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Den Gamle Kro

The Old Inn

Easily one of the most attractive restaurants in the country, in a historical half-timbered building, built as an inn in 1863. French-inspired and serves traditional Danish food.

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Address: Overgade 23
Hours: Daily 11:00-23:00
Price: À la carte mains from 189 kr, 2-course menu 297 kr, 5-course menu 418 kr
Website: dengamlekro.eu (opens in a new tab)

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