Legacy
The Danehof became an institution during his rule. It functioned like a national council which had limited advisory and judicial functions.
Christopher married Margaret Sambiria, the daughter of Count Sambor II of Pomerania, in 1248 and had at least three children:
- King Eric V of Denmark. (1249–1286)
- Niels (d. 21 December 1259), died young
- Valdemar, died young
- Matilda (1250–1299/1300), married to Albert III, Margrave of Brandenburg-Salzwedel
- Margaret (c. 1257–1306), married to John II, Count of Holstein-Kiel
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