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Aalborg experiences moderate, cool temperatures most of the year. The busiest time of the year are the summer months (June to August), when streets are filled with locals and visitors enjoying the sunshine and warm weather. This is peak tourist season, and many local concerts and festivals add an air of festiveness and merriment to the atmosphere. Autumn (September to November) sees the city going into a short hibernation before bursting back to life in December, with evening Christmas markets and festive cheer drawing in December holidaymakers. Spring time (March to May) is the ideal time to visit Aalborg, as winter temperatures start to rise in favour of the warmer weather, and the local flowers start to bloom. Tourist crowds during spring are noticeably smaller than during summer, and visitors can enjoy having the city all to themselves, while taking advantage of the lower spring rates that hotels offer.

South Africans do require a visa to enter Denmark. As Denmark is part of Schengen territory, South Africans need a Schengen Visa for entry to Denmark. Ensure your passport is valid and will remain valid for at least 3 months after the intended duration of stay. Leave plenty of time for visa processing before departure. Ensure you have at least 2 blank pages in your passport for visa stamps. Passports may not be older than 10 years.

For more information regarding the visa application process and required documentation, please contact the Danish Embassy in South Africa:

Parioli Office Park, Block B2

1166 Park Street

Hatfield

0083

Pretoria

Tel: 27 (0) 12 430 9340

Denmark enjoys an extremely high standard of living and crime across the country is scarce. Incoming tourists can, however, encourage opportunists and pick pockets to try their luck. It is encouraged to keep an eye on valuables and possessions, particularly in busy and crowded areas. Keep a firm hold on your handbag as bag-snatching is a possibility, and avoid keeping wallets and cell phones in backpacks that can be discreetly opened. The city is extremely safe to walk through during the day and at night, but exercise caution if walking the streets after hours. Avoid walking alone and walking down dark or deserted roads.

Being primarily a student city, Aalborg is filled to the brim with buzzing, trendy bars, live concerts and shows and drinks specials. Jomfru Ane Gade, Aalborg’s most famous street, is well-known in Denmark for being the longest street of non-stop bars and pubs in Scandinavia! Accommodation here will place you right in the heart of the excitement and hustle and bustle of local nightlife. Restaurants, bars and nightclubs as well as trendy boutique shops make this street the hippest place to stay in Aalborg.

If you are seeking a quieter, more mature atmosphere, seek accommodation in the city centre to be within walking distance to all of Aalborg’s best historical sights, like Aalborg Historical Museum. Alternatively, if you are looking for something a bit more upbeat than the city centre but not quite as rowdy as Jomfru Ane Gade, the trendy local Waterfront offers stylish hotels and luxurious apartments for rent. Guests are within walking distance to upmarket restaurants and bars overlooking the harbour.

The best way to enjoy the sights of the city centre is by walking on foot. If you would like to travel a little further around the city, however, Aalborg has an excellent bus system. Buses follow pre-set routes around the city and a ticket starts at about 20 Kr. Bicycle hire is also very popular, and the city has an integrated bike scheme with parking spots for cyclists. You may borrow a bike from any one of the 20 bike stands in the city, and hire it for the day by making a 20 Kr deposit. Once returned safely, you may get your deposit back.

Taxis are also available throughout the city, and are safe and convenient to catch, particularly if you out late and do not wish to walk back to your hotel.