Frederiksberg Palace

Frederiksberg Palace

Frederiksberg Palace, located in Frederiksberg, Denmark, was constructed during the period 1700-1735, serving as the royal family’s summer residence for a period up to the mid-1800s.

Since 1869 the palace has been used as the base of the Royal Danish Army Officers Academy.

The palace and adjacent Frederiksberg Palace Chapel contain imposing stucco work, ceiling paintings, an elegant marble bathroom with secret access staircase, and the Princesses' pancake kitchen, etc.

See also

* List of castles and palaces in Denmark
* Tourism in Denmark


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