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Summer University Residence Information

 

Chokoladen

Paludan Müllers Vej 4, 8200 Aarhus N

Note: The Summer University residence information pages are currently being updated


This website provides important information about your residence as a participant in AU Summer University. 

If you do not find answers to your questions here or in your housing folder, please contact AU Housing.

Facts and pictures

DormitoryDormitory shared by Danish and international students.
Housing options
  • An apartment consisting of 2 single rooms sharing kitchen and bathroom. 
Bathroom and kitchen Semi-Private (Shared with one person)
Shared facilities 

Common room, a TV room and a laundry room.

Find more information under the tab "Common areas".

Internet

The internet cost is included in price. AU Housing provides a router.

Find more information under the tab "Internet".

Laundry

The laundry cost of approx. 65 DKK/month is included in the price.

Find more information under the tab "Laundry".

Terms and conditions

By accepting the housing offer provided by AU Housing, I accept that:

  • The price includes a 200 DKK non-refundable booking fee.
  • I can cancel my housing up to 14 days after the date I accepted the housing offer. Cancellations made after 14 days will not be refunded. Cancellation must be sent to [email protected].
  • All communication regarding my housing will be by email, and I will therefore check my email (including my spam folder) regularly.
  • I will sign a housing contract, a key agreement and possibly an internet agreement upon arrival.
  • My room/apartment is for my personal use only. I am therefore not allowed to sublet or have overnight visitors.
  • I will make sure that I know and respect the house rules of my residence. I will ask my landlord or caretaker as well as my fellow dorm- or housemates about the house rules.
  • I will take part in cleaning the common areas in my residence. I will ask my landlord or caretaker as well as my fellow dorm- or housemates about the cleaning agreements.
  • Smoking is not allowed either in my room/apartment or in the common areas.
  • Pets are not allowed either in my room/apartment or in the common areas.
  • I will make sure that I know and respect the latest moving-out date and time. I will check my housing offer and contract.
  • I will clear and clean my housing according to the instructions given by AU Housing. If not done sufficiently, I will be charged a cleaning and/or a garbage fee.
  • I will leave my housing in the same condition as I received it. If my housing (including furniture) is left with damages, I will be charged the cost of repairs.

Preparation and arrival

Pre-arrival email, webinar and form

Pre-arrival email
Approx. two weeks before the start date of your housing contract, you will receive a pre-arrival email to help you prepare for your stay in Aarhus. This email will include an invitation to our pre-arrival webinar as well as a short-term housing contract and an internet agreement that you must sign and submit via the pre-arrival form.

In 2026 we will send the pre-arrival emails on:

Term 115 June 2026
Term 21 July 2026


Pre-arrival webinar
The pre-arrival email will contain an invitation to our pre-arrival webinar. This webinar will go through the next steps and help you prepare for your stay in Aarhus. You will also be able to ask general question about housing and living in Aarhus. 

In 2026 the pre-arrival webinar dates are:

Term 117 June 202613.00 - 14.00 (CEST)
Term 23 July 202613.00 - 14.00 (CEST)


Pre-arrival form
The pre-arrival email will contain a link to the pre-arrival form. Through this form, you are asked to provide your arrival date and key collection information, and upload your signed housing contract and internet agreement.

Please note that submitting the pre-arrival form is a prerequisite to collect your key.

In 2026 the deadlines for submitting the pre-arrival form are:

Term 119 June 2026
Term 2 July 2026

What to bring or buy

We advise you to bring or buy:

  • Bed sheet, pillow case and duvet cover (mandatory)*
  • Towels, dishcloths and kitchen towels
  • Hand soap, dish soap, cleaning supplies and toilet paper (some residences may provide this)
  • Decorations to make it feel like home (be aware that not all residences allow drilling in the wall)

* See measurements under the tab "Furniture and kitchen equipment"

What not to bring or buy:

All rooms offered via AU Housing have basic furniture such as a bed, a table, a chair, a lamp and storage. If a router is needed, AU Housing will provide one.

AU Housing provides a duvet and pillow for each tenant. For sustainability reasons, these items are reused. If you prefer not to use the provided duvet and pillow, we recommend that you bring your own. Please remember to bring covers for the provided items.

Your kitchen will be equipped with basic kitchen utensils such as forks, knives, spoons, plates, glasses, cups, pot(s) and pan(s). We do not provide kitchen equipment such as coffee machines, rice cookers, boilers or similar. If you need this type of equipment, you must buy or bring it. 

Find more information under the tab "Furniture and kitchen equipment".

Arrival and key collection

You can collect your key in the reception at the International Centre. The address is:

Høegh-Guldbergs Gade 4A
8000 Aarhus C

You can collect your key from 14.00 on the first date of your housing period. 

