king's cartographer during the siege of Nakskov in 1658.[https://archive.today/20070814022917/http://www.nakskov.dk/erhverv/info.asp?infoId=1350931&rootId=1347125]
File:NakskovFjordAlbuenFromLangoeJuly2006.jpg|View from Langø in Nakskov Fjord toward the peninsula of Albuen and the island of Langeland in the west
File:Nakskov - U-359 Ubådsmuseum.jpg|The formerly [[Soviet submarine U-359|Soviet submarine S-174/U-359]] in Nakskov harbor.
</gallery>

==See also==
*[[Lolland Hydrogen Community]]

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
{{Commons category}}
* [http://www.lolland.dk/ Lolland municipality's official website (Danish only)]
*Municipal statistics: [https://web.archive.org/web/20070812152043/http://www2.netborger.dk/Kommunefakta/ NetBorger Kommunefakta], delivered from [http://www.kmd.dk/ KMD aka Kommunedata (Municipal Data)]
* Municipal mergers and neighbors: [https://web.archive.org/web/20061208085744/http://kommune.eniro.dk/region/media/nyekommuner.shtml Eniro new municipalities map]

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{{Towns of Lolland Municipality}}
{{Storstrøm County}}

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Haslev

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'''Haslev''' is a [[railway town]] in the southern part of the island of [[Zealand (Denmark)|Zealand]], [[Denmark]], located about {{convert|60|km|0|abbr=on}} southwest of [[Copenhagen]]. It has a population of 12,634 (1 January 2025),<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> and is the largest town and municipal seat of [[Faxe Municipality]] in [[Region Zealand]].

Haslev has six public schools: two boarding schools, a folk high school, a technical school, a college of education, and a sixth-form college.

The estates and castles of [[Gisselfeld]] and [[Bregentved]] are close to Haslev.

==History==
Haslev started out being a small village named Hasle with a few houses and streets surrounding the [[Haslev Church|church]]. It is mentioned for the first time in 1328 as ''Haslæ'' and in the [[Bishop of Roskilde]]'s [[Urbarium]] 1370-80 as ''Hasle'' and ''Haslæ''.<ref>{{cite book |first=Bent |last=Søndergaard |title=Indledende studier over den nordiske stednavnetype lev (lov) |series=Navnestudier udgivet af Institut for Navneforskning |volume=10 |location=Copenhagen |year=1972 |language=da |page=18 }}</ref> The name was later changed to Haslev to avoid confusion with other similar town names in Denmark.

In 1870, the [[South Line (Denmark)|railway line passing Haslev town]] was inaugurated. At that time, Haslev had only 653 inhabitants. A street named Jernbanegade (Railway Street) was paved, to connect the church with the newly built train station. In the years that followed, the street became the main street of the town with shops, banks and so forth. In 1911, the town had 3,668 inhabitants. In the 1980s, a square in the middle of the street was constructed.

During the 20th century Haslev grew rapidly, becoming a center for [[the Church Association for the Inner Mission in Denmark]]. The latter built a folk high school, sixth-form college (with a boarding school) among others. In the 1970s and 1980s, the schools became independent of the founding association. Today, there are only few remains of the Inner Mission in Haslev.

In the early 1970s and onwards, an entrepreneur named Ole Christiansen founded whole new neighbourhoods of one-family houses with an attached garden at a low expense. This encouraged many families from all over Zealand, and especially Copenhagen, to move to Haslev.

Nobel-Prize winner [[Jens Christian Skou]] studied at Haslev Gymnasium (college) in his youth. In 1997, he received the [[Nobel Prize in Chemistry]] for his discovery of [[Na+/K+-ATPase|Na<sup>+</sup>,K<sup>+</sup>-ATPase]]

Prior to 1 January 2007, Haslev was a town in [[Haslev Municipality]] (''[[Commune (subnational entity)|kommune]]''). On 1 January 2007 Haslev as the result of [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal Reform 2007|''Kommunalreformen'' ("The Municipal Reform" of 2007)]], became a town in Faxe municipality.

==Transport==
[[File:Haslev_Station_2011.png|thumb|[[Haslev railway station]]]]
Haslev is served by [[Haslev railway station]] which is connected to {{rws|Køge}} and {{rws|Næstved}} and the rest of the [[Rail transport in Denmark|Danish rail network]] by the [[Little South Line|Little South]] railway line.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.dsb.dk/kundeservice/stationer/haslev/|title=Haslev Station|publisher=[[DSB (railway company)|DSB]]|access-date=18 May 2024|language=da}}</ref> Busses run from the station to neighbouring towns, villages and areas.

[[European road E47]] passes a short distance east of Haslev.

== Notable people ==
[[File:Jesper-bodilsen DSC08455.jpg|thumb|140px|Jesper Bodilsen, 2017]]
* [[Carl Emil Moltke]] (1773 at [[Bregentved]] – 1858) a Danish diplomat and landowner
* [[Emilie Ulrich]] (1872 in Frerslev – 1952) a Danish soprano who sang leading roles at the [[Royal Danish Opera]] from 1894 until 1917
* [[Marianne Christiansen]] (born 1963 in Haslev) is a Lutheran Bishop in the Church of Denmark in the [[Diocese of Haderslev]]
* [[Jesper Bodilsen]] (born 1970 in Haslev) a Danish jazz double bassist
* [[Anders Egholm]] (born 1983 in Haslev) a Danish professional football defender, who plays for [[SønderjyskE]]
* [[Jonas Eika]] (born 1991) a Danish writer.

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
{{commons}}
Castles
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20111129065217/http://www.bregentved.dk/gbdefault.asp Bregentved estate and castle.]
* [http://www.gisselfeld-kloster.dk/ Gisselfeld Castle and Monastery.]

Schools
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20071009203227/http://www.haslev-gym.dk/engelskversion/ Haslev Sixth Form College (Haslev Gymnasium & HF)]
* [http://www.ucsj.dk/content/dk/udenfor_menu/university_college_sealand Haslev College of Education (Haslev Seminarium)] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090125011705/http://ucsj.dk/content/dk/udenfor_menu/university_college_sealand |date=25 January 2009 }}
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20070702235911/http://huh.as/site/8421.htm The folk high school (Haslev Udvidede Hoejskole)]

Public schools
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20070628162512/http://www.groendalsskolen.dk/ Groendalsskolen]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20060402211744/http://lysholmskole.dk/ Lysholm Skole]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20070327105856/http://www.nordskovskolen.dk/ Nordskovskolen]
* [http://www.sofiendal-skolen.skoleintra.dk/ Sofiendalskolen] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070331203402/http://www.sofiendal-skolen.skoleintra.dk/ |date=31 March 2007 }}
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20010302111702/http://www.svalebaekskolen.haslev.dk/ Svalebaekskolen]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20030807220656/http://www.terslevskolen.haslev.dk/ Terslev Skole]

Boarding schools
* [http://www.haslevefterskole.dk/ Haslev Boarding School]
* [http://www.his-haslev.dk/ Haslev Boarding School for Sports]

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Brønderslev

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'''Brønderslev''' is a city in [[Denmark]] with a population of 12,946 (1 January 2025).<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> The city is the largest urban area in [[Brønderslev Municipality]] and is the municipal seat. It is the fourth largest city of [[Vendsyssel]] within the [[North Jutland Region]].

==History==
The name of the town is derived from a local [[Norsemen]] chief, Brunder.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Brønderslev|url=https://www.visitbroenderslev.com/broenderslev|access-date=2020-12-29|website=VisitBrønderslev|language=en|archive-date=17 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210117001416/https://www.visitbroenderslev.com/broenderslev|url-status=dead}}</ref> Brønderslev was formerly known as ''Vester Brønderslev'', in contrast to the neighboring ''Øster Brønderslev''. As of 2020, Øster Brønderslev has a population of just 943.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Table BY1: Øster Brønderslev|url=https://www.statbank.dk/statbank5a/default.asp?w=1440|url-status=live|access-date=2020-12-29|website=Statistikbanken|publisher=[[Statistics Denmark]]|language=en|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304181844/http://statbank.dk/statbank5a/default.asp?w=1440 |archive-date=4 March 2016 }}</ref>

Vester Brønderslev was once a small farming village. In 1682, it consisted of just 27 farms and 47 houses.<ref>{{Cite book|last=Pedersen|first=Henrik|title=De danske Landbrug fremstillet paa Grundlag af Forarbejderne til Christian V.s Matrikel 1688|year=1928|isbn=8775260565|location=Copenhagen|pages=315|language=da}}</ref> The town was not initially located on any major [[thoroughfare]]s and saw very little traffic. Thus, the town grew comparatively gradually. By the 1850s, however, an inn and an established market had begun to draw more traders to settle on the road near the city.<ref>{{Cite book|last=Klitgaard|first=C.|title=Vester Brønderslev Sogns og Brønderslev Købstads Historie|year=1942|location=Brønderslev|language=da}}</ref> In 1871, the [[Vendsyssel railway line]] opened which connected Brønderslev to [[Aalborg]] and [[Hjørring]]. The station was located in the old part of town and revitalized development in that area. By the 1880s, Brønderslev had its own post office, hospital, technical school, trade school, library, banks, pharmacy, and a daily newspaper.<ref>{{Cite book|last=Alkjær|first=Ejler|title=Det danske Marked|year=1943|pages=158|language=da|chapter=De danske Stationsbyer}}</ref> In 1921, Brønderslev was officially designated as a ''Købstad'' (English: ''market town''). It has since become a major trading and industrial city in the region.

==Geography==
Brønderslev is located near the center of [[Vendsyssel]] and is nearly equidistant from the region's two other large cities: [[Aalborg]] and [[Hjørring]]. The city is approximately 13–22 meters above sea level, with the terrain rising towards the northernmost parts of the city. The southern part of the city is characterized by meadow areas.
[[File:Brønderslev Rhododendronpark.jpg|left|thumb|Rhododendron park, 2012]]
Southwest of Brønderslev is the large [[bog]], called [[Store Vildmose]]. The bog is a natural attraction in itself, but it has also revealed many archaeological finds, particularly from the [[Nordic Iron Age|Iron Age]]. Brønderslev is home to the regional-museum of ''Vildmosemuseet'' (English: ''The Vildmose Museum''), which focuses on the cultural history of Store Vildmose and the surrounding area. Vildmosemuseet is part of [[The Museums in Brønderslev Municipality]] which comprise a total of three museums, the other two being ''Try Museum'' and ''Dorf Møllegård'', both of which are located in [[Dronninglund]].

In 1994, the Hedelund Rhododendron Park was established within the city on the site of a [[Beech|beech tree]] park which had been there since 1890. The park covers an area of 7 hectares, making it one of the largest of its kind within the [[nordic countries]]. It contains more than 10,000 individual plants from over 130 different species of [[Rhododendron]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=Infoskærm|url=http://hedelund.info/|url-status=live|access-date=2020-12-29|website=Hedelund|language=da-DK|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20040106023218/http://hedelund.info:80/ |archive-date=6 January 2004 }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=The Rhododendron Park|url=https://www.visitbroenderslev.com/the-rhododendron-park|url-status=live|access-date=2020-12-29|website=VisitBrønderslev|language=en|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200810052334/https://www.visitbroenderslev.com/the-rhododendron-park |archive-date=10 August 2020 }}</ref>

== Infrastructure ==

=== Education ===
There are three primary schools located within the city: Hedegaardsskolen, Skolegades skole, and Søndergades skole. The city's secondary school, [[Brønderslev Gymnasium og HF|Brønderslev Gymnasium of HF]], was first proposed by the city council in 1953, though it did not officially open until 1973. As of 2007, the gymnasium is an independent institution.

Nordjyllands Idrætshøjskole is an athletic [[folk high school]] which has been located in the city since 1986. The land on which it sits had previously been used for agriculture and was purchased by the municipality which then built the school's facilities.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Heine|first=Esben|date=2017-03-28|title=Forstander takker af på NIH|url=https://nordjyske.dk/nyheder/forstander-takker-af-paa-nih/8622ba81-4cd8-41bc-875f-63427045aca6|access-date=2020-12-29|website=nordjyske.dk|language=da}}</ref>[[File:Banegård_i_Brønderslev_2012_ubt.JPG|thumb|Brønderslev station]]

===Transportation===
Brønderslev is served by [[Brønderslev railway station]]. It is located on the [[Vendsyssel Line|Aalborg-Hjørring-Frederikshavn railway line]] and offers direct [[InterCity]] services to [[Copenhagen]] and [[Frederikshavn]], along with [[regional train]] services to [[Aalborg]] and Frederikshavn.

The [[European route E39|E39]] motorway passes by Brønderslev. Since the completion of a bypass around the city in 2000, there is no heavy traffic directly through the city.
[[File:Broenderslevnk ubt 2010.JPG|thumb|Brønderslev Church, 2010]]

==Religion==
The [[Church of Denmark]] has two churches within the city. Brønderslev Gamle Kirke was originally built during the 12th century in the [[Romanesque architecture|romanesque style]]. [[Brønderslev Church]] was built in 1920 to accommodate the town's growing population.

Also located within the city is the Brønderslev International Apostolic Church.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Om os|url=https://biak.dk/om-os|url-status=live|access-date=2020-12-29|website=Brønderslev International Apostolsk Kirke|language=da|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200710062951/https://biak.dk/om-os |archive-date=10 July 2020 }}</ref>

== Notable people ==
[[File:Naja Abelsen.1.JPG|thumb|130px|Naja Abelsen, 2016]]
[[File:Ove Christensen.jpg|thumb|130px|Ove Christensen, 2011]]
*[[Peder Møller (violinist)|Peder Møller]] (1877–1940), violinist and music teacher
*[[Ejnar Mikkelsen]] (1880–1971), polar explorer and author.<ref>{{Cite Americana|wstitle= Mikkelsen, Ejnar |volume= XIX |short=1 }}</ref>
*[[Ellen Gottschalch]] (1894 in Asaa –1981), actress<ref>{{Cite web|title=Ellen Gottschalch|url=https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0332028/|url-status=live|access-date=26 April 2020|publisher=[[IMDb]]|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20041111065120/http://imdb.com:80/name/nm0332028/ |archive-date=11 November 2004 }}</ref>
*[[Per Bak]] (1948–2002), theoretical physicist
*[[Naja Abelsen]] (born 1964), painter and illustrator
*[[Marianne Gaarden]] (born 1964), [[prelate]] and bishop of [[Diocese of Lolland–Falster|Lolland-Falster]]
*[[Lone Dencker Wisborg]] (born 1966), Denmark’s ambassador to the United States.
*[[The Blue Van]]: [[blues rock]] band formed in Brønderslev in 2003

=== Sport ===
*[[Ove Christensen]] (born 1950), Association football manager, most recently of [[Vendsyssel FF]]
*[[Kim Jensen]] (born 1961), former assistant coach for the [[Denmark women's national handball team]]
*[[Jakob Ahlmann Nielsen]] (born 1991), footballer

==References==
<references/>

==Sources==
{{Commons category|Brønderslev}}
* Municipal statistics: [https://web.archive.org/web/20070812152043/http://www2.netborger.dk/Kommunefakta/ NetBorger Kommunefakta], delivered from [http://www.kmd.dk/ KMD aka Kommunedata (Municipal Data)]
* Municipal mergers and neighbors: [https://web.archive.org/web/20061208085744/http://kommune.eniro.dk/region/media/nyekommuner.shtml Eniro new municipalities map]

==External links==
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20140102193952/http://www.bkmuseer.dk/Vildmosemuseet.asp Vildmosemuseet] The museums homepage {{in lang|da}}

{{Brønderslev Municipality}}
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Frederiksværk

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'''Frederiksværk''' is a town with a population of 12,837 (1 January 2025)<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> in [[Halsnæs Municipality]] on [[Zealand]] in [[Capital Region of Denmark|Region Hovedstaden]] in [[Denmark]].

==History==
A French cannon founder, Peyrembert, received permission to build a cannon factory here. Having gotten into difficulties, King [[Frederick V of Denmark|Frederik V]] requested that his chancellery advisor, [[Johan Frederik Classen]], take over the operation of the foundry. Under Classen's management the town blossomed, and there came a gunpowder mill, as well as light industry and handicrafts to the town. This resulted in Classen's being appointed [[major general]]. On 25 August 1756 the king issued a document permitting Classen to call the town "Friederichswerk".

Classen was allowed to build a new foundry, Gjethuset, and it was constructed between 1761 and 1767. It has been used as a cannon foundry until 1928, and has been used for heavy industry until 1976. The building has been restored and reopened on 12 June 1996. It is now used as an art and culture center with theatre, music and art exhibitions. The original architect was either [[Lauritz de Thurah]] or [[Nicolai Eigtved]]. The word ''Gjethus'' comes from [[Low German]] ''Gethus'' and means "foundry house".

Classen's home in the [[Neoclassicism|neoclassical]] style, Arresødal, is still standing. It is in private ownership, but can be viewed from the outside.


==Attractions==
There are a number of churches from the [[Middle Ages]] in the villages near Frederiksværk. Vinderød Church, in the town of Frederiksværk, houses the sarcophagus of General Classen and has a view towards the Arresø.






===Town Museum===
The Town Museum is established in the old Arsenal, which was used as a storehouse for the cannons cast in Gjethuset. Displays in the museum concern weapon fabrication, gunpowder production and copper rolling during the years 1750 to 1900. There is also a restored grocery store from 1900.

===The Gunpowder Mill Museum===
The small open-air museum, part of the Industrial Museum Frederiks Værk, contains one of the world's best-preserved powder mills with buildings and working machines from 1800. There is also a working watermill on the premises.

===Castle ruins===
The ruins of [[Dronningholm Castle]] lie near the Arresø. It was started by [[Valdemar I of Denmark|Valdemar the Great]], and continued by his son [[Valdemar II of Denmark|Valdemar the Victorious]]. The castle was one of the largest in the country. but burned down in 1525. According to legend the castle was given as a gift to [[Dagmar of Bohemia|Queen Dagmar]].

The ruins of [[Asserbo Castle]] are also open to the public for viewing and touring. Asserbo Castle, which lies in the woods of Tisvilde Hegn, was founded by [[Absalon|Bishop Absalon]] in the 12th century and was used as a monastery for monks of the [[Cistercians|Cistercian Order]], originally invited from [[France]]. The King took claim of the castle {{Circa|1560}}, and then by drifting sands. The castle was reclaimed from the sands, first by King [[Frederick VII of Denmark|Frederik VII]] in 1849, and then by the [[National Museum of Denmark]] excavations in 1972.

===GeoArt: art gallery & crystalmuseum===
GeoArt is located at the northern tip of Lake Arre, between Frederiksværk and Helsinge. It has an art gallery with changing exhibitions and a permanent exhibition of gems and minerals including 225 million year old petrified wood from Arizona, amethyst from Brazil and fluorite from China.

==Frederiksværk municipality==
Until 1 January 2007 Frederiksværk was also a municipality ([[Danish language|Danish]], ''[[Municipalities of Denmark|kommune]]'') in [[Frederiksborg County]] on the island of [[Zealand]] (''Sjælland'') in eastern [[Denmark]], located between Lake Arre (''[[Arresø]]'') and [[Roskilde Fjord]]. The municipality covered an area of 90 km², and had a total population of 20,340 (2005). Its last mayor was Helge Friis, a member of the [[Social Democrats (Denmark)|Social Democrats]] (Socialdemokraterne) [[Politics of Denmark|political party]].

Frederiksværk municipality ceased to exist due to [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal Reform 2007|''Kommunalreformen'' ("The Municipality Reform" of 2007)]]. It was merged with existing [[Hundested]] municipality to form the new [[Halsnæs Municipality|Frederiksværk-Hundested municipality]]. The name was changed to [[Halsnæs Municipality]] on 1 January 2008. This created a municipality with an area of 120 km² and a total population of c. 30,253.

===Municipal information===
The municipal Frederiksværk contained many small towns and villages besides the city of Frederiksværk, including [[Ølsted, Halsnæs Municipality|Ølsted]], [[Kregme]], [[Liseleje]], [[Asserbo]] and [[Melby, Halsnæs Municipality|Melby]].

