Aarhus

Aarhus


Aarhus is a city of growth. With a population of more than 300,000, Aarhus is Denmark's second largest city. It is at heart, however, also Denmark’s youngest city when you consider the average age of its habitants which is far lower than anywhere else in the country. At the University of Aarhus alone there are nearly 35,000 students, and there is a total of 25 educational and research institutions in the city. But Aarhus is also a city with clearly visible roots, founded, as it was, by the Vikings in the 8th century.



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Art & Culture In Aarhus

Denmark's second-largest city, Aarhus appeals to so-called "culture vultures." That's because for tourists, Aarhus has a number of museums, big and small, that are worthy of a full day's visit — or longer. Among the must-see museums: Den Gaml … Read more

Cruising White Nights

Finding Bliss in the Baltic SOMEWHERE IN THE BALTIC SEA, July 1 — It is near midnight, or at least that it is what my watch tells me. The sun and sky suggest otherwise. The bright orange orb hovers over the watery horizon, casting a reddish-yell … Read more

Aarhus moves quay closer to the city centre

This spring passengers will find their arrival in Aarhus much changed. The cruise quay has been moved closer to the city centre and an architect-designed tent has been purchased for the 10,000m2 reception area.

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Aarhus new multi-language guides look after Emerald Princess’ passengers

 Guides from Venezuela, Brazil, Italy and Russia went through a 150-hour winter guide training programme in Aarhus, beginning work on Princess Cruises’ Emerald Princess when she visited on May 22. Read more

Queen Mary 2 docks in Denmark for the first time

Aarhus will be greeting Queen Mary 2 on August 12. Read more