WONDERFUL WONDERFUL COPENHAGEN: OUR LAST FEW DAYS

THE SUMMERHOUSE

We have just a few more days left in Denmark before leaving for Australia. Kirsten rang us to see if we would like to join her and Klaus for lunch at the summer house and we were invited to stay on for a couple of extra days although they would not be there themselves as they had a prior engagement in Sweden. Of course, we said, 'Yes please.'

About an hour's drive to Farevejle where the summer house is located, we were met on the lane to the summer house by Kirsten and Klaus. Soon we were having lunch on the pretty back patio area overlooking the ocean. The house and location is gorgeous. After lunch and chats, Kirsten drove us all to 'the mound' - Vejrhoj not far from the house. We walked to the top of the mound and took in the views all around. Delightful scenery and so peaceful. See below for photos taken here.

Before dinner we all took a walk along the beach. And then it was back to the house and Kirsten prepared a lovely dinner of roasted salmon and vegetables followed by raspberries and ice cream. Very nice indeed. We watched the beautiful sunset and took some photos We said goodbye to Kirsten and Klaus when they left mid evening and we hope they come and visit us in Australia one day. We decided to stay for an extra night as it is such a lovely peaceful location.

Sandy and Kirsten

Beautiful Sunsets

Almost Gone

Last One

We started the next day with a walk along the beach before breakfast.

Are my stone piles still there?

And then we took a drive to Dragsholm Castle. The Earl of Bothwell was kept prisoner here in the 15th Century until his death some five years later. He is buried in the Farevejle Church 4 km away from the castle. The castle is now a hotel. The Earl's ghost is said to haunt the castle. We had a walk around the large grounds here. On the way back we came upon a golf club and went there for coffee.

Haunted Dragsholm Castle

After two lovely tranquil days here we leave after breakfast, drive to rail station near Vaerlose and catch train into the city for our last look around. Here are two photographs below to remind us of our visit to the summerhouse.

Last look around the City

We started with a coffee and then a boat trip under the many bridges of Copenhagen. Good commentary passing most of the sights we had seen on previous trips but a few new ones such as the Opera House which is located alongside the water.

Copenhagen Opera House

Pretty Nyhavn where we boarded the boat

Amalienborg Palace - Home of Prince Frederick and Princess Mary
(Hope Mary has help with the housework)

Church of Our Saviour

Copenhagen Stock Exchange

On the boat trip

After the boat trip we had a wander down Stroget (The Straight) - shopping street, I bought a couple of knick knacks for my girls and a handbag which I lost before I used it even once, dddrrrhhhh. Then it was lunch in Torvehallerne, Copenhagen's street food marketplace. Our second visit, there are many food stalls inside the market halls and lots of seating inside or outside in the sunshine. Great variety to choose from. And inexpensive.

Inside one of the halls

Outside stalls and eating areas

We loved the city of Copenhagen, so much antiquity, we went three times but didn't see it all.

And then it was home by train from nearby Norreport Station. Just one more day and then we are homeward bound.

Last Full Day

Tidy up the house for the residents, pack suitcases, last washing and a bit of grocery shopping. Kirsten and Poul Erik arrived home this evening. We had a happy hour or two relating our holiday tales. We both very much enjoyed our holiday in each others' country.

A couple of photographs taken before we left for the airport