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All ashore for A Boater’s Rendezvous with Copenhagen and The Royal Danish Yacht Club – Part 2 

by Kazaz · Published September 1, 2023 · Updated April 1, 2024

Estimated reading time: 8 minutes  –  ABR* – Picture this—you’re cruising through the salty air and cobblestone streets of Copenhagen , Denmark’s capital. There’s the fairy-tale allure of castles, the irresistible pull of mouthwatering Danish pastries, and that ineffable “Hygge” vibe that’s as cozy as your grandma’s knit sweaters. But what if I told you there’s a hidden nautical treasure?

The highlight of our visit to beautiful Copenhagen was finding a hidden gem—the legendary Royal Danish Yacht Club (RDYC), a place that’s steeped in maritime majesty. And here’s the kicker—you don’t need to be a card-carrying member to dine in their on-site restaurant. That’s right, landlubbers and seafarers alike can dine in royal splendor without being a member!

So if you’ve got saltwater in your veins and a hankering for adventures that come with a side of elegance, look no further. The Royal Danish Yacht Club isn’t just a pit stop; it’s an experience that you won’t soon forget. This is one nautical chapter you’ll want to add to your Copenhagen storybook.  

Rendezvous with the Royal Danish Yacht Club

After a quick twenty-minute cab ride from the heart of Copenhagen, the prestigious and storied Royal Danish Yacht Club pops into view. This institution is more than a place of sailing excellence and Denmark’s maritime heritage—it’s a symbol that floats like a proud pennant. You can almost feel the aura of centuries-old legacy and hear the whispers of countless nautical narratives. Recognized across the United States with twelve reciprocation club partners, the RDYC certainly isn’t an unknown quantity, either. Among their twelve club partners are the Annapolis Yacht Club, The Center Club, Stamford Yacht Club, Seattle Yacht Club,  St. Francis Yacht Club, and Chicago Yacht Club.

Established in the 18th century, the RDYC boasts a fascinating history that mirrors the evolution of sailing and yachting. Originally formed as a society of sailing enthusiasts, the club has evolved into a royal institution over time, garnering recognition and patronage from the monarchy. This regal association has only enhanced the club’s status, attracting distinguished members and elevating its prominence in the global yachting community.  

At the heart of the RDYC lies an insatiable passion for sailing. From helping greenhorns find their sea legs to offering veterans a chance to further hone their skills, the club has something for every sailor. Add to that a bustling calendar of yacht races and regattas, and you’ve got a maritime festival that never ends!

Beyond the thrill of the race, the RDYC is also big on charity and conservation. Beach clean-ups, sustainable sailing practices, and educational programs are just a few of the club’s endeavors to preserve the waters they cherish.  

The membership

The club counts Queen Margrethe Alexandrine Þorhildur Ingrid among its 2,500-strong membership. The club’s ties with the Royal Family and other Royal Yacht Clubs across Sweden and Norway underscore its stature.

The clubhouse serves as a hub for social gatherings and a center for yacht-related activities, strengthening the bonds between members and fostering a sense of camaraderie.

A state-of-the-art marina

The crown jewel of the RDYC is undoubtedly its state-of-the-art marina. It’s more than a safe harbor for boats–it’s a haven of elegance and functionality. The RDYC’s ethos of eco-friendliness is mirrored in its marina, making it a beacon of sustainability in the yachting community.

The marina, a feat of private ownership, stands tall amidst high-end waterfront condos and offices. I caught up with Jeff Beck, the harbor master, who confirmed that soon a couple of American vessels would be arriving. He also mentioned that visitors flying in can charter boats to experience the Danish waters—talk about a royal treat!

Fun fact: the Royal Family loves their summer trips around Copenhagen aboard their ship. Jeff said, “They do a trip around Copenhagen. So right now we’ve got them as well as the Norwegian royal ship. They have been here since yesterday, both of the ships, both the Danish Queen’s ship and the Norwegian King’s ship. They have never been together before—this is the first time they are sailing together.”

Curious about the boating season in Copenhagen, I asked Jeff, who told me that it starts on April 1 and ends on November 15. “What about the long, dark winters?” I queried. “Oh, there are some who brave the freezing weather,” he said, assuring me that the crystal-clear water on beautiful winter days makes it all worth it.  Apparently, the experience of super long nights belongs to the Arctic Circle region to their north, but not in Denmark. During the winter months, they have eight to nine hours of daylight, enough time to have pleasure-boating fun.

