Canute VI of Denmark
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Canute IV (1163-1202), also called Canute VI because the two prior kings Harthacanute were counted under the name Canute in older Lists of Rulers, was King of Denmark (1182-1202).
He was the eldest son of King Valdemar I and Sophia of Polotsk. Guided by the Bishop Absalon to not renew his fealty to Frederick I, Holy Roman Emperor. Conquered Pomerania and personally led a crusade to Estonia in 1197. His personal influence has been discussed. Often he has just been regarded a loyal supporter of Absalon’s policy. Contemporary sources describe him a strongly religious and earnest man.
He was married to Gertrud, a daughter of Henry the Lion of Saxony. Their marriage was childless.
| Preceded by: Valdemar I |
King of Denmark 1182–1202 |
Succeeded by: Valdemar II |
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