The Øresund Aquarium will be temporarily closed due to renovation
The Øresund Aquarium will be closed to the public from 15 to 25 January. The reason for this is extensive renovation work on two of the aquarium's largest tanks: the stone reef aquarium and the wreck aquarium.
New decorations, repairs and improved animal welfare
The stone reef aquarium is getting a completely new and exciting decoration carried out by professionals, while the wreck aquarium is undergoing minor emergency repairs. Both aquariums hold 10 cubic metres of water each and are central to the exhibition.
Our aquariums are small compared to other aquariums in Denmark, so it is extra important that we focus fully on animal welfare
An important part of the renovation is to ensure even better animal welfare for fish and other marine animals. This means correct and powerful currents in the aquariums as well as optimal hiding places so that all species can thrive in conditions similar to their natural habitat.
"Our aquariums are small compared to other aquariums in Denmark, so it is extra important that we focus fully on animal welfare. Fortunately, the Øresund Aquarium is a member of DAZA (Danish Accredited Zoos and Aquariums), and we have a strong network of talented colleagues in other Danish zoos and aquariums with whom we can exchange ideas and get good advice," says Jens Peder Jeppesen, Head of the Øresund Aquarium.
Fish temporarily relocated
While the work is in progress, the fish – including cod, rays, flatfish and wrasse – will be moved to the aquarium's quarantine area in temporary tanks.
Refreshment after a record year
The renovation, which will cost a total of around DKK 200,000, will also be used to give the aquarium a refreshment and a coat of paint after a busy year with 56,000 visitors. Read more about our busy year here
Reopens on 26 January
The Øresund Aquarium will reopen on 26 January, when visitors can look forward to experiencing the newly renovated aquariums and a number of improvements that will ensure both a better visitor experience and optimal conditions for the animals.
