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Enjoy spring in Odense

Spring is finally here, optimism is spreading, buds are popping out and the sun is back. If you're looking for an extended weekend or maybe more, take a look at what Odense has to offer this spring and Easter.

 

International media that recommend Odense

We love Odense, of course, and luckily we're not the only ones.

Odense havnebad
© VisitOdensePhoto: Thomas Mørkeberg

Vogue

Read the article in Vogue, which lists the finest harbour baths in Denmark (including ours in Odense, of course)

Kongelig ballet på H.C. Andersens Hus
© VisitOdensePhoto: Elvinas Tam

100 most loved places - Odense is on the list

Click here to see the full list - and find out who's number 1

H.C. Andersens Hus udstilling
Photo: Jonas Legarth

New York Times

N.Y. The Times includes Odense on its list of 52 places to visit in 2023. You can see why here

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H.C. Andersens Hus udstilling
Photo: Jonas Legarth

Visit the new Hans Christian Andersen House

The newly built H.C. Andersen House in the historic quarter, close to Møntergården and the Odeon Concert Hall, gives you the opportunity to see new sides of H.C. Andersen's authorship.

Hygge på Storms Pakhus
© VisitOdensePhoto: Jonas Legarth

Explore the restaurant scene

In Odense, we love food and curiously cultivate the new and the traditional. Restaurants, cafes, gourmet, street-food markets, Funen specialities and ingredients, and food markets form the framework for a city with plenty of opportunities to experience the world of gastronomy.

Cyclist on the City Bridge
Photo: Johan Joensen

Bicycling in Odense

Odense is generally known as Denmark's cycling city number 1 with more than 540 km. cycling paths.

Andersen sculpture
Photo: Johan Joensen

The 5 best selfie spots in Odense

The best places for a selfie in Odense - some are well known others more of a local secret

Solnedgang på havnen 2
Photo: Johan Joensen

Weekend getaway

Book a long weekend in Odense and enjoy and urban vibe combined with historic charm.

The Odense Cathedral as seen from the park
Photo: Johan Joensen

Free Activities

Odense offers lots of activities - even if your budget is a bit of a challenge.

Enjoy the fresh spring air

After a long, wet and gray winter, it is great to get out and enjoy fresh air, the smell of grass, budding trees and warm soil, the sound of the ducks in the river and the taste of the first ice cream of the year.

Couple sitting by the river behind tree
Photo: Johan Joensen

Denmark's Greenest City?

Fyn is known as Denmark´s garden and Odense is often spoken of as the capital of Fyn.

The Tinsoldier
Photo: Johan Joensen

Find the Fairy Tale Sculptures in Odense

All over the city you will encounter sculptures inspired by fairy tales - how many can you find?

Dandelions and halftimbered houses at the Funen Village
Photo: Odense Bys Museer

Outdoor Attractions

Here is the solution if you are visiting Odense on a fine day - try some of our outdoor attractions.

Watch the video "Spring in Odense"

More inspiration

Odense is a lovely city to visit, not only in the spring. Here are some of the things you can experience in Odense all year round.

Odense Medieval Days 2018
Photo: Odense Middelalderdage

Feel the Presence of History in Odense

Odense is one of Denmark's oldest cities and you can feel the presence of history everywhere.

Eventyr på Fodreisen
Photo: Andreas

Events - Whats on in Odense

Odense is known for its many events and festivals, but we also have a rich cultural life on other fronts. Odense Theater, Odeon Concert Hall, the Funen Opera and many other local forces provide a rich cultural life throughout the year.

Friends talking in Eventyrhaven
Photo: Johan Joensen

The cozy local vibe

Come and meet the locals to find out why Odense is Denmark's best place to live.

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