Since the 1200th century, Gram Slot has been a lighthouse in South and South Jutland. Despite ravaging wars and major historical upheavals, the castle and associated estates have been a power factor in the area for 800 years. In periods of good times and enterprising people at the castle, Gram Castle has been a rallying point and dynamo for strong development in the area - both business-wise and culturally.
It is our vision that Gram Slot should once again be a meeting point and a dynamo – for both business and culture. With the conversion of Gram and Nybøl Godser's 440 hectares of arable land into modern organic farming as the first step, we will focus on animal welfare and openness - and show that there is also economic sustainability in farming with respect for nature.
Gram Castle, with its red brick buildings, is a brilliant example of typical Danish manor house construction throughout the ages.
Since 2007, we have carried out a thorough restoration and renovation of the castle in accordance with the original craftsmanship methods and materials. And we are now so far that we have reached our goal of being able to open the castle to everyone.
Here is inspiration and space for all kinds of events – from guided tours and storytelling to four-evening meetings and courses, family parties and weddings.
The nature around Gram Slot has been described as a small piece of East Jutland that has been moved west. With Gram Å, the castle lake, the impressive castle park, Storskoven and the surrounding fields, the area is both unique and a piece of typical Danish nature. Here there is room for expression, regardless of whether you are hunting, fishing, hiking and canoeing - or if you just want a few peaceful days far away from the hectic everyday life of the city.
When we got the incredible opportunity to become owners of Gram Slot in 2007, it was the dream of creating a cultural and commercial beacon in the area and a shining example of sustainable organic farming that drove us.
It was the idea of a large and vibrant agriculture, run with respect for nature and a focus on animal welfare - and products of completely unique quality. It was the vision of how the restored castle should open its doors to events of all kinds, and inspire both artists, businesses and ordinary people. It was the idea that Gram Slot can accommodate us all, regardless of where we come from and regardless of what we want to take away from here.
Gram Castle is part of our shared history. We will make it part of our shared future.
Today our dream is reality. The work of reorganizing agriculture and restoring both the castle and the associated buildings has been – and still is – a huge and incredibly exciting task. We are far from finished, but we have come a long way, not least thanks to all the competent people who have chosen to support and help us.
The fact that we have come so far, that Gram Slot has now thrown its doors wide open, is the result of the work of an incredible number of people – and even more people's support and goodwill. That it is possible to excite so many people with the project makes us deeply grateful and only strengthens us in the fact that our dream has really come true. Also when we look into the future.