==See also==
* [[Asserbo Charterhouse]]
* [[Asserbohus]]
* [[Frederiksværk Gymnasium]]
* [[Frederiksværk railway station]]

== Notable people ==
[[File:Johan Frederik Classen.jpg|thumb|130px|Johan Frederik Classen]]
[[File:Anders Thomas Jensen (cropped).jpg|thumb|130px|Anders Thomas Jensen, 2015]]
[[File:David Sakurai.jpg|thumb|130px|David Sakurai, 2013]]
* [[Johan Frederik Classen]] (1725–1792) a Danish-Norwegian industrialist, major general, landowner and founder of [[Det Classenske Fideicommis]]
* [[Anton Frederik Tscherning]] (1795–1874) a Danish army officer who became a politician
* [[Arnold Krog]] (1856–1931) a Danish architect, painter, designer and artistic director of [[Royal Copenhagen]] 1884–1916
* [[Knud Larsen]] (1865 in Vinderød – 1922) a Danish painter of landscapes and later portraiture
* [[Aase Hansen (writer)|Aase Hansen]] (1893–1981) a Danish educator, translator and award-winning writer
* [[Knut Ansgar Nelson]] (1906—1990) convert to Roman Catholicism, served as [[Roman Catholic Diocese of Stockholm|Bishop of Stockholm]] 1957–1962
* [[Francis Cardenau]] (born 1957) a Denmark-based French chef and restaurateur, lives on a small farm close to Frederiksværk
* [[Thomas Blom Hansen]] (born 1958) an anthropologist and commentator on violence in India
* [[Jan Friis-Mikkelsen]] (born 1963) a Danish chef and restaurateur, runs Restaurant Tinggården in Asserbo since 1987
* [[Anders Thomas Jensen]] (born 1972) a Danish screenwriter and film director <ref> [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0421314/ IMDb Database] retrieved 23 June 2020 </ref>
* [[David Sakurai]] (born 1979) a Japanese-Danish actor, director, scriptwriter and martial artist; brought up in Frederiksværk <ref> [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2077159/ IMDb Database] retrieved 23 June 2020 </ref>
=== Sport ===
* [[Henrik Hansen (wrestler)|Henrik Hansen]] (1920–2010) a wrestler, bronze medallist at the [[1948 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Svend Ove Pedersen]] (1920–2009) a rower, team bronze medallist at [[1952 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Leif Hermansen]] (born 1925) a Danish rower, competed at the [[1952 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Tage Juhl Weirum]] (born 1949) a Danish wrestler, competed at the [[1972 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Benny Nielsen (footballer, born 17 March 1951)|Benny Nielsen]] (born 1951) a Danish former football player, played 28 matches for Denmark
* [[Thomas Frank (football manager)|Thomas Frank]] (born 1973) a Danish football manager, head coach at [[Tottenham Hotspur]]
* [[Kim Christensen (footballer, born 1980)|Kim Christensen]] (born 1980) a Danish football coach of Frederiksværk FK, former player with over 200 club caps

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
{{Commons}}
* [http://www.halsnaes.dk/ Municipality's official website] {{in lang|da}}
* [http://www.frvturist.dk/ Municipality's tourist bureau.]
* [https://indmus.dk/english Industriemuseum]
** [http://www.kulturarv.dk/fileadmin/user_upload/industriensminder/PDF-guides/03Frederiksvaerk_Kor5.pdf 250 years of industrial heritage] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201109120802/http://www.kulturarv.dk/fileadmin/user_upload/industriensminder/PDF-guides/03Frederiksvaerk_Kor5.pdf |date=2020-11-09 }} (pdf)
* Municipal statistics: [https://web.archive.org/web/20070812152043/http://www2.netborger.dk/Kommunefakta/ NetBorger Kommunefakta], delivered from [http://www.kmd.dk/ KMD aka Kommunedata (Municipal Data)]
* Municipal mergers and neighbors: [https://web.archive.org/web/20061208085744/http://kommune.eniro.dk/region/media/nyekommuner.shtml Eniro new municipalities map]
* [http://www.halsnaes.info/ Spirce]

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Nykøbing Falster

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'''Nykøbing Falster''' ({{IPA|da|ˈnyˌkʰøˀpe̝ŋ ˈfælˀstɐ|IPA|Da-Nykøbing Falster.ogg}}; originally named '''Nykøbing''') is a city on the island of [[Falster]] in southern [[Denmark]]. It has a population of 16,682 (1 January 2025).<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1 January, by urban areas] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> Including the [[satellite town]] [[Sundby (Lolland)|Sundby]] on the Lolland side, with a population of 3,246, the total population is 19,928.

Nykøbing Falster is the seat of the [[Guldborgsund Municipality|Guldborgsund]] [[Municipality|''kommune'']] in [[Region Sjælland]]. The city lies on [[Falster]], and is connected by the {{convert|295|m|yard|adj=mid|-long}} [[Frederick IX Bridge]] over the [[Guldborgsund]] (''Guldborg Strait'') waterway to the island of [[Lolland]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://structurae.net/en/structures/frederik-den-ix-s-bro|title=Frederik IX Bridge (Guldborgsund, 1962)|website=structurae.net|access-date=22 March 2024}}</ref>

==Overview==
Nykøbing Falster is the largest city on the islands of Lolland and Falster, and is often called "Nykøbing F." to distinguish it from at least two other cities in Denmark with the name of Nykøbing. Nykøbing Falster is the seat of state and regional authorities. Additionally, a city in Sweden is called [[Nyköping]], which means exactly the same thing ("new market") in the closely related language.

There is a {{convert|0.5|km|adj=on}} long commercial district, walking street (''gågade'') on the Falster side of the city with a wide selection of shops. At the end of the street is a large plaza where special events are arranged. These include popular late-night events, which are held several times a year. It has a large central library in the center of town.

The town receives many visitors during the summer, especially from Germany.

==History==
=== Early history ===
[[File:Nykøbing Falsters våben 1655.png|thumb|left|150px|Coat of arms in 1655]]
Nykøbing Falster was founded around a 12th-century [[Middle Ages|medieval]] castle. At the end of the 12th century, fortifications were set up on a peninsula on [[Guldborgsund]] for protection against the [[Wends]], and these were later converted into Nykøbing Castle. The town of Nykøbing Falster grew up around these fortifications. After the [[Protestant Reformation|Reformation]], the castle was the residence of widowed Danish queens. As several queens of German descent resided here, many Germans came to the town.<ref>[http://www.planetware.com/denmark/nykobing-falster-dk-st-faln.htm Reference on www.planetware.com]</ref>

[[File:Nyekiöbing in Falster 1730.jpg|thumb|250px|Nykøbing in 1740.]]
Situated on a headland, the castle was protected from all sides. In its early days, the castle belonged to the [[dynasty|royal house]]. Medieval documents issued in this region reveal that the [[Noble court|royal court]] regularly visited the castle. This is the castle where [[Christopher II of Denmark|Christopher II]] died (1332) and where [[Christian V]] was married (1667). [[Christian, Prince Elect of Denmark]] resided here. The castle was chartered in 1539. [http://www.britannica.com/eb/article-9056578/Nykobing-Falster REF]

The castle and the entire crown land on [[Falster]] were put up for sale in 1763 to help improve the poor state of government finances. The castle was sold for demolition, and only the modest ruin of one of the towers, Fars Hat (''Father’s Hat'' in Danish) is in existence today.

===Recent history===
From 1970 to 2006, Nykøbing was the administrative seat of the [[Counties of Denmark|former county]] of [[Storstrøm County|Storstrøm]] as well as the Nykøbing Falster municipality.

On 1 January 2007, the former Nykøbing Falster municipality merged with [[Nysted]], [[Nørre Alslev]], [[Sakskøbing]], [[Stubbekøbing]], and [[Sydfalster]] municipalities to form [[Guldborgsund municipality]]. This municipal reform, [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal Reform 2007|''Kommunalreformen'']], created a municipality with an area of {{convert|907|km2|0|abbr=out}} and a total population of 63,533 (2005) and will belong to the new [[Region Sjælland]] ("Zealand Region"). The former Nykøbing Falster municipality covered an area of {{convert|134|km2|0|abbr=out}} with a total population of 25,483 (2005).

==Geography==
[[File:Nykøbing Falster.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Aerial view of Nykøbing Falster (April 2010)]]
Nykøbing Falster is a harbor town which is located roughly in the middle of the western coast of the island of Falster. It is located where the Tingsted Stream (Danish: Tingsted Å) empties into the [[Guldborgsund]] strait which divides the islands of Falster and [[Lolland]].

==Main sights==
[[File:Nykøbing Falster Klosterkirke2.JPG|thumb|right|250px|[[Abbey Church, Nykøbing Falster|The old abbey church]] (Klosterkirken)]]
The city has a few noteworthy buildings, including a wooden house from 1580 and ''[[Czarens Hus]] ("The Tsar's House")'', named in memory of Tsar [[Peter I of Russia|Peter the Great]] of Russia, who stayed there in 1716. The most noteworthy attraction is the city's old water tower, [[:da:Nykøbing Vandtårn (Nykøbing Falster)|Nykøbing Vandtårn]], which was built in 1909 and remains an icon of the city and the surrounding areas. Today, the water tower houses a small cultural center holding art exhibitions and cultural events.

Other attractions include:
* the [[Falsters Minder|City Museum]] (''Bymuseet'')
* the Middle Ages Center (''[[Middelaldercentret]]''), located in [[Sundby (Lolland)|Sundby]]
* [[Ejegod Windmill]] with its toy museum
* The [[Abbey Church, Nykøbing Falster|abbey church]] founded in 1419.
*[[Guldborgsund Zoo]].<ref>[http://zoos.dk/zoos.asp?id=121 "Guldborgsund Zoo"], Zoos.dk. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 21 December 2012.</ref> (formerly "The People's Park")
*The fire fighting museum ([https://www.brandmuseet.dk Brandmuseet])

== Transportation ==
[[File:Nykøbing_Falster_Station.jpg|thumb|[[Nykøbing Falster railway station]].]]
Nykøbing Falster has [[Nykøbing Falster railway station|a railway station]] operated by [[Danish State Railways]].<ref name=DSBNykobingFStation>{{cite web|url=https://www.dsb.dk/kundeservice/stationer/nykobing-f/|title=Nykøbing F Station|publisher=DSB|language=da|accessdate=21 March 2024}}</ref> It is the terminus for regular local passenger-train services from [[Copenhagen]] via [[Ringsted]] and [[Køge]]. International trains operating between Copenhagen and [[Hamburg]] called at the station until 2019, and are now re-routed via [[Flensburg]]. The [[Lollandsbanen]] also operates a rail service to [[Nakskov]].

==International relations==
{{See also|List of twin towns and sister cities in Denmark}}

===Twin towns – sister cities===
Nykøbing Falster is [[Twin towns and sister cities|twinned]] with:
*{{flagicon|POL}} [[Lublin]], Poland<ref name="Lublin twinnings">{{cite web|url=http://www.lublin.eu/Miasta_partnerskie_Lublina-1-443-3-413_436.html|title=Miasta Partnerskie Lublina|access-date = 2013-08-07|work=[Urząd Miasta Lublin] [City of Lublin]|language=pl|trans-title=Lublin - Partnership Cities|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130116171020/http://lublin.eu/Miasta_partnerskie_Lublina-1-443-3-413_436.html|archive-date=2013-01-16}}</ref>

==Notable residents==
[[File:Ludvig Grundtvig.jpg|thumb|140px|Ludvig Grundtvig]]
* [[Sophie of Mecklenburg-Güstrow]] (1557–1631 in Nykøbing Falster), Queen of Denmark and Norway by marriage to [[Frederick II of Denmark]], mother of King [[Christian IV of Denmark]]
* [[Anne Palles]] (1619–executed for sorcery in 1693), an alleged witch, hired in Nykøbing Falster by a woman to drug and murder her abusive and violent husband
* [[Ludvig Grundtvig]] (1836–1901), a Danish photographer and portrait painter
* [[Ingeborg Tolderlund]] (1848–1935), a Danish women's rights activist and suffragist
* [[Christian Blangstrup]] (1857–1926), a Danish [[encyclopedist]]
* [[Peter Freuchen]] (1886–1957), a Danish Arctic explorer, author, journalist and anthropologist
* [[Vagn J. Brøndegaard]] (1919–2014), a Danish ethnobotanist
* [[Gert Petersen]] (1927–2009), a journalist and politician who helped found the [[Socialist People's Party (Denmark)|Socialist People's Party]]
* [[Claus Meyer]] (born 1963), a culinary entrepreneur, food activist, cookbook author and TV host
* [[Martin Geertsen]] (born 1970), [[Venstre (Denmark)|Venstre party]] politician
* [[Pilgrimz]] (1998–2013), a local rock band

=== Sport ===
[[File:Sara Petersen Beijing 2015.jpg|thumb|140px|Sara Petersen, 2015]]
* [[Carl Andersen (gymnast)|Carl Andersen]] (1879–1967), a gymnast at the [[1908 Summer Olympics]] and later an architect
* [[Henrik Danielsen]] (born 1966), a Danish-Icelandic chess grandmaster and Icelandic Chess Champion in 2009
* [[Jørgen Nielsen (footballer, born 1971)|Jørgen Nielsen]] (born 1971), a Danish former football goalkeeper, 340 club caps
* [[Michael Hansen (footballer)|Michael Hansen]] (born 1971), a Danish former professional football player, over 460 club caps
* [[Claus Jensen]] (born 1977), a former footballer, 310 club caps and 47 for [[Denmark national football team|Denmark]]
* [[Esben Hansen]] (born 1981), a Danish former football midfielder, 230 club caps
* [[Anders Due]] (born 1982), a Danish footballer, 270 club caps
* [[Johanna Rasmussen]] (born 1983), a Danish professional footballer, 152 caps for [[Denmark women's national football team|Denmark]]
* [[Sara Petersen (hurdler)|Sara Petersen]] (born 1987), a Danish hurdler, silver medallist at the [[2016 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Mikkel Rygaard Jensen]] (born 1990), a Danish footballer with over 300 club caps
* [[Mikkel Mac]] (born 1992), a Danish racing driver
* [[Mikkel Michelsen]] (born 1994), a Danish speedway rider
* [[Rikke Sevecke]] (born 1996), a Danish women's football defender

== See also ==
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*[[Guldborgsund Municipality|Guldborgsund]]
*[[Gedser]]
*[[Guldborg]]
*[[Marielyst]]
*[[Nagelsti]]
*[[Nykøbing Falster Håndboldklub]]
*[[Nørre Alslev]]
*[[Nysted]]
*[[Øster Toreby]]
*[[Sakskøbing]]
*[[Stubbekøbing]]
*[[Sundby (Lolland)|Sundby]]
*[[Toreby Sogn|Toreby]]
{{div col end}}

== References ==
{{Reflist}}
* Municipal statistics: [https://web.archive.org/web/20070812152043/http://www2.netborger.dk/Kommunefakta/ NetBorger Kommunefakta], delivered from [http://www.kmd.dk/ KMD] aka Kommunedata (Municipal Data)
* Municipal mergers and neighbors: [https://web.archive.org/web/20061208085744/http://kommune.eniro.dk/region/media/nyekommuner.shtml Eniro new municipalities map]

== External links ==
{{Commons category|Nykøbing Falster}}
*{{wikivoyage inline|Nykøbing Falster}}
*[http://www.tinf.dk/ Nykøbing Falster Tourist Information website]
* {{cite EB1911|wstitle=Nykjöbing |volume=19 |short=x}}

{{Falster}}
{{Guldborgsund Municipality}}
{{Municipal seats of Denmark}}
{{Storstrøm County}}
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Thisted

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'''Thisted''' is a town in the municipality of Thisted in the [[North Denmark Region]] of [[Denmark]]. It has a population of 13,505 (1 January 2025)<ref name="Statbank">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> and is located in [[Thy (district)|Thy]], in northwestern [[Jutland]].

Market town status was given to Thisted in 1500.

== Name ==
The town's name derives from the [[Germanic paganism|Germanic]] deity [[Tyr]] and could be translated as ''Tyr's Stead''.

== History ==
[[File:-Thisted 1900.jpg|260px|thumb|Thisted {{circa}} 1900.]]

During the Jutland Peasant rebellion of 1441, [[Christopher of Bavaria]], King of Denmark, approached the rebel camp at Husby Hole near St. Jørgen's Hill in northern Jutland and sent word that anyone who left the camp and went home, would not be punished for rebellion. The men from Thisted, as well as those of [[Mors (island)|Mors]], left for which they were afterwards called cowards and traitors.

In 1882, Thisted was connected with the [[Rail transport in Denmark|Danish rail network]] as the [[Thy railway line]] between Thisted and [[Struer, Denmark|Struer]] opened.

== Geography ==
Thisted is located in northwestern [[Jutland]], in the traditional district of [[Thy (district)|Thy]], which forms the western part of the [[North Jutlandic Island]]. It is located on the northern shore of [[Thisted Bredning]], a [[body of water]] between Thy and the island of [[Mors (island)|Mors]], which itself is a part of the [[Limfjord]], a [[sound]] separating the North Jutlandic Island from the rest of the Jutland Peninsula. Thisted is located on three ridges, divided by two streams.

==Demographics==
Thisted has a population of 13,461, of which 6,622 males and 6,839 females (1 January 2022).<ref name="Statbank"/>

==Economy==
Thisted has a cluster of industries within food production: the Tican Slaughterhouse, Dragsbæk Maltfactory, Dragsbæk Margarinefactory, the brewery [[Thisted Bryghus]], known for its high quality organic beer, and Premier Ice.

==Cityscape==
===Burial mound===
{{Main|Langdos (burial mound)}}
Langdos, the largest [[Bronze Age]] [[Tumulus|burial mound]] in Denmark, is located in Thisted. The burial mound is 175 meters long and was built between 1800 and 1000 BC.

===Thisted Church===
[[File:Thisted kirke.JPG|thumb|right|The main church of Thisted]]
Thisted features a [[Gothic architecture|Gothic-style]] church, [[Thisted Church]], which replaced a smaller [[Romanesque architecture|Romanesque-style]] church around 1490. The exterior of the church contains a stone with [[Runic alphabet|Runic inscriptions]].

==Sports==
===Soccer===
Thisted has a [[Association football|football]] team [[Thisted FC]] in the [[Danish 2nd Division]] (2022–2023 season)

==Infrastructure==
===Rail===
[[File:Thisted Banegård.jpg|thumb|Platform facade of [[Thisted station]].]]
Thisted is served by [[Thisted station|Thisted railway station]] ({{langx|da|Thisted Banegård}}) which opened in 1882. It is the northern [[terminal train station|terminus]] of the [[Thy Line|Thy railway line]] which connects Thisted with [[Struer, Denmark|Struer]] to the south. Thisted station offers frequent [[local train]] services to [[Struer station]] with onward connections by train from Struer to the rest of Denmark. Until 2019, it also offered direct [[InterCity]] services to [[Copenhagen]].<ref>{{cite news|first=Ida|last=Smtih|url=https://nordjyske.dk/nyheder/thisted/snart-er-det-slut-farvel-til-de-direkte-tog/c08fefe4-3030-4669-b9b7-3f71b55904d9|title=Snart er det slut: Farvel til de direkte tog|newspaper=[[Nordjyske Stiftstidende]]|date=2019-12-14|access-date=2022-08-25|language=da}}</ref>

===Air===
The small [[Thisted Airport]] ({{langx|da|Thisted Lufthavn}}) is owned by [[Thisted municipality]], and is located 15 kilometers from Thisted. The airport opened in 1970, and until 2007 serviced daily flights between Thisted and the Danish capital, [[Copenhagen]]. Today, the nearest [[airport]] from Thisted with scheduled national and [[international flight]]s is [[Aalborg Airport]] {{circa}} {{convert|86|km}} east of Thisted (road distance).

==Education==
There are several educational institutions in Thisted. There are three schools, Østre skole, Rolighedskolen, and Tingstrup skole. There's also a [[Gymnasium (Denmark)|gymnasium]], [[Higher Preparatory Examination]], [[Higher Commercial Examination Programme]] and [[Higher Technical Examination Programme]].

