Abbey of Our Lady, Aalborg

Name: Abbey of Our Lady
Address: Vor Frue Pl. 1, Aalborg, 9000, Denmark
Telephone: +45 96 31 11 80

#11 among attractions in Aalborg

Top attraction, Church, Monastery

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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. ()

Local name: Vor Frue Kirke Coordinates: 57°2'47"N, 9°55'26"E

Address

Vor Frue Pl. 1Aalborg 9000 Denmark

Contact

+45 96 31 11 80

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Abbey of Our Lady – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Musikkens Hus, Budolfi Church, Limfjordsbroen, Østre Anlæg.

~1880 ftE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Bars and clubs
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Restored Gothic cathedral with a spire
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0.5 miNW
Bridge
Limfjordsbroen, Aalborg
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Park, Garden, Playground
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~1100 ftN
Historic fortress in a scenic setting
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Architecture, City hall, Baroque architecture
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~1350 ftNW
Museum showcasing city heritage
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~950 ftNW
Museum, Historical place
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Park
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~1920 ftNW
Monuments and statues, Memorial
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0.6 miW
Cemetery
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Abbey of Our Lady open?

Abbey of Our Lady is open:

Monday 10 am - 2 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 2 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 2 pm
Thursday 10 am - 2 pm
Friday 10 am - 2 pm
Saturday 10 am - 12 pm
Sunday 9 am - 12 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Abbey of Our Lady?

Nearby attractions include Nytorv, Aalborg (3 min walk), Artbreak Hotel værkstedsgalleri, Aalborg (3 min walk), Gråbrødrekloster Museum, Aalborg (3 min walk), Old City Hall, Aalborg (5 min walk).

How to get to Abbey of Our Lady by public transport?

The nearest stations to Abbey of Our Lady:

Bus

Boulevarden • Lines: 2 (5 min walk)
Nytorv • Lines: 2 (7 min walk)

Train

Aalborg (10 min walk)
Aalborg Vestby (19 min walk)