Visit 'Mini Copenhagen' For A Taste Of Denmark Without The Crowds
By Dawn Hammon
VACATIONS
If Denmark is on your bucket list, but you wish to avoid the peak summer crowds in Copenhagen, consider visiting Aarhus, a city located three hours west of the Danish capital.
Aarhus provides a chance to explore Danish culture and history at a slower pace and often at a lower cost, with savings on lodging, food, and transportation compared to Copenhagen.
This city embodies the Danish philosophy of hygge — the belief that life is lived in the little things — giving you a chance to enjoy simple and peaceful moments with loved ones.
Additionally, you can explore the Occupation Museum, the Viking Museum, and the ARoS Art
Museum, which boasts Denmark's oldest art collection outside
of Copenhagen.
You can also stroll through the living museum of Den Gamle By, showcasing Danish life from 1864 to 2014, or visit the Aarhus Botanical Garden or Marselisborg Memorial Park.
Thanks to its coastal location, Aarhus also offers many water activities and biking trails, making for an overall relaxed yet culturally rich Danish experience.