Why choose Aarhus?

Aarhus has provided the setting for a large number of different sports events. From major international ones to very small ones indeed.

Since 1995 Aarhus has effected dedicated and expert efforts via Sport Aarhus Events for the purpose of attracting sports events. It is events such as the UEFA European Under-21 Championship, the Women's European Handball Championship, the World Standard Championships, the World Orienteering Championship, the Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship, the European Table-Tennis Championships, and the large number of other sports events held here which have made Aarhus one of Denmark's most preferred venues when it comes to hosting both national and international sports events.

Several internationally renowned football clubs have located their pre-season preparations in Aarhus, including Manchester City, Manchester United, and FC Barcelona. And Aarhus was the host venue for the draw for the UEFA European under-21 tournament in February 2009.

Aarhus is recognised as the city of partnerships. When holding major international sports events, it is by means of partnerships that the city can execute events to the highest professional standards, including the provision of attractive facilities for athletes, officials and fans from out of town both during the actual tournament activities and for some well-deserved time-off in between competitions.

For the UEFA European Under-21 Championship in 2011, more than 450 volunteers were involved in the execution of the tournament. For the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in 2006 in excess of 600 volunteers assisted at this event.