Information for teams

Aarhus - Aarhus is the second-largest city in . It is located in the region of Jut- land. - The city is known around the world for its cultural diversity. It was European capital of culture in 2017 and has hosted events such as the Hempel World Championship 2018 and The 2019. - The city has 330.000 inhabitants. The average age in the city is only 37 years. - Aarhus is an old Viking city – originally called Aros.

The Ocean Race in Aarhus - Aarhus was a fly-by on the Volvo Ocean Race 2018-route - The city of Aarhus and the sailing organizations in the city are looking forward to hosting The Ocean Race in 2022.

Getting to Aarhus By train: The central station in Aarhus is located in the middle of the city. Train routes go from and Hamborg().

With airplane: There are several options, if you want to fly to Aarhus. The closest airport is Aarhus Airport (Tirstrup), busses go directly from the airport to Aarhus (50 min. transport). You can also fly to Billund Airport, busses go directly from the airport to Aarhus (1½ hour transport). Copenhagen Airport is also an option. You can take the train directly from the air- port to Aarhus (3½ hour transport).

Getting around in Aarhus The most convenient way to get around in the city is by bike. Citybikes can be rented allover the city. Other convenient transport options are the city-tram “Letbanen” or the local busses, tickets cost 22 kroner each (~3 EUR) The Ocean Race Aarhus Information for teams The Event Venue The Ocean Race-event venue is located in the middle of Aarhus, 1 km. from the central station and 500 meters from the city center.

Accomodation TOR Aarhus offers great deals at our partnerhotels. Contact us with your needs for a tailored offer from one of our partners.

Other hotels and accommodation options can be found at: https://www.visitaar- hus.com/aarhus/where-sleep

Training Camp It is possible to visit Aarhus and take sight of the city and sea before The Ocean Race.

Contact Aarhus International Sailing Center: General Manager Thomas Capitani: [email protected] +45 20 40 84 42 The Ocean Race Aarhus Information for teams General Inquiries and Contact Information Genereal inquiries about The Ocean Race Aarhus can be send to [email protected]

For other inquiries contact:

Stopover Director Commercial Manager Event Manager

Charlotte Kirk Elkjær Jon Koch Hansen Finn Lyck [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] +45 51 57 67 18 + 45 27 14 18 02 + 45 29 20 90 47