== Notable people ==
{{See also|Thisted_Municipality#Notable_people}}

[[File:Knud Graah.jpg|140px|thumb|Knud Graah, 1891]]
[[File:JP Jacobsen.jpg|thumb|140px|J P Jacobsen, c.1879]]
* [[Conrad Malte-Brun]] (1775 in Thisted – 1826) a Dano-French geographer, coined the name [[Oceania]]<ref>{{cite EB1911|wstitle=Malte-Brun,_Conrad |volume= 17|page=515 |short=x}}</ref>
* [[Hendrik Pontoppidan]] (1814 in Thisted – 1901) a Danish merchant, consul and philanthropist
* [[Christen Mikkelsen Kold]] (1816 in Thisted – 1870) a teacher, created the Danish high-school system
* [[Knud Graah]] (1817–1909) a Norwegian industrialist and pioneer in the Norwegian textile industry
* [[Jens Peter Jacobsen]] (1847 in Thisted – 1885) a Danish novelist, poet and scientist <ref>{{cite EB1911|wstitle=Jacobsen,_Jens_Peter |volume= 15 |last= Gosse |first= Edmund William |author-link= Edmund William Gosse| pages = 120–121|short=x}}</ref>
* [[Peter Tom-Petersen]] (1861 in Thisted – 1926) a painter and graphic artist of cityscapes and interiors
* [[Grethe Rask]] (1930 in Thisted – 1977) a physician and surgeon in [[Zaïre]], one of the first non-Africans to die of AIDS
* [[Yutte Stensgaard]] (born 1946) an actress, known for her role in [[Hammer Film Productions|Hammer]]'s ''[[Lust for a Vampire]]'' (1971)
* [[Mogens Dahl]] (born 1953 in Thisted) a Danish conductor, founded [[Mogens Dahl Concert Hall]]
* [[Kato (DJ)]] (born 1981 in Thisted) stage name of ''Thomas Kato Vittrup'', a DJ and music producer
* [[Junior Senior]] (active 1998–2008) a pop duo from Thisted, Denmark

=== Sport ===
[[File:20170706 OEFB AUT-DEN Frederikke Skjødt Thøgersen DSC 8272.jpg|thumb|140px|Frederikke Thøgersen, 2017]]
* [[Annette Jørgensen]] (born 1966 in Thisted) a swimmer, competed in the [[1988 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Jesper Grønkjær]] (born 1977 in Nuuk, Greenland) raised in Thisted, is a former Danish professional footballer
* [[Mads Agesen]] (born 1983 in Thisted) a Danish footballer, captain at [[Randers FC]]
* [[Frederikke Thøgersen]] (born 1995 in Thisted) a Danish professional football player, plays for [[Fortuna Hjørring]] and the [[Denmark women's national football team]]
* [[Malthe Jakobsen]] (born 2003 in Thisted) a Danish racing driver

=== Emigrants to the United States ===
* [[Hans Ditlev Bendixsen]] (1842 in Thisted – 1902) (emigrated c.1865) an American shipbuilder, developed the merchant marine industry on the West Coast of the United States
* [[Lawrence Waldemar Tonner]] (1861 in Thisted – 1947) (emigrated 1870) companion and personal secretary of composer and pianist [[Francis Grierson]] for more than 40 years

==See also==
*[[Østerild Wind Turbine Test Field]]

==References==
{{Reflist}}

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Rønne

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'''Rønne''' ({{IPA|da|ˈʁɶnə}}) is the largest town on the [[Denmark|Danish]] island of [[Bornholm]] in the [[Baltic Sea]]. It has a population of 13,675 (1 January 2025).<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1st January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> It was a municipality in its own right from 1970 until 2002, when Bornholm was a [[Bornholm County|county]] ([[Danish language|Danish]]: ''Bornholms Amt''). It has an area of 29.11 square kilometres (11.24 square miles) and is the administrative centre of the Bornholm municipality. {{As of|2018}} 11,539 inhabitants live in [[:da:Rønne Sogn|Rønne Parish]] (number 16 on the map of parishes), which is a narrow piece of land on the westernmost of the island and stretching north and southward comprising around a third of the area of the former municipality. [[:da:Knudsker Sogn|Knudsker Parish]] (number 11 on the map) made up the rest of the former municipality. Not all inhabitants of either Rønne (statistikbanken.dk/(table) KM1: number 400-7552) or Knudsker (400-7553) parishes live in the city (contiguous built-up area) of Rønne.

Owing to its natural harbour and its strategic position in the [[Baltic Sea]], Rønne has an interesting history coming under German and Swedish influence during its development as a herring fishing port. Today, with its cobbled streets, half-timbered houses and interesting museums, it attracts visitors mainly from Denmark, Germany, Sweden and Poland.

==History==
[[File:Resens kort over Rønne 1679 (Rigsarkivet).jpg|thumb|180px|Rosen's map of Rønne, 1679]]
Rønne probably originated around the year 1000 when a small fishing community grew up around the natural harbour. Around 1275,<ref name="bip">{{Cite web |url= http://www.bornholminpictures.com/roenne-bornholm-denmark.html |title= Rønne, Bornholm |publisher= Bornholm in Pictures |access-date= May 28, 2010 |archive-date= 29 June 2013 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20130629121318/http://www.bornholminpictures.com/roenne-bornholm-denmark.html |url-status= dead }}</ref> a small chapel dedicated to St Nicolas was built on the site where Rønne's church now stands. The community was soon granted the status of a market town with its own mayor and council and its own law court. However, by the beginning of the 14th century, the King of Denmark, the Archbishop of [[Lund]] and even various north German princes were all competing for control of the town. The Germans took a special interest in Bornholm because of its strategic position in the [[Baltic Sea]] between the German coast and [[Visby]] in [[Gotland]], off the coast of southern [[Sweden]], at times establishing their own interests in the town. After the church's expansion in 1360, the parish of Rønne was established.

As its trade prospered, by the beginning of the 15th century Rønne was repeatedly plundered and burnt by men from [[Lübeck]].<ref>[http://roenne.ws/historie/ "Rønne i Middelalderen"] {{Webarchive|url=https://archive.today/20120717192850/http://roenne.ws/historie/ |date=17 July 2012 }} {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 28 May 2010.</ref> In 1525, they took control of Bornholm as compensation for the large debts that Denmark was unable to repay. They even allowed their own merchants to establish businesses in Rønne. Though the Lübeckers contributed to the success of the fishing trade, they demanded ever-higher taxes from the local population. The citizens took revenge, chasing the Lübeckers off while allowing other German communities to remain. The result was that in 1576, control of Rønne returned to the Danish Crown. However, the Baltic Sea had by this time lost much of its strategic importance. The fishing industry declined and after the town was twice struck by the plague in 1619 and 1655, it took decades for it to recover.<ref>[http://roenne.ws/historie/luebeckertiden.htm "Lübeckertiden 1525–1576."] {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 28 May 2010.</ref>

A further setback occurred in April 1658 when, in the midst of the [[Dano-Swedish War (1657–1658)|Dano-Swedish war]], Denmark ceded Bornholm to Sweden under the [[Treaty of Roskilde]]. The occupation was however short-lived as the Swedes [[Bornholm uprising|were overcome]] by the local population in December of the same year.<ref>[http://roenne.ws/historie/bornholms_besaettelse.htm Bornholms besættelse 1658] {{Webarchive|url=https://archive.today/20120715030829/http://roenne.ws/historie/bornholms_besaettelse.htm |date=15 July 2012 }}. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 28 May 2010.</ref>

In 1834, Rønne Town Hall was built on the ''Store Torv'', the town's main square. This important building was the centre of administration in Rønne and Bornholm for many years, and the island's courthouse and jail were there.<ref name="LP P.169">Bender & O'Brien (2005), p.169</ref>

[[File:Rønne in 1945.jpg|thumb|left|Soviet bomb damage in May 1945]]
At the end of [[World War II]], on 7 and 8 May 1945, the town was bombed by Soviet aircraft when the commandant of the German occupying forces refused to surrender.<ref name="bip"/><ref>Bender & O'Brien (2005), p.171</ref> The air raid destroyed 212 houses,<ref>Andreas Haller: ''Bornholm'', p. 82. Erlangen 2013</ref> but only ten civilians were killed, the population having been alerted in advance.<ref>{{Cite journal|url = https://books.google.com/books?id=c-smAQAAIAAJ&q=R%C3%B8nne+killed|title = Outlook on Bornholm|date = 1948|journal = Russia Today Newsletter}}</ref> Although the rest of Denmark had been liberated on 4 May, the Soviets occupied Bornholm on 9 May, sending the Germans back to Germany. The Soviet Union did not leave until 5 April 1946 when an agreement was reached with the Danish authorities, and the island finally came under Danish rule once more.<ref>{{Citation|last= Knudsen |first= Ann Vibeke |year= 2001 |edition= 2
|title= Bornholm i Krig 1940-1946
|publisher= Bornholms Museum & Museumsrådet for Bornholms Amt |location= Bornholm
|isbn= 87-88179-49-4 }}
</ref>

Most of the houses in Rønne were destroyed or damaged by the bombs and it took several years to rebuild the town, retaining its traditional architecture, quaint streets and half-timbered houses.<ref name="bip"/> The Swedes contributed 300 timber houses to the town while the rest of Denmark including [[Greenland]] and the [[Faroe Islands|Faroes]] raised the considerable sum of 8 million [[Danish krone]]r to help rebuild the town.
[[File:-ImageRoenne 1900.jpg|thumb|right|Map of Rønne in 1900]]

== Geography ==

=== Climate ===
Rønne's climate is a [[temperate]] [[oceanic climate]] ([[Köppen climate classification|Cfb]]) with balanced temperatures year round. The island's climate allows local variety of [[common fig]] trees, ''Bornholm's Diamond'', to thrive in the locality, lying far out of its normal habitats.

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== Economy and infrastructure ==
The economic status of Rønne grew dramatically during the Middle Ages with the development of the [[herring]] industry.<ref name="Berezin (2006)">{{Cite book|author=Berezin, Henrik|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=Lthm5k9LE_MC&q=R%C3%B8nne.+bornholm&pg=PA454|title=Adventure Guide to Scandinavia|publisher=Hunter Publishing,Inc|page=454|year=2006|isbn=1-58843-579-2}}</ref> However, by the late 16th century, the fishing industry had begun to decline and for the next 300 years there was practically no further growth. The [[ceramic]] industry in the town surpassed that of the fishing industry and has continued into modern times, with as many as 50 ceramics shops in Rønne today.<ref name="bip"/> However tourism is now the most important contributor to the local economy:<ref name="bip"/> There are several notable sandy beaches in the area used by tourists.<ref name="Berezin (2006)"/>

===Local heat and electricity production===
The local utility company [[BEOF|Bornholms Energi og Forsyning]]<ref>See local webpage [http://www.beof.dk "Bornholms Energi og Forsynings' webpage"]</ref> is located at the harbour of Rønne and produces electricity and heat.

===Grandfather clocks===
[[File:Bornholmerur.jpg|thumb|right|upright=.5|Bornholm longcase clock]]
Rønne also became famous for its [[longcase clock]]s or ''Bornholmerure'' which were manufactured from the middle of the 18th century until around 1900. Interest in clock-making started when a Dutch ship sailing from England ran aground off Rønne in 1744 carrying five grandfather clocks which were damaged in the accident. In view of the clocks' value, the sailors called on Poul Ottesen Arboe, a local [[turning|turner]], who was able to repair them. As a result of the experience he gained in the repair work, he was able to manufacture clocks himself, giving birth to a new local industry.

Several workshops soon began to produce Bornholm clocks which became popular as they were cheaper than the more authentic models produced elsewhere. There were probably about 30 different clockmakers in the town at the beginning of the 19th century. By the 1840s, some 2,000 clocks were made each year. Over the years, they were produced in various styles with both wooden and metal casings. The smaller pendulum clocks which were also produced became popular too. Around the end of the 19th century, production came to a halt as industrially produced clocks became far cheaper than Bornholm's handcrafted artefacts.<ref>[http://www.bornholmsmuseum.dk/ure.htm "Bornholmerure - et rigtigt eventyr"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111002213152/http://www.bornholmsmuseum.dk/ure.htm |date=2 October 2011 }}, Bornholmsmuseum.dk. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 1 June 2020.</ref><ref>[http://www.tidsskrift.dk/visning.jsp?markup=&print=no&id=69783 Karl Blemsted, "En oversigt over udviklingen af Rønnes industri"], ''[[Danish Journal of Geography|Geografisk Tidsskrift]]'', Bind 52 (1952 - 1953). {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 1 June 2010.</ref>

==Demographics==
{{historical populations
|cols=2 |align=none
|1965| 15957
|1975| 15440
|1985| 15343
|1990| 15187
|1995| 15220
|1999| 15148
|2002| 14837
|2010| 13924
|2011| 13904
|2012| 13887
|2013| 13730
|2014| 13568
|2015| 13579
|2016| 13639
|footnotes=Registerbased, 1 January, except 1965:census (date unknown). Source: Years 1965-2002:[[Den Store Danske Encyklopædi|SDE]].Years 2010-:Statistikbanken.dk/Befolkning og valg/(table] BY1/400-11152 Rønne.
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{{See also|Bornholm#Notable residents}}

==Landmarks==
[[File:Slippen, Rønne 2009a.jpg|thumb|right|Rønne architecture and Methodist Church]]

The town has some quaint cobbled streets and low-timbered houses. Two streets of particular interest are the [[Laksegade]] and the [[Storegade]], which contain many historic houses which were once the homes and trade buildings of merchants and noblemen.<ref name="LP P.168">Bender & O'Brien (2005), p.168</ref><ref name="LP P.170">Bender & O'Brien (2005), p.170</ref> Notable landmarks include the [[Bornholm Museum]],<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.bornholmsmuseum.dk/engelsk/index.html |title=About the museum |publisher=Bornholm Museum |access-date=May 28, 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090605064523/http://www.bornholmsmuseum.dk/engelsk/index.html |archive-date=5 June 2009 |df=dmy-all}}</ref> the Defence Museum (''Forsvarsmuseet''), [[St Nicolas' Church, Rønne|St Nicolas' Church]], the Smedegårds riding school in the southern part of town, and the lighthouse.<ref name="bip"/>

The Bornholm Museum offers an insight into the history of Rønne and the island of Bornholm, from the [[Paleolithic]] era to the modern age, including the occupation during World War II. The museum houses a number of [[Nordic Bronze Age]] and [[Nordic Iron Age|Iron Age]] artefacts relating to the island and has a [[Mjolnir]], discovered in [[Bornholm]] but now housed in the [[National Museum of Denmark]], as its logo.{{Citation needed|date=May 2010}} It also has a notable collection of Roman coins, pottery and paintings.<ref name="LP P.168"/>

The [[Rønne Lighthouse]], a slender white-painted octagonal tower in cast iron, stands on the waterfront not far from the church. Constructed in 1880, it was decommissioned in 1989.<ref>[http://fyrtaarne.dk/roennehavnbagfyr.html "Rønne Havn Bagfyr"], ''Danske fyrtårne''. {{in lang|da}} Retrieved 30 October 2012.</ref>
[[File:Rønne StNicholas Church asv2024-07 img5.jpg|thumb|left|Skt. Nicolaj Kirke]]
St Nicolas's Church, with its distinctive tower, is part of the [[Diocese of Copenhagen]] and in its present form was enlarged and fully refurbished in 1918. It stands on the site of an earlier church or chapel from the 13th century of which some sections can still be seen.<ref>O. Norn, C.G. Schultz, Erik Skov, "Danmarks Kirke udgivet af Nationalmuseet: Bornholm", Copenhagen, G.E.C. Gads Forlag, 1954.</ref>
''Forsvarsmuseet'', or the Rønne Defence Museum, is housed in a round tower with walls 3.5 m (11 feet) thick known as ''Kastellet'' or the citadel. Built in 1744 for the town's defence, there was never any occasion for it to be used. The museum has numerous artefacts relating to military history such as guns, blades, bombs and uniforms.<ref name="LP P.168"/> Store Torv, the central square, was formerly used for military parades. Several notable buildings lie in the heart of the town, including the [[Rønne Public Library]], the [[Nordeabank]] and old merchant/noble warehouses and residences.<ref name="LP P.168"/> Buildings of note include ''[[Erichsens Gård]]'', built in 1806 and now a museum, the neo-classical ''[[Kommandantgården]]'', built in 1846 and now a ceramics museum, and the ''[[Amtmandsgården]]'', located at Storegade 36.<ref name="LP P.170"/> The ''[[Toldboden]]'' is a merchant warehouse, built in 1624, and is one of Rønne's oldest half-timbered buildings.<ref name="LP P.170"/> The ''[[Torhus]]'' building, at the side of the square, was built in 1834 and is the former town hall, courthouse and jail.<ref name="LP P.169"/> [[Rønne Theatre]] built in 1823 is Denmark's oldest provincial theatre still in active use.<ref name="LP P.170"/> ''[[Hovedvagten]]'' at Søndergade 12 was built as a guard house in 1744 with bricks from [[Hammershus]] which was being demolished at the time. It is the oldest brick house in the town.<ref>[http://www.bornholmsmuseum.dk/roenneguide_eng/category/hovedvagten/ "Hovedvagten"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110719121825/http://www.bornholmsmuseum.dk/roenneguide_eng/category/hovedvagten/ |date=19 July 2011 }}, Bornholmsmuseum.dk. Retrieved 31 May 2010.</ref> The Methodist Church with another distinctive tower was built 1917-1918 and consecrated 6 January 1918.<ref>Søren Olsen: ''Oplev Bornholm og Christiansø'', p. 23. Gjern 2015</ref> Another sightworthy building in the centre of Rønne is the Baptist Church which was built in 1888.

{{wide image|Bornholm Denmark - Roenne harbour.jpg|750px|Rønne harbor}}

==Transportation==
[[File:Færgeforbindelser fra Bornholm.jpg|thumb|right|Ferry routes connecting Bornholm]]
[[File:Rønne Havn med Villum Claussen.jpg|thumb|right|Rønne Havn with [[HSC Villum Clausen]]]]
[[File:Bornholm Denmark - Roenne railway station model in Museum of Bornholm.jpg|thumb|right|[[Rønne Railway Station]] model in Bornholm Museum]]
Rønne is connected to the rest of Denmark and to the outside world by ferry lines. [[Bornholmslinjen]] operates the lines to [[Køge]], [[Ystad]] and [[Sassnitz]], while [[Polferries]] operates the line to [[Świnoujście]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://bornholm.info/Rejseveje/273we.aspx?langId=2 |title=Ferries |publisher=bornholm.info |access-date=2009-01-31 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100701114739/http://www.bornholm.info/Rejseveje/273we.aspx?langId=2 |archive-date=1 July 2010 |df=dmy-all }}</ref>

There is a high speed [[catamaran]] link to Ystad which connects with a direct train link between Ystad and Copenhagen.

Outside Rønne, [[Bornholm Airport]] offers flights to Copenhagen and to some summer destinations.

==Twin towns – sister cities==
{| class="wikitable"
|- valign="top"
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* {{flagicon|POL}} [[Darlowo]], Poland
* {{flagicon|NOR}} [[Høyanger]], Norway
* {{flagicon|SWE}} [[Karlshamn]], Sweden
* {{flagicon|EST}} [[Kuressaare]], Estonia
* {{flagicon|FIN}} [[Mänttä]], Finland
* {{flagicon|GER}} [[Neustadt in Holstein|Neustadt]], Germany
||
* {{flagicon|SWE}} [[Ronneby]], Sweden
* {{flagicon|SWE}} [[Simrishamn]], Sweden
* {{flagicon|SWE}} [[Sölvesborg]], Sweden
* {{flagicon|POL}} [[Władysławowo]], Poland
* {{flagicon|GER}} [[Wolgast]], Germany
|}

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==Bibliography==
*{{Cite book|author1=Bender, A |author2=O'Brien. S. |url=https://archive.org/details/denmark00bend|url-access=registration |quote=Rønne bombing. |title=Lonely Planet Denmark|publisher=[[Lonely Planet]]|year=2005|isbn=1-74059-489-4|pages=[https://archive.org/details/denmark00bend/page/168 168]–71}}

==External links==
*{{in lang|da}} {{Official website|http://www.brk.dk}}
*[https://www.weather-atlas.com/en/Denmark/Ronne Weather forecast Rønne, Denmark] weather-atlas.com
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Korsør

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'''Korsør''' is a town in [[Zealand (Denmark)|Zealand]], [[Denmark]]. It is located in [[Slagelse Municipality]]. Until 2007 Korsør was the seat of [[Korsør Municipality]]. The town is located {{convert|15|km|abbr=on}} west of [[Slagelse]], {{convert|12|km|abbr=on}} north-west of [[Skælskør]] and connects to [[Nyborg]] through the [[Great Belt Bridge]].

Formerly the main ferry port from Zealand to [[Funen]], the town of Korsør is divided into two halves by the Korsør Nor inlet, with the northern part named Halsskov. Most of the historical southern part of Korsør (Korsør proper) is low-lying and prone to flooding.

