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The Best Hiking Trails in Odense

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If you're looking for hiking routes near the city that let you stretch your legs, breathe in some fresh air, and enjoy beautiful nature, you’ve come to the right place. Bring the whole family and experience the fresh energy and the joy of being together.

Whether you’re in the mood for a lovely walk by the water, a scenic and active route through the hills, or a combination of culture and nature – you’ll find it here. In Odense, nature starts just outside your door.

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Hiking route Åstien in Odense

Follow the beautiful Odense River through atmospheric forest areas and attractive residential neighborhoods, past Skovsøen and out to Ejby Mølle.

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The Viking Route in Odense
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The Viking Route in Odense

Follow in the footsteps of the Vikings

Get out your walking shoes and download the APP from USEEUM.

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Commemorative Plaques for Victims of WWII
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Commemorative Plaques for Victims of WWII

Take a trip back in time and meet some of the people who gave their lives in the fight against Nazism. In August 2021, the first 10 memorial plaques were laid in Odense and in the summer of 2022, thre...

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Carl Nielsen's Camino
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Carl Nielsen's Camino

Experience a truly unique blend of music, nature, and culture on Carl Nielsen’s Camino – a 120 km-long sound walk inspired by the world-famous Funen-born composer Carl Nielsen. Follow in his footsteps...

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In the Footsteps of Hans Christian Andersen

Many of the buildings and places that were significant to H.C. Andersen can still be seen today. Follow in the footsteps of our famous author - quite literally, there are footprints along the entire route - and see the places / buildings in Odense related to our most famous citizen.