Eric I of Denmark
Eric I (c. 1060 – 10 July 1103), also known as Eric the Good (Danish: Erik Ejegod), was King of Denmark following his brother Olaf I Hunger in 1095. He was a son of Sweyn II. His mother's identity remains unknown. He married Boedil Thurgotsdatter.
| Eric I | |
|---|---|
Coin of Eric Evergood | |
| King of Denmark | |
| Reign | 1095–1103 |
| Predecessor | Olaf I |
| Successor | Niels |
| Born | c. 1060 Slangerup, Denmark |
| Died | 10 July 1103 (aged 42–43) Paphos, Cyprus |
| Burial | Chrysopolitissa Basilica, Paphos, Cyprus |
| Spouse | Boedil Thurgotsdatter |
| Issue | Canute Lavard Harald Kesja Eric II of Denmark Ragnhild Jyde Eriksdatter |
| House | Estridsen |
| Father | Sweyn II of Denmark |
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