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Funen (Fyn) is Denmark's second largest island, situated between the island of Sealand and mainland Denmark (Jutland). You can instantly see why it is called Denmark’s garden island, with its gently rolling hills, orchards, hedgerows and thatched, half-timbered farmhouses. The South Funen Archipelago, just south of Funen, is a great place to explore, with islands of many sizes and beautiful straits, bays and inlets. You can drive to Funen over the Great Belt Bridge from Sealand and the Little Belt Bridge from Jutland. Small bridges and ferry routes link you to the South Funen Archipelago.

 
 

Gallery reference view

Beach cottages

Ole Akhøj

Ærøskøbing

Cess van Roeden

South Funen Arcipelago

Bert Wiklund

Egeskov Castle

Cees van Roeden

H.C. Andersen statue

Nicolai Perjesi

Faaborg

John Sommer

Odense

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Hans Christian Andersen's home

Head to Funen, a beautiful island close to Copenhagen. The island boasts the historical town of Odense, birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen and many cultural, historical and natural opportunities.

Map of Funen

Highlights

Faaborg

Top 5 most-visited attractions

Historical treasure trove

Thousands of years of history are waiting to be explored on Funen, an island packed with manor houses and castles. It's also the birthplace of legendary writer Hans Christian Andersen!

Cities and towns

Ærøskøbing

Odense

Odense

Culture and heritage

Egeskov Castle

Culinary experiences

Funen's food

Island hopping

Funen is a lush, rolling island and a great place to head out into the green on a bike. It's also surrounded by an archipelago of beautiful small islands, wonderful for exploring by boat or kayak.

The South Funen Archipelago

With the Great Belt on one side and the Little Belt on the other, the South Funen Archipelago is a sheltered haven for beach lovers and boaters. 

The South Funen Archipelago

Active holidays

Sailing in the South Funen

Cycling in Denmark

Cycling in Denmark

Natural Funen

With so many islands, you can easily find your own little beach on Funen and the South Funen Archipelago. Here you'll find inspiration for natural adventures on Denmark's garden island.

Natural experiences

Explore Denmark's garden island, a lush and rolling landscape covered in cycling and walking routes and sights.

The South Funen Archipelago

Beach life

Funen beaches

Quick Funen facts

Funen's area: 2,984km²
Population: 484,000 (2011)
Main town: Odense
Nearest airport: Billund
Distance from Copenhagen:
Odense (167km)
Svendborg (193km)
Kerteminde (153km) 

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