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Galten, Denmark
Central Jutland · Denmark
Galten is a small town in Central Jutland, Denmark with a population of 4,895. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Galten
Galten is a former railway town in central Denmark, at the Aarhus-Hammel-Thorsø railroad which was closed in 1956. The town is located in Skanderborg Municipality, Region Midtjylland, Jutland – about 17 kilometres – west of Aarhus and is now more or less a satellite town of Aarhus. Today, Galten has almost fused with the neighbouring eastern town of Skovby into an urban area with a population of 9,363.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,895 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.1590°, 9.9169° |
| Timezone | Europe/Copenhagen |
| Country | 🇩🇰 Denmark |
| State / Province | Central Jutland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.5 inches (648 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.2 inches (18 cm) |
About Galten
Galten is a small town in Denmark (Central Jutland) with a population of 4,895. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet (45 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Copenhagen.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below Denmark avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 209.3 sq mi (542.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.1590°N, 9.9169°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Copenhagen |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in | |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.2 in |
Galten has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 31°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.4").
Schools in Galten
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galten Friskole | - | - | - | - |
| Klank Efterskole | - | - | - | - |
| Børnehaven Porskjær | - | - | - | - |
| Gyvelhøjskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Galten Børnehave | - | - | - | - |
| Den Fri Hestehaveskole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Galten
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR P4 Trekanten (AAC) | regional radio | AAC 324 kbps | |
| Classic.fm | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Alfa Aarhus | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| go!FM | pop rock | MP3 256 kbps | |
| DR P4 Trekanten | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DR P4 Østjyllands Radio | regional radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio ABC | pop | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Ost FM | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio IIII | news, political talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Alfa Silkeborg | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| DRR | - | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Galten
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emborg / Øm Kloster museum | ||||
| Gammel Rye Mølle | ||||
| Jysk Automobilmuseum | ||||
| Klostermølle | ||||
| Landsbyen Sølunds Museum | ||||
| Lokalhistorisk Arkiv for tidligere Gjern kommune | ||||
| Odder Museum | ||||
| Okkerhytten | ||||
| Perron1 | ||||
| Skanderborg Bunkerne | ||||
| Smedjen | ||||
| Socialmuseum | ||||
| Spejdermuseet Århus | ||||
| Spejdermuseet Århus | ||||
| Træskomuseum | ||||
| Vestermølle Museum | ||||
| Viby Lokalhistoriske Arkiv | ||||
| Viby Lokalhistoriske Arkiv |
Libraries in Galten
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Åby Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Åby Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Galten Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gellerup Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gellerup Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Hadsten Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Harlev Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Herskind Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Hinnerup Bibliotek og Kulturhus | 0.0 | |||||
| Hørning Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kolt-Hasselager Kombi-bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kolt-Hasselager Kombi-bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Langå bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Odder Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Østbirk Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Ry Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sabro Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Skanderborg Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Solbjerg bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stjær Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tilst Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tilst Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tranbjerg Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tranbjerg Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Trige Kombi-bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Ulstrup Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Viby Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Viby Bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Galten
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Galten
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Galten
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Galten
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Galten
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Galten
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Galten
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Galten
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aarhus Brewery | ||||
| Aarhus Brewery | ||||
| Bryg365 | ||||
| Bryggeriet KANT | ||||
| Erhvervsakademi Aarhus Bryggeri | ||||
| Erhvervsakademi Aarhus Bryggeri | ||||
| Gefion Bryghus | ||||
| Gefion Bryghus | ||||
| Lundumskov Bryghus | ||||
| Rybryg | ||||
| Skanderborg Bryghus | ||||
| Sky High Craft Ales | ||||
| Viking Mjød Bryggeri | ||||
| Wintercoat |
Stadiums & Teams in Galten
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Galten
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aarhus Airport | AAR | Large Airport |
| Odense Hans Christian Andersen Airport | ODE | Large Airport |
| Kolding Vamdrup Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Skive Airport | SQW | Medium Airport |
| Bjedstrup Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bogense Flyveplads | - | Small Airport |
| Brædstrup Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Christianshede Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ejstrupholm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elsesminde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Endelave Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Estruplund Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gesten Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Grønbæk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hammer Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Randers Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rårup Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Samsø Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Skalmstrup Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Solbjerg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| True Gliderfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tunø Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Vesthimmerland Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Viborg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Galten
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Familier og Spiseforstyrrelser Holmstrupgård | ||
| NRM | ||
| Sclerosehospitalet i Ry |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Galten
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Galten Kirke | |
| Skjørring Kirke | |
| Veng Kirke |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Denmark
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Galten
What is the population of Galten?
Galten has a population of 4,895 residents and is located in Denmark. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 209.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Galten?
Galten has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches, with 7.2 inches of snow.