Finally, something else that piqued my curiosity—none of the boats sported registration numbers. Jeff explained that this historical quirk was due to everyone knowing each other’s boats, negating the need for such formalities. Privacy and tradition in one neat package—now that’s an idea that’s sure to make waves!

Talk about a truly private spot for yachts of all sizes! Jeff also shared his grand vision of building additional docks suitable for super yachts. When that is done, I am sure it will be a perfect visiting spot for them as well.

Promoting sustainability 

Furthering its commitment to sustainable practices, the RDYC has provided a few berths to RAND Boats , an electric boat company based in Copenhagen. As Jeff put it, “I wanted to promote more sustainability and more electric boating in the harbor…They are a pretty active group and bring a lot of energy to the harbor.”

The idea is simple yet ingenious—become a member of RAND’s boat club, book a boat for a few hours or every day, and enjoy the thrill of boating without any ecological guilt. Known for their innovative sports boats, RAND Boats offers electric and gas-powered options in the U.S. , as well.

In a delightful deviation from the norm, the yacht club’s restaurant, Club Royal, is open to the public. Now everyone can dine in style and soak in the great views of the marina.

As we discussed in Part 1 of this post , the Little Mermaid statue is an iconic symbol of Copenhagen. Interestingly, the RDYC has a smaller version of it in their clubhouse, keeping an eye on their many trophies. Sadly, even this little mermaid (pun intended) has been battered by thieves trying to steal her. Thanks to the rock that she is perched upon—and bolted to—they failed in their efforts.

One of the standout boats at the marina was a navy-colored sailboat named DROMME | SIGTE . Preparing to sail across the globe, this vessel will soon be the seafaring home for two adventurous Danish women in their mid-twenties. They departed soon after our visit. Their goal? To explore the wildest dive sites on earth. Here’s to grand adventures and brave hearts!

Jeff himself is no stranger to the allure of the ocean. When asked what boat ownership means to him, he responded with a heartfelt, “Freedom and especially family time. When we are on the water, we just have a great time as a family. It is because it’s a small space and you just get closer. We just have the best quality time when we are on the water as a family.”

This statement to me encapsulates the Danish concept of ‘Hygge,’ a unique cultural term that signifies a sense of comfort, coziness, and well-being derived from enjoying the simple things in life, like spending quality time with family and friends. On that note, the Royal Danish Yacht Club is more than just a place for yachting and socializing; in its own way, it’s a hub of ‘ Hygge ’—a sanctuary for sustainable sailing and meaningful connections.

The clubs’s influence extends beyond the water 

The Royal Danish Yacht Club’s influence extends beyond the water, with the club serving as an essential cultural institution that celebrates maritime heritage through curated exhibits, art installations, and lectures. The clubhouse’s maritime library is a treasure trove of nautical literature, chronicling the voyages of legendary sailors and the history of sailing traditions worldwide. This dedication to preserving and sharing maritime knowledge fosters a sense of appreciation for the sea’s timeless allure and the legacy of those who have sailed before.

Membership in the RDYC is a privilege cherished by many, and the camaraderie among its members forms the foundation of the club’s enduring spirit. The club’s exclusive events, member gatherings, and galas allow sailors and boat enthusiasts to forge lasting friendships while exchanging tales of seafaring adventures. This sense of belonging fosters a genuine sense of community, uniting individuals from various walks of life under the banner of a shared love for the sea.

With its historical significance, dedication to sailing excellence, and commitment to fostering maritime culture, the RDYC is well-positioned to continue to inspire generations of sailors to navigate the waters with the same passion and grace that has defined this illustrious institution for centuries. I am told that whether one is a seasoned sailor or a newcomer to the sport, the RDYC opens its doors and its heart to all who seek to explore the endless horizon of the sea.

RDYC is more than just a club; it’s a sanctuary for anyone who hears the siren song of the sea. Whether you’ve dined on gourmet fare at their open-to-all restaurant or simply peeked into the marina, gazing in awe at the gleaming yachts, you’ll walk away with a newfound respect for Copenhagen’s seafaring soul and a treasure trove of memories.

So, there you have it, fellow adventurers—our nautical journey comes to an end, but only for now. After all, the sea is a realm of endless horizons and limitless possibilities. If Copenhagen’s Royal Danish Yacht Club has taught us anything, it’s that the joy of sailing isn’t reserved for the chosen few; it’s a boundless pleasure, an invitation to explore, and a timeless tradition that beckons to all of us. 

Well, that’s it for now. Stay well. I hope to say hello to you if you spot my boat, Life’s AOK, in one of the locations that I’m hoping to visit in 2023.

I bid you Fair Winds and Following Seas.

Cover photo: The Royal Danish Yacht Club. Photo courtesy of KDY .

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Kongelig Dansk Yachtklub

Kongelig Dansk Yachtklub blev oprindeligt grundlagt i 1866 under navnet Dansk Forening for Lystsejlads.

Men i forbindelse med klubbens 25 års jubilæum i 1891 gav Kong Christian IX’s tilladelse til at benytte navnet Kongelig Dansk Yachtklub.

I dag hører foreningen til i et imponerende klubhus på Tuborghavn. Klubhuset er tegnet af Arkitekt Thomas Scheel fra Vilhelm Lauritzen Tegnestue og det blev indviet i 2007.

Sammen med Carlsberg Ejendomme, Vilhelm Lauritzen A/S og Cowi Consult har Kongelig Dansk Yachtklub været med til at anlægge lystbådehavnen i Hellerup, som stadig er under udvikling. Målet er at anlægge Danmarks bedste og mest moderne lystbådehavn i attraktive omgivelser.

Ud over at fungere som klubhuset for yachtklubbens medlemmer og administrationskontor tilbydet klubhuset også en restaurant - Club Royal – der er åben for alle.

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From 3 February 2023 to 18 February 2024

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The Royal Danish Collection invites visitors to Koldinghus abord the Royal Yacht Dannebrog. The exhibition, which gives an impression of life on board for both the Royal Family and the ship’s crew, is set in the four-storey 800-m2 Ruin Hall at Koldinghus.

The Royal Yacht Dannebrog was built in 1931–1932 and serves as the official and private residence for HM The Queen and other members of the Royal Family on summer cruises in home waters or state visits overseas. During cruises, the Royal Yacht also takes part in surveillance, sea rescue operations and training of future naval officers.

The Royal Yacht is more than a ship that forms the setting of the Royal Family’s life at sea and carries them on voyages to meet the Danes. It is a floating palace that serves as a royal residence, a personal home, a training ship and a workplace.

Expanding over the multiple levels of the Ruin Hall, the exhibition gives visitors a sense of being on board the ship itself in a setting of canvas, deck chairs and lifebelts with a view of the approach through the coastal inlet Kolding Fjord and accompanied by the sound of the engine mixed with the voices of the sailors and the cries of seagulls on the upper decks.

Photo: When Queen Margrethe took over the Royal Yacht in 1972, it also came to serve as a holiday home to the young Royal Family. Crown Prince Frederik and Prince Joachim joined their parents on the summer cruises and became accustomed to life at sea. Photograph from 1973. Photographer: unknown

The exhibition presents a wide range of objects associated with the Royal Yacht, including The Queen’s embroidered cushions for the ship, watercolours painted by Her Majesty on board, sailor suits worn by HRH The Crown Prince and HRH Prince Joachim in the 1970s and the spray nozzle that Frederik IX used for his morning shower on the quarterdeck. The story of life on board over three generations is told through the Royal Family’s private films and photographs.

The exhibition is a revised and expanded presentation of the exhibition ‘THE ROYAL YACHT DANNEBROG’, which was shown at M/S Maritime Museum of Denmark in 2022.

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In Copenhagen there was a reunion with the referees Jens Villumsen (IJ, DEN), who were also active in Warnemünde, and Karl Petter Haugen (IJ, NOR), who chaired the jury here.

Jörn-Christoph Jansen used the day off to visit the Royal Danish Yacht Club (KDY). Together with Sven Solgaard Andersen, who was also part of the Yngling Worlds jury team and a member of KDY, we went to Denmark's largest and oldest sailing club with its headquarters in Tuborg Havnepark, Hellerup (Copenhagen). Peter Lübeck was already waiting there Warnemünder Woche Already active race leader (IRO, DEN) and member of the KDY in 2022 and 2023.

