Dokk1: Aarhus’ Futuristic Library and Cultural Nexus
Dokk1 is Aarhus’ state-of-the-art library, cultural center, and civic hub on the harborfront, merging innovative architecture, public events, and stunning city views.
Dokk1 is Aarhus’ visionary public library and cultural center, perched on the city’s bustling harborfront. Renowned as Scandinavia’s largest public library, Dokk1 combines cutting-edge architecture, innovative technology, and imaginative public spaces. Visitors can explore vast book collections, striking art installations, interactive children’s zones, and panoramic harbor views under one strikingly modern roof. The building’s versatile spaces often host events, lectures, and exhibitions, making it a dynamic hub for both locals and tourists.
A brief summary to Viborg Miniby
- Lundvej 8, Viborg, 8800, DK
- +4521654711
Local tips
- Don’t miss the outdoor terraces for sweeping views over Aarhus Harbor and the city skyline—an ideal photo spot.
- Families will love the enormous children’s library with creative play spaces and tech exhibits.
- Cultural events and exhibitions happen frequently; check the event boards on arrival.
- A well-stocked café inside serves good coffee, light meals, and pastries with library ambience.
- There’s direct underground parking—useful during busy weekends (fees apply, typical rates 12–24 DKK/hour).
Getting There
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Public Transport
Aarhus is readily accessible from Horsens by frequent regional trains, departing several times per hour. The journey to Aarhus Central Station typically takes 35–40 minutes, with single adult tickets averaging 88–95 DKK. Upon arrival at Aarhus’ main transport hub, Dokk1 is immediately visible by the harborside, a few minutes’ relaxed walk past the city’s open plazas and the prominent ARoS museum dome. The library’s angular, modern façade is an unmistakable landmark along the waterfront.
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Taxi
Taxis from central Horsens to Aarhus typically take 45–55 minutes, depending on traffic, and the fare usually ranges between 900 and 1200 DKK. Journeys end near the harbor, where Dokk1 rises alongside the striking Aarhus waterfront promenade—a short walk from major city landmarks and the bustling station square.
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Driving
Drivers will find straightforward motorway connections from Horsens to central Aarhus, generally taking 40–50 minutes. On arrival, follow signs to Aarhus Harbor—the Dokk1 building stands out by the water’s edge with ample underground parking available directly below (expect 12–24 DKK/hour for parking, with payment at automated kiosks). The vibrant harbor district is well-signed and welcoming to visitors.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Oberst J.C. Lunds Plads
2.0 km
Historic public square anchoring Viborg's Cathedral Quarter and medieval city center.
Vi er Viborg
2.5 km
Experience Danish innovation at Dokk1, Aarhus’ renowned waterfront library and cultural hub, blending architecture, technology, and vibrant community life.
Viborg View
2.9 km
Experience Dokk1, Aarhus’ state-of-the-art library and cultural center, where pioneering architecture meets urban vitality on the scenic waterfront.
Befrielsessten i Ravnstrup
6.1 km
A modest countryside liberation stone near Viborg, quietly commemorating Denmark’s freedom in 1945 amid open fields and a peaceful village setting.
Museum Salling
27.9 km
Dive into Denmark's past at Museum Salling, where Limfjord's heritage comes alive through interactive exhibits, ancient artifacts, and engaging storytelling in scenic Skive.
Bølling Lake
32.2 km
A restored glacial lake offering scenic walks, excellent fishing, and peaceful nature immersion in central Jutland.
Hobro Lystbådehavn
33.3 km
Denmark's premier fjord marina with historic charm and modern comfort.
Store Troldhøj
33.8 km
A cone-shaped summit offering panoramic valley views and a climbing tree in Denmark's scenic lake district.
Hotel Amerika
33.9 km
Experience tranquility and luxury at Hotel Amerika in Hobro, surrounded by the scenic Østerskoven forest and close to the beautiful Mariager Fjord, offering a unique blend of history and modern comfort.
Slotsholmen
34.2 km
Denmark's island of power: nine centuries of royal rule, government, and cultural heritage in Copenhagen's heart.
Springvand
34.2 km
Northern Europe's grandest fountain transforms Silkeborg's lakeside with water jets soaring 33 meters high and mesmerizing evening light shows.
silkeborg
34.4 km
Historic 1871 railway landmark connecting Central Jutland with frequent regional services and heritage charm.
Museum Silkeborg, Papirmuseet
34.5 km
Historic main square in the center of Roskilde, surrounded by vibrant markets, cafés, and the iconic cathedral—where Danish tradition meets everyday city life.