==Culture==
The Korsør Biograf Teater, which opened in August {{start date and age|1908|p=y}}, is the world's oldest [[movie theater]] in continuous use that is still operating.<ref> [https://www.visitdenmark.com/denmark/plan-your-trip/korsor-cine-theater-world-oldest-cinema-gdk718481 Korsør Cine Theater - world oldest cinema] VisitDenmark</ref>

==Sights==
Korsør Mini Town (Danish: ''Korsør Miniby'') is a miniature model of the town of Korsør as it looked in 1875. It is built in 1:10 scale and has existed since 2001.<ref>[https://www.korsoerminiby.dk/ Korsørminiby.dk] "Korsør Miniby" Retrieved 23 August 2020</ref>

[[File:Tårnborg 1895.jpg|thumb|Tårnborg 1895]]

[[Tårnborg]] is a manor located in Halsskov in Korsør. Tårnborg was originally a village, in which a castle was built in the 1100s. It was referred to as Korsør Castle and later came under the name of Dyrehovedgaard. It was renamed to Tårnborg in 1846. The manor owns 334 acres.<ref>[https://www.danskeherregaarde.dk/nutid/taarnborg Danskeherregaarde.dk] "Taarnborg" Retrieved 23 August 2020</ref>

===Korsør Fortification===
[[File:KorsørFestung1.JPG|thumb|Korsør Fortification]]
[[File:Map of Korsør Fortification (around 1700).tif|thumb|Map of Korsør Fortification ({{circa|1700}})]]
Korsør Fortification (Danish: ''Korsør Fæstning'') is a set of fortifications located centrally in Korsør. It was built in the 1100s. Today there are five buildings on the fortifications, though all are built at different times and only the tower originates from the castle that was located on the fortification. The tower is from the 1200s.<ref>[https://www.visitdenmark.com/denmark/plan-your-trip/korsor-coastal-battery-fortress-gdk718610 Korsør Coastal Battery, The Fortress] VisitDenmark</ref>

Korsør City and Strait Crossing Museum (Danish: ''Korsør By og Overfartsmuseum'') is a museum located in Korsør. The museum was founded in 1983, and is focussed on the strait crossing from Korsør to Nyborg. The museum is located in a building on Korsør Fortification.<ref>[https://www.visitdenmark.com/denmark/plan-your-trip/korsor-town-crossing-museum-gdk718645 Korsør Town & Crossing Museum] VisitDenmark</ref>

==Notable residents==
===Public thought and politics===
* [[Pia Adelsteen]] (born 1963), politician and member of parliament
* [[Hedevig Johanne Bagger]] (1740–1822), inn-keeper and postmaster
* [[Aage Friis]] (1870–1949), historian
* [[Hans A. Hansen]] (1877–1949), sailor for the [[United States Navy]]
* [[Hedda Lundh]] (1921–2012), resistance fighter during the [[Denmark in World War II|German occupation of Denmark]] in [[World War II]]
* [[John Dyrby Paulsen]] (born 1963), politician and mayor of the municipality
* [[Morten Storm]] (born 1976), former [[Danish Security and Intelligence Service|PET]] agent
* [[Lis Tribler]] (born 1952), politician and former mayor

===Art===
* [[Jens Baggesen]] (1764–1826), poet.<ref>{{Cite EB1911|wstitle= Baggesen, Jens Immanuel |volume= 3 |last= Gosse |first= Edmund William |author-link= Edmund William Gosse | page = 200 |short= 1}}</ref>
* [[Urban Gad]] (1879–1947), film director
* [[Aage Giødesen]] (1863–1939), painter
* [[Pia Juul]] (1962-2020), poet and translator

===Sport===
* [[Casper Henningsen]] (born 1985), former football player
* [[Jim Larsen]] (born 1985), former football player
* [[Brian Nielsen (boxer)|Brian Nielsen]] (born 1965), former boxer

==See also==
* [[Murder of Emilie Meng]]

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
{{EB1911 Poster|Korsör}}
* [http://www.slagelse.dk/ Slagelse municipality website] (In Danish)

{{Slagelse Municipality}}

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Hedehusene

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'''Hedehusene''' is a suburban town located on the rail line between [[Copenhagen]] and [[Roskilde]] in the [[Copenhagen metropolitan area|Capital Region]] of [[Denmark]]. It has absorbed the villages of ''Baldersbrønde'' and [[Fløng]] and almost merged with Roskilde's eastern Trekroner neighbourhood to the west and [[Høje Taastrup]] to the east. To the south is the large recreational area [[Hedeland]]. As of 1 January 2025, the town had a population of 16,731.<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1 January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> A large development project, NærHeden, created as a collaboration between Høje-Taastrup Municipality and [[Realdania]], will expand the town to the southeast with a new sustainable neighbourhood.

==History==
[[Image:Roskilde Kongevej 1549.jpg|thumb|200px|left|The locality in 1649]]
The flat and fertile moraine landscape between Roskilde, [[Køge]] and Copenhagen was since the Middle Ages known as ''Hedeboegnen'' or simply Heden ("The Heath"). The name was merely a reference to the flat and open character of the landscape at a time when much of Denmark was covered by forest while it was not covered by [[heath]] in the ecological sense of the word. Villages in the area included [[Fløng]], Kallerup, Baldersbrønde and Marbjerg.

A road had since the 13th century connected Copenhagen and Roskilde. In 1641, [[Christian IV of Denmark|Christian IV]] ordered the construction of a new, private road, Roskilde Kongevej, a so-called ''kongevej'', which was completed in 1642.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.kulturjagt.htk.dk/forside/stationsbyen_paa_heden/roskildevej/kongevejen_fra_1642 |title=Kongevejen fra 1632 |publisher=Høje-Taastrup Municipality |accessdate=17 December 2014 |language=Danish |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20141213060839/http://www.kulturjagt.htk.dk/forside/stationsbyen_paa_heden/roskildevej/kongevejen_fra_1642 |archivedate=13 December 2014 |df=dmy-all }}</ref> A house known as Kongens Hedehus ("The King's Heath House"), often referred to simply as Hedehuset ("The Heath House") built for a [[Vogt]] (''foged'') who was responsible for overseeing that only royalty or people authorized by the king used the road. He was instructed to prosecute trespassers and shoot their horses. A special key was made for the gate at the Heath House and another one for the gate at Røde Port ("Red Gate") in Roskilde. The house was located where Tværvej 1 in Hedehusene is today.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.kulturjagt.htk.dk/forside/stationsbyen_paa_heden/kroerne_i_hedehusene/kongens_hedehus |title=Jørgen Boberg er død |publisher=Høje-Taastrup Municipality |accessdate=12 December 2014 |language=Danish |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20141213011111/http://www.kulturjagt.htk.dk/forside/stationsbyen_paa_heden/kroerne_i_hedehusene/kongens_hedehus |archivedate=13 December 2014 |df=dmy-all }}</ref>

In 1658, the Heath House was converted into an inn after the road was opened to other travellers at the end of the [[Dano-Swedish War (1658–60)|Swedish Wars]]. It was joined by two more inns at the site in 1682 and 1702. They initially operated [[Speakeasy|without licenses]] since they were located too close to Roskilde to obtain a royal privilege. From 1733, they were licensed on condition that all beer and [[Akvavit]] was purchased in Roskilde and that they paid a tax of 4 [[Danish Rigsdaler|rigsdaler]] to the city. Roskilde Kongevej gradually fell into despair and two of the inns had to close when the new [[Roskildevej]] opened in 1776.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.kulturjagt.htk.dk/forside/stationsbyen_paa_heden/roskildevej/den_nye_roskildevej_fra_1776 |title=Den Nye Roskildevej fra 1776 |publisher=Høje-Taastrup Municipality |accessdate=17 December 2014 |language=Danish |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20141213063858/http://www.kulturjagt.htk.dk/forside/stationsbyen_paa_heden/roskildevej/den_nye_roskildevej_fra_1776 |archivedate=13 December 2014 |df=dmy-all }}</ref>

[[File:L.A. Ring, Når toget ventes, 1914, OPC 26 og DEP535, Statsministeriet.jpg|thumb|''Waiting for the train''. The [[level crossing]] of the [[Copenhagen–Roskilde railway line]] and [[Roskildevej|Roskilde Landevej]] in Hedehusene. Painting by [[L. A. Ring]], 1914.]]
[[Hedehusene railway station]] opened when the [[Copenhagen–Roskilde railway line]] was inaugurated in 1847. The station was only built because the steam locomotives had to make frequent stops for water. In 1892, one of the local farms, Hedehusgården, was purchased by an engineer who established several gravel pits on the land.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://hgrk.dk/hedehusgardens-rideklub/historie|title=Historiedød|publisher=Hedehusgårdens Rideklub|accessdate=12 December 2014|language=Danish|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20140527213324/http://hgrk.dk/hedehusgardens-rideklub/historie|archivedate=27 May 2014|df=dmy-all}}</ref> Hedehus Brickyard was founded by [[FLSmidth|F. L. Schmidt]] in 1896. Danmark closed in 1970 and Hedehus Brickyard in 1980.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.htk.dk/Fritid/Kunst-kultur/Byens_rum/Byvandringer/Hedehusene.aspx#B|title=Hedehusene - turpunkter|publisher=Høje-Taastrup Municipality|accessdate=16 December 2014|language=Danish|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141217005909/http://www.htk.dk/Fritid/Kunst-kultur/Byens_rum/Byvandringer/Hedehusene.aspx#B|archive-date=17 December 2014|url-status=dead}}</ref>

From the 1870s, considerable redevelopment of the area has taken place with housing.

==NærHeden development project==
A new neighbourhood, Nærheden, is planned in the southwestern outskirts of Hedehusene. It is the result of a collaboration between Høje-Taastrup Municipality and [[Realdania]] and will consist approximately 4,500 homes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://byensejendom.dk/article/arkitema-skal-forme-635000-kvm-bydel-i-hedehusene-14129|title=Arkitema skal designe 636.000 kvm bydel I Hedehusene|publisher=World Architecture News|accessdate=16 December 2014|language=Danish}}</ref> The competition to design the masterplan was won by a team led by [[Arkitema|Arkitema Architects]] in 2014. The plan includes a number of varied housing clusters and public spaces arranged along a recreational loop.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldarchitecturenews.com/index.php?fuseaction=wanappln.projectview&upload_id=24758&q=arkitema|title=International team for Copenhagen scheme|publisher=World Architecture News|accessdate=16 December 2014}}</ref>

==Economy==
Hedehusene is home to several large companies. [[Rockwool International]] is a major manufacturer of [[mineral wool]]. The logistics company [[DSV (company)|DSV]] moved its global headquarters to Hedehusene in 2014. It consists of a{{cvt|16,000|sqm}} office building and a {{cvt|12,000|sqm}} logistics terminal.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://byensejendom.dk/article/28000-kvm-hovedsaede-klar-til-dsv-i-hoje-taastrup--13327|title=28.000 kbm hovedsæde klar til DSV i Høje Taastrup|publisher=Byens Ejendomme|accessdate=15 December 2014|language=Danish}}</ref>

==Landmarks==

===Churches===
[[Image:Fløng kirke.jpg|thumb|left|Fløng Church]]
There are two churches in Hedehusene. Fløng Church dates from the middle of the 12th century and was built by members of the Snubbe family, a branch of the powerful Hvide dynasty residing at Bytteborg. The church originally consisted of chancel and nave under a flat roof. The tower was already added to its western end in approximately 1200. The height of the tower was increased with 19 metres in the 16th century. A [[Church porch|porch]] was also constructed on the north side and a new roof with cross vaults was added. The original chancel was torn down in about 1500.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.floengkirke.dk/om-kirken/floeng-kirkes-historie/ |title=Fløng Kirke 850 år |publisher=Fløng Kirke |accessdate=16 December 2014 |language=Danish |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20141216102615/http://www.floengkirke.dk/om-kirken/floeng-kirkes-historie/ |archivedate=16 December 2014 |df=dmy-all }}</ref>

Ansgar's Church in the modern part of Hedehusene was inaugurated in 1921. It was designed by Frederik Appel.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hedehusenekirke.dk/historie/kirken-bygges/ |title=Ansgarkirkens opførelse |publisher=Ansgarkirken |accessdate=16 December 2014 |language=Danish |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20141216112911/http://www.hedehusenekirke.dk/historie/kirken-bygges/ |archivedate=16 December 2014 |df=dmy-all }}</ref>

===The Kallerup Stone===
[[Image:Høje taastrup.jpg|thumb|upright|The Kallerup Stone]]
The cemetery at Ansgar's Church features the [[Kallerup Stone]], one of the oldest [[runestone]]s found in Denmark. It dates from the early [[Viking Age|Viking period]] (c. 800 to 825) and was discovered by a stonemason on a field at Kallerup in 1869.

===Hedeland===
The vast recreational area [[Hedeland]] has an area of 15 square kilometres. It is home to a wide selection of recreational facilities, including a golf course, a kart circuit, a vintage railway, equestrian centre, amphi theatre, ski hill and fishing ponds.

==Transport==
[[File:Hedehusene_Station_22.JPG|thumb|[[Hedehusene railway station]] in 2014.]]
Hedehusene is served by [[Hedehusene railway station]] which is served by regional trains between Copenhagen and [[Ringsted]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.dsb.dk/kundeservice/stationer/hedehusene/|title=Hedehusene Station|publisher=DSB|language=da|access-date=20 April 2023|website=dsb.dk}}</ref> Travel times by train are 20–23 minutes to [[Copenhagen Central Station]] and seven minutes to {{rws|Roskilde}}.

The Holbæk Motorway (M11, part of [[Danish national road 21]]) runs north of Hedehusene and has exits at Baldersbrønde and Fløng. Hedehusene's main street, [[Hovedgaden (Hedehusene)|Hovedgaden]], is part of Secondary route 159 ("[[Roskildevej]]").

==Cultural references==
Dynamite-Harry is being followed by a helicopter on the main street in Hedehusene at 1:29:12 in the 1969 ''[[Olsen-banden]]'' film ''[[The Olsen Gang in a Fix]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.olsenbande-homepage.de/index3.html|title=Film 2 Olsenbanden på spanden Die Olsenbande in der Klemme|language=German|website=olsenbande-homepage.de|accessdate=2014-05-29}}</ref>

==Notable people==
* The painter [[L.A. Ring]] (1854–1933) lived with his family in the old school in Baldersbrønde for 12 years.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://kroppedal.dk/udstillinger/blaakildegaard/vejen-forbi-l-a-ring-hoje-taastrup-kommune/ |title=Vejen forbi... L.A. Ring i Høje-Taastrup Kommune |language=Danish |publisher=Kroppedal Museum |accessdate=2014-12-08 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20141225125025/http://kroppedal.dk/udstillinger/blaakildegaard/vejen-forbi-l-a-ring-hoje-taastrup-kommune/ |archivedate=25 December 2014 |df=dmy-all }}</ref>
* [[Jørgen Kristensen]] (born 1946), nicknamed ''Troldmanden (the Wizard)'', is a Danish former football player, he played 19 matches and scored three goals for the Denmark national football team.

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
{{Commons}}
* [https://sn.dk/Taastrup/Lokalhistorie-Den-nye-station/artikel/789931 Source]
* [https://sn.dk/Taastrup/Laes-eller-genlaes-Historisk-ejendom-fik-ny-ejer/artikel/1397040 Source]
*[https://krystal-healerhuset.dk Krystal & HealerHuset]

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[[Category:Cities and towns in the Capital Region of Denmark]]
[[Category:Høje-Taastrup Municipality]]

Aabenraa

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'''Aabenraa''' ({{IPA|da|ɔːpm̩ˈʁɔˀ}}; {{Langx|de|Apenrade}}, {{IPA|de|apn̩ˈʁaːdə|pron|De-Apenrade.ogg}}; [[South Jutlandic]]: ''Affenråe'', also known as '''Åbenrå''') is a town in [[Southern Denmark]], at the head of the Aabenraa Fjord, an arm of the [[Little Belt]], {{convert|26|km}} north of the [[Denmark–Germany border]] and {{convert|32|km}} north of German town of [[Flensburg]]. It was the seat of [[South Jutland County|Sønderjyllands Amt]] (South Jutland County)<ref name="EB">{{cite encyclopedia |editor-first=Dale H. |editor-last=Hoiberg |encyclopedia=Encyclopædia Britannica |title=Åbenrå |edition=15th |year=2010 |publisher=Encyclopædia Britannica Inc. |volume=I: A-ak Bayes |location=Chicago, Illinois |isbn=978-1-59339-837-8 |pages=[https://archive.org/details/newencyclopaedia2009ency/page/26 26] |url-access=registration |url=https://archive.org/details/newencyclopaedia2009ency/page/26 }}</ref> until 1 January 2007, when the [[Region of Southern Denmark]] was created as part of the 2007 Danish Municipal Reform. With a population of 16,500 (1 January 2025),<ref name=pop>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> Aabenraa is the largest town and the seat of the [[Aabenraa Municipality]].

The name Aabenraa originally meant "open beach" ({{langx|da|åben strand}}).

== History ==
Aabenraa was first mentioned in historic accounts in the 12th century, when it was attacked by the [[Wends]].<ref name="EB" />

Aabenraa started growing in the early [[Middle Ages]] around Opnør Hus, the bishop's castle, and received status as a merchant town in 1240, and in 1335 it received a charter.<ref name="EB" /> During the Middle Ages the town was known for its fishing industry and for its production of [[hops]].

Between 1560 and 1721 the town was under the rule of the [[Dukes of Holstein-Gottorp]].

[[File:Jessen - Ceres af Aabenraa - 1826.jpg|thumb|Jessen - Ceres af Aabenraa - 1826]]

The town's glory days were during the period of the 1750s to c. 1864, when ship traffic was at a high growth rate with trade to the [[Mediterranean Sea]], [[China]], [[South America]], and [[Australia]]. It possessed a good harbour, which afforded shelter for a large carrying trade, Aabenraa having the Danish monarchy's third-largest trade fleet, after [[Copenhagen]] and [[Flensburg|Flensborg]]. The city had a number of [[shipbuilding]] yards, which were known for their fine ships. The best known being the [[clipper]] ''Cimber'', which in 1857 sailed from [[Liverpool]] to [[San Francisco]] in 106 days. Fishing and various small factories also provided occupations for the population.

From 1864 as a result of the [[Second War of Schleswig]] it was part of [[Prussia]], and as such part of the [[North German Confederation]], and from 1871 onwards, part of the [[German Empire]]. In the 1920 [[Schleswig Plebiscite]] that brought [[Northern Schleswig]] to Denmark, 55.1% of Aabenraa's inhabitants voted for remaining part of Germany and 44.9% voted for the cession to Denmark. However, since a plurality of votes in the surrounding [[Aabenraa municipality]] voted to join Denmark, the town was thus ceded to the Danish crown.<ref>[http://www.dhm.de/lemo/forum/kollektives_gedaechtnis/082/nachher.html Kollektives Gedächtnis: Volksabstimmung in Schleswig-Holstein 1920]</ref>



[[File:Aabenraa 1923.jpg|thumb|Map of Aabenraa in 1923.]]

After the 1948 Danish [[spelling reform]], which abolished the digraph Aa in favor of [[Å]], there was fervent resistance in Aabenraa. The town feared, among other things, to lose its status as first in alphabetical listings (and reputedly the first town alphabetically anywhere in the world),<ref>Jennings, K., "[https://www.cntraveler.com/story/why-the-danish-town-of-aabenraa-refuses-to-change-its-name Why the Danish Town of Aabenraa Refuses to Change Its Name]," ''Conde Nast Traveler'', 13 November 2017. Retrieved 4 July 2022.</ref> because the letter ''Å'' is the last letter in the [[Dano-Norwegian alphabet]]. A later revision of the spelling rules allowed for retaining the Aa spelling as an option. While the municipality of Aabenraa and most local citizens use the Aa spelling, Åbenrå remains the option recommended by the [[Dansk Sprognævn|Danish Language Board]].<ref>[http://sproget.dk/raad-og-regler/retskrivningsregler_mv/retskrivningsregler/a7-1-6/a7-3-a-og-dobbelt-a Orthography rules, § 3.2] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100513222810/http://sproget.dk/raad-og-regler/retskrivningsregler_mv/retskrivningsregler/a7-1-6/a7-3-a-og-dobbelt-a |date=13 May 2010 }}, sproget.dk (in Danish)</ref>

On June 14, 2019, a low-end IF2/F2/T4 [[tornado]] touched down in Aabenraa.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://eswd.eu/cgi-bin/eswd.cgi?lang=en_0&lastquery=20253051719&force_dynamic_map=true|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20211103202656/https://eswd.eu/cgi-bin/eswd.cgi?lang=en_0&lastquery=20253051719&force_dynamic_map=true|archive-date = 3 November 2021|title = European Severe Weather Database}}</ref> Two vehicles were flipped on the local hospital's parking lot.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://vejr.tv2.dk/2019-06-22-biler-blev-vaeltet-rundt-aabenraa-var-ramt-af-tornado|title=Biler blev væltet rundt - Aabenraa var ramt af tornado - TV 2|date=22 June 2019}}</ref> Another primarily rated High-end IF1/F1/T3 tornado struck åbenrå on July 13, 2023, causing moderate damage. Some trees were downed & some buildings were damaged, including one commercial building that had its roof severely blown away. 6 cars were damaged with one being moved 50 Centimetres.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://eswd.eu/cgi-bin/eswd.cgi?lang=en_0&lastquery=19253794835 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230713192802/https://eswd.eu/cgi-bin/eswd.cgi?lang=en_0&lastquery=19253794835 | archive-date=2023-07-13 | title=European Severe Weather Database }}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=https://jv.dk/aabenraa/skypumpe-haerger-i-aabenraa-trae-blev-revet-op-med-roedder | title=Se videoen og vejrfænomenets rute gennem Aabenraa: Skypumpe hærgede - træer blev revet op med rødder, og bil blev flyttet 50 centimeter | jv.dk | date=13 July 2023 }}</ref>

== Today ==
The town has a {{convert|7.5|m|ft|adj=mid|-deep|sp=us}} harbour, with a significant shipping trade. There is various industry in the city, including [[Marcussen & Søn|Marcussen]]'s Organ Building (''Marcussens Orgelbyggeri'') and Callesens Machineworks (''Callesens Maskinfabrik''). The city is the administrative center for the county. [[Danmarks Radio]] has an office in the city. A [[North Schleswig Germans|German]] minority live in Aabenraa and they publish ''[[Der Nordschleswiger]]'' newspaper in German.

