Helsingør - Wikipedia
WEBHelsingør ( / ˌhɛlsɪŋˈɜːr / HEL-sing-UR, [3] [4] [5] Danish: [helse̝ŋˈøɐ̯ˀ]; Swedish: Helsingör ), classically known in English as Elsinore ( / ˈɛlsɪnɔːr, ˌɛlsɪˈnɔːr / EL-sin-or, -OR ), [6] is a coastal city in northeastern Denmark.
11 Top-Rated Attractions & Things to Do in Helsingor
WEBDec 27, 2023 · Less than 46 kilometers from the capital city of Copenhagen, Helsingor is primarily a busy ferry port. Countless Swedes make the trip across the short stretch of water from Helsingborg for cheap supplies and simply to enjoy a day out. Yet, this unassuming town has plenty of things to do.
A Simple Sightseeing Guide to Helsingor, Denmark
WEBJan 17, 2020 · Visit Helsingor and you’ll know you’ve left the big city behind, that’s for sure. Sometimes known in English as Elsinore, King Eric founded Helsingør back in the 1420s to tax foreign ships passing through the Øresund Strait.
Helsingør travel - Lonely Planet | Denmark, Europe
WEBHelsingør. Denmark, Europe. Fascinating Helsingør commands the narrowest point of the Øresund, the sound that separates Denmark from today's Sweden. In the 15th and 16th centuries the city became immensely wealthy by taxing shipping that had to pass this way between the Baltic Sea and the open ocean.
Helsingoer, Denmark: All You Must Know Before You Go (2024 ...
WEBJust an hour by train from capital Copenhagen, Helsingor basks on Denmark's North Riviera, surrounded by golden beaches and dense forest. The UNESCO-designated, Dutch Renaissance-style Kronborg Castle boasts the impressive claim of having provided the setting for Hamlet.
Explore Helsingør in a Day: Unveiling Hamlet's Castle & Hidden …
WEBMar 16, 2024 · Beyond Kronborg Castle, there are so many Helsingør hidden gems! Here’s everything you need to know for the perfect Helsingør day trip to one of the most beautiful towns in the country (for real, It’s like every cobblestone street should belong in a …
What to Do in Helsingor, Denmark | TravelAge West
WEBJun 20, 2015 · The waterfront town of Helsingor in Denmark is well worth a visit, from the imposing Kronborg Castle to the state-of-the-art Maritime Museum
Helsingør (Elsinore) City Guide – Travel to Denmark
WEBMar 7, 2023 · Perched on the far eastern shores of Denmark, Helsingør is a charming coastal town that should be on every traveler’s radar. With its rich history and easy-going atmosphere, this town offers a unique and unforgettable experience for visitors.
Helsingør - The Hidden North
WEBWelcome to the Hidden North. Things to See & Do. Here’s an overview of some of the best things to see and do in Helsingør. Kronborg Castle was the setting in Shakespeare’s Hamlet (Elsinore Castle) and is today a UNESCO World Heritage site. The oldest castle was built by King Erik of Pomerania in the 1420s but was rebuilt in the early 17th century.
Helsingor - Visit Denmark.net
WEBWelcome to Hamlet’s hometown, the idyllic Helsingor (or “Elsinore” as Shakespeare called it) in North Zealand. Visitors come to this city located 45 kilometers north of Copenhagen mainly for its royal jewel, the Kronborg Castle, the setting of William Shakespeare’s tragic play, Hamlet and the burial grounds for Denmark’s legendary ...
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