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The Fall of the Noble Family: Estrup Manor House

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Aarhus, Denmark
Moderate Activity Level
Minimum age 7 years
4.5 hours
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Scenic Drive: Embark on a scenic ride through the picturesque Danish countryside to Gammel Estrup Manor, one of Denmark's oldest estates, and get ready to discover the nation's rich aristocratic and rural heritage.

Gammel Estrup Manor Tour: Discover the Danish Manor & Estate Museum, a stunning 14th-century estate that reveals 600 years of history through its grand rooms and the stories of the Brock and Scheel families. Explore the servants' quarters to witness daily life at the manor and enjoy coffee or tea in the manor kitchen, where seasonal specialties are served by chefs in historical attire.

The Green Museum: Experience the history of Danish agriculture, forestry, hunting, and food at The Green Museum, featuring exhibits from life under the Scheel family's reign to displays about peasants’ daily struggles. Start with a brief introduction before wandering through the captivating displays at your own pace.

What’s Included:

  • Entrance fees to Gammel Estrup Manor and The Green Museum.
  • Guided tour of the manor and introduction to the museum.
  • Coffee or tea, with a seasonal specialty baked using historical recipes.

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Requirements & Restrictions: Minimum age – 7 years. Guests must be able to walk approximately 350 meters and negotiate 70 steps. Surfaces include cobbled streets, grass, gravel, and flat terrain.

What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes.

Good to Know: The tour may operate in reverse order, starting at The Green Museum. The tea break will take place in Gammel Estrup Manor’s kitchen, where the chefs wear historical attire. Ottilia, the "old" cook, will bake a seasonal local specialty. Examples include rhubarb tart in spring and summer, raspberry, apple, or pear cake during autumn.