Some noteworthy buildings in the town are {{ill|St. Nicholas Church, Aabenraa|lt=St. Nicholas Church|da|Sankt Nicolai Kirke (Aabenraa)|de|Nicolaikirche (Aabenraa)}} (''Sankt Nicolai Kirke'') from the time of King [[Valdemar II of Denmark|Valdemar]] with construction beginning ca. 1250, and restored from 1949 to 1956.<ref name="EB" /> {{ill|Brundlund Castle|da|Brundlund Slot|pl|Brundlund}} (''Brundlund Slot''), erected by Queen [[Margaret I of Denmark|Margaret I]] 1411, and rebuilt in 1807,<ref name="EB" /> today is home to the Brundlund Slot Art Museum (''Kunstmuseet Brundlund Slot''). The town is a bathing resort, as is [[Elisenlund]] close by.

The city has several preserved neighborhoods from the 1800s including ''Slotsgade'', ''Store Pottergade'', ''Lille Pottergade'', ''Nygade'', ''Nybro'', ''Skibbrogade'' and ''Gildegade''.

== Education ==
A branch of [[University College South]] ({{langx|da|University College Syd}}) can be found in Aabenraa.

== Transport and Infrastructure ==
The [[Port of Aabenraa]] is the only remaining active commercial port in [[Southern Jutland]]. With a depth of 18 meters it is the deepest port in the eastern part of the [[Baltic Sea]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.aabenraaport.dk/en|title=The Port of Aabenraa|publisher=[[Port of Aabenraa]]|access-date=5 July 2024|language=en}}</ref>

Aabenraa is located close to [[European route E45]] motorway.

The nearest railway station is [[Rødekro railway station]] which is located on the [[Fredericia–Padborg railway line]] {{circa}} 8 km northwest of Aabenraa.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.dsb.dk/kundeservice/stationer/rodekro/|title=Rødekro Station|publisher=DSB|language=da|access-date=5 July 2024|website=dsb.dk}}</ref>

== Notable people ==
[[File:Maleren C.W. Eckersberg. (1832).jpg|thumb|140px|C.W. Eckersberg, 1832]]
=== The arts ===
* [[Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg]] (1783 in Blåkrog – 1853) Danish painter, laid the foundations for the [[Golden Age of Danish Painting]]<ref>{{cite EB1911|wstitle=Eckersberg, Kristoffer |volume= 08 |short=x}}</ref>
* [[Anna Christiane Ludvigsen]] (1794 – 1864), poet who gained popularity in Southern Jutland
* [[Magda von Dolcke]] (1838 in Åbenrå – 1926), Danish stage actress, known for her relationship with King [[Oscar II of Sweden]]
* [[Emil Nolde]] (1867 in Burkal – 1956), German-Danish painter and printmaker, one of the first [[Expressionists]]
* [[Karl Clausen]] (1904 in Åbenrå – 1972), Danish pianist, conductor, composer, and musicologist
* [[Lisbeth Balslev]] (born 1945 in Åbenrå), operatic soprano, especially in Wagnerian operas<ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0051149/ IMDb Database] retrieved 28 April 2020</ref>

=== Public thinking and public service ===
[[File:Eva-Kjer-Hansen.jpg|thumb|140px|Eva Kjer Hansen, 2008]]
* [[Andreas du Plessis de Richelieu]] (1852 in Åbenrå – 1932), Danish naval officer and businessman, became a Siamese admiral and minister
* [[Ernst Reuter]] (1889 in Apenrade – 1953), the German [[Governing Mayor of Berlin|Mayor of West Berlin]] from 1948 to 1953
* [[Frits Clausen]] (1893 in Åbenrå – 1947), leader of the [[National Socialist Workers' Party of Denmark]] (DNSAP)
* [[Camma Larsen-Ledet]] (1915 – 1991 in Åbenrå), politician, Mayor of Aabenraa 1970–1986
* [[Bertel Haarder]] (born 1944 in Rønshoved), politician, longest serving Danish minister since 2001
* [[Jens-Peter Bonde]] (1948 – 2021 in Åbenrå), former politician and [[Member of the European Parliament|MEP]]
* [[Poul Mathias Thomsen]] (born 1955 in Aabenraa), Danish economist working for the [[International Monetary Fund|IMF]]
* [[Eva Kjer Hansen]] (born 1964 in Hellevad), Danish politician - [[Venstre (Denmark)|Venstre]]
=== Science and business ===
* [[Christian Friedrich Ecklon]] (1795 – 1868), botanical collector and apothecary, came from Åbenrå
* [[Michael Jebsen]] (1835 in Apenrade – 1899) ship's captain and ship owner, progenitor of the [[Jebsen Group]] in HongKong
* [[Niels Jacobsen]] (1865 in Åbenrå - 1935), architect and politician, Chairman of [[The Lego Group]]
[[File:Hansen curt 20061029 berlin bundesliga.jpg|140px|thumb|Curt Hansen, 2006]]
* [[Jes Peter Asmussen]] (1928 in Åbenrå – 2002), Danish [[Iranologist]]
* [[Birte Melsen]] (born 1939 in Åbenrå), [[orthodontist]]

=== Sport ===
* [[Morten Bruun]] (born 1965 in Åbenrå), retired footballer, played 464 games for [[Silkeborg IF]]
* [[Curt Hansen (chess player)|Curt Hansen]] (born 1964 in [[Bov municipality|Bov]]), Danish chess Grandmaster
* [[Sidsel Bodholt Nielsen]] (born 1989 in Åbenrå), Danish handball player

== Gallery ==

<gallery mode=packed>
File:Aabenraa Museum Sønderjyllands Søfartsmuseum.jpg|Maritime Museum
File:Rådhus Aabenraa.JPG|Town Hall
File:Storetorv, Aabenraa 2009.jpg|Storetorv
File:Aabenraa - Sct. Nicolai Kirke.jpg|St. Nicholas Church
File:AabenraaBeach.jpg|Beach
File:Vægterpladsen 1A, Aabenraa 01.jpg|Handwerkerhaus
File:Vægterpladsen Aabenraa.jpg|Vægterpladsen Aabenraa
File:Aabenraa - Storegade.JPG|Storegade
</gallery>

== References ==
{{Reflist}}

== External links ==
{{Wikivoyage|Åbenrå}}
{{Commons category}}
* [http://www.aabenraa.dk/ Aabenraa Kommune ('''Danish''')]
* [http://www.aabenraaugeavis.dk/ Aabenraa Ugeavis ('''Danish''')]
* [http://www.aabenraaport.dk/en Port of Aabenraa ('''English''')]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20080407215754/http://www.visitaabenraa.dk/home.htm Aabenraa Tourism ('''English''')]
* [http://www.jv.dk/aabenraa Jydske Vestkysten Aabenraa] Newspaper ('''Danish''')
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20071208074131/http://www.nordschleswiger.dk/SEEEMS/2.asp Der Nordschleswiger] Newspaper ('''German''')
* {{cite EB1911|wstitle=Apenrade |volume=2 |short=x}}

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Middelfart

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'''Middelfart''' is a town in central [[Denmark]], with a population of 16,749 {{asof|January 2025|lc=y}}.<ref>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> The town is the municipal seat of [[Middelfart Municipality]] on the island of [[Funen]] ({{langx|da|Fyn}}).

==Etymology==
The name Middelfart, first recorded as "Mæthælfar" in [[Valdemar's Census Book]] in 1231, consists of the old Danish word ''mæthal'' meaning 'middle' and ''far'' meaning 'way'. This name originally referred to the [[strait]] ''Snævringen'' ('the narrowing'), which is the narrowest part of the [[Little Belt]], and was subsequently applied to the settlement as well.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://danmarkskirker.natmus.dk/uploads/tx_tcchurchsearch/Odense_2225-2396_01.pdf|title=Skt. Nikolaj Kirke|publisher=Danske Kirker: National Museet|access-date=11 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref><ref name=dcfb>{{cite web|url=http://dendigitalebyport.byhistorie.dk/koebstaeder/by.aspx?koebstadID=28|title=Købstæder: Middelfart|publisher=Dansk Center for Byhistorie|access-date=9 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref>

==History==
It is not known when the town was established but it certainly owes its existence to its location at the narrowest point across the [[Little Belt]]. The town was granted its first privileges at the end of the 13th century at a time when fishing played an important role in addition to its ferry link to [[Snoghøj]] in Jutland. From the [[Middle Ages]] the town appears to have specialized in catching [[harbour porpoise]]s. In the 16th century cattle export was also significant.<ref name=dcfb/>

[[File:Den_Gamle_Lillebæltsbro.JPG|thumb|left|The [[Old Little Belt Bridge]] just northwest of Middelfart]]
After the [[Dano-Swedish War (1657–58)|Swedish Wars]] in the 17th century the town suffered from losing its foreign export privileges and from competition from [[Fredericia]] on the other side of the belt, which not only had a ferry link to [[Strib]] but levied customs duties on traffic through the Little Belt. In the 18th century income from porpoise catches diminished but in the 19th century, with the establishment of its own harbour in 1836, conditions improved thanks in particular to the growing trade in agricultural products from the surrounding areas. From the mid-19th century small industries started to develop, especially the iron foundry. The [[Funen Main Line|rail link between Middelfart and Nyborg]] opened in 1865, bringing added prosperity despite the fact that it connected with the ferry from Strib rather than the one from Middelfart.<ref name=dcfb/>

By the beginning of the 20th century the iron foundry, with about a hundred workers, was the town's main industry. After the first [[Old Little Belt Bridge|Little Belt Bridge]] was completed in 1935 Middelfart became an important hub for traffic between Jutland and Funen. The population grew from 2,345 in 1880 to 11,056 in 1950 but in the second half of the 20th century the rate of growth declined. In 1970 a motorway bridge to Jutland was opened and in 2007 Middelfart became the seat of an expanded municipality, which included the former communes of [[Ejby Municipality|Ejby]] and [[Nørre Aaby Municipality|Nørre Aaby]].<ref name=dcfb/>

==Economy==
[[File:Middelfart_timber_framing.jpg|thumb|upright|The half-timbered Henner Friiser Hus, now a museum]]
Middelfart Municipality had a population of 37,685 in January 2014.

From the [[Middle Ages]] until the end of the 19th century the local fishermen were also [[whaling|whale hunters]] in winter. The only whale common in Danish waters is the [[harbour porpoise]] (''Phocoena phocaena''). The whale hunters linked their boats across the rather narrow [[Little Belt]] and by beating the sea with sticks and branches they directed the migrating porpoises to low water areas where they could be slaughtered. As the whale [[blubber]] was used for lamps, indoors and outdoors, the arrival of electricity made whale hunting uneconomical. In the winter of 1854–55, 1742 whales were caught, but a normal winter's catch would be half that or even less. In the 20th century the hunt was resumed during the two world wars. Two memorial stones now stand where the hunters landed the whales and where blubber was prepared.

==Transportation==
[[File:Middelfart_Station.JPG|thumb|Street facade of [[Middelfart railway station]].]]
Middelfart is served by [[Middelfart railway station]] which is served by the passenger rail service between [[Copenhagen]] and [[Jutland]]. It is located on the [[Copenhagen–Fredericia/Taulov Line]] which connects the Danish capital, Copenhagen, and the [[Jutland]] peninsula by way of the islands of [[Zealand]] and [[Funen]]. It offers direct [[InterCity]] services to [[Copenhagen]], [[Odense]], [[Aalborg]], [[Aarhus]] and [[Esbjerg]] as well as [[regional train]] services to [[Fredericia]] and [[Odense]].<ref name=DSBMiddelfartStation>{{cite web|url=https://www.dsb.dk/kundeservice/stationer/middelfart/|title=Middelfart Station|publisher=DSB|language=da|accessdate=10 December 2023}}</ref>

''Gammel Havn'' (Old Harbour) dates from the 1830s. At the beginning of the 20th century it was extended and deepened to the east.<ref>{{cite encyclopedia|url=http://www.denstoredanske.dk/Danmarks_geografi_og_historie/Danmarks_geografi/Fyn/Fyn_-_byer/Middelfart|title=Middelfart|encyclopedia=Den Store Danske|access-date=10 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref>

==Landmarks==
Middelfart Church, dedicated to St Nicholas, is located close to the harbour at the end of Algade. Built in several stages, it has a [[Romanesque architecture|Late Romanesque]] [[chancel]], a tower first constructed in the 14th century and a nave with aisles from the late 15th century. The richly carved altarpiece is from 1650.<ref>{{cite encyclopedia|url=https://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=da&u=http://www.denstoredanske.dk/Kunst_og_kultur/Arkitektur/Danske_kirker_M-M%25C3%25A5/Middelfart_Kirke&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dmiddelfart%2Bkirke%2Bden%2Bstore%26hl%3Den%26biw%3D1366%26bih%3D631|title=Middelfart Kirke|encyclopedia=Den Store Danske|access-date=11 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref>

Henner Friiser Hus, a half-timbered house on Brogade dating from around 1575, is now part of Middelfart Museum and contains exhibitions related to the history of the town. Restoration work on the building was completed in March 2014.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.visit-middelfart.com/ln-int/danmark/henner-friisers-hus-gdk725670|title=Middelfart Museum – Henner Friiser Hus|publisher=Visit Middelfart|access-date=11 July 2014 |language=da}}</ref>

The ''Kulturøen'' (literally, "Culture Island") Cultural Centre contains the public library, a cinema, a restaurant, a café and the tourist office.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.middelfartbibliotek.dk/Kultur%C3%98en.aspx?ID=41|title=KulturØen i Middelfart|publisher=Middelfart Bibliotek|access-date=10 July 2014|language=da|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140714185957/http://www.middelfartbibliotek.dk/Kultur%C3%98en.aspx?ID=41|archive-date=14 July 2014|url-status=dead}}</ref>

==Sport==
Middelfart is home to [[association football|football]] team [[Middelfart G&BK]]. Middelfart played host to the [[1998 UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships|1998 UCI World Cyclocross championships]].

==Notable people==
[[File:Frederik Julius Bech av August Eiebakke, Eidsvoll 1814, EM.00682 (cropped).jpg|upright=0.65|thumb|Frederik Julius Bech, 1814]]
[[File:20140904 - Christian Eriksen (cropped).jpg|thumb|upright=0.65|Christian Eriksen]]
* [[Frederik Julius Bech]] (1758 in Middelfart – 1822) was a Danish-Norwegian theologian and politician
* [[Frida Schmidt]] (1849 in Middelfart – 1934) a Danish teacher, suffragist and a pioneering activist for the [[Danish Women's Society]]
* [[Christian Schrøder]] (1869 in Middelfart – 1940) a film actor, screenwriter and director<ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0775725/ IMDb Database]. Retrieved 8 May 2020</ref>
* [[John Wittig]] (1921 in Middelfart – 1987) a Danish film actor<ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0937045/ IMDb Database]. Retrieved 8 May 2020</ref>
* [[Poul Ove Jensen]] (born 1937 in Kauslunde) a Danish architect, particularly of bridges
* [[Pernille Weiss]] (born 1968 in Gamborg, Middelfart) a Danish politician, and businesswoman; [[Member of the European Parliament|MEP]] and CEO of Archimed
* [[Kristian Jensen]] (born 1971 in Middelfart) is a Danish politician and government Minister
* [[Lonnie Kjer]] (born 1972 in Middelfart) a Danish singer, represented Denmark in the [[Eurovision Song Contest 1990]]
* [[Michael Eggert (businessman)|Michael Eggert]] (born 1975 in Middelfart) an entrepreneur in the rental market
* [[Else Schøtt]] (1895–1989), opera singer

=== Sport ===
* [[Christian Eriksen]] (born 1992 in Middelfart) a footballer
* [[Rasmus Falk]] (born 1992 in Middelfart) a footballer, with 260 club caps
* [[Rasmus Quist Hansen]] (born 1980 in Middelfart), a rower, gold and bronze Olympic medallist
* [[Søren Madsen]] (born 1976 in Middelfart) rower, bronze medallist at the [[2000 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Jan O. Pedersen]] (born 1962 in Middelfart) former speedway rider, 1991 World Champion

==Twin towns – sister cities==
Middelfart is [[Twin towns and sister cities|twinned]] with:
*{{flagicon|SWE}} [[Oskarshamn]], Sweden<ref name="Oskarshamn twinning">{{cite web|url=http://www.oskarshamn.se/templates/Page.aspx?id=218 |title=Internationella frågor och vänorter |access-date=25 July 2013 |last=Lindquist |first=Ted |work=Oskarshamn Municipality |language=sv |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130812100450/http://oskarshamn.se/templates/Page.aspx?id=218 |archive-date=12 August 2013 }}</ref>

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
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*[http://www.middelfart.dk/ Middelfart municipality]

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Ikast

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'''Ikast''' is a [[Denmark|Danish]] town in [[Central Denmark Region]] (''Region Midtjylland''). It is the seat of [[Ikast-Brande Municipality]] since 2007. It was the seat of the former [[Ikast Municipality]].

==Geography==
The town is situated in the middle of [[Jutland]]. The town is situated 5 km from [[Hammerum]], which is the Eastern outskirts of Herning Municipality. Ikast is situated 28 km from Silkeborg, and 69 km away from Aarhus.

==Demography==
As of 1 January 2024, the population of the town is 16,535.<ref name=pop>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1st January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref>

== History ==
Up until late in the nineteenth century, Ikast was nothing more than a few buildings surrounding the church. During industrialization, Ikast established a strong presence in Denmark as one of the main towns for the textile industry, which was the main industry in the area until the start of globalization, where production jobs were outsourced.

The opening of the [[Skanderborg–Skjern railway line|railway line]] in the 1850s led to an increase in population, as the existing part of town surrounding the church, and the new part of town, built around the [[Ikast railway station|railway station]], grew into each other.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://denstoredanske.dk/Danmarks_geografi_og_historie/Danmarks_geografi/Jylland/Ikast|title=Ikast {{!}} Gyldendal - Den Store Danske|website=denstoredanske.dk|access-date=2016-08-09}}</ref>

The church was originally a [[Romanesque architecture|Romanesque]] church, built in the 13th century. The old church burned down in 1904, and was rebuilt into the new church, which was finished in 1907. The church was expanded several times, with the latest expansion happening in 2005.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://ikast-kirke.dk/index.php?id=42|title=Kirkerne|website=ikast-kirke.dk|access-date=2016-08-09|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160510183437/http://www.ikast-kirke.dk/index.php?id=42|archive-date=2016-05-10}}</ref>

== Notable people ==
[[File:20170706 OEFB AUT-DEN Pernille Harder DSC 8228.jpg|thumb|140px|Pernille Harder, 2017]]
* [[Emilie Andersen]] (1895 in Grødde, Ikast – 1970) a Danish historian and archivist.
* [[Bo Skovhus]] (born 1962 in Ikast) a Danish baritone opera singer<ref> [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0804796/ IMDb Database] retrieved 23 May 2020 </ref>
* [[Kurt Aust]] (born 1955 in Ikast) pen name of ''Kurt Østergaard'', an author and freelance writer
=== Sport ===
* [[Jens Reno Møller]] (born 1971 in Ikast) is a Danish racing driver
* [[Peder Nissen]] (born 1976 in Ikast) a former badminton player, twice Danish National champion
* [[Pernille Harder (footballer)|Pernille Harder]] (born 1992 in Ikast) a Danish professional footballer, named in 2018 as Europe's best female footballer
* [[Jens Martin Gammelby]] (born 1995 in Ikast) a Danish footballer, who plays for [[Silkeborg IF]]
* [[Lasse Mølhede]] (born 1995 in Ikast) a Danish badminton player
* [[Line Skak]] (born 1997 in Ikast) a Danish handball player who currently plays for [[TTH Holstebro]]
* [[Simon Birch (racing driver)|Simon Birch]] (born 2007 in Ikast) a Danish racing driver

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
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*[http://www.ikast.dk/ Website of Ikast]

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Kalundborg

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'''Kalundborg''' ({{IPA|da|kʰælɔnˈpɒˀ|lang}}) is a [[Denmark|Danish]] city with a population of 16,659 (1 January 2025),<ref name="BY3">[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]]</ref> the main town of the [[Kalundborg municipality|municipality of the same name]] and the site of its municipal council. It is situated on the northwestern coast of the largest Danish island, [[Zealand (Denmark)|Zealand (or Sjælland in Danish)]], on the opposite, eastern side of which lies the capital [[Copenhagen]], {{convert|110|km|mi|abbr=on}} away.

Kalundborg is famous as the location of a large broadcasting facility, the [[Kalundborg Transmitter]]. The city was also home to the largest [[coal-fired power station]] in Denmark, the [[Asnæs Power Station]], which started its transition to biomass in 2017.<ref>{{cite magazine |last=Voegele |first=Erin |date=2 November 2017 |title=Biomass conversion begins at Asnæs Power Station |url= https://biomassmagazine.com/articles/14807/biomass-conversion-begins-at-asnaes-power-station|magazine=Biomass Magazine |publisher=BBI International |access-date=21 January 2022}}</ref>

Kalundborg is mainly a trading and industrial town, but is also well known for its five-spired [[Church of Our Lady, Kalundborg|Church of Our Lady]], which is closely associated with King [[Valdemar I of Denmark|Valdemar I]] and the Archbishop [[Absalon]]. The church itself is said to have been built by Absalon's brother, [[Esbern Snare]].{{citation needed|date=June 2021}}

Kalundborg is also the traditional seat of the aristocratic Lerche family. Their stately home, [[Lerchenborg]], the best example of [[rococo]] architecture in Denmark, can be seen in the town's outskirts.

