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48 Hours in Aarhus

Looking for things to do in the summer? Here are some ideas for your summer bucket list for a 48 hour European city break in Aarhus, Denmark.
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Aarhus
Aarhus Denmark
European City Breaks
Different Wines
Wine Shop
Wine And Dine
Wine Bar
Plan Your Trip
The Ordinary
A wine bar with a twist
Vin & Petanque is not your typical wine bar. Here, you can wine and dine and beat your friends at petanque. Enjoy a unique and out of the ordinary wine experience in casual surroundings. Photos: Maria Halse. Vin & Petanque, Aarhus, Denmark.
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Summer Bucket Lists
French Brasserie
Fish Restaurant
Latin Quarter
High Quality Food
Date Dinner
Dinner date at Mefisto, Aarhus
Whether you're on a girls trip, travelling with your partner or enjoying a weekend getaway with friends or family, you're sure to get a great meal at Mefisto. Located in the charismatic Latin Quarter in Aarhus this charming French brasserie (and pizzeria) is known for its high quality food and relaxed atmosphere. Photos: Francesca Dolnier. Mefisto, Aarhus, Denmark.
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City And Nature
Urban Gardens
Green Oasis
Meet New People
Urban Environment
Aarhus urban environments
Go on an urban exploration of the many memorable parts of Aarhus. Meet new people at Godsbanen, a cultural powerhouse located by the old freight station, or stroll through the Botanical Gardens, a green oasis that connects city and nature. Aarhus is filled with unique urban gardens and communities. Spend a day getting to know the Danes and the way of the Aarhusians. Photos: Francesca Dolnier, Godsbanen & Frederiksbjerg, Aarhus, Denmark. Maria Halse, Ingerslev Market, Aarhus, Denmark.
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Design Coffee Shop
Sourdough Bakery
Cardamom Buns
Coffee World
Bakery Design
Breakfast at La Cabra
To start off your day in Aarhus with the perfect breakfast abroad go to La Cabra. You never go wrong with sourdough bread and a cardemom bun from their in house bakery! The cozy café is world-famous - and with good reason! Their pastries and homemade bread are to die for. Pair one of their delicious interpretations of traditional pastry with a well-brewed coffee and you're ready to go. Photos: Maria Halse, La Cabra. Aarhus, Denmark.
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Hidden Entrance
Residential Entrance
Cocktails And Mocktails
Hidden Bar
Find Your Way
A hidden bar and how to find it
Gedulgt is a hidden bar in Aarhus with world-class cocktails (and mocktails). The name "Gedulgt" means secret and even though the bar is located in the middle of Aarhus, it can be a challenge to find your way. But amongst bikesheds and residential entrances you'll find Gedulgt's hidden entrance and a world of exclusive and adventure like cocktails, not like anything you've ever seen or tasted before. Photos: Gedulgt Aarhus. Fredensgade 41, Aarhus, Denmark.
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a close up of a red substance on a metal surface with water drops coming from it
A hidden bar and how to find it
Gedulgt is a hidden bar in Aarhus with world-class cocktails (and mocktails). The name "Gedulgt" means secret and even though the bar is located in the middle of Aarhus, it can be a challenge to find your way. But amongst bikesheds and residential entrances you'll find Gedulgt's hidden entrance and a world of exclusive and adventure like cocktails, not like anything you've ever seen or tasted before. Photos: Gedulgt Aarhus. Fredensgade 41, Aarhus, Denmark.
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City Break
Small Hotel
Old Street
Courtyard Garden
SOFS Boutique Hotel Aarhus
In the heart of lively Aarhus you'll find SOFS Boutique Hotel. A special place with a special charm. Surrounded by the old streets of the Latin Quarter, this unhurried oasis is perfect if you wish for an easeful hotel experience but want to keep the vibrant city life by your doorstep. Photos: SOFS Boutique Hotel. Aarhus, Denmark.
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Viborg
Viking Museum
Museum Date
Glass Museum
Art Museums
History Of Science
Go to the museum
Want to learn about the past or are you just simply curious about the country you are visiting? Museums are a great way to explore foreign cultures and meet new people and Aarhus is filled with cultural experiences perfect for a museum date. Here are a few of our favourite museums in the city. You can also check out other world-class museums in the Aarhus Region by following the link. Photos: Francesca Dolnier.
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Scandinavian Architecture
Diving Pool
Danish Architecture
Bjarke Ingels
Urban Area
City Centre
Explore Aarhus Ø by bike
Bike around the vibrant urban area Aarhus Ø. A place where the city meets the sea in a fusion of the best of Danish architecture, food markets, watersports and much more. And don't worry! If you didn't bring your own bike, there's plenty of rental options or you can simply enjoy the district by foot! Photos: Thomas Viet Dang. Aarhus Ø, Denmark. Rune Kokholm, Donkey Republic.