Aarhus Custom House, 19th-century administrative building at Aarhus Harbor, Denmark
The red brick structure features a central square tower with two lower polygonal towers and precise diagonal brickwork patterns on the exterior walls.
Completed in 1898 by architect Hack Kampmann, the Custom House served as the fourth iteration of customs buildings in Aarhus due to growing trade needs.
The interior walls display maritime-themed paintings by Karl Hansen Reistrup, incorporating sea creatures, coats of arms, and nautical references throughout the building.
Located directly on the waterfront near the light rail system, the former customs office now functions as a restaurant open to the public.
The building's design draws inspiration from Château de Chaumont in France, evidenced by Kampmann's 1882 pencil drawings during his study trip.
Location: Aarhus Municipality
Inception: 1897
Architects: Hack Kampmann
Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture
GPS coordinates: 56.15550,10.21310
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:30
Aarhus Cathedral
217 m
Dokk1
228 m
Viking Museum
281 m
Train
350 m
KØN - Gender Museum Denmark
218 m
Occupation Museum
234 m
Old City Hall
234 m
Domkirkepladsen 1
266 m
Juul's House
314 m
Saint Clement Bridge
291 m
Stykgodspakhuset
71 m
Thorup's Kælder
315 m
Rømerhus
299 m
Trods Katholm
230 m
Aarhus Craftmen's Association's Asylum
266 m
Hans Broge's House
234 m
St. Olufs Cemetery
322 m
Rosensgade 38
389 m
Frederiksbroen
408 m
Equestrian statue of Christian X
243 m
Aarhus Theatre
145 m
Telefonsmøgen
362 m
Den Hvide Bygning
172 m
Europa House
170 m
Århus Havnehus
385 m
Den Røde Bygning
148 m
Busgadehuset
428 m
Posthussmøgen
277 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes