Aarhus Central Station, Aarhus
Aarhus Central Station is the principal railway station in Aarhus. This pivotal hub manages an impressive annual footfall of 6.3 million passengers, making it the busiest railway station outside the Copenhagen area. Strategically positioned in the city center, the station borders the Midtbyen and Frederiksbjerg districts, featuring access points from Baneg氓rd Square (Baneg氓rdspladsen).
Designed as a through station, it contains four platforms and serves as a key node on the East Jutland railway line. It functions as the terminus for the Grenaa Line and Odder Line. The station offers a range of connections including international routes to Hamburg and Berlin, InterCity services to Aalborg/Frederikshavn and Copenhagen, regional routes throughout Jutland, and light rail services to Gren氓 and Odder.
The railway's history in Aarhus dates back to 1862 when the first line from Aarhus to Randers was inaugurated, and constructed by the British civil engineering firm Peto, Brassey, and Betts. This initial station, launched on September 2, 1862, was located near Ryesgade, incorporating administration buildings and railway works.
By 1884, due to increasing demand, a larger Neo-Renaissance-style station designed by Thomas Arboe and William August Thulstrup, possibly inspired by Bonn Central Station, was constructed. Continued growth necessitated a third construction phase, and in 1927, the current Aarhus Central Station was erected under the guidance of Danish State Railway architect K.T. Seest as part of a comprehensive area development plan.
Today, the station is not just a transit point but a commercial center as well. It houses a large ticket kiosk, public amenities, a McDonald's, two 7-Elevens, and several other retail outlets. The attached three-story Bruun's Galleri shopping center enriches the station's offering with 93 stores, eateries, caf茅s, and a substantial underground parking facility. The ground floor鈥檚 Bruuns Arkade adds more dining options and dual-level bicycle parking.
Designed as a through station, it contains four platforms and serves as a key node on the East Jutland railway line. It functions as the terminus for the Grenaa Line and Odder Line. The station offers a range of connections including international routes to Hamburg and Berlin, InterCity services to Aalborg/Frederikshavn and Copenhagen, regional routes throughout Jutland, and light rail services to Gren氓 and Odder.
The railway's history in Aarhus dates back to 1862 when the first line from Aarhus to Randers was inaugurated, and constructed by the British civil engineering firm Peto, Brassey, and Betts. This initial station, launched on September 2, 1862, was located near Ryesgade, incorporating administration buildings and railway works.
By 1884, due to increasing demand, a larger Neo-Renaissance-style station designed by Thomas Arboe and William August Thulstrup, possibly inspired by Bonn Central Station, was constructed. Continued growth necessitated a third construction phase, and in 1927, the current Aarhus Central Station was erected under the guidance of Danish State Railway architect K.T. Seest as part of a comprehensive area development plan.
Today, the station is not just a transit point but a commercial center as well. It houses a large ticket kiosk, public amenities, a McDonald's, two 7-Elevens, and several other retail outlets. The attached three-story Bruun's Galleri shopping center enriches the station's offering with 93 stores, eateries, caf茅s, and a substantial underground parking facility. The ground floor鈥檚 Bruuns Arkade adds more dining options and dual-level bicycle parking.
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Aarhus Central Station on Map
Sight Name: Aarhus Central Station
Sight Location: Aarhus, Denmark (See walking tours in Aarhus)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Aarhus, Denmark (See walking tours in Aarhus)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Aarhus, Denmark
Create Your Own Walk in Aarhus
Creating your own self-guided walk in Aarhus is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Historical Architectures Walking Tour
Among other attractions, Aarhus, Denmark, boasts a variety of eye-catching historical buildings, a good number of which were designed by the famous Danish architect, Hack Kampmann.
Among such landmarks is the Aarhus Custom House (Toldboden), standing as a testament to the city's maritime heritage. The Aarhus Theater, with its elegant facade, showcases the city's commitment to the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
Among such landmarks is the Aarhus Custom House (Toldboden), standing as a testament to the city's maritime heritage. The Aarhus Theater, with its elegant facade, showcases the city's commitment to the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
Aarhus Introduction Walking Tour
Aarhus is the second-largest city in Denmark. It is also one of the oldest cities in the country with roots that date to the 8th century when Vikings built a small settlement at the mouse of AArhus River encircled by an earthen rampart and a moat. Back then, Aarhus was called "Aros" which was the old Danish word for "river mouth".
During the Middle Ages, Aarhus was a... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
During the Middle Ages, Aarhus was a... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles