Discover the living history of the manor house in Gammel Estrup
During the summer holidays, you can meet counts, chambermaids and peasants as Gammel Estrup – the Danish Manor House Museum – invites you on a journey back to the 18th century.

Summer holidays filled with historical experiences
Gammel Estrup invites you to a summer holiday brimming with life, play and history on Djursland. Here, you’ll gain an insight into life on a Danish manor house through activities that bring history to life for both children and adults.
During the summer, you can experience history at eye level, where the story is not just told – it is experienced, felt and played out. You move around in authentic surroundings where the past comes to life in the present.
Activities for the whole family
The summer holidays at Gammel Estrup offer a varied programme of activities that engage the whole family. The focus here is on bringing history to life through participation and curiosity.
Among other things, you can experience:
- Historical games and outdoor activities
- Insights into life on the manor
- Child-friendly experiences with plenty of scope for play and learning
- Vivid stories from the past
The activities vary throughout the summer, so there is something new to experience every time you visit.
Step into manor house life
Gammel Estrup is one of Denmark’s best-preserved manor houses, and the setting provides an authentic backdrop for the summer’s activities. Here you can explore both the main building and the grounds and gain an understanding of country life across several centuries.
The historic surroundings offer space for both contemplation and play, and you’ll have the chance to combine cultural history with a pleasant day outdoors.
Practical information
- Good parking facilities close to the site
- Access to outdoor areas and green spaces
- Family-friendly facilities
- Option to bring a packed lunch and spend time outdoors
- Toilet facilities on site
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Contact information
- Email: post@gammelestrup.dk
- Phone: +45 86 48 30 01
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