Aalborghus, Aalborg

Name: Aalborghus
Address: Slotspladsen 1, Aalborg, 9000, Denmark
Telephone: +45 96 31 92 00

#13 among attractions in Aalborg

Top attraction, Forts and castles

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Facts and practical information

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. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 57°2'58"N, 9°55'27"E

Address

Slotspladsen 1Aalborg 9000 Denmark

Contact

+45 96 31 92 00

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

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

~1830 ftE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Bars and clubs
Musikkens Hus, Aalborg
9 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...
~1090 ftSW
Restored Gothic cathedral with a spire
Budolfi Church, Aalborg
6 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.
~1830 ftNW
Bridge
Limfjordsbroen, Aalborg
9 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...
~1100 ftS
Light-filled church built in the 1100s
Abbey of Our Lady, Aalborg
6 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.
0.7 miSE
Park, Garden, Playground
Østre Anlæg, Aalborg
19 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.
~790 ftSW
Architecture, City hall, Baroque architecture
Old City Hall, Aalborg
4 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.
~1330 ftW
Museum showcasing city heritage
Aalborg Historical Museum, Aalborg
7 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.
~700 ftSW
Museum, Historical place
Jens Bang's House, Aalborg
4 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.
0.6 miSW
Park
Kildeparken, Aalborg
16 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.
~1550 ftW
Monuments and statues, Memorial
Cimbrian Bull, Aalborg
8 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.
0.7 miSW
Cemetery
Almen Kirkegård, Aalborg
18 min walk • The Almen Kirkegård meaning General Cemetery at Aalborg, in Denmark is located in serene and green surroundings. It is one of the three cemeteries of the Aalborg Municipality in Hasserisgade street; the other two are the Southern Cemetery at Blomstermarken and the Eastern Cemetery at Filstedvej.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Aalborghus open?

Aalborghus is open:

Monday 8 am - 9 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 9 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 9 pm
Thursday 8 am - 9 pm
Friday 8 am - 9 pm
Saturday 8 am - 9 pm
Sunday 8 am - 9 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Aalborghus?

Nearby attractions include Utzon Center, Aalborg (3 min walk), Nytorv, Aalborg (3 min walk), Jens Bang's House, Aalborg (4 min walk), Old City Hall, Aalborg (4 min walk).

How to get to Aalborghus by public transport?

The nearest stations to Aalborghus:

Bus

Nytorv • Lines: 2 (2 min walk)
Boulevarden • Lines: 2 (8 min walk)

Train

Aalborg (14 min walk)
Aalborg Vestby (17 min walk)