Looking for Paradise. Finding Fyn
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LOOKING FOR PARADISE. FINDING FYN. FYN AND THE ARCHIPELAGO The Little Belt YOUR ROUTE Bridge MIDDELFART E2 0 TO FYN HI GH WAY Find further information on the island Fyn and the surrounding islands of the archipelago on visitfyn.com ASSENS FACTS ABOUT FYN AND Like us on Facebook. THE ARCHIPELAGO /visitfyn Number of inhabitants: 488.384 Overall area: 3.489 km2 Number of islands: Over 90 islands, 25 that are inhabited Coastal route: 1.130 km Signposted bike routes: 1.000 km Fishing spots: 117 (seatrout.dk) Harbours: 37 Castles and mansions: 123 Biggest town: Odense – 197.513 inhabitants Geographic position: 96 km away from Legoland Billund, about 1 h drive DENMARK 138 km distance to Copenhagen, about 1:15 h drive 298 km distance to Hamburg, about 3 h drive Travel time: Attractive for families as well as for couples during all seasons. Annually about 1 million visitors FYN FLENSBURG BOGENSE KERTEMINDE E2 0 H ODENSE IGH WAY FYN NYBORG The Great Belt Bridge ASSENS H I G H W A Y LOCAL TOURIST INFORMATION FAABORG VisitAssens Visit Faaborg visitassensinfo.com visitfaaborg.com VisitKerteminde Langeland Tourist Office SVENDBORG visitkerteminde.com my-langeland.com Ferry Als - Bøjden VisitLillebaelt VisitNordfyn visitlillebaelt.com visitnordfyn.com VisitNyborg VisitSvendborg visitnyborg.com visitsvendborg.com RUDKØBING VisitOdense Ærø Tourist Office ÆRØ visitodense.com visitaeroe.com ÆRØSKØBING LANGELAND LIKE A DREAM COME TRUE - THE ISLAND FYN Endless beaches and a semingly limitless number of cultural or jump aboard a ferryboat to take a trip to the many islands experiences: on Fyn, tranquility and relaxation goes hand in around Fyn. hand with spectacular landscapes and exciting adventures. While kids of all ages love the numerous action-activities, Explore Bridgewalking and enjoy a view of the sky above and the couples prefer getawayss to cities, castles, romantic Little Belt below your feet in one and the same moment. All that restaurants and authentic bars. In midst of a sea of nearly 100 and much more presents what Fyn has to offer. Furthermore, island nothing is far from reach: be close to the people, the sea it is only a short travelling distance from Fyn's lively centre city and the pure nature with plenty of highlights. Odense - birthplace of the famous storyteller Hans Christian Andersen - lies the capital Copenhagen and the world famous Take your bike on a ride over the hills and alongside the coast. Legoland Billund. Pass farm shops with fresh regional specialities, enchanting villages and idyllic small towns. Remember to bring a picnic Welcome to Fyn - the secret pearl of Denmark. basket when you stroll through the historic castle gardens More information to Fyn and the islands: CONTENTS YOUR ROUTE TO FYN 4 OVERNIGHT STAYS FOR ALL TASTES 8 You can find more information and CASTLES AND MANSIONS 10 inspiration about Fyn on TO GOLF OR NOT TO GOLF? 12 Facebook.com/fynisland or on our website Visitfyn.com A GOOD CATCH 13 BEACH, COAST AND NATURE 14 Use #VisitFyn to see and share your experiences on Fyn with others – we are CHARMING HARBOUR CITIES INVITING YOU looking forward to see you! TO EXPERIENCE ‘HYGGE’ 16 LAND HERE - THE HARBOURS OF FYN AND THE ISLANDS 18 THE DANISH PACIFIC 20 UNFORGETTABLE FAMILY DAYS 22 GARDEN DESTINATION OF THE YEAR 24 TOP CLASS GOURMET 26 THE SIMPLE PLEASURES 28 ODENSE FOR BIG AND SMALL 30 DISCOVER ODENSE - THE CAPITAL OF FYN 32 YOUR BIKING DESTINATION IN THE NORTH 34 A TRIP TO THE PAST 36 FYN’S ART AND CULTURE SCENE 38 THROW YOURSELF INTO AN ADRENALINE-FILLED ADVENTURE 40 facebook.com/FynIsland Latest information, inspiration, contests and everything about the island. #VISITFYN OVERNIGHT STAYS FOR ALL TASTES The island of Fyn has something for everyone, every taste and every expectation. It is the location for recreative holidays. There are atmospheric hotels with high standards and a view of the sea, cosy cottages along the entire coast, camping sites with all the comfort and services that you can possibly wish for, waterparks and entertainment for kids as well as the possibility to stay the night at one of the castles or manor houses - with all the royal decadence that comes with it. The local population is known for their openness. If you opt for one of the many inviting Bed & Breakfasts, you will surely be received with open arms. - 6 - Huts / Shelters HOTELS BED & BREAKFAST Relax and enjoy the ambience. Look for a hotel that suits you: A Bed & Breakfast is the ideal accommodation if you wish to from small and ‘hygge’ to luxurious hotels with first-class get in touch with the island’s locals and their way of life. The facilities. City hotels in the best locations, filled with attractions islanders of Fyn are known for their friendliness, so you can and events, making it perfect for a short trip. Utter relaxation expect to be welcomed with open arms in one of the many and recreation is awaiting you at the luxury hotels on Fyn, ‘hygge’ Bed & Breakfast. Here on Fyn, there are more than where you can enjoy the sea view in the morning hours from 40 certified Bed & Bike accommodations, offering you ideal your comfortable bed. Small hotels surrounded by idyllic nature possibilities for staying overnight whilst travelling by bike. promise pure relaxation and calmness. COTTAGES CABINS You will find them along the entire coast and on the islands in Camp overnight and be close to Mother Nature. All over Fyn all sizes and shapes – the Fyn cottages. Visit the island in the there are so called „Shelters“ – small cabins developed by summer month to enjoy the White Nights, children playing at architects – surrounded by wilderness. Particularly during the beach and a cool drink on the terrace. Otherwise, take a summers, the shelters offer the ideal overnight stay for those holiday short trip in the colder month, when the blowing wind who explore the island on foot, on a bike or take the tour along follows you on a nice, long walk on the beach and afterwards, the coast line with a kayak. the coziness of a crackling fireplace will warm you up again. You will find cottages at Feriepartner . Select your favourite and look forward to your island holidays! - 7 - CASTLES AND MANSIONS In the old times, the nobles knew where to find the beautiful spots in Denmark. Altogether 123 castles and mansions are scattered around Fyn and remind of past times and adventures. Many of the castles open their doors for events, concerts, exhibitions, strolls in the parks, culinary specialties and luxurious vacation. Visit and be amazed by the historical spots and glorious buildings here on Fyn. - 8 - Egeskov Castle FOLLOW THE FOOTSTEPS OF HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN The storyteller Hans Christians Andersen was a frequent visitor at Fyn's castles and mansion. It was here, he got the inspirations for the fairytales that even today continues to give us answers to the big questions in life. Be curious and descend on your own journey into the real history and showplaces of H.C. Andersen's life. Download the H.C. Andersen-App and see Fyn through the eyes of the poet. Get the App on visitfyn.com/ln-int/hans-christian-andersen-trail-fyn-gdk1033424 HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN TRAIL Valdemar Castle Broholm Castle Hotel King Christian IV decided to build the castle for his son, Count EGESKOV – A CASTLE FULL OF LIFE Valdemar, right here amidst the beautiful nature of South Fyn: Egeskov is Fyn’s biggest attraction – an experience that you located in a small bay with a view of the sea and surrounded must not miss. It is Europe’s best preserved water castle and by a beautiful park. Today the castle is a museum and also is situated idyllically in an enormous park, which has received home to its owners, who - in their 12th generation – still live on several international gardening awards. Valdemar. The castle is open for visitors. Here you can easily spend the entire day with the whole family. Visit the many collections and museums, two of which exhibit rare airplanes and cars. The Count and his family live on the SLEEPING LIKE A PRINCE AND Castle, but keep it open for visitors. PRINCESS Selected castles and mansions on Fyn, like Broholm Castle, VALDEMAR'S CASTLE ON TÅSINGE offer their grand rooms to visitors for overnight stays. Gourmet food, royal apartments and an air of history will make your stay On the small Island Tåsinge near Svendborg you will find one of to an unforgetable and special event. the most impressive castles of Fyn – Valdemar's castle. After having seen the stunning view, one can understand why - 9 - TO GOLF OR NOT TO GOLF? Golfing is all about the small white ball and the perfect tee. Although concentration is essential, one is tempted to be distracted by the beautiful landscape. The Baltic Sea island Fyn is a true golfer's paradise. There are more than 15 top modern and well-equipped golf facilities. What’s more, the surroundings and beautiful scenery make golfing on Fyn an extraordinary experience. The tranquillity, the relaxed atmosphere and the culinary joys offer a perfect ambience in order to forget the stress of every day life. You will find it easy to disconnect and just Svendborg Golf Club concentrate on your game. Good luck! HERE A FEW RECOMMENDATIONS FOR GOLFING: Greens for every level: Sct. Knuds Golf Club Odense Golf Club Odense Eventyr Golf Langesø Golf Club Great Northern Barløseborg Golf Club Svendborg Golf Club Ærø Golf Club Faaborg Golf Club Sct. Knuds Golf Club A GOOD CATCH Fyn and the archipelago are known as the best areas for fishing sea trout in all of Scandinavia.