Aalborg – a city full of life
The regional capital of northern Jutland is Aalborg. - With over 200,000 inhabitants, it is the third largest city in Denmark.
Aalborg has developed from being dominated by the large industries of the past to being dominated by art, culture, music, shopping, a wide range of arrangements, Danish 'hygge' (cosiness) and charm.
'Feel good city'
The city is a 'feel good' city where the contrasts make (student)life interesting. On the one hand, it is dynamic, up-to-date and international, on the other hand it is an ancient Danish provincial capital, which has always cherished its own history and unique atmosphere.
The city is buzzing with activity day and night, summer and winter. It offers a very rich and rewarding student life and the atmosphere is informal and friendly. There are many green spaces in the city with beautiful nature and great opportunities for a picnic. Last but not least, Aalborg is divided by the beautiful fjord, the Limfjorden.
Although Aalborg is a lively city with lots of activities, it is nevertheless a very safe city to live in.
The cultural heart of Northern Jutland
Aalborg is also the cultural heart of North Jutland. Therefore, you can enjoy all kinds of concerts, operas and musicals at different venues. International artists quite often play in Aalborg.
You can also find cinemas, theatres, cultural centres, festivals, art galleries and the art museum “Kunsten”, or you could visit interesting historic sites like e.g. Lindholm Høje, a vikings’ burial site, or the remains of an old monastery buried under ground.
Furthermore, there is a zoo and the beautiful waterfront with its many marinas. The largest carnival in Northern Europe also takes place in late May when the city streets are filled with festive figures dancing in parades through the city to the park where there are concerts from several stages.