With approximately 300.000 inhabitants, Aarhus is the second largest city in Denmark. It was founded by the Vikings in the 8th century, and is located in a natural bay along a small river and surrounded by forests. Aarhus is often referred to as "the youngest and brightest city in Denmark” because of its large student population – almost 1/5 of the residents are students. The young population and the fact that the city is the unofficial “capital of west Denmark”means that Aarhus has a large concentration of attractions, shopping and city life.
In 2017, Aarhus is the cultural capital of Europe, meaning that a lot of activities are going on in and around the city. Below is a list of some of the top attractions we recommend if you have time to explore the city during your visit.
What to see and do in Aarhus:
The website VisitAarhus provides lots of information about Aarhus.