Castles and manors
Perched in the landscape around Vejle are magnificent castles and manors with estates, forests and tree-lined avenues. Each has an exciting story to tell. They are open to the public during events.
Fairytale castles full of history
Do you feel inspired to explore and visit beautiful old castles, estates and manor houses? See the list here for your journey around the area.
Brandbjerg Manor
Visit the Brandbjerg Manor, which is beautifully situated with forest, park, lake and moat at Jelling above Grejsdalstien. Read about the history of the manor.
Engelsholm Castle
See the French-inspired Renaissance Castle of Engelsholm from the shores of Engelsholm Lake with forest and park. Read about the castle from the 16th century.
Haraldskær Manor
Haraldskær Hovedgård is beautifully situated in the valley of Vejle Å and hides many exciting stories from the past. Read about the area's nature and history.
Tirsbæk Castle
On the north side of Vejle Fjord the Tirsbæk Castle is beautifully situated with moat and renaissance garden. Read about the castle's exciting history.
The Keller institutions
Visit the Keller Institutions in Brejning and experience the nature and history of the place. Find more information here.
Ghosts of the past at the castles
Which castles and manor houses are said to be haunted? And what other ghost stories are hidden in the area’s churches and buildings? Read about the darker side of Vejle in the article below.
Plan your fairytale journey
Learn more about historic Vejle, the experiences in the area, and find inspiration and information below.
Last updated April 2026.