Hack Kampmann's buildings in Aarhus
More than anyone else, the Danish architect Hack Kampmann made his glorious mark on the city Aarhus during a very active period around 1900.
This page will give you an overview of his most influential and important buildings in Aarhus.
He arrived in Aarhus in 1892 as the newly appointed Royal Inspector of Listed State Buildings in Jutland. From 1897 to 1906 he was behind the erection of a superb array of large monumental public buildings, not least of which is the Marselisborg Palace, built between 1899 and 1902, which is his best known work.
Today the palace is the Royal family’s summer residence.
Toldboden
Discover The Aarhus Custom House - an architectural gem from 1897 designed by Hack Kampmann, set in the city’s modern harbour district.
Aarhus Cathedral School
Aarhus Cathedral School is one of the oldest schools in Denmark and is located in the heart of Aarhus – a historic building and an important part of the city's cultural heritage.
Aarhus Theatre
The Aarhus Theatre is a historic theater in the heart of Aarhus. With 4 stages and a total of 1,200 seats it is one of the most popular cultural attractions in Aarhus. The listed building just opposite the Cathedral was designed by the architect Hack Kampmann, and was inaugurated in 1900. The Theatre has an all-embracing repertoire during the season from early September until mid-June, including some 15 of its own productions and also a few guest performances.
The Danish National Business Archives
The Danish National Business Archives was erected 1898-1902 by Royal surveyor, architect Hack Kampmann.
Villa Kampen
In the 1902, Hack Kampmann built a house for himself and his family on the Beach Road. Villa Kampen, which the house was called, is strongly influenced by the English architecture.
Marselisborg Palace
Marselisborg Palace is the Summer and Christmas residence of the Danish Royal family. When the Royal family is in residence at the Palace, the Changing of the Guard by the Life Guard takes place at noon every day.