Outdoor Odense
Spring in Odense is all about outdoor experiences. The city is surrounded by lush greenery, where parks, forests, trails, and bike paths invite you to enjoy fresh scents and vibrant colours.
Walk the river trail (Åstien) to Fruens Bøge, or set off on the Viking Trail to enjoy fresh air and immersive storytelling. On Stige Ø and in the Åløkkekvarteret area, you’ll find outdoor spaces with both hiking trails and winding mountain bike routes. Munke Mose is perfect for picnics, outdoor fun, and relaxing moments. Nature is never far from the city.
Day 1 – Discover nature in the city along the Odense River
Bicycling in Odense
Denmark's cycling city No. 1 is perfect for cyclists and offers more than 560 km. bike path, several Park & Bike spaces, public bicycle pumps, ample opportunities for bicycle parking, and of course easy access to the large cycle path network on Funen.
Odense Aafart, River Cruise
Enjoy a beautiful boat trip surrounded by beautiful nature on Odense River. The tour starts at Munke Mose in the centre of Odense.
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.
Already at the beginning of the ...
The Forest Lake, Fruens Bøge
A green area
Odense is full of beautiful green areas that invite you to go for a walk, a bike ride, or sit and relax in green surroundings. One of these places is Skovsøen. Skovsøen is located opposite...
Velodrom Coffee Shop
In the cozy old station building in Fruens Bøge, right by Restaurant Carlslund, Skovsøen and the playground, you will find the Café Velodrom. The station atmosphere has been retained and the train sti...
Sortebro Kro in the Funen Village
Sortebro Kro is a Royal Licence country inn dating from 1805, which was moved from its original location and rebuilt in the working museum town of Den Fynske Landsby (The Funen Village), to represent ...
Day 2 – Enjoy the sea breeze at Odense Fjord
Stige Island - peninsula of Odense
Explore Stige Island anew! In the past Stige Island was used as Odense Municipality's landfill. It is now completely cleaned up and reclaimed as a natural oasis and activity area, with multiple vantag...
Stige Island - Hiking Huts by the Sea
Stay the Night in a Hiking Hut on Stige Island
On the path around the coastline of Stige Island, you pass a shelter site with two hiking huts, which is located around a campfire site with a view of t...
Odense Harbour Bath - go for a free swim
Odense Havnebad is located in the centre of Odense Harbour. It is shaped like a ship with a deck and cabin, making it easy to find.
Ice House Stige Ø
Ishuset Stige Ø is a popular ice cream shop located on the beautiful island of Stige Ø in Odense Fjord. The ice cream shop has made a name for itself by selling ice cream from their own ice cream prod...
Restaurant Nordatlanten
Welcome to Restaurant Nordatlanten
Where they serve fresh seafood, tender meat, green side dishes and delicious bread. You can also order selected wines, beer, coffee and sweets.
Restaurant Næsbyhoved Skov
Restaurant Næsbyhoved Skov is a traditional restaurant in the middle of Odense with a view of the forest, the sea and the harbour. Here in Næsbyhovedskoven, the staff greets you in quiet surroundings,...
Day 3 – Walk in the footsteps of Vikings in Odense
The Viking Route in Odense
Follow in the footsteps of the Vikings
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Odense Cathedral - St. Canute's Church
Odense Cathedral was built in the 14th century. It is a Gothic cathedral with a high and bright nave, and in the crypt you will find the remains of Saint Canute, Denmark's last Viking king. The cathed...
Canute the Holy
King Canute was very a important figure in Odense's history during his reign from 1080 to 1086. Aelnoths Saga written in Odense around 1120 tells the story of the king who was killed by rebellious pea...
Viking Ring Fortress Nonnebakken
Viking Castle Nonnebakken
The Viking castle at Nonnebakken was one of at least five known ring castles, which King Harald Bluetooth built around 980. The others are Aggersborg at the Limfjord, Fyrkat a...
A.C. Perch’s Tea Shop
A.C. Perch's Teashop sells the finest tea in the world, and quality and service have been the company's core values since day one. The tea is weighed on original brass scales, and to ensure quality an...
Restaurant Albert
Restaurant Albert is your new go-to spot in the heart of Odense, where a relaxed, cozy atmosphere meets exceptional culinary expertise.
MASH - Modern American Steak House
MASH in Odense is where you go to eat the best steak in town. The restaurant focuses on top-class service and a taste experience beyond the ordinary.