Hald Hovedgaard, a manor house built in the 18th century is now the home of the Danish Centre for Writers and Translators, whose primary function is to host Danish authors and translators for work retreats. Eight writing guests are housed in the main building.

The Hald manor is situated in its own French-style park, ten kilometres outside Viborg, one of the oldest towns in Denmark, founded by Vikings in the 8th century. The unusually beautiful surroundings include Hald Lake, the hills of Dollerup Bakker and the ancient Hald Oak Forest. The Danish Centre for Writers and Translators is a self-governing institution receiving economic support from the Danish state and the council of Viborg.