[[Ferry|Ferries]] connect Kalundborg westward to the island of [[Samsø]].

==Geography==
[[Image:Hærvigsgade-1 Kalundborg.jpg|left |thumb|240px| [[Church of Our Lady, Kalundborg|Church of Our Lady]] in Kalundborg, Denmark.]]

Kalundborg is at latitude 55°41′N, longitude 11°6′E, about {{convert|110|km|mi|abbr=on}} west of Copenhagen on the island of Zealand ([[Sjaelland]]).

==History==
[[File:Kalundborgs segl.jpg|thumb|Seal of the city from 1648]]
The Kalundborg area was first settled in 1170 at a natural harbour at the head of the narrow bay today known as Kalundborg Fjord. It became more urbanized during the nineteenth century and had grown into a major industrial centre by the mid-twentieth century.

Kalundborg Municipality has approximately 20,000 inhabitants, and its network is the most published example of [[Industrial Symbiosis]]. The history of Kalundborg Industrial Symbiosis activities began in 1961 when a project was developed and implemented to use surface water from Lake Tisso for a new oil refinery, to save the limited supplies of ground water. The City of Kalundborg took the responsibility for building the pipeline while the refinery financed it. Starting from this initial collaboration, a number of other collaborative projects were subsequently introduced and the number of partners gradually increased.

By the end of the 1980s, the partners realised that they had effectively "self-organised" into what is probably the best-known example of [[Industrial Symbiosis]]. The [[Kalundborg Eco-industrial Park|material exchanges in the Kalundborg region]] include: conservation of natural and financial resources; reduction in production, material, energy, insurance and treatment costs and liabilities; improved operating efficiency; quality control; improved health of the local population and public image; and realisation of potential income through the sale of by-products and waste materials.

==Economy==
Kalundborg Municipality is home to approximately 19,000 jobs of which 13,000 are in the private sector (December 2014).<ref>{{cite web|title=Iværksætterne skaber nye job i Kalundborg|url=http://tv-kalundborg.dk/Ivaerksaetterne-skaber-nye-job-i-Kalundborg|website=TV Kalundborg|access-date=16 March 2015|language=da}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Sjællandsk krav om motorvej på tværsKalundborg|url=http://www.dagensbyggeri.dk/artikel/83894-sjaellandsk-krav-om-motorvej-pa-tvaers|website=Dagens Byggeri|access-date=16 March 2015|language=da}}</ref> [[Novo Nordisk]] has extensive production facilities in Kalundborg with a total of more than 2,400 employees.<ref name="Novo Nordisk på væksthormon">{{cite web|title=Novo Nordisk på væksthormon|url=http://www.business.dk/medico/novo-nordisk-paa-vaeksthormon|website=Berlingske|access-date=16 March 2015|language=da}}</ref> Since 1999 they have invested more than [[Danish krone|DKK]] 7.5 billions in the complex.<ref name="Novo Nordisk på væksthormon"/> [[Pronova BioPharma]] Danmark, a bulk manufacturer of Omega-3 products which was acquired by BASF in 2014, also has a manufacturing plant in Kalundborg.<ref>{{cite web|title=Store nedskrivninger giver kæmpetab hos Pronova|url=http://medwatch.dk/secure/Medicinal___Biotek/article6468461.ece12630|website=MedWatch|access-date=16 March 2015|language=da}}</ref>

===Port of Kalundborg===
The port plays a central role in the town's economy. It is a municipal self-governing port with independent finances. Kalundborg Container Terminal is served by Unifeeder on a weekly basis.<ref>{{cite web|title=Containerterminal på vej mod bedre tider|url=http://www.maritimedanmark.dk/?Id=25922|website=Maritime Danmark|access-date=16 March 2015|language=da}}</ref> Schultz Shipping is a local shipping company. As of 2015, the port is being expanded with a new west harbor on the south side of the Asnæs peninsula.<ref>{{cite web|title=Kalundborg Havn udvider på Asnæs |url=http://www.maritimedanmark.dk/?Id=25320|website=Maritime Danmark|access-date=16 March 2015|language=da}}</ref>

[[Statoil|Statoil Refining Denmark]] operates Denmark's largest oil refinery on the harbor with a capacity of 6.6 million ton oil products per year.<ref>{{cite web|title=Statoil fyrer 60 i Kalundborg|url=http://www.maritimedanmark.dk/?Id=23677|website=Maritime Danmark|access-date=16 March 2015|language=da}}</ref> [[Haldor Topsøe (company)|Haldor Topsøe]] is one of the companies that has facilities at Kalundborg Tank Terminal.<ref>{{cite web|title=Havne|url=http://www.maritimedanmark.dk/?Id=24446|website=Maritime Danmark|access-date=16 March 2015|language=da}}</ref>

==Transportation==
===Rail===
[[File:Kalundborg Station 002.JPG|thumb|[[Kalundborg railway station]].]]
The [[Northwest Line (Denmark)|Northwest Line]] (1874) connects Kalundborg with [[Holbæk]] and [[Roskilde]] and the rest of the [[Rail transport in Denmark|Danish rail network]]. [[Kalundborg railway station]] is the principal railway station of the town and offers frequent direct [[regional train]] services to {{rws|Holbæk}}, {{rws|Roskilde}} and [[Copenhagen]] operated by the national [[railway company]] [[DSB (railway company)|DSB]].<ref name=DSBKalundborg>{{cite web|url=https://www.dsb.dk/kundeservice/stationer/kalundborg/|title=Kalundborg Station|publisher=DSB|language=da|accessdate=2 December 2022}}</ref> The eastern part of the town is also served by the [[railway halt]] [[Kalundborg East railway halt|Kalundborg East]].<ref name=DSBKalundborgOst>{{cite web|url=https://www.dsb.dk/kundeservice/stationer/kalundborg-ost-station/|title=Kalundborg Øst Station|publisher=DSB|language=da|accessdate=2 December 2022}}</ref>

== Notable people ==
=== Public Service & public thinking ===
* [[Esbern Snare]] (1127–1204) a crusader; had built the [[Church of Our Lady, Kalundborg]]
* [[Christian II of Denmark]] (1481–1559 in Kalundborg Castle) monarch under the [[Kalmar Union]]
* [[Jørgen Bjelke]] (1621–1696 in Kalundborg) an exiled Norwegian officer and nobleman
* [[Sophie Amalie Lindenov]] (1649 in Kalundborg Castle–1688) noblewoman and landowner
* [[Hans Hagerup Gyldenpalm]] (1717–1781) a Danish born, Norwegian jurist and civil servant
* [[Arnoldus von Falkenskiold]] (1743–1819) a Danish military officer and landowner of ''Sæbygård''
* [[Henrik Steffens Hagerup]] (1806–1859) a Norwegian naval officer and politician who served as [[Minister of the Navy and Postal Affairs|Minister of the Navy]]
* [[Wilhelm Hellesen]] (1836–1892) inventor and industrialist; helped invent the [[dry cell]] battery
* [[Anne Elisabet Jensen]] (born 1951) a Danish politician and [[Member of the European Parliament|MEP]]
* Professor [[Claus Manniche]] (born 1956) a Danish [[rheumatologist]], consultant and academic
* [[Sandra Skalvig]] (born 1990), a Danish MP

=== The Arts ===
[[File:Sigrid Undset 1928.jpg|thumb|140px|Sigrid Undset, 1928]]

* [[Johan Thomas Lundbye]] (1818–1848) a graphic artist and painter of animals and landscapes
* [[Elisabeth Dons]] (1864 in Bjergsted–1942) operatic mezzo-soprano at the [[Royal Danish Theatre]]
* [[Johannes Holbek]] (1872 in Årby–1903) a Danish painter and graphic artist
* [[Margrethe Lendrop]] (1873–1920) operatic soprano at the [[Royal Danish Theatre]]
* [[Sigrid Undset]] (1882–1949) a Norwegian novelist, awarded the [[Nobel Prize for Literature]] in 1928, emigrated to Norway aged 2
* [[Viggo Rørup]] (1903–1971) a Danish artist, joined the artists' colony the [[Odsherred Painters]]
* [[Thøger Birkeland]] (1922–2011) a teacher and writer, known for his children's books
* [[Søren Ulrik Thomsen]] (born 1956) a Danish poet; his debut was ''City Slang'', 1981
* [[Frank Madsen]] (born 1962) a Danish author, illustrator and comics artist
* [[Christian E. Christiansen]] (born 1972) is a Danish filmmaker
* [[Jonas Poher Rasmussen]], filmmaker

=== Sport ===
* [[Mogens Guldberg]] (born 1963) a middle-distance runner, competed at the [[1988 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Claus Nielsen]] (born 1964) a former footballer, almost 200 club caps and 14 for [[Denmark national football team|Denmark]]
* [[Henrik Djernis]] (born 1968 in Svebølle) a Danish cyclist
* [[Thomas Damgaard]] (born 1971) a Danish former professional boxer
* [[Anders Nielsen (footballer, born 1972)|Anders Nielsen]] (born 1972) a Danish footballer, over 300 club caps
* [[Susanne Meyerhoff]] (born 1974) a Danish sport shooter, competed at the [[1996 Summer Olympics|1996]], [[2000 Summer Olympics|2000]] and [[2004 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Thomas Frandsen]] (born 1976) a Danish former footballer, almost 300 club caps
* [[Jesper Hansen (sport shooter)|Jesper Hansen]] (born 1980) a Danish sport shooter, competed at the [[2012 Summer Olympics|2012]], [[2016 Summer Olympics|2016]] and [[2020 Summer Olympics]] and finished 26th, 5th and 2nd in the Men's skeet. In 2013, he won the skeet shooting world championship.

===Other===
* [[Frida Schou]] (1891–1980), early businesswoman who ran the brick factory Knabstrup Teglværk from 1928

==See also==
* Nearby towns: [[Holbæk]], [[Slagelse]], [[Gørlev]], [[Ruds Vedby]], [[Jyderup]], [[Svinninge, Holbæk Municipality|Svinninge]], [[Roskilde]].
* Nearby islands: [[Samsø]], [[Sejerø]], [[Funen]] (Fyn).
* {{section link|Chronicle of the Expulsion of the Grayfriars|Chapter 14 Concerning the Friary at Kalundborg}}
* [[Ports of the Baltic Sea]]

==Notes==
{{Reflist}}

==References==
* Denmark detailed roadmap, webpage: [https://web.archive.org/web/20080406154808/http://home6.inet.tele.dk/vlh/danmark.JPG Tele-DK-Danmark].
* Ehrenfeld, J. and Gertler, N. (1997) 'Industrial Ecology in Practice: the evolution of interdependence at Kalundborg", Journal of Industrial Ecology, vol. 1, no. 1, pp. 67–80

==External links==
{{Commons}}
* {{wikivoyage inline|Kalundborg}}
* [http://www.kalundborg.dk/ Kalundborg municipality]



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Birkerød

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'''Birkerød''' ({{IPA|da|ˈpiɐ̯kəˌʁøˀð|lang}}) is a town in [[Rudersdal Municipality]] in the northern outskirts of [[Copenhagen]], [[Denmark]]. It is surrounded by several lakes and small woodlands. [[Birkerød station]] is located on the [[Nordbanen|Hillerød radial]] of the [[S-train]] suburban network.

== History==
The parish of Birkerød contained the villages Birkerød, Kajerød, Bistrup, [[Ravnsnæs]], Isterød, [[Høsterkøb]], Sandbjerg and Ubberød.<ref name=Rudersdal>{{cite web|url=http://www.rudersdal.dk/Rudersdal_rundt/Turist_ny/Byer_og_bymiljoe/De_10_byomraader/Birkeroed.aspx|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130420100318/http://www.rudersdal.dk/Rudersdal_rundt/Turist_ny/Byer_og_bymiljoe/De_10_byomraader/Birkeroed.aspx|url-status=dead|archive-date=20 April 2013|title=Birkerød|language=da|publisher=Rudersdal Kommune|access-date=5 December 2015}}</ref>

Birkerød became a [[railway town]] in 1868, when the [[Nordbanen]] railway opened a station here between Lyngby and [[Helsingør]]. This led to new growth and several brickyards opened in the area in the second half of the 19th century.<ref name=Rudersdal/> The rail line between Copenhagen and Hillerød was later converted to an [[S-train]] suburban line and construction of new residential neighbourhoods accelerated in the 1940s which, in time, made Birkerød merge with Bistrup to the south, Kajerød to the west and Ravnsnæs to the east.

==Geography==
[[Image:Birkerød Lake (Rudersdal Municipality).jpg|thumb|left|200px|Birkerød Lake]]
[[File:View on Bistrup, Birkerød.jpg|thumb|View on the Bistrup neighbourhood from Vaserne]]Birkerød is bordered by 941-hectare [[Furesø (lake)|Lake Furesø]] to the south and Lake Sjælsø to the north. The smaller Birkerød Lake is located just south of the railway station in the town centre. The approximately 86 hectares wetland [[:da:Vaserne|Vaserne (in Danish)]] along the northeastern shores of Lake Furesø and the western part of Frederikslund Forest separate Birkerød (Bistrup) from [[Holte]] to the southeast. Bistrup Hegn is situated between Bistrup to the south and Birkerød to the north. Rude Forest is located to the east of Birkerød. Eskemose Forest at Lake Sjælsø, north of Kajerød, is the site of several natural springs.

== Townscape ==
[[Image:Birkerød Søhuse.jpg|thumb|200px|Bikerød Søhuse]]
Birkerød consists mainly of [[single family detached home]]s.

[[Tegnestuen Vandkunsten]] has designed a number of [[housing estate]]s. Trudeslund (1980-81) is a co-housing community.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.arkitekturbilleder.dk/bygning-Trudeslund-479|title=Trudeslund|language=da|website=arkitekturbilleder.dk|access-date=5 December 2015|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151208120455/http://www.arkitekturbilleder.dk/bygning-Trudeslund-479|archive-date=8 December 2015}}</ref> The concept was later developed further with Jystrup Savværk in [[Jystrup]]. The Langkjærgård development is from 1985<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.arkark.dk/building.aspx?buildingid=3168|title=Blikfanget, Birkerød|language=da|location=Langkjærgård|website=arkark.dk|access-date=5 December 2015}}</ref> and Blikfanget was built in 1988-1989.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.arkark.dk/building.aspx?buildingid=3529|title=Blikfanget, Birkerød|language=da|website=arkark.dk|access-date=5 December 2015}}</ref> Søhuse (1995), a development of terraced housing, is located on a gently sloping site on the banks of Birkerød Lake.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.arkitekturbilleder.dk/bygning-S%C3%B8huse-107|title=Søhuse|language=da|website=arkitekturbilleder.dk|access-date=5 December 2015|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151208180938/http://www.arkitekturbilleder.dk/bygning-S%C3%B8huse-107|archive-date=8 December 2015}}</ref>

==Culture and sports==
Mantziusgården, the former state school, is now used as a local cultural centre. Activities include art exhibitions, concerts, theatre and stand-up comedy. The premises also comprise four open workshops with facilities for making graphic art, glass art, ceramics and weaving.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rudersdal.dk/Rudersdal_rundt/Fritid_kultur/Kulturcentre/Kulturcenter_Mantziusgaarden.aspx|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091114033609/http://www.rudersdal.dk/Rudersdal_rundt/Fritid_kultur/Kulturcentre/Kulturcenter_Mantziusgaarden.aspx|url-status=dead|archive-date=14 November 2009|title=Kulturhus Mantziusgården|language=da|publisher=Rudersdal Kommune|access-date=5 December 2015}}</ref> Other cultural Institutions includes Birkerød Library and the Local Historic Archives.

Birkerød Sports and Leisure Centre was built in 2007 and is located next to the indoor swimming hall and football pitches, both of which was renovated simultaneously. The new centre was designed by [[Schmidt Hammer Lassen]] and is used for a wide variety of activities, including team handball fitness and yoga as well as concerts and other cultural events. <ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.architonic.com/aisht/birkerd-sports-and-leisure-centre-schmidt-hammer-lassen-architects/5100041|title=Birkerød Sports and Leisure Centre|website=Archtonic|access-date=5 December 2015}}</ref>

The local football club of [[IF Skjold Birkerød]] was founded in 1917, and currently plays the [[Danish 2nd Division East]]. Furesø Golf Club is based at Hestkøbgård in the western part of Birkerød. The club was established in 1974.

==Education==
Birkerød Gymnasium was founded as a private boys' school in 1868.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://birke-gym.dk/historie|title=Historie|website=Birkerød Gymnasium|language=da|access-date=2019-06-30}}</ref> In 2007 it changed name to Birkerød Gymnasium, HF, IB og Kostskole (Birkerød Gymnasium, HF, IB & Boarding School). The name change is due to the additional education types added since the foundation of the school. The school has over 1000 students, 300 of those being [[IB Diploma Programme|International Baccalaureate]] (IB) candidates. It is currently the biggest public IB school in Denmark. There is also a boarding school with about 70 students living on campus. Most of these students have been expats earlier in their life and might still have family members living as expats around the world.

Since 2011, a [[Model UN]] at has been taking place annually at Birkerød Gymnasium. It is called BIGMUN (Birkerød Gymnasium Model United Nations) and it has attracted several hundreds of high-school students from around the world to debate as in the . At BIGMUN 2019, approximately 370 students from 33 different schools<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.bigmun.dk/this-year-s-conference|title=BIGMUN 2020 {{!}} BIGMUN 2020|website=bigmunpilot|language=da|access-date=2019-06-30}}</ref> around the world participated. These countries include: United States, Israel, Germany, Spain and more.

==Buildings of worship==
[[File:Birkeroedx01.jpg|thumb|Birkerød Church]]
[[Birkerød Church]] is a traditional Danish parish church whose oldest parts date from the late 12th and early 13th century. The tower was built in the late 15th century, the current chancel in about 1500 and the porch in 1525.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nordenskirker.dk/Tidligere/Birkeroed/Birkeroed_kirke.htm|title=Birkerød Kirke|language=da|publisher=Nordens Kirker|access-date=5 December 2015|archive-date=31 January 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110131085928/http://nordenskirker.dk/Tidligere/Birkeroed/Birkeroed_kirke.htm|url-status=dead}}</ref> The Parish of Bistrup was disjoined from that of Birkerød in 1963 and its church was inaugurated in 1967.

The property Nordvanggård housed a congregation of Sisters of the Precious Blood from the late 1950s until 2015. The Sisters belong to the German Province, the provincial house is in Neuenbeken near Paderborn. They also have a convent in [[Rønne]] on the island of [[Bornholm]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cps-nordvanggaard.dk/side1.html|title=About us|publisher=The Sisters of the Precious Blood|access-date=5 December 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304032416/http://www.cps-nordvanggaard.dk/side1.html|archive-date=4 March 2016|url-status=dead}}</ref> The building is now owned by Rudersdal Municipality and is temporarily used to house refugees.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rudersdal.dk/Kommunen/Nyheder/2015/Flygtninge_flytter_ind_i_kloster_i_Birkeroed.aspxhtml|title=Rudersdal Kommune køber tidligere kloster til midlertidig indkvartering af flygtninge|language=da|publisher=Rudersdal Kommune|access-date=5 December 2015}}{{dead link|date=July 2017 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref>

==Transport==
===Rail===
[[File:Birkerød_Stasjon_-_panoramio.jpg|thumb|[[Birkerød railway station]]]]
Birkerød is served by [[Birkerød railway station]] which is located on the [[Nordbanen|Hillerød radial]] of [[S-train (Copenhagen)|Copenhagen's S-train network]]. The station is served regularly by trains on the [[A (S-train)|A-line]] which have a journey time to central Copenhagen of around 20 minutes.<ref>{{cite web |title=Birkerød Station |url=https://www.dsb.dk/kundeservice/stationer/birkerod/ |publisher=[[DSB (railway company)|DSB]] |access-date=22 August 2024}}</ref>

===Road===
[[Lyngby Kongevej]] bisects Birkerød on its way from Copenhagen to Hillerød. The Hillerød Motorway passed Birkerød to the west and the Helsingør Motorway passes Birkerød to the east.

