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6/01/2009 - 7/31/2009Viking Pageant
Frederikssund,
Denmark
Each summer, seemingly the entire population of Frederikssund north of Copenhagen don Viking costumes to re-enact scenes from history for this annual celebration of their Viking forefathers. Men and women, adults and children, all participate in this colourful event which includes dramatic re-enactions of battles, love stories and political plotting all played out on an open-air stage that is surrounded by a replica village and Viking market. Plays are performed in Danish but English transcripts are available and there are plenty of sword fights and battles to keep non-Danish speakers entertained. The pageant is thought to be the largest event of its kind and attracts visitors from all over the world.
Themes:
Theatre & Film
, Food & Drink
, Kids' Stuff
, Music
, History
, Exhibitions
Hours: Various; approximately 1000-2300 daily.
Cost: Various. Some events are free.
Where: Various venues in Frederikssund
Kalvoen
Frederikssund, Denmark
Getting there:
Road: The event takes place in an area of Frederikssund called Kalvoen. Signs are displayed throughout the duration of the event directing visitors to each area.
Contact Information:
Viking Pageant
Havnegade 5a
Frederikssund
3600
Denmark
Telephone: +45 4731 0685.
Email: info@vikingespil.dk
Website: www.vikingespil.dk
