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Autumn holiday at Arsenalet: Tin casting in historic surroundings

During the autumn holiday, the Arsenal in Frederiksværk opens its doors to a creative and historical experience, where both children and adults can try their hand at making tin soldiers.

Dates and times

12 OctoberMonday
11:00 AM–01:00 PM
13 OctoberTuesday
11:00 AM–01:00 PM
14 OctoberWednesday
11:00 AM–01:00 PM
15 OctoberThursday
11:00 AM–01:00 PM
16 OctoberFriday
11:00 AM–01:00 PM

Prices

Children under 18 yearsFree
Adults80 DKK
Making a tin soldier25 DKK
Autumn holiday at Arsenalet: Tin casting in historic surroundings
Frederiksværk, North Zealand
Events
Photo: Sarah Rønholt© VisitNordsjælland

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Torvet 18-20

3300 Frederiksværk

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Come and create your own unique tin soldier or cannon in the historic setting of the Arsenal!

Throughout the autumn holiday, children and adults alike can try their hand at tin casting and create miniature soldiers and cannons in the unique surroundings of the Arsenal.

Guided by skilled instructors, the activity is both educational and entertaining. It's a perfect family experience, where you create something tangible together and take home a small piece of history.

Join an exciting journey back in time to when bronze cannons were forged and the Arsenal served as a vital depot for the Royal Artillery Corps. The activity is suitable for children accompanied by an adult.

Practical information

  • Dates: 12–16 October, daily from 11:00–13:00
  • Note: An adult must accompany children
  • Address: The Arsenal, Torvet 18, 3300 Frederiksværk
  • Entry: Adults DKK 80 | Children under 18: Free
  • Tin soldier casting: DKK 25 per figure

A living tradition in historic surroundings

Gjethuset in Frederiksværk once housed a working cannon foundry that produced bronze cannons for the Danish military. Directly across the square, the Royal Artillery Corps maintained its arsenal. Today, visitors can explore this rich history up close — and even try their hand at the traditional craft

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