===Bus===
From Birkerød station:
* 196: to [[:da:Kajerød|Kajerød]] (Birkerød north)
* 197: to [[Holte Station]]
* 198: to [[:da:Bistrup (Birkerød)|Bistrup]]
* 199: to Birkerød west/industrial zone
* 500S: [[Ørestad station]] - [[Ballerup station]] - '''Birkerød station''' - [[Kokkedal station]]

From Bistrup:
* 334: [[Stenløse station]] - [[Farum station]] - '''Bistrup''' - Holte station

==Notable people==
===Businesspeople===
* [[Povl Badstuber]] (1685 – 1762 in Birkerød), coppersmith and manufacturer

===Culture===
* [[Aage Bertelsen]] (1873 – 1945 in Birkerød), landscape painter], lived in Birkerød
* [[Axel Borup-Jørgensen]] (1924 – 2012 in Birkerød), composer
* [[Birgitte Hjort Sørensen]] (born 1982), actress, was. raised in Birkerød <ref> [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2171898/ IMDb Database] retrieved 20 April 2020 </ref>
* [[Hella Joof]] (born 1962 in Birkerød), actress and director, was born in Birkerød <ref> [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0429734/ IMDb Database] retrieved 20 April 2020 </ref>
* [[Tina Kiberg]] (born 1958), operatic soprano, grew up in Birkerød
* [[Rasmus Kofoed]] (born 1974 in Birkerød), chef and restaurateur, was born in Birkerød
* [[Carl Edvard Sonne]] (1794{{ndash}}1878), printmaker, was born in Birkerød
* [[Jørgen Sonne (painter)|Jørgen Sonne]] (1801 in Birkerød – 1890), born and raised in Birkerød

===Politics===
[[File:Erling Brøndum.jpg|thumb|140px|Erling Brøndum, 1974]]

* [[Thorkil Kristensen]] (1899 – 1989 in Birkerød), politician
* [[Flemming Kofod-Svendsen]] (born 1944)., politician, lives in Birkerød
* [[Erling Brøndum]] (1930–2017 in Birkerød), politician, lived in Birkerød
* [[Sophie Løhde]] (born 1983) a Danish politician and Govt. Minister

=== Sport ===
[[File:RGP 2016 - start no 25.JPG|140px|thumb|Martin Toft Madsen, 2016]]
* [[Kai Jensen]] (1897 – 1997 in Birkerød) an athlete who competed at the [[1924 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Bjarne Sørensen]] (born 1954 in Birkerød) a Danish former cyclist, competed at the [[1976 Summer Olympics|1976]] and [[1980 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Ditte Jensen]] (born 1980 in Birkerød) swimmer, competed in the [[1996 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Mathias Tauber]] (born 1984 in Birkerød) a retired Danish footballer with 325 club caps
* [[Julie Hjorth-Hansen]] (born 1984 in Birkerød) swimmer, competed in [[2008 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Martin Toft Madsen]] (born 1985 in Birkerød) a Danish cyclist
* [[Patrick Russell (ice hockey)|Patrick Russell]] (born 1993 in Birkerød) a Danish professional ice hockey forward
* [[Anton Ipsen]] (born 1994) a Danish swimmer, participated in [[2016 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Mathias Kvistgaarden]] (born 2002) a Danish footballer, who plays for [[Brøndby IF]]

===Other===
* [[Martin Ågerup]] (1966 in Birkerød) an economist, president of think tank [[CEPOS]]

== Twinnings ==
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* {{flagicon|Iceland}} - [[Garðabær]], [[Iceland]]
* {{flagicon|Faroe Islands}} - [[Tórshavn]], [[Faroe Islands]]
|}

== References ==
{{Reflist|2}}

== Sources ==
* Municipal statistics: [https://web.archive.org/web/20070812152043/http://www2.netborger.dk/Kommunefakta/ NetBorger Kommunefakta], delivered from [http://www.kmd.dk/ KMD aka Kommunedata (Municipal Data)]
* Municipal mergers and neighbors: [https://web.archive.org/web/20061208085744/http://kommune.eniro.dk/region/media/nyekommuner.shtml Eniro new municipalities map]
* Bus data: [http://www.dinoffentligetransport.dk/trafikinformation/koereplaner/koereplaner-bus/ Køreplaner bus]

==External links==
{{commonscat|Birkerød}}
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20011129193905/http://www.birkeroedkom.dk/ Municipality's official website]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20051025062802/http://www.birke-gym.dk/bg.htm Birkerød Gymnasium website]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20130517125901/http://bigmun.dk/index.php Birkerød Gymnasium Model UN website]
*[https://maps.google.com/maps?ll=55.843935,12.431631&spn=0.030047,0.040525&t=k&hl=en Satellite map from Google Maps]

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Nyborg

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| image_caption = Aerial view of Nyborg
| image_shield = Coat of arms of Nyborg.svg
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| map_caption = Location in Denmark
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| population_demonym = Nyborgenser
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| website = [http://www.nyborg.dk/ Nyborg.dk]
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[[File:Nyborg Zentrum am Hafen Adelgade mit Vor Frue Kirke - Fyn Insel Fünen Dänemark - Foto Wolfgang Pehlemann P1280783.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|Nyborg centre: Adelgade with Church of Our Lady <br /> (photo 2018)]]
'''Nyborg''' is a city in central [[Denmark]], located in [[Nyborg Municipality]] on the island of [[Funen]] and with a population of 17,990 (2025).<ref name="pop" /> It is the easternmost settlement on Funen. By road, it is located 34 km east of [[Odense]], 35 km north of [[Svendborg]] and 21 km south of [[Kerteminde]]. It also connects to [[Korsør]] through the [[Great Belt Bridge]]. Nyborg is the seat of Nyborg Municipality, and until 1793 it was also the seat of Nyborg County.

The city was founded in the 1200s, built up around [[Nyborg Castle]]. The castle holds a central place in Nyborg geographically, historically and culturally.

== Etymology ==
Nyborg was first mentioned in 1193 as 'Nyburg', which translates to 'new castle' in Danish.<ref>[https://denstoredanske.lex.dk/Nyborg Denstoredanske.lex.dk] "Nyborg" Retrieved 1 August 2020</ref>

== History ==
Before Nyborg was founded, a fortification existed in the area under the name of [[Gammelborg]]. It was established in the 500s, and used throughout the Viking age until Nyborg was founded and took over its role.<ref>[http://www.historie-online.dk/arkiv/nyborg-afloeste-gammelborg Historie-online.dk] "Nyborg afløse Gammelborg" Retrieved 3 August 2020</ref>

Nyborg was first mentioned in 1193 in the history of Denmark as [[Nyborg Castle]], which still exists today, but the town itself was not mentioned before the year 1202. From its foundation and until 1413, Nyborg Castle was used by numerous kings as seat of the ''[[Danehof]]'' and other meetings, including [[Treaty of Nyborg (1386)|a meeting]] between [[Queen Margaret I]] and the [[Counts of Schauenburg and Holstein|Counts of Holstein]] in 1386. The first [[Constitution of Denmark]] was written on Nyborg Castle by [[Eric V of Denmark|Eric V]] in 1282. Being the seat of these meetings, Nyborg enjoyed a number of unique and special privileges, granted by the king. The first was granted by king [[Valdemar II]], who granted the town the status of a [[market town]] (Danish: ''Købstad'') shortly after the town was founded. Merchants from neighboring [[Hundred (county division)|hundreds]] had to come to Nyborg to sell their wares, boosting the economy and traffic in the town. In 1446, a large number of additional privileges were added, including the outlawing of harbours between the market towns on eastern Funen. Nyborg was also given permission to host a yearly market, and artisans from [[Vindinge Hundred]] were told to move to the market towns, boosting the population and economy of Nyborg once more. With the king visiting regularly, due to Nyborg's central location and the castle being the seat of the Danehof, Nyborg was given many additional privileges over the years.<ref>[http://ddb.byhistorie.dk/privilegier/by.asp?koebstadID=32 Ddb.byhistorie.dk] "Nyborg" Retrieved 1 August 2020</ref>

In 1525 [[Frederick I of Denmark|Frederick I]] declared Nyborg as the king's residency, and until the 1560s it acted as the capital of Denmark. During this time, [[Christian III of Denmark|Christian III]] expanded Nyborg Castle and city. Much of the castle was rebuilt and a tournament ground was built in front of the castle.<ref>[https://www.visitnyborg.dk/nyborg/oplev-nyborg/nyborgs-historie Visitnyborg.dk] "Nyborgs historie" Retrieved 1 August 2020</ref>

The city was captured by Swedish troops during the [[Dano-Swedish War (1658–1660)|Dano-Swedish War]], following the [[Battle of Nyborg]]. The Swedish troops sent all valuables home to Sweden and ruined much of Nyborg Castle. The city was retaken by an allied force of Danes, Brandenburgers, Polish mercenary cavalry and Dutchmen after a bombardment by a large Dutch naval fleet led by the famous Dutch Admiral Michiel DeRuyter, who was key in the negotiations and Swedes capitulation. The city was then looted by the allied forces with DeRuyter giving strict orders prohibiting Dutch forces (who made up a third of the allied army) not to participate. DuRuyter noted in his log that the Poles were allowed to take the captured Danish wives and daughters of Nyborg as part of the plundered booty, to his utter disgust – but there was nothing he could do to prevent it. Following the war, the king was no longer interested in living in the castle, and it was handed over to the military. Nyborg became an army garrison, with the castle then being used strictly for military purposes.<ref>[http://www.nyborgslot.dk/udforsk/nyborg-slots-historie/efter-kongerne/ Nyborgslot.dk] "Efter kongerne" Retrieved 18 April 2019</ref>

After the wars and several fires and livestock plagues, the 1700s were a low period in Nyborg's history, with the population growing poorer. Things turned around in the 1800s where Nyborg became and important link across the Great Belt, with steamboat ferries starting to sail between Nyborg and Korsør in 1828. Several large markets were also held yearly, and the trade and economy of the town began to grow again.<ref>[https://danmarkshistorien.dk/leksikon-og-kilder/vis/materiale/nyborg/ Danmarkshistorien.dk] "Nyborg" Retrieved 1 August 2020</ref>

In the [[Second World War]], Nyborg's garrison still existed. Denmark was allowed to keep their military after the [[Denmark in World War II|Nazi occupation]]. Nyborg Vandrehjem and Hotel Nyborg Strand housed Danish soldiers. On 29 August 1943 [[Operation Safari]] was carried out, with the intention of disarming the Danish military. Battles occurred between the Danish and German soldiers on both Nyborg Vandrehjem and Hotel Nyborg Strand. Two Danish soldiers were killed at Hotel Nyborg Strand: [[Cornet (rank)|Cornet]] K.B. Madsen and Captain C.L. Wesenberg. The captain was killed by a German soldier, who also killed himself at the same time by accidentally blowing up them both with a grenade. That German soldier was most likely the only German casualty of the battle.<ref>Larsen, John Maalø. "Oprør og Kamp i Nyborg 1943". Page 71.</ref> There was a single Danish casualty during the battle at Nyborg Vandrehjem: Recruit Ivan Jacobsen.<ref>Larsen, John Maalø. "Oprør og Kamp i Nyborg 1943". Page 88.</ref>

In 1977 market towns were dissolved, and Nyborg lost its title. Nyborg Municipality was established, with Nyborg being the seat of the new municipality. It was formed of the city and parish of Nyborg, as well as the two parish municipalities of Avnslev-Bovense and Vindinge. In the [[Municipalities of Denmark#Municipal Reform 2007|2007 municipal reform]], the three municipalities of Nyborg, [[Ørbæk Municipality|Ørbæk]] and [[Ullerslev Municipality|Ullerslev]] were merged to form the present Nyborg Municipality.

=== Historical populations ===
{{historical populations
|title=Historical population
|align = none
| cols = 2
|1672|1160
|1769|1637
|1787|1672
|1801|1866
|1834|2873
|1840|2891
|1845|3220
|1855|3565
|1860|3802
|1870|4812
|1880|5402
|1890|6049
|1901|7790
|1911|9056
|1921|10223
|1930|10446
|1940|9949
|1950|12135
|1960|13377
|1970|14270
|1981|15466
|1990|15240
|2000|15792
|2010|16539
|2015|16752
|2019|17175
|2020|17268
|2021|17415
|source = [https://www.bolius.dk/danmarkskort/indbyggertal/ Bolius.dk], [http://ddb.byhistorie.dk/koebstaeder/befolkning.aspx? Byhistorie.dk]
}}

=== Mayors ===

From 1850–1919 the mayors of Nyborg were chosen by the king. Since 1919 the mayor has been elected. Below are all Nyborg's mayors since 1850.

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!Mayor
!Party
!Term
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|colspan="4" style="text-align:center;" |'''As a market town'''
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|1 || Frederik Ludvig Bierfreund ||rowspan="7"| ||1850–1854
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|2 || Jørgen Christian Møller ||1854–1859
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|3 || Erik Sophus Becker ||1859–1880
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|4 || S. Christian E. Hall||1880–1893
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|5 || Christian Laur. Schou||1893–1899
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|6 || P.N.V. Buch||1899–1913
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|7 || Jørgen Nielsen||1913–1919
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|8 || Ludvig Hansen||rowspan="6"|[[Social Democrats (Denmark)|Social Democrats]]||1919–1935
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|9 || J.J. Bjerring||1935–1940
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|10 || Christian S. Andersen||1940–1946
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|11 || C.E. Bjerring||1946–1961
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|12 || Carl Pelck||1962–1965
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|13 || Børge Jensen||1965–1970
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|colspan="4" style="text-align:center;"|'''In the first [[Nyborg Municipality (1970–2006)|Nyborg Municipality]]'''
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|13 || Børge Jensen||rowspan="4"|Social Democrats||1970–1978
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|14 || Frederik Nørgaard||1978–1981
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|15 || Aage Koch||1981–1989
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|16 || Niels Verner Andersen||1990–2001
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|17 || [[Jørn Terndrup]]||[[Venstre (Denmark)|Venstre]]||2002–2006
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|colspan="4" style="text-align:center;" |'''In the current [[Nyborg Municipality]]'''
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|17 || Jørn Terndrup||Venstre||2007–2009
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|18 || [[Erik Skov Christensen]]||Social Democrats||2010–2013
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|19 || [[Kenneth Muhs]]||Venstre||2014–present
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== Nyborg Castle ==
{{Main|Nyborg Castle}}
Nyborg Castle is located near the center of Nyborg city, and is surrounded by fortifications, the 'castle lake' and a moat that run along the center of the city. The castle if first mentioned in 1193, when [[Canute VI of Denmark|Canute VI]] held a meeting in it. Before then, the king were housed in Hjulby, outside Nyborg, and the castle was established in that period. A [[Curtain wall (fortification)|curtain wall]] was built, and there has likely been several wooden buildings within the walls. In the first half of the 1200s, a building was constructed in two floors, much of which still remain today. The king likely held his meetings in the upper floor of this construction. During the 1300s and 1400s, the castle was improve upon, with a new floor and several new buildings. In 1282, [[Eric V of Denmark|Eric V]] completed the [[constitution of Denmark]] in Nyborg Castle. In 1287, Eric V's alleged murderers were sentenced on the castle. In the 1520s, [[Frederick I of Denmark|Frederick I]] planned to make Nyborg his official residence, but that never happened. Signs of his plans were obvious, however, with major projects on the castle planned.<ref>[http://www.nyborgslot.dk/udforsk/nyborg-slots-historie/middelalderen/ Nyborgslot.dk] "Middelalderen" Retrieved 18 April 2019</ref>

[[File:Nyborg Castle.jpg|thumb|Nyborg Castle.]]

After the Dano-Swedish War, where the castle was captured and later turned into an armory, the importance of the castle fell. The garrison was disestablished in 1913. The castle was turned into a museum, which it has been since then. In 2017, a large project to renovate and expand the museum was begun, with plans to finish in 2023.<ref>[http://www.nyborgslot.dk/udforsk/nyborg-slots-historie/restaurering/ Nyborgslot.dk] "Restaurering" Retrieved 18 April 2019</ref>

The fortifications, ramparts and moats surrounding Nyborg Castle stretch out along the center of the city. The moats appear as they did in the Middle Ages, with the same water regulation systems still in use. Three of the original bulwarks still exist, with the remaining having been torn down during city expansions. Two of those bulwarks are located around Nyborg Castle, and are known as ''the Queen's Bulwark (Danish: Dronningens Bastion)'' and ''the Crown Prince's Bulwark (Danish: Kronprinsens Bastion)''. Those are surrounded by the original ramparts, which today act as park areas. On the Queen's Bulwark is a water tower from 1899, built by Emil Swanenflügel. The water tower was protected in 1997. The third bulwark is called ''Prince Carl's Bulwark (Danish: Prins Carls Bastion)'', and is slightly smaller. It also acts as a park area.<ref>[http://www.nyborgslot.dk/planlaeg-besoeg/kalender/2017/nyborg-faestning-og-volde/ Nyborgslot.dk] "Nyborg Fæstning og Volde" Retrieved 21 April 2019</ref><ref>[http://www.nyborgfaestning.dk/8-vandt%C3%A5rnet.html Nyborgfaestning.dk] "Vandtårnet" Retrieved 21 April 2019</ref>

== Nyborg Church ==
Nyborg Church (also known as Church of Our Lady. Danish: ''Vor Frue Kirke'') is located in the center of Nyborg, and was built in 1375–1428. It was renovated in the 1970s and again in 2005.

[[File:FynNyborgVorFrueKirke01.JPG|thumb|Church of Our Lady in Nyborg.]]

The church has two organs, from 1973 by Poul-Gerhard Andersen and 1830 by P.U.F. Demant. The crucifix is the only piece of inventory from the church's opening in 1428. It is decorated with biblical depictions. [[Maja Lisa Engelhardt]] created the altar crucifix, of gilded bronze, in 2011. Maja Lisa Engelhardt also created a mosaic for the church in 2015. The largest of the church's chandeliers was donated in 1640 by the mayor's widow, Sidsel Knudsdatter. The other chandelier was donated by mayor Mads Lerke in 1589. The renaissance baptismal font was donated to the church in 1585 by mayor Peder Jensen Skriver. The other baptismal font is Romanesque style in granite, from 1100. Inside the church is a gate from 1649, built by [[Christian IV of Denmark|Christian IV's]] smith, Caspar Fincke. The pulpit is from 1653, made by Anders Mortensen in Odense. The pulpit's staircase is even older. The church has a set of wooden figures of [[John the Apostle]] and [[Jeremiah]]. Like the pulpit, they were also carved by Anders Mortensen. A candle globe, made by local artisan Flemming Knudsen, was added to the church in 2008.<ref>[http://nyborgkirke.dk/vor_frue_kirke.html Nyborgkirke.dk] "Vor Frue Kirke" Retrieved 20 April 2019</ref><ref>[http://www.danmarks-kirker.dk/fyens/nyborg/vorfruge_nyb_fyn.htm Danmarks-kirker.dk] "Vor Frue Kirke Nyborg" Retrieved 20 April 2019</ref>

The church's [[turret clock]], nicknamed "the Syrian tank" (Danish: ''Den syriske kampvogn'') was replaced by an electric movement in 1972. The original mechanical movement was built by Henrik Kyhl from Copenhagen, and initially created for [[Viborg Cathedral]], who couldn't afford it. It was instead bought by Nyborg Church. In 2002 it was donated to ''Post- og Telemuseet'' in Copenhagen.<ref>[https://www.fyens.dk/nyborg/Tag-bare-det-gamle-kirkeur/artikel/215957 Fyens.dk] "Tag bare det gamle kirkeur" Retrieved 20 April 2019</ref>

==Transportation==
[[File:Nyborg-Station.jpg|thumb|[[Nyborg railway station]].]]
Nyborg is served by [[Nyborg railway station]] which is served by the passenger rail services between [[Copenhagen]] and [[Jutland]]. It is located on the [[Copenhagen–Fredericia/Taulov Line]] which connects the Danish capital, Copenhagen, and the [[Jutland]] peninsula by way of the islands of [[Zealand]] and [[Funen]].<ref name=DSBNyborgStation>{{cite web|url=https://www.dsb.dk/kundeservice/stationer/nyborg/|title=Nyborg Station|publisher=DSB|language=da|accessdate=23 January 2024}}</ref>

== Notable residents ==
=== Nobility ===
[[File:ChristianII of denmark.jpg|140px|thumb|Christian II of Denmark]]
*[[Christian II of Denmark]] (1481–1559), king of Denmark, [[Norway]] and [[Sweden]].
*[[Elizabeth of Denmark, Electress of Brandenburg|Elizabeth of Denmark]] (1502–1535), electress of [[Margraviate of Brandenburg|Brandenburg]]
*[[Christina of Denmark]] (1521–1590), princess and regent of [[Lorraine (duchy)|Lorraine]]
*[[Rigborg Brockenhuus]] (1579–1641), noblewoman
*[[Karl Johann von Königsmarck]] (1659–1686), Swedish count

=== Public thought and politics ===
*[[Johan Theodor Holmskjold]] (1731–1793), botanist
*[[Ole Berendt Suhr (1813–1875)|Ole Berendt Suhr]] (1813–1875), investor
*[[Thora Fiedler]] (1854–1941), nurse, prosthetist, inventor and nursing home principal
*[[Johannes Mollerup]] (1872–1937), mathematician
*[[Johannes Theodor Suhr]] (1896–1997), bishop
*[[Bodil Begtrup]] (1903–1987), [[women's rights]] activist
*[[Paul Neergaard]] (1907–1987), agronomist and agriculturist
*[[Jørn Terndrup]] (born 1947), politician
*[[Jens Lauritzen]] (born 1953), politician
*[[Erik Skov Christensen]] (born 1958), politician
*[[Henrik Lund-Nielsen]] (born 1965), entrepreneur

=== Art ===
*[[Carl Aarsleff]] (1852–1918), sculptor
*[[Sextus Miskow]] (1857–1928), singer
*[[Frederik Jensen]] (1863–1934), actor
*[[Johan Hye-Knudsen]] (1896–1975), musician
*[[Helge Kjærulff-Schmidt]] (1906–1982), actor
*[[Holger Juul Hansen]] (1924–2013), actor
*[[Erik Balling]] (1924–2005), film director
*[[Elsebeth Egholm]] (born 1960), author
*[[Signe Svendsen]] (born 1974), singer and participant of the [[Eurovision Song Contest 2001]]
*[[Søren Huss]] (born 1975), singer

=== Sport ===
*[[Hans Jørgensen (rower)|Hans Jørgensen]] (1889–1955), rower
*[[Ragnhild Hveger]] (1920–2011), swimmer
*[[Leif Printzlau]] (born 1948), football player
*[[Søren Skov]] (born 1954), football player
*[[Lars Lunde]] (born 1964), former football player
*[[Dorte Jensen]] (born 1972), sailor
*[[Kathrine Heindahl]] (born 1992), handball player
*[[Søren Toft Hansen]] (born 1992), badminton player
*[[Frederik Søgaard]] (born 1997), badminton player

== External links ==
* [http://www.nyborg.dk/ Nyborg municipality]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20051028164111/http://www.nyborg.dk/Nyborg/pegasus.nsf/all/E7972DE2B17DCE19C1256D8A0036CFCF?OpenDocument Nyborg Council]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20051028164015/http://www.nyborg.dk/nyborg/pegasus.nsf/all/D44D80FCA36511E0C1256D12004ACA85?OpenDocument History of Nyborg in Danish]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20050825055402/http://kommunesite.inforce.dk/sw855.asp Site for Østfyn municipality]
*[http://www.ostfynsmuseer.dk/ Østfyns Museer website]

== References ==
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{{Nyborg Municipality}}
{{Funen}}
{{Municipal seats of Denmark}}

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'''Skanderborg''' is a town in [[Skanderborg Municipality]], [[Denmark]]. It is situated on the north and north eastern brinks of [[#The lake|Skanderborg Lake]] and there are several smaller ponds and bodies of water within the city itself, like Lillesø, Sortesø, Døj Sø and the swampy [[boglands]] of Eskebæk Mose. Just north of the town on the other side of Expressway [[European route E45|E45]], is the archaeologically important [[Illerup Ådal]]. Over time, the town has grown into a suburb of [[Aarhus]] to the north east, connected by the urban areas of [[Stilling]], [[Hørning]] and [[Hasselager]].

