Go on a forest adventure
The scent of the forest floor and the sound of birdsong can brighten even a rainy day. Take a deep breath and enjoy the peace of the woods. Lace up your hiking boots or hop on your bike and explore the trails in Odense’s green backyard.
Photo: Benjamin Dalby
Forests in Odense
Photo: Benjamin Dalby© Visitodense
Fruens Bøge Skov (Woodland)
Fruens Bøge Skov (Beech Wood Forest) is a woodland park by the river. It originally belonged to Christiansdal Manor, but was purchased by Odense Municipality in 1875.
Photo: Colourbox
Næsbyhoved Skov (Forest)
Næsbyhoved forest - the forest that hides a medieval royal castle
Photo: Kurt Christensen
Kohaveskoven (Forest) in Odense
Kohaveskoven in Åsum is one of Odense’s large green retreats – a place for slow walks, fresh air and quiet moments beneath old, broad-crowned oak trees.
Photo: Benjamin Dalby
Hans Christian Andersen Forest
H.C. Andersen Forest is located between Åsum and Seden, east of Odense. Established in the early 2000s, the forest is named after Hans Christian Andersen, but the connection goes beyond its name.
Start your trip by bus
If you’ve chosen a route that starts outside the city centre, use the Fynbus route map to find the bus that works best for you.
