Princess Isabella runs to first stop on graduation vehicle
Translated from Danish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Princess Isabella of Denmark graduated from Øregård Gymnasium in Hellerup.
- She participated in the traditional studenterkørsel, running after the vehicle to its first stop.
- The royal family shared photos of the celebration, and Isabella will begin her military service in August.
Princess Isabella of Denmark marked the end of her high school education with a graduation ceremony from Øregård Gymnasium in Hellerup. The royal was celebrated by her parents, King Frederik and Queen Mary, and her brothers, Crown Prince Christian and Prince Vincent.
Following the graduation, Isabella joined her classmates for the traditional studenterkørsel, a celebratory parade where students ride on decorated trucks. In a special tradition for those who achieved top marks in their final exams, Isabella ran alongside the vehicle to its first stop. While the royal house has not disclosed her specific grades, the tradition suggests academic success.
The royal family shared images of the day, showing Isabella in a white dress before changing for the studenterkørsel. The celebration continued at Amalienborg Palace, where the King and Queen welcomed Isabella and her classmates into a private garden. Next, Princess Isabella is set to follow in her brother's footsteps by beginning 11 months of military service at the Gardehus Regiment in Slagelse this August.
Originally published by Berlingske in Danish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.