Royal Standard Raised at Frederik VIII’s Palace

At Queen Margrethe's residence, Christian IX's Palace, shortly after her abdication, the Royal Standard was taken down and the Flag of the Royal House was raised in its place, on Sunday, 14 January 2024.

King Carl XVI Gustaf Telegram to King Frederik X

King Carl XVI Gustaf congratulates King Frederik X in a telegram upon his accession to the throne on Sunday, 14 January 2024.

King Carl XVI Gustaf Telegram to Queen Margrethe II

King Carl XVI Gustaf at his desk in 2020.

King Carl XVI Gustaf sent a telegram to Queen Margrethe II ahead of her abdication on Sunday morning, 14 January 2024

Danish Royal Family on Frederik VIII’s Palace Balcony

Thousands gathered at Amalienborg to see King Frederik, Queen Mary and their four children appear on the balcony of their residence, Frederik VIII's Palace, on Sunday, 14 January 2024.

Official Photos From The Throne Room

See the official photos of King Frederik X's proclamation from the Throne Room at Christianborg Palace and the Hall of Knights at Frederik VIII's Palace.

Congratulating King Frederik X and Queen Mary

Wellwishers who want to congratulate King Frederik and Queen Mary can write their message on one of the congratulatory lists at the Yellow Palace.

More Details: Danish Throne Transfer Programme

More details for the programme when Queen Margrethe II hands over the Danish throne to her son, King Frederik X, on Sunday, 14 January 2024.

Queen Margrethe’s Last Hurrah

Queen Margrethe made her final emotional public appearance as she travelled in the Gold Coach on Thursday, 4 January 2024, to attend her final New Year's Levée.

Queen Margrethe II New Year Speech 2023

Queen Margrethe announces her abdication during this year's traditional New Year's Speech (Danish and English versions)

Prince Christian First Official Gala Portraits

Official gala portraits of Prince Christian were released for the first time on Tuesday, 17 October 2023, following his 18th Birthday Celebrations.