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Aarhus Cathedral
Aarhus Cathedral, officially named St. Clement's Church, is the longest and tallest church in Denmark and a landmark of the city. Construction began in the late 12th century in the Romanesque style, but in the 15th century, the building was extensively reconstructed and expanded in the Gothic style. The church measures an impressive 93 meters in length, and its striking tower rises 96 meters into the sky. Inside, the cathedral houses the most extensive collection of medieval frescoes in Denmark, which were whitewashed after the Reformation and rediscovered in the early 20th century. Other artistic treasures include the magnificent winged altar by Bernt Notke from 1479 and the impressive organ, which is one of the largest in the country. As the spiritual center of the Diocese of Aarhus, the cathedral is a place of living tradition and an impressive testament to Danish church architecture spanning eight centuries.
- Location: Denmark
- Top sights: Dinosaur footprint · Aarhus Cathedral · Aarhus Teater
- Nearby: Egå Bro (6 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Avg °C | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Rain mm | 65 | 52 | 47 | 44 | 55 | 73 | 82 | 86 | 69 | 85 | 73 | 67 |
📋 Practical info
Geography
Facts
- Construction of the cathedral began around 1190 under Bishop Peder Vognsen.
- The building is 93 meters long, making it the longest church in Denmark.
- The tower stands 96 meters tall and was completed in the year 1500.
- The altar by Bernt Notke from 1479 cost 600 silver marks at the time.
- The church contains frescoes covering a total area of 220 square meters.
- The current organ was built in 1928 and features 89 registers.
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Sights in the town Aarhus Cathedral (10)
Besættelsesmuseet🏛 museum
History museum in Aarhus, Denmark, documenting the German occupation 1940-45.
The Viking Museum🏛 museum
History museum in Aarhus, Denmark, showcasing the Viking age of the city under Church of Our Lady.
Endless Connection
Modern public sculpture in Aarhus, symbolizing connection and movement.
Galleri Lyrum
Art gallery in Aarhus, presenting contemporary works by Danish and international artists.
Rosenteatret
Theatre in Aarhus, known for experimental and alternative theatre productions.
Sankt Clemens Torv
Bridge in Aarhus, connecting the city center with Frederiksbjerg district over the railway tracks.
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