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It is most likely that the term Kronjylland and kronjyde are due to the big Crown estates, i.e. estates owned by the Crown, the King. The term Kronjyde was first used by Danish poets about year 1750. Both Grundtvig and Hans Christian Andersen and especially Henrik Pontoppidan, who was born in Randers, used the term.

Today the term isn't used as often. It's replaced by Randers and the randrusians.

Clausholm Slot
The castle has a long and chequered history, which involves royal pride, undying love and tragic fate. Clausholm appears in official records in the early 1300s, when Grand Chancellor Count Conrad Reventlow built the main house as we see it today.

Fussingø Slot
Fussingø Slot is part of the well-preserved manor house complex mentioned as early as 1540 set in beautiful scenic surroundings, and is a popular place for a day out.

Støvringgaard Manor House
Støvringgaard Manor has been known since 1319. The building also contains a small church which is used for ordinary services. After a thorough restauration Støvringgaard is now a kind of shared living

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