Hammershus

Denmark - Bornholm

Discover the grandeur of Northern Europe’s largest castle ruin and Bornholm’s top-rated attraction.

This place is perfect for igniting your imagination and experiencing the history of Bornholm. The fortress’s original construction dates back to the early 12th century when the Archbishop of Lund, who had acquired the island through a treaty with King Svend III Grathe of Denmark, built it to consolidate control.

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