Queen Margrethe II: Interesting Facts About Ashtray Queen  

Denmark's Queen Margrethe II formally stepped down from the throne during a Council of State at Christiansborg Palace on Sunday 

In her 52 years of reign, Margrethe has been known for her extraordinary things and habits. Take a look!

The first female Danish sovereign

Did you know Margrethe is the first female Danish sovereign since Queen Margrethe I, who ruled in the 14th century?

A passionate painter

Queen Margrethe II is known for her extraordinary artistic skills and has a very deep passion for painting.

A polyglot

Margrethe, 83, is fluent in multiple languages, including Danish, English, German, and French.

A fashionista

The fashion-forward queen is a costume designer and has designed costumes for her and various plays.

Ashtray Queen

Due to her excessive smoking, the queen has earned the nickname "Ashtray Queen."

Not just a Queen!

In her life, she has also worked as a scenographer and Tolkien illustrator.

An environment advocate

Queen Margrethe II has been a strong advocate of environmental conservation and climate change.

A writer and illustrator

The monarch of Denmark has illustrated numerous books, including novels and children's books.