Gl. Brydegaard

Helnæs

Go on a summer holiday on Funen and take a trip to the southwest Funen peninsula, Helnæs, which consists of two very different areas. Experience the contrast between the flat landscape of Helnæs Made and the domed terrain of the Bobaks. Here you are guaranteed some lovely walks, wrapped in Funen idyll. Helnæs Lighthouse in the south-western corner of the peninsula dates from 1901 and rises 28 metres into the air.

The Japanese Gardens

Discover the 5500 m² of beautiful Japanese gardens in Broby, northwest of Faaborg. The stunning gardens are laid out in true Japanese tradition, with as many as 6 different styles spread across the area. Feel the tranquility as you walk among idyllic small lakes and streams, and enjoy this garden architectural gem. The Japanese Gardens also has a cosy café, which offers sushi and Japanese-inspired meatballs, among other things.

Frøbjerg Bavnehøj

Visit the protected nature area Frøbjerg Bavnehøj, which has the highest point on Funen at 131 metres. From here you get a magnificent view. In the area you will also find that there are many different trails to walk and if you follow the longest trail, you will pass several memorials of national historic importance - including, not least, a beautiful memorial grove for the victims of the occupation, established in 1954.

Faaborg

The cosy market town of Faaborg is located on Faaborg Fjord in the south of Funen and has about 7000 inhabitants. Take a walk through the cosy streets and see the well-preserved old houses. From the harbour in Faaborg there are ferry connections to several islands in the South Funen archipelago such as Bjørnø, Lyø, Avernakø and Ærø. These interesting islands are like pearls on a string and are certainly worth a visit.

If you are interested in art or history, you can visit some of the town's museums: the Faaborg Museum has an exhibition on Funen painting, the Øhavsmuseet, which is housed in the old railway station from 1882, or the Arresten, which is an exciting museum for the whole family that gives an insight into prison life past and present.

Svanninge Hills

Funen is a paradise for nature lovers and hikers. North of Faaborg, for example, lies Svanninge Bakker. Park your car and head out into this stunningly beautiful and hilly landscape, created during the Ice Age. In addition to being a geological area of interest, the area also contains an extremely rich plant and animal life, and it is recommended to bring binoculars.

Faaborg Museum

Enter the wondrous world of art. Faaborg Museum offers beautiful paintings by the famous Funen painters, sculptures, architecture and furniture art. Faaborg Museum was founded in 1910 by cannery owner Mads Rasmussen, who had a passion for art. The impressive museum building was designed by architect Carl Petersen and is an architectural work of art in itself. Look forward to an exciting experience in the spirit of art.

Gardens of the Humlemagazine

One of the many experiences that await you on Funen is the Humlemagasinet. Enjoy the seven beautiful gardens, which include an orchard, the English Rose Garden and Queen Ingrid's Garden. The Humlemagasinet also houses cultural history exhibitions and various cultural events are held. In the beautiful grounds there is also a shop and a small café. Find cheap hotels at Risskov and drive to Funen with the whole family at your own pace.

Odense

Odense is a cosy city in the middle of Funen, with plenty to offer from shopping and culture to museums and good restaurants. An exciting experience in Odense is a visit to H.C. Andersen's house, located in the old town. H.C. Andersen's house functions as a museum and the exhibitions tell about the poet's life from his childhood years as a poor cobbler's son, his difficult time in Copenhagen and about his debut, writing career, old age and death. You can also take the whole family to Odense Zoo, visit the open-air museum Den Fynske Landsby and much more.