On the occasion of the club's 25th anniversary in 1891, King Christian IX. the club the right to call itself 'Kongelig Dansk Yacht Club' in the future. From 1891 and the name change, the previously used white club stand with three red stars gave way to the new stand with a royal crown over three yellow stars. Today the Kongelig Dansk Yacht Club has around 2.200 members. 

Peter Rud Gylden from KYD led the discussion after a warm welcome and exchange Warnemünder Woche, club activities and the ongoing Yngling World Championship through the new clubhouse in Tuborg Harbor, which was only inaugurated by Queen Margrethe II in 2007. The poster for the 86th edition was then created by Peter Lübeck and Jörn-Christoph Jansen. Warnemünder Woche Hanged in the entrance area of ​​the KDY in 2024. A smaller second poster adorns the office of the traditional club. 

The KDY will be the Warnemünder Woche with a race committee led by Peter Lübeck in the future and expand this cooperation. In 2024, among other things, the KDY is planning to take over a 29er regatta course. Peter Lübeck and Jörn-Christoph Jansen already know each other from the world championships for H-boats in Struer and the Zoom8 at Yachtklubben Furesøen. The Zoom8 will compete in their world championship in 2024 Warnemünder Woche kommen.

“In addition to the experience that the KDY has in the Warnemünder Woche “We want to use the cooperation for a German-Danish exchange of race officials,” said Jörn-Christoph Jansen, who is also part of the organizing team Warnemünder Woche is, in conclusion. 

Text + photos: Dr. Jörn-Christoph Jansen 

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The Royal Danish Yacht Club is home to the Danish Association of Yachters, founded in 1866. In 2007, the new clubhouse opened in Tuborg Harbour.  With its soft expression inspired by the shapes of the boats and the flowing character of the water, the building forms an integrated part of the harbour architecture in the form of a strong aesthetic with clear references to the maritime setting.  

Tuborg Harbour is a contemporary district with a mix of housing, offices and recreational activities. Whereas the commercial buildings are large, solitary domiciles and the housing features elongated, horizontal buildings.

A common trait is their precise appearance, simple geometry and the average height of five to six storeys.

The Royal Danish Yacht Club enjoys a central location with an extensive water view encircled by a system of walkways, steps and ramps, which convey the transition between the city and the harbour. 

The clubhouse is the harbour headquarters, and at just 1,000 square metres it is of a different scale than the rest of the buildings. The main architectural feature is the folded roof. It closes the building from the residential area to the south, but opens it up towards the harbour and the stunning views of Øresund. 

 With its angled fan shape, the clubhouse divides the harbour into two sections. The angled effect and the northern orientation ensure that the public restaurant offers views of the harbour through floor-to-ceiling windows. The west- and south-facing patios bathe in the late afternoon sun. 

 The fan form creates ideal shade from the southern sun and only cuts the form where entrances are needed. As you arrive through the entrance of the closed southern facade, the design offers a full view of the harbour and a peek at the sea.

 Built and covered in robust materials such as roofing felt, painted steel, glass and timber, the building is  designed to weather in the sunlight. The ‘shell’ is clad with black roofing felt with no indication of joints or  drainage. The white-painted steel profile frames the building with reference to the white-painted steel hulls of big ships. Inside, the form is wood lined similar to wooden boat decks and fittings.

‘The house gives you a sense of being on the water. In the middle of a transition between city and harbour.’

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Tuborg Harbour and Canal are the main elements in VLA’s master plan for Tuborg South.

KDY Yachting Marina is placed as the central element in the harbour with a fantastic view over the entire harbour, the canal and Oresund. The central placement of the club house also divides the harbour into two basins.

The club house’s main architectural characteristic is the large folding roof that closes the building off towards the housing area in the south but opens out towards the harbour and the beautiful view of Oresund.

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The Royal Danish Yacht Club (RDYC) was founded in 1866 and was originally named the Danish Association for Pleasure Sailing (Dansk Forening for Lystsejlads). The Club works to promote sailing in Denmark and to support its members in their favourite sport.

The first clubhouse was built in 1884 at Pinneberg’s Ravelin on the Langelinie site facing the Copenhagen waterfront. For the first 15 years, the Club rented the house from De Forenede Bryggerier (the United Breweries of Denmark), and the building was replaced by Fritz Koch’s new and bigger pavilion in 1903.