Statue of Michael Drewsen
34.5 km
Bronze tribute to Silkeborg’s founding industrialist, anchoring the historic town square and local traditions at the heart of Denmark’s lake district.
Museum Silkeborg, Hovedgården
34.6 km
Discover Byparkens Legeplads, a lively playground in Roskilde’s city park, blending creative play, family-friendly amenities, and community spirit in an urban green oasis.
Unmissable attractions to see
Undallslund
1.2 km
Expansive forest playground with marked trails, BBQ spots, and dog park near Viborg.
Peak 12 Hotel
2.0 km
Sleek Scandinavian design hotel on the edge of historic Viborg, blending functional comfort, social lobby life and easy access to central Jutland sights.
Digterparken
2.1 km
Leafy Viborg park with orchards, sculptures and dog‑friendly lawns, offering a relaxed, free green escape in easy reach of the city’s historic heart.
Vægtertorvet
2.4 km
A small, newly renewed square beside Viborg’s old guardhouse, where the city’s former night watchmen and its thousand-year story of law and order still echo softly.
Viborg Museum - Administration
2.6 km
Viborg Museum reveals the city’s fascinating evolution through hands-on exhibits, local artifacts, and engaging displays, nestled in the historic core of Viborg’s old town.
Latinerhaven
2.6 km
A fragrant historical oasis where fire-scarred earth bloomed into Viborg's most peaceful garden.
Museum Wibergis
2.6 km
Autumn 2026: Step into 1000 years of Danish power struggles through vivid animation and immersive storytelling.
Skovgaard Museum in Viborg
2.7 km
An intimate art museum in Viborg’s former baroque town hall, celebrating the Skovgaard family’s Golden Age landscapes, church art and living artistic legacy.
Søparken
2.7 km
Atmospheric living museum in a historic 1820s papermill, featuring live demonstrations, hands-on crafts, and working steam machines in rural Viborg.
Sortebrødre Plads
2.7 km
A quiet little square in Viborg’s historic centre, where echoes of the Black Friars meet everyday city life between cathedral, church and cobbled streets.
Viborg Cathedral
2.7 km
Twin‑towered granite cathedral with a 900‑year‑old crypt, royal history and Joakim Skovgaard’s vivid biblical frescoes at the heart of Viborg’s old quarter.
Domkirkekvarteret i Viborg
2.7 km
Walk through Viborg’s Cathedral Quarter, where cobbled lanes, old townhouses and the granite cathedral weave a thousand years of Danish power, faith and law into one intimate streetscape.
Willow Garden
2.8 km
A small willow-framed oasis in central Viborg, perfect for a short, tranquil pause amid trees, lawns and soft light between the city’s historic sights.
Bible Garden
2.8 km
A living biblical library where over 100 scriptural plants bloom in thematic beds within historic Borgvold park.
Viborg Kunsthal
2.9 km
Contemporary art in an 18th‑century lakeside distillery, Viborg Kunsthal blends bold exhibitions, residencies and events with a relaxed café and green surroundings.
Essential places to dine
Familie Cafeen Thai Take Away
1.2 km
Unfussy, family-run Thai takeaway in a Viborg neighbourhood, serving fragrant curries and wok dishes at wallet-friendly prices for easy, flavourful evenings.
Queens Corner
1.4 km
Classic Danish grill-bar comfort on Viborg’s ring road, serving hearty hot dogs, burgers and fries in a relaxed, family-friendly setting every day.
Sunset Boulevard
1.8 km
Danish-style fast food on Holstebrovej, serving freshly made burgers, sandwiches and signature seasoned fries in a bright, casual setting all day.
Restaurant Flammen
1.9 km
Hearty all-you-can-eat grill buffet in a former Viborg barracks, blending rustic warmth, family-friendly comforts and flexible group dining under one spacious roof.
Den Kinesiske Mur
1.9 km
All‑you‑can‑eat Chinese and Asian buffet with Mongolian barbecue, sushi and dessert bar in a spacious, family‑friendly setting on Tingvej in Viborg.
Restaurant The Grill Viborg
1.9 km
Big, family-friendly grill and buffet inside Viborg’s Bowl’n’Fun, serving hearty roasts, salads, brunch favorites and desserts in a lively, group-ready setting.
Wild & Raw
1.9 km
Bright, casual vegan sportscafé in Viborg’s Tingvej complex, serving plant-based comfort food and coffee to athletes, locals and curious travellers alike.
Det Glade Vanvid Viborg
2.0 km
All-inclusive social dining in Viborg, where a seasonal gourmet menu, curated wines and relaxed Nordic design come together for long, convivial evenings.
