Skejby
8200 Aarhus N
Skejby is, outside Århus, best known for Århus University Hospital (Skejby Sygehus) and Ikea. But the area is so much more than that. There are plenty of homes for young people, singles, families with children and the elderly. Yes, the whole palette fills the various households in Skejby.
The area is a good mix of apartment blocks, detached houses and terraced houses. Here you have the opportunity to rent or buy a small terraced house with a garden.
Skejby is located north of Aarhus city center and is known for being a child-friendly and quiet area. And house prices are somewhat cheaper than in the center of Aarhus.
From Skejby it is 5 km to the center of Aarhus and if you don't have a car, there are still plenty of options to get around Aarhus by city bus and light rail.
The area at the University Hospital
There are plenty of institutions and you will find both a public school, private school, kindergartens and nurseries. Higher education is also located here and it is home to a number of large companies. In the large area around Århus University Hospital, many new business domiciles have sprung up in the last 10 years. Companies such as Tryg, Dansk Metal and Vestas Off shore are located here.
Among the more cultural departments, you will also find both DR and TV2 Østjylland located in Skejby.
The area where the University Hospital is located is in constant development and new businesses are constantly popping up along with modern apartment properties. At the same time, it is close to the large and heavily trafficked approach road Randersvej, which merges with Østjyske motorway.
Skejby practical
Parking
Good parking options in relation to the various residential areas and around Skejby.
Free parking spaces when shopping in both Skejby Center and Vericentret.
If you commute and work outside Aarhus, it is easy to get on the motorway, as it is close to Skejby
Public transport
City bus and light rail:
Aarhus University Hospital stops bus: 2A | 6A.
Skejby Center bus: 1A | 6A.
IKEA and Skejby bus 15.
Randersvej bus: 117 | 118 | 200.
Light rail in Skejby stops here:
Aarhus University Hospital | Gr. Skejby Station | Humlehuse Station
Places nearby
Rice forest
Christiansbjerg
Vestereng Forest
Egå Engsø
Skejby on Facebook
Nature at Skejby
Skejby is not the area in Aarhus where you walk around and ooze between shops and restaurants, but on the other hand, there is plenty of opportunity to get to know the neighbors over the hedge. And then it is close to both the forest and the beach.
You are no further than a short bike ride of 5 km from one of the most popular beaches in Aarhus, Bellevue Strand, which is full of life all summer.
If you are more into a walk around the lake, you will find Egå Engsø close to Skejby. The trip around the lake is just over 5 km and there is plenty of opportunity to see some of the many birds that live by the lake.
Forests near Skejby
At Skejby there are 3 forests. Mollerup forest, Vestereng og Brendstrup forest.
If you have a dog, there is the possibility of trips in some of the area's dog forests. There is a dog forest in all 3 forests. However, Vestereng and Brendstrup dog forest are not fenced.
Mollerup forest is located in Skejby with buildings around the forest. Vestereng and Brendstrup forest are located in other districts, but border Skejby.
Purchasing options
Skejby Centre
In addition to having one of East Jutland's largest Føtex, the Skejby Center can also offer several specialist shops and eateries.
Veri Center
Many people from Skejby also shop in the Veri Centre, which has 3 supermarkets, Kvickly, Netto and Fakta. In addition, 18 other specialist shops are located here.
The area by Ikea
Ikea is probably the area in Århus that most Judy people who don't live in the city know. But in addition to Ikea and Ilva, Silvan, Maxi Zoo and Sport24 outlet are also located here.
A little closer to the motorway at Karl Krøyers Vej you will also find Elgiganten, Sunset and Carl's Jr.
Find your next home in Aarhus
Whether you are looking for a room, an apartment or a house, there are several ways to find accommodation in Aarhus. Some landlords advertise on housing portals, others via property administrations or in local Facebook groups.
Click below and see which options suit you best.
Rental homes in Aarhus on Facebook
Many private landlords and roomies share listings in local Facebook groups, often before they reach the major portals. Here you can find everything from rooms to apartments, directly from the landlord.
Housing portals in Aarhus
The major housing portals gather thousands of vacant homes in one place. Here you get an overview, filtering options and direct access to new rentals throughout Aarhus and the surrounding area.
Property administrations in Aarhus
Several large and local landlords only advertise via their own websites. Here you can sign up, get notified about available homes and often be at the front of the queue for the most attractive rentals.
Aarhus districts
Aarhus has many exciting neighborhoods, each with its own atmosphere.
Click through and find the area that suits you best.
