Cannon salute
Royal tradition in the present
When the cannons thunder from the Flag Bastion at Kronborg Castle, it is marked with a powerful and traditional gesture: the cannon salute. For centuries, this military honor has been used to pay tribute to royalty and significant events in the royal family.
At Kronborg Castle, the salute is fired on special occasions such as royal birthdays, official births and deaths, and when Their Majesties board the Royal Yacht Dannebrog. The most ceremonial salute - the Great Royal Salute - consists of 27 shots. The number of shots fired varies depending on the occasion. The cannon salute can be experienced from the area around Kronborg Castle or with a regular day ticket to the castle. It's an experience that brings history to life and reminds you of Kronborg's importance as a royal and military landmark.