Aarhus is a city located on the eastern shore of Jutland in Denmark, situated along the Kattegat sea. It serves as the seat of Aarhus Municipality and is positioned approximately 187 kilometres (116 mi) northwest of the capital city, Copenhagen.
As the second-largest city in Denmark, Aarhus has an urban population of 305,227 as of 2026. The city serves as a significant regional hub within the country's geographic and administrative landscape.