Best For
History enthusiasts and those seeking panoramic city views.
DK
Historical Landmark·Historic, Educational, Scenic
Standing as the iconic landmark of Vordingborg, the Goose Tower is the only fully intact part of King Valdemar Atterdag’s massive 14th-century castle complex. Built between 1362 and 1365, it once served as a royal residence and the administrative heart of the kingdom. Today, visitors can climb the tower to enjoy sweeping views of the city and surrounding landscape. The interior is equipped with posters and video animations that provide context on its medieval significance. Outside, the extensive castle ruins offer a peaceful setting for a walk, with optional iPad-guided tours available to help visualize the site's former glory.
Standing as the iconic landmark of Vordingborg, the Goose Tower is the only fully intact part of King Valdemar Atterdag’s massive 14th-century castle complex. Built between 1362 and 1365, it once served as a royal residence and the administrative heart of the kingdom. Today, visitors can climb the tower to enjoy sweeping views of the city and surrounding landscape. The interior is equipped with posters and video animations that provide context on its medieval significance. Outside, the extensive castle ruins offer a peaceful setting for a walk, with optional iPad-guided tours available to help visualize the site's former glory.
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Address
Slotsruinen 1, 4760 Vordingborg, Denmark
Websitedanmarksborgcenter.dk
Phone70 70 12 36
Hours
ClosedMon
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sun
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Highlights
Climb to the top for exceptional views of Vordingborg.
Explore the best-preserved medieval tower in Scandinavia.
Interactive iPad guided tours available for the castle ruins.
Informative video animations and posters inside the tower.
The last standing remnant of a 14th-century royal residence.
Occasion Tags
Tourists, Family, Solo, Locals
Reviews
4.4
Great310 reviews
Goose Tower in Vordingborg is highly regarded as a must-visit historical site, with reviewers frequently calling it the best-preserved medieval tower in Scandinavia. Visitors strongly recommend paying the entrance fee to climb to the top, noting that the panoramic views are well worth the effort. The site is praised for its educational value, featuring posters, video animations, and interactive iPad tours that bring the 14th-century history to life. Many enjoy walking through the surrounding castle ruins, describing the atmosphere as cozy and interesting. While some visitors spent over an hour using the guided technology, others found the ruins themselves impressive enough for a casual stroll. Overall, it is seen as a well-maintained landmark that offers a great mix of history and scenery.
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Location
Vordingborg, Denmark
