We love life's celebrations at Bernstorff Castle - and birthdays are no exception. But who says birthdays have to be round to be celebrated? Whether the number on the birthday cake ends in 0 or not, it's cause for celebration. At Bernstorff Castle, the beautiful halls and green castle gardens provide an atmospheric backdrop for birthdays of all sizes and formats - from the intimate afternoon with loved ones to the festive evening with music, bubbles and laughter under the chandeliers. In this post, we offer our own suggestions for a birthday that can't necessarily be shared with 10.
Brunch with friends and family
There's something special about starting the day in good company. Imagine a well-laid table with freshly baked croissants, seasonal fruits, scrambled eggs from Danish hens, bacon and whatever else your heart - and stomach - desires. The sunlight streaming in through the large windows gives the room a calm, warm glow while conversations flow effortlessly around you.
In the bright and welcoming setting of Bernstorff Castle, there is room for laughter, small talk and those cozy moments when time stands still.
Whether you're just a few or many, we'll put together the menu and atmosphere to suit you and your day. Because a birthday - round or not - can start with sunshine and a long, delicious brunch at Slottet.
Book a table for company brunch and see the current menu here.
Brunch at a Castle - the perfect start to your birthday
Theme party in a historic setting
When the castle's atmospheric halls form the backdrop for a theme party, something very special is created. Here, play and creativity meet elegant surroundings, and the contrast between the historical and the imaginative makes the experience unforgettable.
Maybe you're dreaming of a glamorous evening in true Gatsby style with beads, feathers and swing music under the chandeliers. Or maybe you want to go all out with color, glitter and guilty pleasures at an 80s party where all the guests dance their way back in time. A cocktail evening with a DJ, signature drinks and dance floor is also a great choice for those looking for a more modern twist.
We provide the setting - you set the tone. With the option of decorations, costumes, music and a customized menu, you can shape the evening exactly as you like. A birthday party where personality and atmosphere merge and your guests have an experience they'll never forget.
Tradition or theme party - Bernstorff Castle can be the setting for both
Garden party under the treetops
When the summer sun is high and Slotshaven unfolds in all its lush splendor, a garden party under the open sky becomes something very special. Imagine long tables covered with white tablecloths in the middle of green trees, with the light filtering gently through the leaves and the air filled with the scent of flowers and laughter.
Cool drinks in glasses that fog up in the heat. Light, summery food served in the open air. Birdsong as a soundtrack and the elegant facade of the castle as a backdrop - all with the calm and aesthetics that characterize this historic oasis in the middle of the city.
A birthday party in the garden invites you to be close and relaxed - with room for a picnic atmosphere, speeches and dancing in the grass if the mood strikes. These are the kind of celebrations you remember. Not because they were big and loud, but because they were genuine, beautiful and in harmony with the surroundings.
At Bernstorff Castle, you can let nature provide the setting for a birthday that feels light, playful and adventurous - just like the best moments of summer.
Dinner and wine in perfect harmony
When you gather people around a well-set table for a party, it's often the interaction between food and wine that creates the special atmosphere. Not because it has to be formal, but because what is poured into the glass can highlight and enhance what is served on the plate. A well-chosen wine can elevate a dish, create new nuances and make the conversation flow a little easier.
At Bernstorff Castle, there is also the opportunity to go one step further. When the menu for a larger party is in place, we offer - in collaboration with Laudrup Vin - to help you find the right wines to match your evening. Not just from the Castle's wine list, but from Laudrup Vin's extensive range.
It's a special opportunity where both taste and atmosphere take center stage long before the guests sit down. A dinner with wine in beautiful symbiosis - and a party where nothing is left to chance.
In the videos below, we taste food from Bernstorff in symbiosis with wines from Laudrup Vin.
Birthday with room for everything
Whether you're planning a small celebration with your loved ones or a larger gathering, Bernstorff Castle offers the perfect setting. The castle's rooms offer both the intimate and the formal - and can set the scene for everything from an informal birthday brunch to a stylish dinner in festive company.
With space for over 100 guests, we offer flexible options that we adapt to your wishes and needs. Meals are tailored in collaboration with our head chef and our experienced staff will make sure the atmosphere suits the occasion - whether you prefer a bright room for a daytime celebration or an evening in historic surroundings with candlelight and beautifully set tables.
At Bernstorff Castle, there's room to make your birthday special - no matter how big you want to celebrate it.
Read more about birthday parties at the castle here.
Birthday parties at the castle are something special - whether they are round or not
