Underrated European Cities That Are Cheaper and Less Crowded Than Paris

40. Aarhus, Denmark – Jutland's Cultural & Culinary Delight

Step aside, Copenhagen! Aarhus, Denmark's second-largest city, offers a compelling blend of Viking history, cutting-edge modern architecture (like the ARoS Art Museum with its rainbow panorama roof), and a burgeoning New Nordic culinary scene, all with a more relaxed and often more affordable vibe. Explore the charming Latin Quarter, the Den Gamle By open-air museum, or the innovative Dokk1 library. With beautiful beaches and forests nearby, Aarhus provides a vibrant yet manageable city experience, perfect for discovering Danish design, history, and hygge without the capital's crowds.