Aarhus, Denmark
Last updated at 17:25 05 February 2003
Where is it?
In the heart of Denmark's Jutland peninsula on the country's east coast.
Transfer time to city centre 45 minutes by car.
Best known for... Viking origins and a typically Danish landscape: verdant scenery, provincial charm and clean beaches.
The annual Aarhus festival. It takes place in September annually offering everything video art and opera.
Main attractions The Concert Hall, home to the Aarhus Symphony Orchestra and the Jutland Opera Company.
The old town allows an intriguing insight into life in medieval Denmark with much of the city's original architecture well-preserved.
The lack of steep gradients make the city and surrounding area easy to explore on bikes.
Avoid if you can Taking public transport. Driving in Denmark is a scenic, congestion-free joy. Hire a car and explore the local area at your leisure.
Where to stay Two nights in the three-star Scandic hotel including bed and breakfast and based on two sharing costs from £150.
Visit www.edenmarkhotel.com/aarhus/scandic
Useful websites www.visitdenmark.com www.virtualdenmark.dk
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