Since World War II, there has hardly been any sailing activity from Langelinie, but the Club still has its beautiful premises and Secretariat on this address; now in Eva & Nils Koppel’s Langelinie Pavillon that was inaugurated in 1958.

Her Majesty the Queen of Denmark Margrethe II inaugurated the new Club House in Tuborg Harbor on the 12th of June 2007. The new clubhouse is built in connection to the new marina in Tuborg, which is also operated by RDYC. The area was until few years ago the headquarter for the world-famous Tuborg brewery.

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Inside the two palaces King Frederik X and Queen Mary of Denmark call home

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This week, King Frederik X and Queen Mary marked a new first since the change of throne in January.

The Danish King and Queen moved into their official residence in Copenhagen, Frederik VIII's Palace's at Amalienborg, where they will now live during the cooler months through until next year.

The royal couple, and their four children, had been living north of the capital at Frendensborg Palace, which underwent a number of changes following Queen Margrethe II's abdication in January.

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King Frederik and Queen Mary have a number of official residences they can use but they predominately split their time between two main historic and fairytale-like palaces.

Frederik VIII's Palace, Amalienborg

On September 26, Frederik and Mary, and their children, moved into Frederik VIII's Palace, Amalienborg, for the first time as King and Queen.

King Frederik, Queen Mary live inside Frederik VIII's Palace along with their children Crown Prince Christian , 18, Princess Isabella, 17, and twins Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine, 13.

This time, Crown Prince Christian won't be joining his family at Amalienborg as he is currently in East Africa on an extended stay until December .

Frederik VIII's Palace – originally known as Brockdorff's Palace – is the royal couple's private residence with administrative and ceremonial functions.

It is one of the four palaces that make up Amalienborg, a grand complex in the heart of Copenhagen.

The complex is the official home of the Danish royal family in the capital during the wintertime and the most recognisable of all the royal residences.

The four identical palaces were once the home of prominent nobles until they were taken over by the royal family in 1794 when their main residence, Christiansborg Palace, was extensively damaged by fire.

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While it's hard to distinguish the four palaces from each other, King Frederik and Queen Mary's home is the only one with a clock on its exterior.

The palace was built in 1750-60 and was later home to King Frederik's beloved grandmother, Queen Ingrid, until her death in 2000.

The then-Crown Prince family moved in after an extensive renovation and modernisation in 2010, which had begun in 2004 around the time of the royal wedding .

The interior and exterior restorations and renovations were carried out by Arkitema and architecture firm Erik Einar Holms Tegnestue, along with input from Frederik and Mary, the Danish Palaces and Properties Agency and the City of Copenhagen.

"We succeeded in transforming the palace into a modern home with functional working spaces that integrate contemporary functions without damaging the building historic features," Arkitema said following the completion of the works.

The flooring included bespoke pinewood planks by Dinesen that match the historical floors, of the late French Empire Rococo style of the 1800s, both in appearance and quality.

Frederik and Mary chose 10 Danish contemporary artists for the inside decorations, which can be seen in the background when the royal couple hosts events, and meetings, inside their home.

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When the palace was briefly open to the public before the family moved in, the queues to go inside and have a look were among the biggest the city had seen in a long time.

The palaces of Amalienborg are the main spots to see the royals when they are in Copenhagen as they appear on the balconies for important events.

After the proclamation on January 14, King Frederik and Queen Mary and their children appeared on the balcony of Frederik VIII's Palace . Months later, they returned to the balcony for the King's birthday (May 25).

It's also possible to see members of the royal family as they come and go, particularly when they attend events at Amalienborg's other main palace, Christian VII's Palace.

Christian VII's Palace is where the first of the three annual New Year's galas are held (the first being the most important, requiring tiaras) and it was also where then-Crown Princess Mary and then-Crown Prince Frederik appeared on the balcony together as husband and wife following their royal wedding because Frederik VIII's Palace was being renovated.

9Honey's Natalie Oliveri was able to tour the palace during a rare opening in 2023 and got to stand on the other side of that balcony in the same room where Mary and Frederik had their official wedding photographs.

Chancellery House, Fredensborg

Just over an hour north on one of Copenhagen's regional trains is Frendensborg Palace, which is often described as Denmark's Versailles.