Carl's Jr. Viborg
2.0 km
Flame-grilled American burgers and crispy chicken in the heart of Viborg's shopping district.
Vesterbro Pub
2.1 km
Experience the best of Danish nightlife at Vesterbro Pub - where great drinks meet vibrant atmosphere in Viborg.
Viborg Pizzaria
2.2 km
Casual, no-nonsense pizza and Italian-style comfort food on central Vesterbrogade, perfect for quick sit-in meals or convenient takeaway in historic Viborg.
Konge Buffet
2.2 km
Relaxed all-you-can-eat Asian buffet in Viborg, blending Chinese dishes, Mongolian barbecue and sushi in a spacious, family-friendly setting.
Viborg City Rooms
2.2 km
Homely, self-catering guesthouse rooms with garden and terrace, quietly tucked in central Viborg just a short walk from the cathedral, museums and lakes.
Crispy Chicken
2.3 km
Quick, casual fried chicken and pizza in central Viborg—affordable fast-food convenience.
Khawand Pizzaria
2.3 km
Quarter-century pizzeria serving authentic Italian pizza and grilled specialties with genuine hospitality.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Danmission Op Shop
1.4 km
Spacious Viborg charity thrift warehouse where bargain-hunting, reuse and global-minded giving come together under one practical, volunteer-run roof.
Dansk
1.7 km
Accessible, family-focused fashion in Viborg, offering practical Danish everyday clothing, outerwear and basics for all ages under one roof on Livøvej.
COW CONCEPT I / S
1.8 km
A cozy Viborg showroom where an online design shop comes to life through tactile bags, jewelry and accessories in a calm, curated studio setting.
The Old Garage
1.9 km
Characterful little vintage store in a former Viborg garage, where retro Danish furnishings, quirky curios and nostalgic finds wait behind an unassuming suburban door.
NORMAL Viborg, Viborg Storcenter
2.1 km
Bright, budget-friendly and packed with everyday essentials, NORMAL Viborg in Viborg Storcenter offers a quick, quirky shopping stop inside a modern Danish mall.
Eleganza Eterna
2.2 km
A compact Viborg fashion boutique blending Scandinavian simplicity with elegant, curated womenswear and accessories just off the city’s historic heart.
Antik Og Gammel
2.3 km
A cosy antique trove in Viborg’s old town, where Danish vintage finds, homely charm and slow browsing turn a quick stop into a small journey back in time.
Rashed
2.3 km
A straightforward neighborhood store on Jernbanegade in central Viborg, offering everyday essentials and a quick, no-fuss stop amid the town’s lived-in streets.
Viborg Stjerne Marked
2.4 km
Compact neighborhood mini‑market and halal butcher in Viborg’s historic center, blending everyday Danish staples with Middle Eastern flavors and friendly local service.
Viborg Vest Marked
2.4 km
Viborg's authentic market hall celebrating seasonal produce, organic goods, and local artisanal specialties.
Søster Laura
2.4 km
Viborg's dedicated sanctuary for retro gaming collectors and nostalgic console enthusiasts.
Kop & Kande
2.4 km
Specialist homeware and kitchenware in Viborg's town centre, staffed by passionate experts.
Rituals
2.4 km
Luxury wellness rituals inspired by Eastern traditions, transforming everyday self-care into meaningful moments.
JACK & JONES
2.4 km
Central Viborg menswear stop for denim, casual staples and smart-casual outfits, set right on Sankt Mathias Gade beside the Sct. Mathias shopping center.
Garnshoppen
2.4 km
A cosy central Viborg knit shop where colourful yarns, expert advice and inspiring patterns come together for creative makers of all levels.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Mødestedet Viborg ApS
1.1 km
Cosy local bar and meeting place in Viborg, blending classic Danish pub vibes with flexible space for social events, dance evenings and everyday gatherings.
Zwei Grosse Bier Bar
2.1 km
High-energy après-ski style beer bar in central Viborg, pouring big drafts, loud music and late-night party vibes with free entry and group-friendly seating.
Roxy Malt Viborg
2.3 km
Cosy Irish-style pub in central Viborg with specialty beers, cocktails, live music and a relaxed, grown-up atmosphere for unhurried nights out.
Terminalen I/S v/Carl Erik Agnskov M.Fl.
2.3 km
Unpretentious central Viborg bar with friendly staff, late weekend hours, affordable drinks and occasional karaoke nights in a laid-back pub setting.
CRAVE Bar
2.3 km
Cosy Viborg bodega and karaoke bar where cold beers, pool games and sing-along nights blend into an easygoing, late-night local hangout.
