Kildeparken: Aalborg’s Lush Heart of Culture and Community
Aalborg’s beloved Kildeparken blends music, art, and green tranquility, offering a vibrant escape in the city center for relaxation, exploration, and community events.
Kildeparken, or 'The Park of Music,' is Aalborg’s oldest public park and serves as a green oasis at the city’s center. Known for its broad lawns, tranquil tree-lined paths, and signature 'Singing Trees' planted by world-famous musicians, the park blends natural beauty with artistic curiosity. Locals and visitors gather here for concerts, picnics, sculptures, and children’s play areas, all set amidst tranquil ponds and historic features dating back over a century.
A brief summary to Cafe' Feen
- Danmarksgade 5, Frederikshavn, 9900, DK
- +4521947639
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit in May for Aalborg Carnival, when the park is at its most festive, but expect large crowds.
- Seek out the interactive plaques near the 'Singing Trees' to hear recordings by world-famous artists.
- Bring a picnic or grab takeaway from nearby eateries—the park has plenty of lawn space perfect for relaxing.
- Children will enjoy the dedicated play areas, making it a family-friendly stop even for a quick visit.
- Biking is allowed on perimeter paths but dismount near popular gathering and play zones for safety.
Getting There
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Walking
From Aalborg’s central square, the park lies just past the bustling concert hall and is reached by a pleasant stroll through the heart of the city. Most major attractions and hotels are within a 5–15 minute walk of the main park entrance, making it easily accessible for nearly all visitors.
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Public Transport
Several local buses connect Aalborg’s main train station and shopping streets directly to stops near the park’s boundaries. Expect a journey of 5–10 minutes, with a standard adult fare costing around 22–24 DKK. Both the concert hall and park entrances are clearly visible from the main routes.
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Taxi
Aalborg’s city center taxis deliver passengers to the edge of Kildeparken in 5–10 minutes, depending on traffic and pickup point, with typical fares ranging 60–100 DKK.
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Car
Parking is available in municipal lots adjacent to the park, but spaces fill quickly during popular events. Standard pay-and-display rates apply, averaging around 15–25 DKK per hour. No special tolls are required.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Cafe' Feen
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Aalborg’s beloved Kildeparken blends music, art, and green tranquility, offering a vibrant escape in the city center for relaxation, exploration, and community events.
Frederikshavn St.
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Compact, coastal rail terminus linking Frederikshavn’s harbor, ferries and town center, and a relaxed stepping stone to beaches, bunkers and northern Jutland landscapes.
Frederikshavn Church
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Frederikshavn’s red-brick landmark church, blending National Romantic architecture, a Michael Ancher altarpiece and war graves into one evocative town centre stop.
Fisketorvet
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Port of Frederikshavn
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Frederikshavn Sogn
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Bunker Ved Palmestranden
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Mindesten for Laurits Thomsen
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The Lady From The Sea
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Mindesten for Klitplantør Thygeson
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Kiosk v / The Buried Church
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Skagen Havn
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Enjoy Skagen
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Galleri Bo
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Skagen Station
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Unmissable attractions to see
Mindesten
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Frihedsmonumentet
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Krudttårnet
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Nordre Skanse
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Tordenskjold statue
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Experience the harmonious blend of art and nature at Skovhuset, Frederikshavn's cultural gem.
Mindesmærke for Scandinavian
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Versorgungsschiff „EDDA BOREAS“
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Triaden sculpture
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Palmestranden
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Denmark’s only true palm-fringed urban beach, blending soft white sand, safe shallows and playful seaside activities with views over Frederikshavn’s working harbor.
Palm Beach (Frederikshavn)
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FunHouse Frederikshavn
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Bangsbo Botaniske Have
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Boolsens Stenhave
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Mindesten for de 3
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Kystmuseet Bangsbo
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Essential places to dine
Chang Thai Take Away
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Farmors Café
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Gastropub L.A
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Fisk Og Grill
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Smørgåsen
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Best Western Hotel Herman Bang
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Restaurant Empire
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Scandic The Reef
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Jerry’s
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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Mira Maja Jewellery
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Spar Dame
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VERO MODA
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LuxyKids
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CHANGE Lingerie
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Søstrene Grene
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ONLY
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JACK & JONES
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H&M
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Gerda
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
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DK-Café
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John Bull
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JOY´S PUB
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Flying Hirsch
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Two Step Up v / Brian Jensen
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Bangsbo Brewing Company
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Le Drink
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Nightclubs & after hour spots
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Casino Aalborg
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Rocken
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C Night Club
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Craft cocktails meet dance floor energy on Aalborg's premier nightlife street.
ESCAPE CLUB & Shisha Lounge
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Club Wolf
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Night Cirque
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LouLou Aalborg
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Club Stygge
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Happy Friday
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Skørping Bodega
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Rold Skov Orienteringsklub
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Embark on an orienteering adventure with Rold Skov Orienteringsklub in Denmark's captivating Rold Skov forest.
Mjølner
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Small-town Nibe’s late-night heartbeat, where a compact dance floor, loud party tunes and local crowds turn a quiet fjord town into a lively night out.
Delirium
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Experience the electrifying nightlife at Delirium, Gothenburg's premier night club with pulsating music and vibrant energy.
