Aalborg is a charming city full of contrasts: From ancient Vikings through Middle Age and renaissance buildings to an international city full of modern architecture and culture.
The award winning harbour front, where cruise ships dock at Aalborg Royal Cruise Berth, is situated only 200 meters, from the main square, encircled by 300 special shops in a cosy and welcoming atmosphere.
Beautiful approaches are always a superb kick-off to a fantastic stay. In Aalborg, the approach starts two hours prior to berthing with a fabulous scenic fjord cruise – passing endless cornfields en route. Reaching the unique port of Aalborg, guests will arrive at the waterfront with innovative world-class architecture and exciting park areas.
Royal Cruise Berth: 0 meters
City Cruise Terminal: 1,5 km
Transportation to/from airport
5 km to Aalborg Airport. Several daily flights to and from Copenhagen/Billund/Aarhus plus international flights.
Connecting buses to the airport from the main railway station.
Currency
Danish Kroner DKK
Transport to/from city center
Free shuttle service
City maps
Are always avalibe for guest at the pier
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Max LOA: 250 m Max depth: 9,0 m Type of berth (passenger, cargo, bulk traffic): Cruise/passengerFenders available (brand and type): Rubber tiresBollard strength: SWL 40 t and 80 tLearn more
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Pier 3014-152
Max LOA: 250 mMax depth: 7,5 m Type of berth (passenger, cargo, bulk traffic): CargoFenders available (brand and type): Rubber tiresBollard strength: SWL 40 tLearn more
Pier 4050-62
Max LOA: 2 x 250 mMax depth: 6 m Type of berth (passenger, cargo, bulk traffic): Passenger/cruiseFenders available (brand and type): Rubber tiresBollard strength: SWL 40 t and 80 t Learn more
Pier 4110
Max LOA: 250 mMax depth: 9,3 mType of berth (passenger, cargo, bulk traffic): CargoFenders available (brand and type): Rubber tiresBollard strength: SWL 40 tLearn more
There are currently no COVID-19 restrictions in any of the 31 Cruise Baltic destinations.
If the situation changes, this section will be updated with the necessary information regarding each port and destination.
Smaller retail shops are closed on Sundays and bank holidays, but department stores and leading cafees, bars and restaurants are open in the city center.
Shops offer flexible opening hours for cruise guests
Port
Independent guest reception and help
Local life and events with locals
Mailbox available
Signed walking route from pier to city centre and/or public transport
Tourist information
Money exchange in port area
Just across the main square (200 meters).
Free city maps
Destination collaboration/shore excursions
Local cruise network
Cruise network between port, destination and the municipality.
Take a walk down Aalborg’s waterfront
before or after a great meal. Stroll
through the beautiful Jomfru Ane Park
with the harbour pool, experience the
Utzon Center or sit on the stairs right
by the fjord, take in the ambiance.
Park of Music – ‘The Singing Trees’
In Kildeparken, you have the unique
possibility of activating trees playing
music from artists that have performed
in Aalborg.
Take a walk through the streets of Aalborg and experience history at close range. Renaissance mansions, Baroque – and modern architecture and shady dungeons… Aalborg has it all!
Aalborg City Highlights
The scene is set for a number of Aalborg’s
top attractions on this exciting trip.
Aalborg Beerwalk
Relish some of the city’s juiciest, quirky
stories on this very special walk, Aalborg
Beerwalk.
The Relentless Battle of the Lighthouse
Rubjerg Knude lighthouse is a splendid example of how man can’t beat nature.
Enjoy the amazing view from the top of the lighthouse; experience one of the
north coasts most idyllic fishing villages, now populated by artisans with their
handcraft workshops and galleries.
‘Someone had to do Something’
The unlikely and astonishing event during one of Denmark’s darkest periods of
World War 2; the first, Danish, resistance movement started here in Aalborg, by
teenagers. Visit the scenes where they operated and hear their fascinating story
Sustainable Experience: Aalborg by Bike
Experience Aalborg and its locals from a sustainable bike. Meet some of the
locals most preferred leisure areas and enjoy a picnic stop with light
refreshments.
The NORDIC BIG 5
We invite you for a ‘hunt’ in the largest protected Danish wilderness - a cornucopia of experiences for nature lovers.
Meet the Thrysøe Family
The Thrysøe Vineyard family invites you in for a warm and pleasant experience,
to one of the world’s most northerly vineyards where you can taste their 2020
European award-winning Danish ‘Champagne’.
Voergaard Castle
Experience Denmark’s most beautiful Renaissance Castle, home to a fabulous
collection of priceless art treasures and scary ghost stories.