Lykkesholm Manor

Lykkesholm Manor is a historic estate near Humble on southern Funen. The manor is documented as early as 1457, giving it a long traceable history in the area. The current main building dates from 1800, reflecting later redevelopment of the older site. Today Lykkesholm is a private property with no access for visitors. You can, however, get a sense of the estate’s setting from the surrounding country roads as you pass nearby on your drive through this quieter part of Funen and the islands.

Lykkesholm Manor is mainly of interest if you enjoy noting historic estates as you travel. You cannot visit the grounds or interiors, but the stop may appeal if you are tracing local history around Humble or linking other churches and historic sites on this stretch of southern Funen.

A brief roadside look at a historic manor with roots in the 1400s, but no public access.

Planning your visit

How long to stay

Less than 15 minutes if viewing from nearby roads only.

Best time to visit

Daylight hours are best, as there is no public access and you will only see Lykkesholm Manor from surrounding roads and viewpoints while driving through the area.

Around here

Nearby on the Margueritruten

• Altarpiece - Tryggelev Church, Gitte Buch

  Attraction · 1.1 km

• Tryggelev Church

  Church · 1.1 km

• Art Tower No. 11

  Attraction · 1.7 km

• Fodslette Church

  Church · 2.0 km

• Passage grave chamber in Kinderballe

  Historic building · 2.3 km

• Nørreballe Inlet

  Park · 2.5 km

Frequently asked

Can I visit inside Lykkesholm Manor or walk in the grounds?

No. Lykkesholm Manor is a private property with no public access, so you cannot go inside the main building or walk in the grounds. You will need to view it from public roads or other publicly accessible areas nearby as you continue your drive around Humble and southern Funen.

Is Lykkesholm Manor worth a stop when driving near Humble on Funen?

Lykkesholm Manor is best seen as a very short stop, as there is no access to the house or grounds. It may still interest you if you like spotting historic estates from the road or are already exploring nearby churches and prehistoric sites, but on its own it is not a main destination.

How old is Lykkesholm Manor?

Lykkesholm is first mentioned in written sources in 1457, so the estate is documented from the mid-15th century. The present main building, however, dates from 1800, reflecting a later phase in the manor’s long history. You will only see the building from outside, as there is no public access.

Can I take photos of Lykkesholm Manor from the road?

You can usually take photos from public roads or other public areas near Lykkesholm Manor, as you would elsewhere in Denmark, provided you respect private property and do not enter any restricted areas. Since there is no public access, all views and photos will be from a distance rather than from within the grounds.

What can I combine with a short stop by Lykkesholm Manor?

If you are in the area anyway, you could combine a brief look at Lykkesholm Manor from the road with visits to nearby sites such as Tryggelev Church or the Passage grave chamber in Kinderballe. Those places offer accessible interiors or walks, making the overall detour more rewarding than the manor on its own.

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