CastleSkælskør

Borreby Castle

Borreby Castle

To be privately owned

Borreby Castle, a historical structure, is situated near the town of Skælskør on the island of Zealand in Denmark. It is an example of the architecture of its time and has a long history as a noble residence.

History+

The origins of Borreby date back to 1345, when a castle, owned by the Urne family, was first mentioned at this location. The current castle, which still stands today, was built in 1556 by Johan Friis.

Location+

Borreby Castle is located near Skælskør in the Slagelse district on the Danish island of Sjælland (Zealand). It lies at an elevation of approximately 7 meters above sea level.

On site+

Today, Borreby Castle is privately owned. It is a well-preserved example of historical architecture.

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