King Frederik X and Queen Mary: Royal couple visits Schleswig-Holstein!

King Frederik X and Queen Mary: Royal couple visits Schleswig-Holstein!

It's hard to miss the anticipation of the first official visit of King Frederik X of Denmark and his wife Queen Mary. The two Highnesses are expected in Schleswig-Holstein on Tuesday, October 22nd. Your varied day will include the state capital Kiel, the historic Danewerk and the multicultural city of Flensburg and offers numerous opportunities to experience the royal couple up close.

The royal arrival will be at the state government guest house in Kiel at 11 a.m., where Prime Minister Daniel Günther will warmly welcome them. This will be followed by a visit to the energy conference at the GEOMAR Helmholtz Center. This will be an interesting opportunity for Frederik and Mary to find out about the latest developments in the field of renewable energy. At around 12.40pm the Royals will then walk from the guesthouse to the ferry pier at the Reventlou Bridge, providing an excellent opportunity for fans to catch a glimpse of them.

Visit the historical sites

The afternoon will take the royal couple to Danevirke, a significant historic site, where the King will break ground on a new Danevirke Museum building at 3 p.m. Visitors who would like to experience this special moment should arrive at the museum by 2:30 p.m. at the latest in order to secure seats in the viewing area. It should be noted that for safety reasons no backpacks or bags are allowed.

After the historical part of their visit, the royal couple will arrive at the Flensborghus in Flensburg at 4:15 p.m., where they will be received by the Danish minority. The arrival will involve the closure of Norderstrasse to the public and it is recommended to be there in good time to see the royal couple.

King Frederik X and his family

King Frederik, who was proclaimed king on January 14, 2024, belongs to the House of Glücksburg, which is deeply rooted in the history of Schleswig-Holstein. He is known for his down-to-earth and friendly approach to people. His wedding to his wife Mary Donaldson, whom he met at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, took place in Copenhagen in May 2004. The couple has four children: Christian, Isabella and twins Vincent and Josephine.

The program for the visit shows the commitment of the Danish royal family to maintaining close cultural and historical ties to Schleswig-Holstein. For those who cannot attend in person, the visit will be broadcast live on the Internet so that no one has to miss His Majesties' important moments. The preparations for this important event show the appreciation that the visit receives in both Denmark and Germany.

This visit is seen not only as Frederik X's inaugural trip, but also as a sign of friendship and exchange between the two countries, which share a long common history. For many supporters of the monarchy, this is an opportunity to see the King and Queen in action and share their enthusiasm for this storied institution.

Despite its long traditions, the Danish royal family has a modern face: Frederik has always supported important social issues and sustainable development, which will also come into play during this visit. Fans of the royal family can look forward to an exciting day that will further deepen the connection to Danish culture and history in Schleswig-Holstein.

For more information about the visit and the exact times you can see the royal couple, see current reports www.ndr.de recommended.