The white palace sits within a forest of green trees and flowers and is a must-see.

While the palace is open to the public for just one month, its grounds are free to explore all year around and there are many walking trails around the site including a path that takes visitors to the back of the building where many royal events have taken place over the years.

Then-Crown Princess Mary and then-Crown Prince Frederik's evening wedding reception was held inside Fredensborg Palace when Queen Margrethe II praised Mary for having "shown the courage to place her future life in Denmark – may we always be worthy of her trust".

King Frederik and Queen Mary live in the Chancellery House, which is attached to Fredensborg Palace, in the summer months.

The building is connected to the main palace via the stables and the chapel and frames the eastern part of the complex.

Chancellery House was the first marital home for Mary and Frederik and remained their main residence until renovations at Frederik VIII's Palace were complete.

Built in 1731, the building was constructed for the King's ministers and government officials, hence its name.

The Chancellery House's architecture and interiors are in Baroque style with references to the French régence style. Details from the original building remain including stucco ceilings in régence style, panelled doors with decorative fittings in wrought iron, high wall panels and painted canvas wallpaper in Chinese style.

Queen Ingrid also lived at the Chancellery House until her death.

King Frederik and Queen Mary use the Chancellery House as their residence in the summertime and during extended stays at Fredensborg.

Following the change of throne in January, a number of changes were made to Chancellery House to reflect the new monarch.

King Frederik's cypher was added to the guards' stations outside Fredensborg in May soon before the royal couple took up residency for the summer.

And in August, Queen Mary gave the public a rare glimpse of a new annex to the residence which had been recently renovated.

The photo showed Mary hosting a meeting, seated a a table used from recycled wood inside a room decorated in the minimalist Scandinavian style.

Along with Amalienborg and Fredensborg, the royal family also stay at Graasten Palace, Marselisborg Palace, the royal yacht Dannebrog and the Château de Cayx in the south of France.

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Wedding of princess theodora of greece.

Royal Guests and Relatives have gathered in Athens to celebrate the long-awaited Wedding of Princess Theodora of Greece and Denmark and Matthew Kumar at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens on September 28th, following a Dinner at the Byzantine and Christian Museum in Athens .

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Following the arrival of the Royal Guests and Relatives, Princess Theodora of Greece and Denmark arrived at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens with her elder brother, Crown Prince Pavlos of Greece .

Princess Theodora of Greece and Denmark married Matthew Kumar in an Orthodox Ceremony led by the Metropolitan Dorotheos II of Syros at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens, where her parents, King Constantine II of Greece and Princess Anne-Marie of Denmark , got married 60 years ago .

Princess Theodora wore the heirloom Khedive of Egypt Tiara along with Crown Princess Margareta’s Diamond Earrings and a Bracelet made of Queen Alexandrine’s Diamond Sautoir . The Tiara was a Gift to  Crown Princess Margareta of Sweden , which was inherited by her only daughter,  Queen Ingrid of Denmark , and has been worn as a Bridal Tiara by all her female descendants alongside Crown Princess Margareta ’s Irish lace veil.

Princess Theodora and Crown Prince Pavlos

Queen Anne-Marie of Greece (wearing her Diamond Cross and Diamond Earrings ) and Prince Nikolaos

Crown Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece with Prince Constantine Alexios , Prince Achileas-Andreas , Prince Odysseus-Kimon, and Prince Aristidis-Stavros

  Princess Alexia (wearing Queen Anne Marie’s Modern Diamond Necklace ) and Carlos Morales Quintana  with their Family

Prince Philippos  and  Princess Nina

Queen Sofia of Spain  ( aunt , wearing her Diamond Bow Brooch with her Wedding Necklace and Earrings ) with Infanta Elena  and  Infanta Cristina and grandchildren

Princess Benedikte of Denmark ( aunt ) with Princess Alexandra of Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg  (wearing a   Diamond Floral Brooch ) and  Count Michael Ahlefeldt-Laurvig-Bille

The  Prince  with  Princess of Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg

Crown Prince Alexander and Crown Princess Katherine of Serbia

  Hereditary Princess Ekaterina of Hanover with Prince Christian and Princess Alessandra of Hanover and Chantal Hochuli

Marina Karella, Princess Michael of Greece with the Duke and  Duchess of Aosta  

Princess Tatiana Radziwiłł

Royal Guests and Relatives from around the world attended the  Wedding Ball  of King Constantine II of Greece and Princess Anne Marie of Denmark  (wearing the  Greek Emerald Parure )  at the Royal Palace of Athens , with the Guests processing down the iconic stairs of the Royal Palace of Athens.