You can collect the key during our regular opening hours (Monday - Friday, 12.00 - 14.00) or our extended opening hours (see below - additional hours may be added). 

Opening hours in term 1

Date

Opening hours 

Wednesday

1 July 2026

14.00 - 16.00

Thursday

2 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Friday

3 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Saturday

4 July 2006

12.00 - 14.00

Sunday

5 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Monday

And the following workdays...

6 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Opening hours in term 2

Date

Opening hours 

Wednesday

15 July 2026

14.00 - 16.00

Thursday

16 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Friday

17 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Monday

20 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Tuesday

21 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Wednesday

22 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Thursday

23 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Friday

24 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Saturday

25 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Sunday 

26 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Monday

And the following workdays...

27 July 2026

12.00 - 14.00

Arriving outside opening hours

If you arrive outside our opening hours, you can ask someone to collect your key for you. If you do not know anyone, you can search for someone to help you via the WhatsApp group (you will receive the link in an information email from the AU Summer University team). 

If you are unable to collect your keys during opening hours and cannot find someone to help you, we will arrange an alternative solution. We recommend that you keep trying until you receive the pre-arrival email. If you are still unable to find help, please inform us via the pre-arrival form.

Directions

The easiest way to find your way around both Aarhus and Denmark is with the “Rejseplanen” (Journey Planner). You can either download an app or use their online version.

Find more information about getting around via the button below. 

Moving-in checklist

Upon arrival at your residence, please conduct a thorough inspection of your housing as you must submit a moving-in checklist within 3 working days after your arrival.

Cleaning of common areas in shared apartments

Your roommate might have moved in before your arrival and used the common areas. If this is the case, the common areas might not be as clean as they were when your roommate moved in.

We ask both of you to keep the common areas, such as the kitchen and bathroom, clean and tidy at all times. Please do not leave any dishes unwashed. It is your responsibility, in cooperation with your roommate, to clean the kitchen, fridge, oven, and bathroom weekly. 

During your stay

Keys and chips

You have received 3 keys and 3 laundry chips (approx):

  • The keys are for the main entrance, your room and locker to storage
  • The chips are for the common room, TV room and storage room

When you move out the original keys noted in the signed key agreement must be returned. If you lose any keys or the returned keys are copies of the original, you must pay for lock conversion and/or key replacement (up to 6000 DKK).

What is the key tag for?

Make sure to remember your keys and keep them safe

When leaving your room and residence, please be aware that the doors might automatically lock behind you. If this is the case, please remember to bring your keys with you at all times. 

Please note, that if you lose your key, you will be charged up to 6000 DKK to cover the expenses of lock conversion and/or key replacement.

If you lose your key, please find relevant information under the tab "In case of emergency". 

Caretaker

The caretaker's office i located at Paludan Müllers Vej 46A. 

The caretaker is responsible for electricity, water, heat, drains and the general condition of the residence. 

AU Housing is responsible for furniture and kitchen equipment.

We encourage you to contact your caretaker as soon as possible after moving in, so he can introduce you to the building, the waste sorting system, and more.

In case of emergency

Lost your key? Electrical problems? Plumbing, sewer or drain problems? Broken window? Heating problems? Another emergency related to your residence?

Outside working hours:

Lost your key? Locksmith (Byens Låseservice): +45 8610 6500
NB: Be aware of the costs

Other urgent* matters? Emergency service (Vagtordning):  +45 8830 0112

*You can call the emergency service with matters of the utmost urgency e.g. water damage, fire or break-in. 

House rules

Make sure that you are aware of and follow the house rules during your stay. 

House rules at Chokoladen

All residents are jointly responsible for the maintenance of peace and order in the building. All residents are obliged to comply with the regulations given by the department board and the housing association's board of directors.
These regulations also apply to guests, as every resident is liable for their guests' behaviour at Chokoladen. 

All residents must contribute to good order in the common area rooms. It is prohibited to keep bicycles, garbage, furniture or other items in the common area rooms. Where a violation of this rule can be traced back to one person, this person will be charged for the damage. 

All tenants must exercise general consideration in relation to noise levels. On weekdays, no loud or noisy activities are allowed after 11:00 pm. During the weekend, no loud activities are allowed after 01:00 am. Remember to show extra consideration in the exam periods from May-June and December-January.

Pets are not allowed in the building. Do not mount aerials, satellites, etc. 

Parking of bicycles is only allowed on the designated parking areas. It is prohibited to park in front of the mailboxes, containers and inside the building. 

