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Sunset at the Cathedral and an Evening in Latin

Aarhus Domkirke is the oldest building in the city and the tallest in Denmark. Arrive before the sun drops to catch the golden light on the stone, then wander into the nearby Latin Quarter for dinner and a drink.

Best time: sunsetAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 15:45

    Aarhus Domkirke

    Walk around Aarhus Domkirke. The cathedral has stood for over 800 years. The late afternoon light will highlight the texture of the stone facade. You can go inside to see the interior, which is free to enter.

  2. 16:15

    Aarhus Domkirke

    Watch the sun set toward the southwest. The cathedral is the oldest standing building in the city, offering a historic backdrop to the evening sky.

  3. 16:30

    Gaijin Ramen

    Walk eight minutes to Gaijin Ramen. It is a good Japanese-style ramen eatery. Order a bowl to warm up as the evening air sets in.

  4. 17:00

    Ris Ras Filliongongong

    Stroll three minutes to Ris Ras Filliongongong. This cozy hipster hangout serves a great variety of beers and rums. You can enjoy a drink and listen to indie music in the background.

Local tip

Aarhus Domkirke is open daily from 09:30 to 16:00 in May through September, and from 10:00 to 15:00 in October through April. Check the opening hours if you plan to visit the interior before sunset.

Check before you go

  • Aarhus Domkirke opening hours vary by season.
  • Gaijin Ramen is open until 21:00 on weekdays and until 20:00 on Sundays.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Aarhus (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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