Denmark

Crown Prince Frederik inherits his father's French castle

Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark has inherited his deceased father’s castle in France, and it has become clear that Prince Joachim will not inherit any of his father’s properties. Prince Henrik had several properties when he died. The Prince and Queen Margrethe together owned the Château de Cayx, located in France. The castle was built in the 16th century and is located in the municipality of…
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Danish police launch an investigation following the death of Prince Henrik

Danish police have confirmed that they have launched a police investigation following Prince Henrik of Denmark’s death. The police in Copenhagen say that they are investigating a possible breach of confidence. This related to employees at Rigshospitalet who may have breached the duty of confidentiality in connection with the Prince’s admission to hospital on 9 February. Royal journalist and…
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Queen Margrethe releases statement following the death of her husband

Queen Margrethe of Denmark has released a statement following the death of her husband, Prince Henrik, in which she thanks people for their sympathies. In the statement, Her Majesty talks about how moving the occasion has been, and how the well-wishes of the Danish people have been thankfully received. In full, The Queen said: “For me and my family, it has been deeply moving to experience the…
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Prince Henrik's funeral takes place in Copenhagen

His Royal Highness Prince Henrik’s funeral has taken place in Copenhagen this morning. It was streamed lived on Denmark’s DR television channel. In accordance with His Royal Highness’s wishes, it was a private funeral with just close friends and family. Roughly 60…
Denmark

Prince Henrik's family, friends and pet dogs pay gather in remembrance ahead of Tuesday's funeral

Prince Henrik’s family, close friends and even his pet dogs gathered at Christiansborg Palace Church on Monday to remember the late Prince ahead of his funeral on Tuesday. Around 200 guests attended the service followed by a reception hosted by Crown Prince Frederik and Prince Joachim. Some of those present to remember Queen Margrethe’s husband included Countess Alexandra & her family, and…
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