Nordkraft, Aalborg

Name: Nordkraft
Address: Teglgårds Plads 1, Aalborg, Denmark
Telephone: +45 98 11 16 66

#43 among attractions in Aalborg

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Facts and practical information

Nordkraft is a cultural centre in the Danish city of Aalborg. Opened in 2009, it is located in a former electricity generating station close to the waterfront in an area designated for cultural development. Neighbouring buildings include the Utzon Center and Musikkens Hus. Nordkraft is home to several cultural institutions including Skråen, a venue for jazz and rock concerts, Teater Nordkraft, the Biffen Art Cinema, the Kunsthal Nord art gallery and Dreamhouse, an innovative creation facility. It also has a multipurpose hall with seating for up to 1,500. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 57°2'48"N, 9°55'54"E

Address

Teglgårds Plads 1Aalborg Denmark

Contact

+45 98 11 16 66

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Day trips

Nordkraft – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Musikkens Hus, Budolfi Church, Limfjordsbroen, Abbey of Our Lady.

~480 ftNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Bars and clubs
Musikkens Hus, Aalborg
3 min walk • Musikkens Hus, nestled in the vibrant city of Aalborg, Denmark, stands as a beacon of musical excellence and architectural beauty. This state-of-the-art music venue, which opened its doors in March 2014, was designed by the renowned Austrian architectural firm Coop...
0.5 miW
Restored Gothic cathedral with a spire
Budolfi Church, Aalborg
12 min walk • Budolfi Church stands as an emblem of historical and architectural significance in the heart of Aalborg, Denmark. Originally built in the 14th century, this Lutheran cathedral is not only a place of worship but also a beacon of Danish heritage.
0.7 miNW
Bridge
Limfjordsbroen, Aalborg
18 min walk • Limfjordsbroen stands as an iconic bridge in the city of Aalborg, Denmark, serving not only as a vital transportation link but also as a symbol of the region's connectivity and engineering prowess. This essential structure spans the Limfjord, the body of water that...
~1550 ftW
Light-filled church built in the 1100s
Abbey of Our Lady, Aalborg
8 min walk • The Abbey of Our Lady, Aalborg was an early Benedictine monastery in Aalborg, Denmark. The former monastic church survived a parish church until 1876 when it was demolished. The present Vor Frue Kirke was built on the site between 1877-1878.
~1990 ftSE
Park, Garden, Playground
Østre Anlæg, Aalborg
10 min walk • Østre Anlæg is a city park in Aalborg, Denmark. The 6.5 hectares park on Bonnesensgade is one of the oldest in the city. There are approximately 175,000 visitors per year. Used as a dumping area in the 1920s, it was converted into a recreational area in the next two decades. A children's playground was added in 1937.
~1770 ftNW
Historic fortress in a scenic setting
Aalborghus, Aalborg
9 min walk • Aalborghus Castle is a castle in Aalborg, Denmark. It is a half-timbered castle built by King Christian III from 1539 to around 1555 initially as a fortification. A building had existed at the site before Christian III's castle. It stood south of the castle and is mentioned in the first documentation of Aalborghus, dating back to 1340.
0.4 miW
Architecture, City hall, Baroque architecture
Old City Hall, Aalborg
11 min walk • The Old City Hall at Gammeltorv Aalborg, Denmark, was built in 1762 and served as city hall until 1912. It is located at Gammeltorv and is now only used for ceremonial and representative purposes.
0.5 miW
Museum showcasing city heritage
Aalborg Historical Museum, Aalborg
14 min walk • Aalborg Historical Museum is a historical and cultural museum in the city of Aalborg in Denmark. The museum was established in 1863 and is now part of The Historical Museum of Northern Jutland.
0.4 miW
Museum, Historical place
Jens Bang's House, Aalborg
11 min walk • Jens Bang's House is a landmark in Aalborg, Denmark. Situated on Østerågade in Nytorv square, it was built in 1624 by Jens Bang in Dutch Renaissance style. Noted for its gables and sculpted auricular window décor, it is said to be the finest privately owned Renaissance building in the country.
0.7 miSW
Park
Kildeparken, Aalborg
19 min walk • Kildeparken is a large public park in Aalborg, Denmark. It is bounded by the streets Europahallen, Vesterbro, Old Kærvej, and the railway. It is possible to reach it from John F. Kennedys Plads through a tunnel.
0.6 miW
Monuments and statues, Memorial
Cimbrian Bull, Aalborg
16 min walk • Cimbrian Bull is 1937 bronze sculpture by Anders Bundgaard. located in central Aalborg, Denmark. It has become a symbol of the city of Aalborg as well as of the Himmerland region of northern Jutland.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Nordkraft?

Nearby attractions include Musikkens Hus, Aalborg (3 min walk), Karolinelund, Aalborg (6 min walk), Utzon Center, Aalborg (7 min walk), Nytorv, Aalborg (8 min walk).

How to get to Nordkraft by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nordkraft:

Bus

Nytorv • Lines: 2 (11 min walk)
Boulevarden • Lines: 2 (13 min walk)

Train

Aalborg (16 min walk)
Aalborg Vestby (25 min walk)