Eight Kings and Eleven Queens led the  Royal Guests and Relatives from around the world at the  Wedding of King Constantine II of Greece and Princess Anne-Marie of Denmark  at the Metropolitan Cathedral in Athens . 

Royal Guests and Relatives  gathered in Athens for a Dinner at the Byzantine and Christian Museum in Athens hosted by Queen Anne-Marie of Greece , along with Princess Theodora and Matthew Kumar.

On the eve of the wedding, the couple host a welcome dinner with live music in honour of the 250 special guests at the Byzantine and Christian Museum of Athens, one of the most beautiful museums in the world, with its magnificent gardens, an oasis in the heart of the city.

Princess Theodora and Matthew Kumar

Queen Anne-Marie of Greece and Prince Nikolaos

Crown Prince Pavlos and Crown Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece with Prince Constantine Alexios , Princess Maria Olympia , Prince Achileas-Andreas , Prince Odysseus-Kimon, and Prince Aristidis-Stavros

  Princess Alexia and Carlos Morales Quintana  with their Family

Queen Sofia of Spain  ( aunt ) and  Princess Irene of Greece  ( aunt ) with Infanta Elena  and  Infanta Cristina

Princess Benedikte of Denmark ( aunt )

Princess Alexandra of Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg  and  Count Michael Ahlefeldt-Laurvig-Bille

Prince Christian and Princess Alessandra of Hanover

Earlier in the day, the Greek Royal Family joined Princess Theodora and Matthew Kumar for the Final Wedding Rehearsal at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens.

The  Wedding of King Constantine II of Greece and Princess Anne-Marie of Denmark  was celebrated with two weeks of  Ceremonies and Banquets in Copenhagen and Athens  on this day in 1964, 60 years ago .

Ahead of the Wedding, celebrations began with a  Gala Performance  for King Constantine and Princess Anne-Marie  (wearing the  Antique Corsage Tiara ) at the  Royal Opera House in Copenhagen, followed by a Banquet at Christiansborg Palace , with the Danish Royal Family led by  King Frederik IX  and  Queen Ingrid  (in the  Danish Emerald Parure ), with  Crown Princess Margrethe  (wearing the  Alexandrine Drop Tiara ) and  Princess Benedikte  (in the  Diamond Floral Tiara ).

There was also a  Farewell Banquet  hosted by King Frederik IX and Queen Ingrid of Denmark  (in the  Pearl Poiré Tiara  and the  Crown Diamond Parure ) for King Constantine and Princess Anne-Marie (wearing the  Antique Corsage Tiara )   at Fredensborg Palace .

The Greek Royal Family received  King Frederik IX  and  Queen Ingrid ,  Crown Princess Margrethe ,  Princess Benedikte , and  Princess Anne Marie  as they alighted from the Royal Yacht Dannebrog.

King Constantine and Princess Anne-Marie (wearing the  Greek Emerald Parure ) posed for their  First Official Portraits at the Royal Palace of Athens .

King Constantine II and the Greek Royal Family also  greeted Royal Guests and Relatives at the Airport as they arrived in Athens .

That evening, a  Dinner and Reception  offered by the Greek Government and Prime Minister Georgios Papandreou  in honour of King Constantine and Princess Anne-Marie (wearing the  Greek Ruby Parure  for the first time) at the Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens. King Frederik IX, Queen Ingrid (in the  Pearl Poiré Tiara ), Queen Frederica (wearing  Queen Sophie’s Diamond Tiara ), and Princess Irene (in  Queen Sophie’s Diamond Circle Tiara ) were also in attendance.

Eight Kings and Eleven Queens led the  Royal Guests and Relatives from around the world at the  Wedding of King Constantine II of Greece and Princess Anne-Marie of Denmark  at the Metropolitan Cathedral in Athens .

The historic  Greek Emerald Parure  and  Greek Ruby Parure  were among the  Wedding Gifts received by King Constantine II of Greece and Princess Anne-Marie of Denmark  which went on display at the Tatoi Palace outside Athens.

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