St. Mark's Church, Aarhus

Name: St. Mark's Church
Address: Skt. Marcus Kirkeplads 1, Aarhus, 8000, Denmark
Telephone: +45 86 12 94 36

#65 among attractions in Aarhus

Church, National Romantic style architecture

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St. Mark's Church is a church located in St. Mark's Parish in Aarhus, Denmark. The church is located in the Midtbyen neighbourhood. It is a parish church within the Church of Denmark servicing a parish population of 8.873. The church was designed by the Danish architect Thomas Havning who won a public contest for a new church design in 1933. The parish of the Church of Our Lady was reaching a population of 10.000 and it had been decided to split it and create a new parish, requiring a new church. Construction began in 1934 and was completed in October, 1935. The church is dedicated to Mark the Evangelist. In 1982 a new wing, Klostergården, was added to the church with an office and recreational facilities for youth preparing for confirmation. In 1998 the church was extensively renovated. ()

Local name: Sankt Markus KirkeCompleted: 1935 (90 years ago)Coordinates: 56°9'39"N, 10°11'52"E

Address

Skt. Marcus Kirkeplads 1Århus C (Vesterbro)Aarhus 8000 Denmark

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+45 86 12 94 36

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Day trips

St. Mark's Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Old Town, Badeanstalten Spanien, Bruun's Galleri, Aarhus Botanical Gardens.

~1380 ftSW
Museum, History museum
The Old Town, Aarhus
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Aarhus, Denmark, lies an enchanting historical gem known as The Old Town (Den Gamle By). This open-air museum transports visitors back in time, providing a unique window into Danish urban life spanning several centuries.
0.8 miSE
Watersports, Swimming pool, Spa
Badeanstalten Spanien, Aarhus
21 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Aarhus, Denmark, Badeanstalten Spanien serves as a cherished urban oasis for locals and visitors alike. This swimming pool, steeped in history and local culture, provides a refreshing retreat from the bustling city life.
0.9 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Bruun's Galleri, Aarhus
22 min walk • Bruuns Galleri is a shopping mall located in central Aarhus adjacent to the main train station, which together form an indoor area of about 140,000 square meters and 105 shops. The centre, owned by Steen & Strøm, opened on 12 October 2003 and...
~1420 ftW
Internationally themed botanical garden
Aarhus Botanical Gardens, Aarhus
7 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Aarhus, Denmark, the Aarhus Botanical Gardens offer a serene retreat and a celebration of biodiversity. Spanning over 21.5 hectares, this verdant park is not just a place of beauty but also an institution for botanical research...
0.8 miNW
56°10'14"N • 10°11'19"E
Storcenter Nord, Aarhus
20 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
~1830 ftS
Park
Mølleparken, Aarhus
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Aarhus, Denmark's second-largest city, Mølleparken offers a tranquil green oasis amidst the urban landscape. This picturesque park, known for its lush greenery and serene atmosphere, is a favorite among locals and tourists alike, looking...
0.4 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum, Art gallery
Kunsthal Aarhus, Aarhus
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Aarhus, Denmark's second-largest city, stands Kunsthal Aarhus, a contemporary art museum that has become a beacon of artistic innovation and cultural dialogue. Established in 1917, this institution has long been a cornerstone of the city's...
~1760 ftSE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Gothic architecture
Vor Frue Kirke, Aarhus
9 min walk • The Church of Our Lady is one of the largest churches of Århus, Denmark. It is situated in the centre of the city not far from Aarhus Cathedral. The church's crypt contains a stone church dating to 1060 AD.
0.6 miSE
Hack Kampmann, National Romantic style architecture, Theater
Aarhus Teater, Aarhus
16 min walk • The Aarhus Theatre in Aarhus, is the largest provincial theatre in Denmark. The present theatre house was constructed in the late 19th century, as a replacement for the old theatre, nicknamed "Svedekassen".
0.4 miSE
Square, Historical place, Neighbourhood
Lille Torv, Aarhus
11 min walk • Lille Torv is a cobbled public square located in the Indre By neighborhood in Aarhus, Denmark. It is situated between the squares of Store Torv and Immervad in the historic Latin Quarter neighborhood and it is one of the oldest public squares in Aarhus.
0.8 miS
56°8'57"N • 10°12'14"E
CinemaxX, Aarhus
22 min walk • Nightlife, Cinema

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. Mark's Church?

Nearby attractions include Vesterbro, Aarhus (2 min walk), Science Museums, Aarhus (5 min walk), Aarhus Methodist Church, Aarhus (5 min walk), Vesterbro Torv, Aarhus (5 min walk).

How to get to St. Mark's Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Mark's Church:

Bus

Skt. Marcus Kirkeplads • Lines: 13, 2A (2 min walk)
Klostervangen • Lines: 22 (3 min walk)

Light rail

Nørreport • Lines: L2 (14 min walk)
Aarhus H • Lines: L2 (20 min walk)

Tram

Nørreport • Lines: L2 (14 min walk)
Universitetsparken • Lines: L2 (15 min walk)

Train

Skolebakken (17 min walk)
Østbanetorvet (19 min walk)