If you’re looking to explore Denmark beyond the soaring prices and cyclists of its capital, Copenhagen , the country has much more to offer, and this one city is one of Europe’s most happy and most walkable. Aalborg residents are the h appiest in Europe , according to a European Commission study, and with a wealth of art and breathtaking views on offer, you can experience its chirpy citizens and culture all on foot. As one of Europe’s most walkable cities, its tours cover street art, history, architecture led by guide Kenneth Pinsker, who is full of niche knowledge about his home.
You can explore an underground museum filled with medieval ruins, visit a house where women accused of witchcraft were allegedly seen practising black magic, including a dungeon where they were held before their execution, and discover the story of a Second World War resistance group made up of local teenagers. Aalborg has now established itself as one of Scandinavia’s key cities for street art, attracting top-tier artists from around the globe such as El Mac, Vhils, Martin Ron and Phlegm, to create murals. Since 2014, initiatives like Out in the Open and WEAART have worked with artists to transform dull stone walls into vibrant canvases.
Use an interactive guide or take a guided tour to uncover the stories behind the artwork. Lindholm Hoje in Aalborg is also home to an ancient Viking burial site. Here you can marvel at Denmark’s stunning western and northern coasts, just a 12-minute drive.
