UTZON MUSEUM FREDENSBORG

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Cultural heritage in the heart of North Zealand

Discover the architecture, interior and unique atmosphere of the Fredensborghusene at the Utzon Museum Fredensborg.

The unique courtyard houses designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon (1918-2008) have long been a magnet for architecture enthusiasts. The museum  aims to promote the unique history of the houses. Here you can experience a visual narrative about architect Jørn Utzon, his philosophy and vision for his architecture and, not least, his understanding of the refined balance between community and privacy that is so characteristic of the  Fredensborghusene. The museum is located in the center building, which also houses a restaurant and communal rooms used by residents and guests on a daily basis. In other words, it is a living museum.

Film about the collective housing

Visit the Utzon Museum Fredensborg

Visit the Utzon Museum every thursday

The guides at the Utzon Museum Fredensborg are all residents who give lectures and open their homes to visitors.

  • Admission: DKK 50.00, including coffee/tea and cake
  • Children under 18 are admitted free of charge when accompanied by an adult
  • Books, photos postcards and souvenirs related to the buildings, descriptions of Jørn Utzon and drawings of his work are available for purchase.

The museum is open every Thursdagy from 13:00 t0 16:00 (except public holidays)

Lectures and guided tours for groups

The Utzon Museum holds lectures on the Fredensborghusene and guided tours of the courtyard and terraced houses.

  • Price per person DKK 100, including coffee/tea, homemade pastries and water
  • Duration: aprox. two hours
  • Lunch can be purchased separately by arrangement.

For group visits or questions, please contact the museum on weekdays between 10 a.m. and 12 noon on +45 4848 1202 or email museum@fredensborghusene.dk.

Temporary exhibitions

Utzon Museum Fredensborg has temporary exhibitions, including objects on loan from the Utzon Centre in Aalborg. In addition, the Utzon family, Danmarks Radion and the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts will be contribution lenders of materials and other items. Film screenings about Jørn Utzon and his architecture are also part of the programme.

Find your way to Utzon Museum Fredensborg

Utzon Museum Fredensborg is located in the central building of the Fredensborg complex.

Bakkedraget 43
3480 Fredensborg

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