The north side is pedestrianized in its entire length and contains the park Mølleparken and the recreational space Vadestedet (The Ford).

The south side has a road on the western third, providing access to Emil Vetts Passage, Busgaden and the parking complex for Magasin du Nord.

The precursor to Åboulevarden stems from 1477 when king Christian I gave permission to develop the southern ramparts along the river and houses were built on it.

[4][5][6] When the river was opened in the 2000s the opportunity to create a new recreational space near the water was realized with the project that became known as Vadestedet (The Ford).

The Ford has become one of the most popular areas for outdoor recreation in the city and is packed with people in the evenings and when in the daytime when weather permits.