Funen

Discover charming towns, beautiful castles and beautiful scenery on a self-drive holiday to Funen

Funen, located in the heart of Denmark, offers countless wonderful and exciting experiences all year round. On a self-drive holiday you can experience the island's endless charm with its  landscape, characteristic orchards, beautiful castles, manor houses and thatched half-timbered farmhouses. It's the perfect destination for a self-drive holiday.

Visit the beautiful coastal landscapes with miles of beautiful white sandy beaches, inviting you for pleasant sunset walks. Or take a trip into the countryside and enjoy a quiet moment in nature. Funen offers fantastic nature experiences and a wide range of outdoor activities for the whole family. Here you can go mountain biking, horse riding, kayaking or take a long walk in the beautiful surroundings.

The beautiful Funen countryside with flat stretches close to the coast and country roads is also perfect for a bike ride, so bring your bike. There are lots of cycling routes so it's easy to get out and experience a lot. You can cycle around the island at your own pace, visit the idyllic towns and experience nature up close. Or how about a hike on one of the many trails that wind through the scenic areas? Funen is a great place for an active holiday in Denmark.

But Funen is much more than beautiful nature. You'll also find a wide range of attractions, cultural experiences and cosy towns. On a self-drive holiday to Funen, it's a good idea to stop off at the fairytale Renaissance castle of Egeskov, which is beautifully situated in the South Funen countryside. The castle is open to visitors and offers lots of fun for the whole family. Here you can experience one of Denmark's most beautiful gardens and see the exhibition of vintage cars and dolls' houses. Don't forget to stop by the fantastic playground, where children can play and have fun.

The charming city of Odense is another great destination on a family holiday to Funen. The city has a bit of everything - many green parks, cobbled streets, sights, good restaurants and shopping opportunities. Here you can stop by H.C. Andersen's home, the beautiful yellow house, and visit the museum that tells about the poet's life. Don't miss Odense Zoo either, which offers unique animal experiences for the whole family. The park is very child-friendly, so kids can get up close to the many different animals and even play animal keeper for a day - and feed the giraffes!

On your holiday you can also choose to visit one or more of the charming towns of Kerteminde, Middelfart, Fåborg and Svendborg. In Middelfart you have the opportunity to "bridgewalk" over the Old Lillebælt Bridge while Fåborg offers the long Øhavssti, which winds through very beautiful scenery. In Svendborg you can stroll around the cosy streets and shop in the many shops or you can drive further south and discover Langeland and Ærø, both of which are certainly worth a visit.

On a driving holiday to Funen you can combine exciting cultural experiences with beautiful nature activities. So pack your car and take the whole family on an unforgettable self-drive holiday. It is easy to book a hotel or inn for your trip at Risskov.