Not bad for an old girl!

Historic castle celebrating its 800th birthday with a party open to all


Dragsholm slot 800th birthday

Aug 16, 14:00-18:00; Dragsholm Allé, Hørve; free adm, register at info@dragsholm-slot.dk.; dragsholm-slot.dk

Old ladies usually keep silent about their age but this one doesn’t and there is a good reason – because how often do you turn 800?

Dragsholm Slot has survived through famines, wars and the rough Danish weather and is looking better than ever.

Come and enjoy an afternoon full of events for the family in the castle’s yard.
It’s free, but due to a limited number of spaces, it’s highly recommended you sign up. (LK)


Italian Market

(photo: istock)
(photo: istock)

 

Aug 15, 22 & 29; 10:00-16:00; Thorvaldsens Museum, Cph K; thorvaldsensmuseum.dk

If you didn’t make it to Italy this summer, fear not, it’s come to you! Find delicacies like cheeses for the foodies, hand-made bags, and bright jewels for the fashionistas. (GB)





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