Egeskov Castle

16th century1554Denmark

CountryDenmark

RegionFunen

Period16th century

Year Built1554

About Egeskov Castle

The best-preserved moated Renaissance castle in Europe. Built on a foundation of oak piles driven into a lake - the name means Oak Forest. Contains 66 rooms and 200 windows. Has a remarkable collection of vintage cars.

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