Horsens | |
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Coordinates: 55°51′30″N 09°51′00″E / 55.85833°N 9.85000°E | |
Country | Denmark |
Region | Mid Jutland (Midtjylland) |
Municipality | Horsens |
Founded | 12th century |
Area | |
• Urban | 29.7 km2 (11.5 sq mi) |
Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) |
Population (1 January 2024)[1] | |
• Urban | 63,903 |
• Urban density | 2,200/km2 (5,600/sq mi) |
• Gender [2] | 32,092 males and 31,811 females |
Demonym | Horsensianer |
Postal code | DK-8700 Horsens |
Area code | (+45) 7 |
Website | www |
Horsens (Danish pronunciation: [ˈhɒːsn̩s]) is a city on the east coast of the Jutland region of Denmark. It is the seat of the Horsens municipality. The city's population is 63,903 (1 January 2024) and the municipality's population is 97,392 (as of 1 January 2024[update]), making it the 7th largest city in Denmark.[1]
Horsens is best known for its culture and entertainment events. Horsens New Theatre is a cultural centre which holds over 200 events annually. It has managed to draw major names such as Madonna, One Direction, Paul McCartney and The Rolling Stones.[3]