Getting Married in Aabenraa is the perfect choice for couples who want to experience a Danish wedding in a location that is full of life, epitomises that quaint Danish town charm and is easy to get to, especially for those travelling into Denmark from Germany.
Aabenraa is one of Denmark’s quietly popular choices for international couples getting married – last year (2023) they conducted 1300 international weddings at Aabenraa town hall and they predict there will be even more this year!
You might also be interested to read Danish Town Halls for Your Wedding in Denmark.
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Why Get Married in Aabenraa?
Where do we begin?! Aabenraa is a gorgeous harbour town, located at the edge of the Aabenraa fjord. Its quaint streets yet buzzy atmosphere makes it a great location to visit and to get married.
There is plenty to see and do and you really get a sense here of exactly why the Danes are such a happy nation of people.
It is located just a 25 minute drive from the German border, making it an excellent choice for those couples who are hoping to drive up to Denmark from Germany.
Mondays: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Tuesdays: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Wednesdays: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Thursdays: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Aabenraa town hall does sometimes change the times and days that they can hold weddings at short notice – this can be due to how quiet or busy they are or staff availability.
The marriage office will be closed on public holidays.
Should you require them, witnesses are provided by the town hall on Mondays – Thursdays in the morning between 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, at no extra cost.
For weddings after 12:00 pm on these days you must bring your own witnesses.
The town hall can NOT provide witnesses on Fridays.
Aabenraa has a same day response rate.
You must present your documents to the registrar 10 minutes prior to your wedding ceremony. However, you are advised to arrive 30 minutes (and not later than 5 minutes!) prior to your wedding appointment time, to ensure there is sufficient time to check over your documentation prior to your ceremony commencing.
The Look and Feel of Getting Married in Aabenraa
Aabenraa’s town hall is a stunning old building, built between 1828-1830.
Inside the wedding room you will immediately notice all the gorgeous old paintings hanging on the walls – these are the Oldenburg Royal line, with associated queens, from Christian I to Frederik VI. They are incredibly striking and give the wedding room a very historic feel.
The wedding room is a very good size, and can seat between 20-25 guests, but can accommodate up to 50 standing!
So it is a great choice if you plan on bringing your family and friends with you.
That being said, the room manages to maintain a very special and intimate feel for those couples who wish to come alone.
The Aabenraa wedding staff are all incredibly kind, warm and friendly. They are very excited and happy that you chose Aabenraa as your wedding choice and want you to have a really happy and memorable wedding day.
How To Get to Aabenraa
Aabenraa is located in South Jutland, just a 25 minute drive from the German border.
If you were hoping to travel from Germany by train, then it is an approx. 3 hour 20 minute train ride from Hamburg.
If you are flying into Copenhagen, then you can get a train, followed by a very short bus ride to Aabenraa, which would take just over 3 hours.
Top 5 Things to do in Aabenraa
What better place to get married than the capital of the happiest nation in the world!
Apart from having a wonderful time during your wedding ceremony in the lovely City Hall, you can do plenty of things in Copenhagen.
1. Take a walk around Aabenraa’s marina 📍
The marina at Aabenraa is a busy hub of the local area. There are many yacht and sailing clubs here, a restaurant, it’s close to the shops and it is only a short walk from the town centre. There is also a beach, so if you’re lucky enough to be in Aabenraa on a sunny day, you can spend some time down on the sand and dipping your toes in the water too!
2. Visit Museum Sønderjylland 📍
Aabenraa has an incredibly rich and long maritime history and one which the town and its inhabitants are very proud of. A trip to the museum will tell you all you need to know about this wonderful town’s history.
3. The Night Watchman Tour 📍
Up to the mid 1800s, the Watchmen were responsible for maintaining peaceful, calm and safe nights throughout the cities in the Jutland area. While this tradition no longer takes place, it is possible to take a tour through the towns with the local Watchmen. They will tell you of Aabenraa’s history, as well as sharing fun and exciting stories from the local area!
4. Visit Brundlund Castle 📍
Brundlund Castle is Denmark’s smallest castle but that doesn’t mean it’s the least interesting. On the contrary in fact. Brundlund castle hosts a wide variety of art collections – all created by local artists from the South Jutland area.
5. Explore the countryside on a cycle or hiking route 📍
Aabenraa’s countryside is beautiful. It is green and lush, with open fields, woodlands, rivers, fjords and open waters. There is so much to take in and explore that if you have the time and the weather is on your side, hiring a bike or following one of the hiking routes to explore the wider area is a must.
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