The 5 most interesting churches in Odense

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Odense has many beautiful churches, do not miss Odense Cathedral with its dramatic history, Sct. Hans' Church with the outside pulpit, or Bellinge Church with the restored frescoes.

Churches in Odense

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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...

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Sct. Hans Church
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Sct. Hans Church

Sct. Hans Church is a Knights Hospitaller monastery church in red stone in the middle of Odense center, close to Kongens Have and Odense Castle. When the church was built, it was located in the northe...

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Bellinge Church - fresco paintings
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Bellinge Church - fresco paintings

Bellinge church is a late Gothic church with nave and narrower choir, built in about 1300. Bellinge church is especially known for its beautiful and very unusual frescoes, which are about 500 years ol...

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Fredens Kirke (Church) - Odense
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Fredens Kirke (Church) - Odense

At the intersection of Skibhusvej and Døckerslundvej stands Fredens Church. The church is, in many ways, a significant piece of Skibhus Quarter's history.

Skibhus Quarter's History

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Greyfriar's Abbey
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Greyfriar's Abbey

Graabrødre Kloster is a historical Franciscan monastery founded by King Erik Klipping in 1279. He donated his royal estate and its associated buildings to the Franciscan monks. This was a common pract...

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Churches in Odense

Visit Odense's many exciting churches. There are historic buildings with strong ties to Denmark's history and new churches with modern designs by renowned architects and art by recognised artists. For example, don't miss Odense Cathedral, one of Denmark's most beautiful Gothic buildings.

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