“ESBJERG SET I GRØNT” - A work by artist Christella Bamford

“ESBJERG SET I GRØNT” is a large-scale artwork of about 1,000 m², spread across five buildings on the rooftop parking area of the Broen shopping centre in central Esbjerg. Created by artist Christella Bamford, it consists of photo collages arranged on the façades around the car park. Each of the five image series presents a fragment of Esbjerg Municipality’s story, so walking or driving through the rooftop area becomes a visual tour of local themes and motifs. It is an informal, everyday encounter with art in the middle of the city.

Stop here if you are curious about contemporary public art and want a quick sense of how Esbjerg presents itself visually. The rooftop setting above the Broen shopping centre makes it easy to fit into a short break while you are already in the city centre or using the car park.

Worth a brief stop if you are already at Broen shopping centre or interested in contemporary public art in Esbjerg.

Planning your visit

How long to stay

15–30 minutes if you are already at the shopping centre or parking there.

Best time to visit

Daytime, when natural light makes the large photo collages easier to view as you move around the rooftop parking area.

Around here

Nearby on the Margueritruten

• Esbjerg Railway Station from 1904

  Attraction · 233 m

• The old courthouse and jail - Esbjerg

  Attraction · 430 m

• Equestrian statue of Christian IX on Torvet in Esbjerg

  Attraction · 443 m

• Light sculpture Scattering of Stars on Torvegade in Esbjerg

  Attraction · 457 m

• Heerup's Garden in Esbjerg - small green oasis

  Park · 462 m

• Esbjerg Museum - the city's history from 1900-1950

  Museum · 512 m

Frequently asked

Where is “ESBJERG SET I GRØNT” located in Esbjerg?

“ESBJERG SET I GRØNT” is located on the rooftop parking area of the Broen shopping centre in central Esbjerg. The artwork is spread over the façades of five buildings around the car park, so you encounter it as you move through the rooftop level. Look for the large photo collages on the building sides rather than at street level.

What kind of artwork is “ESBJERG SET I GRØNT”?

It is a large-scale public artwork of around 1,000 m² by artist Christella Bamford. The work consists of five series of photo collages arranged on different buildings on the shopping centre rooftop. Each collage group highlights a different aspect of Esbjerg Municipality, so the overall piece functions as a visual narrative rather than a single image or sculpture.

How long should I plan to spend at “ESBJERG SET I GRØNT”?

Most visitors will need only a short stop, as the artwork is viewed while walking around the rooftop parking area. Around 15–30 minutes is usually enough to look at the five photo collage sections more closely, take a few photos, and get a sense of the themes related to Esbjerg Municipality before continuing into the city or back on the road.

Do I need a ticket to see “ESBJERG SET I GRØNT”?

The work is integrated into the rooftop parking area of the Broen shopping centre, rather than in a traditional gallery. There is no separate entrance to the artwork itself, and you encounter it as part of moving around the car park. Any general parking or access conditions for the shopping centre will apply, but there is no dedicated ticket for the art.

Can I combine a visit to “ESBJERG SET I GRØNT” with other sights nearby?

Yes, the artwork is in central Esbjerg, making it easy to combine with other places in the area. You can, for example, see more of the city’s story at Esbjerg Museum or walk to Torvet to view the equestrian statue of Christian IX, all within a short distance of the shopping centre rooftop where the artwork is located.

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