Tangkrogen got its name from the kelp that filled the cove when recreational jetties were constructed when the city of Aarhus initially developed the area into a public park in the early 20th century.

[1][2][3] The park is 9.884 acres of open grassy fields, clay covered event spaces and a part of the coastline, used as a berthing area for small recreational boats such as kayaks and dinghies.

The park is bounded by 3707 acres of grassy recreational areas with trees and bushes mainly intended for daily low intensity use.

[1] The park includes water fountains in different areas, sewers and public toilets and is rated to host up to 20.000 visitors.

There are 500 adjacent parking spaces and it lies close to public transport from Strandvejen, Chr.