The Italian Garden

The Italian Garden

Gettrupvej 40

9550 Mariager

Phone: 98 55 50 69

Photo: VisitMariagerFjord

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Photo: VisitMariagerFjord

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The Italian Garden is privately owned by Benny, who lives and breathes for his beloved garden. Here you can find up to 500 different perennials, 500 rockery plants, 75 rhododendrons, 40 different water lilies, 40 azaleas, and alpine plants.

In The Italian Garden, you will also find large white sculptures, 5 large water basins with fountains, goldfish, and water lilies.

Diverse summer flowers and heavy sculptures adorn the garden.

There are guided tours in the rococo-style rooms of the main house, furnished with English, German, French, and Italian furniture. There are both new and old items, and several antique pieces.

Coffee is served in the garden, and there is a large dining room for 65 people where you can enjoy your own food. Guest toilets are available, and the garden is wheelchair accessible.

The Italian Garden is only open by appointment (1st May to 1st September). Admission is DKK 80, including a guided tour.

To visit the site, please call Benny Knudsen in advance at phone number 98 55 50 69.

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