Skanderborg is home to a population of 20,360 (1 January 2025),<ref name=pop>[https://m.statbank.dk/TableInfo/BY3?lang=en BY3: Population 1. January by urban areas, area and population density] The Mobile Statbank from [[Statistics Denmark]].</ref> out of Skanderborg Municipality's total population of 65,760 (2025).

==History==
Skanderborg is an old town and the area have revealed traces of human settlements, dating from the earliest [[Nordic Stone Age]]. A seasonal camp from the [[Ertebølle culture]], was found here in the 1930s for example, near the former Ringkloster (English: ''Ring Abbey'') on the southern brinks of Skanderborg Lake.<ref>[http://www.skanderborgmuseum.dk/Stenalderj%C3%A6gere_ved_s%C3%B8en-706.aspx Stoneage hunters at Skanderborg Lake] Skanderborg Museum {{in lang|da}}</ref><ref>Andersen, Soren H., 1998: ''Ringkloster. Ertebolle trappers and wild boar hunters in eastern Jutland. A survey.'' Journal of Danish Archaeology. 1994-1995; 12: 13-59</ref>

The town sprawled around the former Skanderborg Castle, founded at some point during the early [[Middle Ages]]<ref>Note: A written source from 1727 claims the castle was founded in the year 1171 by King [[Valdemar the Great]], but this information have not been properly confirmed and little is known of the castles origin. However, the [[chronicle]]s of [[Øm Abbey]] mentions, that Queen consort [[Jutta of Saxony|Jutta]] stayed at the castle in the year 1240. (Source: [http://danmarkskirker.natmus.dk/aarhus/skanderborg-slotskirke/ Skanderborg Chapel] The National Museum of Denmark, p.6161)</ref> and in 1583 Skanderborg was granted a [[municipal charter]].<ref name=Slotskirken>[http://danmarkskirker.natmus.dk/aarhus/skanderborg-slotskirke/ Skanderborg Castle Chapel] The National Museum of Denmark. Danish text with English summary available (p.6263).</ref>

===Religious orders===
The town of Skanderborg has attracted several religious communities over the years, especially in the early [[Middle Ages]]. The long gone [[Ring Abbey]] founded by [[Benedictine]] nuns in the 12th century, was once situated on the southeastern brinks of Skanderborg Lake. The last buildings burned down in 1715 and now there is a mansion at the site.<ref>[http://www.skanderborgmuseum.dk/S%C3%B8geresultat-1244.aspx?M=NewsV2&PID=2029&NewsID=324 A Ring from Ring abbey] Skanderborg Museum {{in lang|da}}</ref> There also used to be a [[Dominican Order|Dominican]] monastery on the small islet of Kalvø in the middle of the lake.<ref name=DAFC>[http://www.kulturarv.dk/1001fortaellinger/da_DK/skanderborg-soe Skanderborg Lake] Danish Agency for Culture. {{in lang|da}}</ref> The monastery was founded by the [[Black friar|Black Friar]] Order in the first half of the 12th century, along with a small harbour, but in 1168 there were only two monks left and the [[Cistercian Order]] took over. The Cistercians came here after they had failed in founding a proper monastery at several nearby locations since 1165. In that year, they embarked on a mission from [[Vitskøl Abbey]] in [[Himmerland]], to found a daughter community in the [[diocese of Aarhus]] and tried at [[Sabro]], at Sminge near [[Silkeborg]] ([[Sminge Abbey]]), and then near the village of Veng ([[Veng Abbey]]). The Cistercians eventually felt too isolated on the small isle of Kalvø, often cut off from the mainland for days and weeks even when the weather was harsh, and after just four years, they gave up here, too, and moved to Rye between [[Mossø]] and [[Gudensø]], a few kilometres west of Skanderborg. Here they founded [[Øm Abbey]] in 1172.<ref>[http://www.historiskatlas.dk/Kalvø_i_Skanderborg_sø_(8821) Kalvø i Skanderborg Sø] Historisk Atlas (Dansk Historisk Fællesråd) {{in lang|da}}</ref><ref>[http://www.fortidsmindeguide.dk/OEm-Kloster.ma009.0.html The Cistercian Abbey of Øm Abbey at Mossø] Denmark's Cultural Heritage Association {{in lang|da}}</ref>

==Buildings and structures==
[[File:Skanderborg Slot.jpg|thumb|left|The renaissance version of Skanderborg Castle.]]

===Skanderborg Castle===
{{See also|Siege of Skanderborg}}
The royal residence of Skanderborg Castle was arguably the most important and influential building in the history of Skanderborg, but it was demolished stone by stone during the 18th century. Founded at some point in the early Middle Ages around 1200, King [[Frederick II of Denmark|Frederik II]] had the old medieval castle radically rebuilt and expanded around 1570. His project was grandiose in scale. An entirely new large [[Renaissance]] palace was erected and the [[Deer park (England)|deer park]] of Skanderbrog Dyrehave was constructed nearby, amongst other undertakings. Stones from the demolished [[Øm Abbey]] west of Skanderborg were used as construction materials. Many of the original structures survived the project and were incorporated into the new buildings, amongst these the old castle chapel. In the 12th-16th centuries, Skanderborg Castle functioned as the traditional hunting retreat of the Danish kings.<ref name=Slotskirken/>

====Demolition====
In the years of 1717–22, King [[Frederik IV]] began demolishing the old original medieval structures and replaced the former fortifications with [[terrace garden|terraced gardens]]. Only the bell tower of the still existing castle church remained. In turn however, Skanderborg Castle saw a decline in popularity and attention by the royal family, and in 1767, the castle with associated gardens was sold at auction. [[Commoner]] Hans Lauritzen bought the royal property for the sum of 3004 [[Danish rigsdaler|Rigsdaler]], while the castle church with furnishings and bells was granted to the town of Skanderborg. In April 1768, the demolishing of Skanderborg Castle began and nothing remains of it today, except the old castle church.<ref name=Slotskirken/>

===Present buildings and structures===
[[File:Skanderborg.JPG|thumb|right|Skanderborg police station in the former town hall]]
The town of Skanderborg has a total of three churches, and Skanderborg Castle Church used to be part of the former Skanderborg Castle.

The cultural centre of Kulturhuset, located in Byparken (the city park) in the center of Skanderborg, was designed by native architectural firm [[Kjær & Richter]] and built in 1998. It houses the former library of the town, theatre and concert halls, a cinema, a three-story foyer with changing exhibitions and a café. Surrounding the buildings, are a [[Greek theatre]] with 500 seats, a playground and a [[beach volley]] field, amongst other facilities, as the city park itself is perceived as part of the cultural centre.<ref>[http://kulturhuset-skanderborg.dk/ Kulturhuset Skanderborg] The cultural centre's own website. {{in lang|da}}</ref>

The square of Højvangens Torv, in the northeastern parts of the town, is the center of the educational [[campus]] known as Campus Højvangen. The campus is the site of educational institutions such as a [[State school#Denmark|public school]], a [[business college]] (an [[Secondary education in Denmark#Higher_Commercial_Examination_Programme|HHX]] institution), [[technical college]] (an [[Higher Technical Examination Programme|HTX]] institution under [[Aarhus Tech]]), an adult educational centre, Skanderborg [[Gymnasium (Denmark)|Gymnasium]] etc., situated in a sculpture park. The gymnasium was designed by architectural firm [[Friis & Moltke]] and built in 1973.<ref>[http://www.soh.dk/ Skanderborg – Odder Center for Education] {{in lang|da}}</ref><ref>[http://pdf.skanderborg.dk/planlaegning/kommuneplan/kommuneplan09/ uddannelsescampus] Kommuneplan09, Skanderborg Municipality, 16. December 2009, p.59 {{in lang|da}}</ref><ref>[http://www.skanderborg-gym.dk/da/om-skolen/ About the school] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140219172651/http://www.skanderborg-gym.dk/da/om-skolen/ |date=19 February 2014 }} Skanderborg Gymnasium {{in lang|da}}</ref>

The Village of Sølund is an accommodation facility and home for people with extensive physical and mental handicaps. It is located within the park of Skanderborg Dyrehave near the pond of Lillesø, close to town. The main buildings were erected in 1935 and designed by architectural firm [[C. F. Møller Architects]].<ref>[http://www.solund.dk/English.aspx Sølund - a village] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140220032837/http://www.solund.dk/English.aspx |date=20 February 2014 }} Homepage for the institution (English version)</ref>

Skanderborg Museum has their headquarters at Adelgade 5, a former [[bailiff]] (Danish: ''foged'') house from the mid 18th century. The buildings are located in the oldest parts of the town, next to the pond of Lillesø. The Museum functions as an [[umbrella organisation]] for several museums in and around the town of Skanderborg, including Museet på Adelgade, Øm Kloster Museum, Museet på Gammel Rye Mølle, Ferskvandsmuseet and Skanderborg Bunkerne.<ref>[http://www.skanderborgmuseum.dk/ Skanderborg Museum] {{in lang|da}}</ref> Skanderborg Bunkerne is a [[World War II]] museum, fitted out in the abandoned German [[bunker]]s in Skanderborg Dyrehave. The German [[Luftwaffe]] built their Danish headquarters here and one of the bunkers later found use as the [[command centre]] for the [[civil defence]] agency during the [[Cold War]] era.<ref>[http://www.skanderborgmuseum.dk/Default.aspx?AreaID=11 Bunkers in and around the forest of Skanderborg] Skanderborg Museum {{in lang|da}}</ref> Øm Kloster Museum is located outside the town, at the old ruins of [[Øm Abbey]] on the northern brink of lake [[Mossø]]. Skanderborg Museum is the responsible organisation for [[archaeology]] and archiving of the [[cultural history]] within the municipality.<ref>[http://www.skanderborgmuseum.dk/Ark%C3%A6ologi-444.aspx Traces in the Landscape] Skanderborg Museum {{in lang|da}}</ref>

==Nature==
[[File:Skanderborg soe.jpg|thumb|right|Skanderborg Lake as seen from the northeast, with Kalvø and the remaining red brick castle church, once associated with Skanderborg Castle. The [[Fagus sylvatica|beech trees]] behind the church are the outskirts of Skanderborg Dyrehave.]]

===The deer park===
In the southern part of the town is the [[Medieval deer park|deer park]] of Skanderborg Dyrehave, located within Skanderborg Forest. The deer park was established around 1580 by King [[Frederick II of Denmark|Frederik II]] to facilitate his interest in hunting. The park area was fenced and [[roe deer]], [[red deer]], [[wild boar]]s and [[rabbit]]s were released. [[Pheasants]], [[Gray Partridge|gray partridge]] and [[turkey (bird)|turkey]]s were raised and pools and fishing ponds were dug.<ref>[http://www.skanderborgleksikon.dk/index.php/Skanderborg_Dyrehave Skanderborg Dyrehave] Skanderborg Leksikon {{in lang|da}}</ref>

===The lake===
Skanderborg Sø (English: ''Skanderborg Lake'') was created during the [[Weichselian glaciation|last ice age]] and formed from a melting block of ice left behind; a so-called [[kettle hole]]. The lake has an irregular shape divided into two larger lake-areas known as Hylke and Store Sø respectively, with a total surface area of 8.6 square kilometers. The lake has an average depth of 8 meters and up to 18.8 meters at the deepest spot. It holds approximately 49.3 million cubic meters of freshwater 23.5 meters above sea level<ref name=DAFC/><ref>[http://mossoen.dk/User_files/1ece7ca54a5ef93326d1e0f22a31f493.pdf Mossø and surrounding lakes] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140222135834/http://mossoen.dk/User_files/1ece7ca54a5ef93326d1e0f22a31f493.pdf |date=22 February 2014 }} [[National Survey and Cadastre of Denmark]] (KMS) 2012. Basic numbers. {{in lang|da}}</ref> and empties into [[Mossø]], by the short stream of Tåning Å in the west. There are a number of small isles in the lake; Kalvø, Æbelø, Sct. Thomas and Sct. Helene.<ref>[http://www.skanderborgleksikon.dk/index.php/Sct._Helene Sct. Helene] Skanderborg Leksikon {{in lang|da}}</ref>

==Transportation==
===Rail===
[[File:Skanderborg_Station.jpg|thumb|[[Skanderborg railway station]].]]Skanderborg is served by [[Skanderborg railway station]]. It is located on the [[Fredericia–Aarhus railway line|Fredericia–Aarhus]] and [[Skanderborg–Skjern railway line|Skanderborg–Skjern]] [[railway line]]s and offers direct [[InterCity]] services to [[Copenhagen]], [[Aarhus]], [[Aalborg]] and [[Frederikshavn]] and [[regional train]] services to [[Aarhus]], [[Fredericia]], [[Herning]], [[Silkeborg]] and [[Skjern, Denmark|Skjern]].

==Events==
Since 1980, the [[Skanderborg Festival]], an annual [[music festival]], has been held in August in Skanderborg Dyrehave.

Every summer in June, Skanderborg also hosts a musical festival targeted specifically for people suffering from [[arrested development]]. Organised by the institution of Sølund, it claims to be the largest festival in the world of its kind.<ref>[http://solundfestivalen.dk/ Sølund festivalen] Homepage for the festival {{in lang|da}}</ref>

==Notable people from Skanderborg==
[[File:Anne of Denmark-1605.jpg|140px|thumb|Anne of Denmark, 1605]]
[[File:Karl Andreas Koefoed.jpg|140px|thumb|KA Koefoed]]
[[File:Camille Jones.jpg|140px|thumb|Camille Jones, 2008]]

=== Public service and public thinking ===
* [[Morten Børup]] (1446 in Skanderborg – 1526) an educator, cathedral cantor and Latin poet.
* [[Anne of Denmark]] (1574 in Skanderborg Castle – 1619 in Hampton Court Palace) daughter of King [[Frederick II of Denmark]] and Queen consort by marriage to King [[James VI and I]].<ref>[http://www.skanderborgmuseum.dk/Skanderborg_Slot-703.aspx skanderborg Castle] Skanderborg Museum {{in lang|da}}</ref><ref>{{Cite EB1911|wstitle= Anne of Denmark | volume= 2 |last1= Yorke | first1= Philip Chesney |author1-link= | pages = 69–70 |short= 1}}</ref>
* [[Carl Andreas Koefoed]] (1855 in Skanderborg – 1948) an agronomist active in Russia
* [[C. F. Møller]] (1898 in Skanderborg – 1988) an architect and academic at [[Aarhus School of Architecture]]
* [[Peder Tuborgh]] (born 1963 in Skanderborg) the Chief Executive of [[Arla Foods]].

=== The arts ===
* [[Alma Fahlstrøm]] (1863 in Skanderborg – 1946) a Norwegian stage actress and theatre manager
* [[Holger Blom]] (1905 in Skanderborg - 1965), fashion designer.
* [[Ole Lund Kirkegaard]] (1940—1979) a Danish a teacher and writer of children's and youth literature; grew up in Skanderborg, the home of many of his characters
* [[Kirsten Lehfeldt]] (born Skanderborg 1952) award-winning actress, including the [[Robert Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role|Robert Award]] and [[Bodil Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role|Bodil Award]]<ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0499600/ IMDb Database] retrieved 31 May 2020</ref>
* [[Christina Åstrand]] (born Skanderborg, 1969) a Danish violinist, became leader of the [[Danish National Symphony Orchestra]] aged 22
* [[Camille Jones]] (born 1973 in Skanderborg) a Danish pop singer, songwriter and record producer
* [[Johannes Torpe]] (born 1973 in Skanderborg) a Danish designer, musician, producer and former creative director of Bang & Olufsen
* [[Jøden (rapper)|Jøden]] (born 1974 in Skanderborg) stage name of ''Michael Mühlebach Christiansen'', a [[Rapping|rapper]]
* [[Peter Sommer]] (born 1974 in Skanderborg) a Danish singer and songwriter
* [[Monika Pedersen]] (born 1978 in Skanderborg) a Danish singer with ''Sinphonia'' and the Norwegian gothic metal band [[Sirenia (band)|Sirenia]]
* [[Johanne Louise Schmidt]] (born 1983 in Skanderborg) a Danish stage and film actress <ref>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4826698/ IMDb Database] retrieved 31 May 2020</ref>

=== Sport ===
* [[Otto Wegener (sport shooter)|Otto Wegener]] (1881 in Skanderborg – 1938) a Danish sports shooter, competed at the [[1920 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Jens Jørn Mortensen]] (born 1927 in Skanderborg) a weightlifter, competed at the [[1952 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Willy Skibby]] (born 1942 in Skanderborg) a former cyclist, competed in the [[1976 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Amanda Sørensen]] (born 1985 in Skanderborg) a retired amateur BMX cyclist, competed at the [[2008 Summer Olympics]]
* [[Hanne Skak Jensen]] (born 1986 in Skanderborg) a Danish tennis player
* [[Claus Mogensen]] (born 1973), Danish [[handball]] player and coach and coach of the [[Faroe Islands women's national handball team]]
* [[Thomas Arnoldsen]] (born 2002), Danish Handball player

==Literature==
* Peter Abildgaard: ''Orla Frøsnapper boede da i Skanderborg'' {{in lang|da}}
* Jens Andersen: ''Ole Lund Kirkegaard: en livshistorie'' {{in lang|da}}

==References==
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==Sources==
* [[Brian Patrick McGuire]]: ''[https://books.google.com/books?id=RbiFrqWObFIC Conflict and Continuity at Øm Abbey]'', [[Museum Tusculanum Press]], 1976.
* [http://danmarkskirker.natmus.dk/aarhus/skanderborg-slotskirke/ Skanderborg Castle Chapel] The National Museum of Denmark. Danish text with English summary available (p. 6263).
* [http://danmarkskirker.natmus.dk/aarhus/kalvoe-kloster/ Kalvø Monastery] The National Museum of Denmark. {{in lang|da}}
* [http://danmarkskirker.natmus.dk/aarhus/ring-klosterkirke/ Ring Abbey] The National Museum of Denmark. {{in lang|da}}

==External links==
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* [http://www.fortidsmindeguide.dk/Skanderborg-Slot.ma010.0.html Skanderborg Castle] Denmarks Cultural Heritage association (J. Kock 1999). A map of the Castle as it were in 1668.
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20110829144948/http://www.skanderborg.dk/Languages/English.aspx Official municipality website]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20070527024549/http://www.nyskanderborg.dk/ Official website of NySkanderborg]

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