Sportspub Målet
2.4 km
Classic Danish sports bodega in central Viborg, where cold beer, big matches, karaoke and late-night hygge keep the lights on long after the final whistle.
Tema Bar
2.4 km
A loud, late‑night party bar in central Viborg with colorful lights, mainstream beats and no‑frills drinks, perfect for weekend dancing and a casual night out.
Rabalder Bar Viborg
2.4 km
Casual, colorful bar energy in the heart of Viborg’s old town, blending easygoing Danish hygge with lively late-night drinks and sociable weekend parties.
Café Børsen
2.4 km
A long‑standing Viborg café‑bar where Danish hygge, history and late‑night drinks meet in one cozy, central hangout on Gravene.
Bodega Hegnet
2.5 km
Viborg's cozy neighborhood bar where affordable drinks, free pool, and live music create genuine local warmth.
Rockabilly Bar
2.5 km
Craft beer meets 1950s rock and roll in Viborg's most distinctive beer bar.
Mathias Kælderen
2.5 km
Cosy cellar bar in central Viborg offering hygge-filled evenings, rustic charm and relaxed drinks just steps below the historic streets of Sankt Mathias Gade.
Ølluminati Brewbar
2.6 km
Microbrewery bar in Viborg’s old town, serving ever-changing small-batch craft beers and ciders in a cozy, quirky setting with a relaxed, music-filled atmosphere.
Holms Vinotek
2.6 km
Curated wines and artisanal tapas in a historic pharmacy turned sophisticated gathering place.
Bistro Byens Hjørne v/Evald Scherer Laursen
14.8 km
Cozy corner bistro in central Rødkærsbro, serving straightforward food, cold beers and small‑town Danish atmosphere in a friendly neighborhood bar setting.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
ANDERS LAUSTSEN A/S
1.2 km
Compact, casual late-night bar and dance spot in Viborg, offering simple drinks, music, and a local Danish nightlife vibe just beyond the historic center.
Der Kuhstall Mønsted
11.8 km
Rural barn vibes meet late-night beats at this countryside nightclub near Viborg, where casual crowds, strong drinks and a compact dance floor power the weekend.
Buddy Holly
32.0 km
Late-night disco hub in central Hobro, where locals and visitors pack the dance floor to chart hits, lights and drinks until the early hours.
Kedelhuset
34.5 km
Kedelhuset: Silkeborg’s buzzing live music and culture venue, blending industrial heritage with creative energy in the lively riverside Papirfabrikken district.
Riverboat Jazz Festival
34.5 km
Scandinavia’s celebrated Riverboat Jazz Festival: riverside concerts, boat gigs, and open-air revelry set against Silkeborg’s scenic lakes and vibrant summer spirit.
B'sharp - Silkeborg Rhythm Og Blues Association
34.8 km
Volunteer-run blues stronghold in central Silkeborg, where intimate weekend concerts, affordable drinks and close-up performances keep rhythm & roots music alive.
Rustik & Flamingo
40.6 km
Rustik & Flamingo offers upscale cocktails and a vibrant late-night dance floor, making it one of Randers’ premier nightlife and party destinations.
Jagtbar Randers
40.6 km
A lively late-night bar in Randers’ city center known for its dynamic events, energetic crowds, and welcoming atmosphere—a favorite for unforgettable nights out.
Tante Olga - Bar
40.7 km
Beloved for its dynamic live music, unique ambiance, and lively events, Tante Olga is a cornerstone of Randers nightlife and a top local destination for music lovers.
Randers Rave
41.2 km
Compact, bass-heavy nightclub in Randers NØ, where an unassuming façade hides a late-night dance floor fueled by rave-inspired lights, DJs and high energy.
Mariager Sejlklub
42.7 km
Experience the laid-back maritime charm of Mariager Sejlklub, where local sailing culture meets tranquil fjord views on Denmark’s scenic Mariager Fjord.
Piano Herning
44.0 km
Experience Herning’s vibrant nightlife in a cozy piano bar with live music, great cocktails, and classic Danish hospitality in the center of town.
Bart
44.0 km
Stylish cocktail bar in central Herning, renowned for inventive drinks, cheerful ambiance, and generous opening hours—an essential stop for experiencing the city’s modern nightlife.
Murphy's Pub
44.1 km
Traditional Irish pub in the center of Herning, Denmark, featuring welcoming atmosphere, live music, a variety of beers and whiskies, and lively sports viewing.
Fermaten
44.2 km
Experience Herning’s vibrant music scene at Fermaten, the city’s top venue for live concerts, cultural events, and dynamic nights out in central Jutland.
