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 Public Audience

Queen Margrethe II held her last public audience at Christianborg Palace on Monday, 8 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.

The Danish Throne Transfer Schedule

The details when Queen Margrethe II steps down from the throne followed by King Frederik's accession on Sunday, 14 January 2024.

Succession To The Danish Throne

The Danish Monarchy has existed for over 1,000 years which can be traced back to Gorm the Old who reigned from around 958 until he died in 958, and is among the oldest in the world.

Danish Royal Family Changes In Titles

There will be changes of titles within the Danish Royal Family following Queen Margrethe's abdication on Sunday, 14 January 2024.

Queen Margrethe Abdication: What Happens Next?

Queen Margrethe is the first Danish monarch to abdicate for the first time in nearly 900 years - an extraordinary and historic event. What will happen on 14 January 2024?

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 Vincent With Godfather King Felipe VI

Prince Vincent meets up with his godfather King Felipe VI on Monday, 6 November 2023, during the Spanish state visit.

Prince Christian 18th Birthday Celebrations On The Balcony

Prince Christian appeared on the balcony of Frederik VIII's Palace with Queen Margrethe and the Crown Prince Family on his 18th Birthday.