In case a resident breaches the house rules, residents can file written complaints to the Administration, which will then send a written warning to the resident in question. In case of repeated and serious breaches, the matter may be handed over to the residents' complaints board or the lease terminated.

If it has been more than 5 minutes past the reserved time slot for laundry and no one is using the machines, other residents are allowed to take over the washer and dryer.

Cleaning

We advise you to clean your bedroom weekly as this helps to limit damages and excessive wear.

As you are living in a shared apartment, you must keep the common areas, such as the kitchen and bathroom, clean and tidy at all times.

Cleaning of common areas in shared apartments 

If you are living in a shared apartment, you must keep the common areas, such as the kitchen and bathroom, clean and tidy at all times. Please do not leave any dishes unwashed. It is your responsibility, in cooperation with your roommate, to clean the kitchen, fridge, oven, and bathroom weekly. 

Please note that if you move out before or after your roommate, you will have full responsibility for the cleanliness of the common areas during your moving-out inspection.

Waste sorting and "Pant"

Waste sorting

In Denmark, sorting and recycling waste and garbage is an everyday practice. By sorting our waste properly, we can contribute towards its reuse. Materials such as glass, plastic, metal, paper and small cardboard items can be recycled and transformed into new products.

Residual waste should always be disposed of in trash bags, securely tied with a knot.

Please ensure that you are familiar with the waste sorting process. If needed, you can ask the caretaker or your dorm mates to locate the appropriate containers.


"Pant" (the Danish deposit and return system)

"Pant" is a Danish system for recycling cans and bottles. Each time you buy drinks in cans or bottles with a deposit mark, you pay a deposit named 'pant'. 

You get your deposit back by returning empty cans and bottles using reversed vending machines in your local supermarket.

The Danish deposit mark is a series of dots under two arrows in a circle. The letter in the deposit mark indicates how much you pay and therefore, how much you will get back when returning the bottle.

Furniture and kitchen equipment

The furniture and kitchen equipment in your residence is provided by AU Housing.

If any of the furniture or kitchen equipment is missing or damaged when you move in, please contact AU Housing. 

The furniture and kitchen equipment must be left in the same condition and quantity as when you moved in (except for normal wear and tear). If the furniture is left with damages, you will be charged the cost of replacement or repairs.

Furniture:

  • Ceiling lamp
  • Window coverings
  • Bed (90x200 cm) with a top mattress, mattress protector and a waterproof cover
  • Duvet (140x200 cm) and pillow (60x70)*
  • Bed table, step stool or similar
  • Desk
  • Chair
  • Desk lamp
  • Storage

     

*AU Housing provides a duvet and pillow for each tenant. For sustainability reasons, these items are reused. If you prefer not to use the provided duvet and pillow, we recommend that you bring your own. Please remember to bring covers for the provided items.

Kitchen equipment: 

The kitchen is equipped with basic kitchen equipment for preparing and consuming meals. 

Please contact AU Housing if you are missing some of the following basic kitchen equipment: plates, bowls, glasses, cups, cutlery, cutting boards, trivets, pans, pots, kitchen knives, kitchen utensils (palette knives, spoons, kitchen pliers).

We do not provide kitchen equipment such as coffee machines, rice cookers, boilers or similar. If you need this type of equipment, you must buy or bring it. 

Please note, that previous tenants sometimes leave kitchen equipment that we do not provide behind. If these break, we will not replace them. 

Common areas

There are some shared facilities that can be used by everyone living at Chokoladen, for example, a common room, a TV room and a laundry room. The common room is available for parties and events.

For further information about the shared facilities including reservation of the common room, please ask the caretaker. 

Laundry

The laundry cost of approx. 65 DKK/month is included in the price.

The laundry room is located in the basement and may be used between 7 am and 9 pm. You must reserve time to use the machines. 

Please collect your laundry card at the caretaker's office at Paludan Müllers Vej 46A. 

If you need further information about the laundry facilities, please contact the caretaker.

Practical information

The soap is automatically dispensed into the washing machine. You cannot use your own soap. 

Remember to empty your pockets. Underwire bras must be washed in a laundry bag, as the metal part can get attached to the drum and ruin the clothes.

Please follow the above-mentioned guidelines to avoid any damage to the machine. If the machine breaks, the responsible part must pay the expenses. 

Internet

Please follow the guide to internet connection to the left.

If you have any questions or need help, please contact Bolignet-Aarhus customer service. 

When calling, please press 9 for English.  

Router

AU Housing provides a router for wireless internet access. If you have a roommate, the router is shared between you.

Please use the login details on the router to connect to the Wi-Fi (you might need to reset the router).

