Beautifully situated among lakes, woods, fields and some of Denmark’s highest hills, the Municipality of Skanderborg has a population of 57,000 people. The municipality’s unique situation in the heart of central and eastern Jutland has an important bearing on the lives of those who live and work here. Not many citizens have such beautiful and varied countryside on their doorstep. Because of its central geographical location the Municipality of Skanderborg is a good place to live for people of all ages. In Skanderborg, almost everything is close at hand.
Motorways and excellent bus and train connections allow us to reach all parts of Denmark or to cross its borders within a couple of hours. Together with proactive business policies, its location also makes the Municipality of Skanderborg an excellent choice and a professional collaboration partner for both large and small enterprises.
Skanderborg, the old market town, is the largest town in the municipality, followed by Galten, Hørning and Ry. There are also a number of smaller towns and villages, many of which have active local clubs and associations and a thriving cultural scene. Only very few municipalities can boast three local cinemas, all run by volunteers.
In the Municipality of Skanderborg, the primary needs of the citizens, such as efficient and varied childcare, teaching and eldercare, have high priority. This is a fundamental precondition for ensuring development and growth.
The most important resource is considered to be the citizens and the business community. In many ways, the active and dynamic citizens set the agenda for the municipality’s social, cultural and business development. Together with the attractive location and beautiful countryside, it is the people and the business community that make the Municipality of Skanderborg such a satisfying place to live and work.