Hospital of the Holy Ghost, Aalborg

Name: Hospital of the Holy Ghost
Address: Klosterjordet 1, Aalborg, 9000, Denmark
Telephone: +45 98 12 02 05

#24 among attractions in Aalborg

Sacred and religious sites, Historical place, Church, Monastery

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The Hospital of the Holy Ghost, Aalborg, the buildings of which, although now without any religious function, are still known as Aalborg Kloster, is a former establishment of the Order of the Holy Ghost in Aalborg, Denmark. It was the hospital of Aalborg from 1431 to 1953 and is one of Denmark's best preserved medieval establishments. These are the oldest buildings in north Jutland, and the former hospital is also the oldest social institution in Denmark. ()

Local name: Aalborg Kloster Coordinates: 57°2'56"N, 9°55'7"E

Address

Klosterjordet 1Aalborg 9000 Denmark

Contact

+45 98 12 02 05

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Day trips

Hospital of the Holy Ghost – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Musikkens Hus, Kunsten, Budolfi Church, Aalborgtårnet.

0.5 miE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Bars and clubs
Musikkens Hus, Aalborg
14 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...
0.7 miSW
Museum, Architecture, Modern art museum
Kunsten, Aalborg
17 min walk • Nestled in the cultural heart of Aalborg, Denmark, Kunsten Museum of Modern Art stands as a beacon of contemporary aesthetics and architectural prowess. This remarkable museum, inaugurated in 1972, is a testament to the creative collaboration between the renowned...
~400 ftSE
Restored Gothic cathedral with a spire
Budolfi Church, Aalborg
2 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 miSW
Observation tower with a restaurant
Aalborgtårnet, Aalborg
19 min walk • Perched atop the hilly landscape of Aalborg, Denmark, the Aalborgtårnet (Aalborg Tower) stands as a beacon of modernist design and a testament to the city's panoramic beauty. This distinctive structure, built in 1933, is not just an architectural marvel but also a...
~1570 ftN
Bridge
Limfjordsbroen, Aalborg
8 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...
~1390 ftSE
Light-filled church built in the 1100s
Abbey of Our Lady, Aalborg
7 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.
~1120 ftE
Historic fortress in a scenic setting
Aalborghus, Aalborg
6 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.
~470 ftSE
Architecture, City hall, Baroque architecture
Old City Hall, Aalborg
3 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.
~320 ftSW
Museum showcasing city heritage
Aalborg Historical Museum, Aalborg
2 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.
~510 ftE
Museum, Historical place
Jens Bang's House, Aalborg
3 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.
0.5 miS
Park
Kildeparken, Aalborg
13 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Hospital of the Holy Ghost?

Nearby attractions include Aalborg Historical Museum, Aalborg (2 min walk), Vesterå, Aalborg (2 min walk), The Historical Museum of Northern Jutland, Aalborg (2 min walk), Budolfi Church, Aalborg (2 min walk).

How to get to Hospital of the Holy Ghost by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hospital of the Holy Ghost:

Bus

Vesterbro • Lines: 973X (4 min walk)
Nytorv • Lines: 2 (4 min walk)

Train

Aalborg (11 min walk)
Aalborg Vestby (13 min walk)