Kindly note that AU Housing does not offer technical support for the router. For assistance, please contact Bolignet-Aarhus.

If you are missing a router or require access to your roommate’s room, please contact AU Housing.

Important: The router must remain in the residence when you move out. If the router is removed, 500 DKK will be deducted from your deposit.

Getting around

In Denmark, 50% of the population are active cyclists and around 80% own a bike. Read more about the second most cycle-mad country in Europe and other ways to get around in Aarhus. 

For your smartphone

  • Rejseplanen - Journey planner
    The easiest way to find your way around both Aarhus and Denmark is with the “Rejseplanen” (Journey Planner) app.
  • DSB 
    Finding and buying train tickets with Denmark’s national train service (DSB) is quick and easy with the DSB app.
  • Midttrafik
    The Midttrafik app allows you to buy single tickets and multiride tickets for the city buses (yellow), the regional buses (blue), and the light rail (L1 & L2) in Aarhus.
  • AU Find
    You can use the AU Find app to find information about a person, a building or a unit at Aarhus University.
  • Midttrafik live
    This app allows you to see the buses in real time and you can see updated departure times and information about the traffic. 

Getting to know Aarhus

Aarhus is situated on the Eastern coast of Jutland, the large peninsula in Denmark. The city is surrounded by the coastline and beaches to the east, forests to the south, and beautiful hills with lakes and streams to the west.

The city of Aarhus is home to more than 370,000 people, and around 13% of the city's population are students. That might explain why Aarhus was ranked as Denmark's best student city in 2021, 2022, and 2023!

Socialising and well being

Social programme

Each year the AU Summer University team plan a fun and diverse social programme with a wide range of activities offered to anyone who is participating in the AU Summer University. 

Find more information via the links below. 

Socialising and well being

Socialising and making friends

Below you can find information on how and where to socialise and make new friends. 


Well being

Below you can find help if you are struggling or need someone to talk to regarding your well-being. 

Moving out

Latest moving-out date

Depending on your housing contract, you must either move out and return the keys before 9.00 on Tuesday 28 July 2026 (Term 1), or before 9.00 on Saturday 15 August 2026 (Term 2). The latest moving-out date is specified in your housing offer and short-term contract. You may move out and return the key before this date if you prefer to do so.

During your stay, we will send you a moving-out email and ask you to submit your key return information including your moving-out date. 

NB: It is not possible to move out after the latest moving-out date. If you need additional housing please find information under the tab "Find housing in Aarhus on your own" on the Housing service website

Moving-out form

Before moving out, we ask you to inform us about the condition of the furniture and equipment provided by AU Housing by submitting a moving-out form.

This information helps us prepare the housing for the next tenant and contributes to creating a welcoming environment and a positive start to their stay.

If any furniture or equipment is missing or damages, we will replace it at the moving-out inspection.

Please note that your answers giving in the moving-out form does not affect the outcome of the moving-out inspection.

Clean your housing

AU Housing will inspect your housing after you move out. To avoid additional cleaning charges, please make sure your housing is left clean and ready for the next tenant.

To help you, we have prepared a cleaning checklist, a guide to Danish cleaning products, and video guides showing how to clean the kitchen and bathroom. Following these will help reduce the risk of additional charges.

If you have any questions or are unsure how to clean a specific area, please contact us before moving out – we are happy to help.

Please note: It is the tenant’s responsibility to ensure thorough cleaning according to our guidelines, regardless of the condition of the housing upon arrival.

Return your keys

When and where to return your keys and housing folder

During your stay, we will send you a moving-out email and ask you to submit your key return information including your key return location. 

You must return your keys and housing folder to one of the following locations:

  • Reception at International Centre / Høegh Guldbergs Gade 4A (during opening hours*)
  • Mailbox at International Centre / Høegh Guldbergs Gade 4A (outside opening hours)
  • Information Desk / Nobelparken 1451 - 116 (Monday to Friday from 8.30 to 14.00 until 14 August. Note: If you return your keys and folder on 28 July or 15 August please return it at the International Centre durin our extended opening hours or in the mailbox)

*Our regular opening hours are Monday to Friday from 12.00 to 14.00, and our extended opening hours are Tuesday 28 July and Saturday 15 August from 8.00 to 9.00.

NB: If you do not return your keys before 9 am on the latest moving-out date it can cost you up to 6000 DKK as we may have to order a locksmith.


How to return your keys and housing folder

Please return your keys in your housing folder. Make sure that the folder contains a copy of the key agreement.

If you return you keys outside our opening hours, please place both your keys and housing folder in our mailbox right outside the main entrance of the International Centre:

Note: Do NOT leave your keys and folder in your room or in the mailbox at your residence.