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Christian IV Monument – Founding of Glückstadt

Christian IV Monument – Founding of Glückstadt

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Christian IV Monument – Founding of Glückstadt

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Location: Glückstadt, Kreis Steinburg, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

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Andrea und Huskys 🐺

September 17, 2024

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As the eldest son of King Frederick II of Denmark and Norway, Christian IV was born on April 12, 1577 at Frederiksborg Castle. As his father's successor, he ruled from …

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Andrea und Huskys 🐺

September 17, 2024

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This memorial stone next to the town church commemorates the founding of Glückstadt (incidentally the only town in Schleswig-Holstein founded by a king) in 1617. The inscription under the royal "C4" signet reads: "Christian IV, King of Denmark, Duke of Holstein, founded Glückstadt on March 22, 1617."

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KuSch 🚲 🥾

June 5, 2022

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Very interesting urban planning of the Danish king

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Elevation 50 m

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Wednesday 10 June

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Location: Glückstadt, Kreis Steinburg, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

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