Explore the best of Fyn by bike

Explore the many highlights of Fyn, including the city of Odense, the birthplace of famous fairytale writer Hans Christian Andersen.

You will be amazed by the small lovely beaches, breathtaking hills with stunning views, and charming villages with cosy cafés and historic inns scattered around Fyn.

Add a few extra days to explore more of the unique South Fyn Archipelago

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Svendborg

After check-in we recommend a bike ride or walk to the historical centre of Svendborg with its narrow cobble stone streets and charming boutiques.

Overnight stay in Svendborg.

Day 2: Explore the South Fyn area or nearby islands - 22 km /27,6 km / 44 km

Today you have multiple choice of various bike routes in the nearby area of South Fyn and nearby islands. Your roadbook will inspire you to choose the route that suits you both with regard to your interests and daily distance.

Examples of a bike tour for the day:

Explore the island of Thurø and Taasinge - 22 km

Cycle accross the bridge to the small island of Thurø. Enjoy the peace and quiet atmosphere, only enterrupted by birds singing as you cycle through the woods to the small idyllic village of Troense. You will be amazed by the many beautiful well-preserved half-timbered houses from the village’s heyday in the 18th century, when most of the male population were sailors or ship builders.

Follow the route down the old tree alley to Valdemar Castle. Here you can stop for a coffee and visit the  manor house museum. Enjoy the beautiful views to the sea from the beach or tea pavilion.

Jump on the vintage ship "Helge" to the island of Thurø.

Cycle along the quiet road, passing pastures and farm houses. Take a detour to one of the very popular child friendly sandy beaches in the area. Have a swim and an ice cream before continuing your bike ride along the sea back to Svendborg.

Explore the island of Taasinge - 27,6 km

Cycle to the southern part of Taasinge. Cycle through open farm land and visit a farmer's shop selling local organic produce. On your way you will pass the special stone house Lille Vejlegården, which was once the home of local progressive farmer Søren Lolk, and now one of the most photographed houses in the South Fyn area.

On the southern point of Taasinge you will pass a large meadow rich in birdlife. From the bird tower, you can spot geese, ducks and waders nesting in the area.

Take a break in Lundby, and if you haven't yet tasted the famous Danish hotdog, you might want to stop at Steff's Place, the local hotdog van before heading back to your hotel.

Explore the island of Langeland - ca. 44 km/65 km

Cycle across the islands of Taasinge and Siø to the town of Rudkøbing, the main town on island of Langeland.

Exlore the small coble stone streets with charming town houses, shops, art galleries and cafes.

Visit the local harbour, where you can keep an eye on the lively traffic of commercial ships, shoals, yachts and the small island ferry to Strynø.

If you are up for a longer bike ride you can follow the roundtrip route from Rudkøbing into the countryside across Langeland, past the impressive Faarevejle manor house, to the small fishing town of Spodsbjerg with its popular childfriendly beach, marina and ferry harbour. You might be lucky to spot a seal in the harbour.

OPTION: Have dinner with a local family in Svendborg - read more about this option on this page under Prices.

Overnight stay in Svendborg.

Day 3: Svendborg to Odense - ca. 52 km

After breakfast, you leave your luggage at the reception where it will picked up and transported to your hotel in Odense.

Today's stage will take you north of Svendborg accross the central part of Fyn, through open landscape, small towns and villages and along the stream Vindinge A.   

The route will also take you past Egeskov Castle, which has one of Denmark’s most beautiful gardens, amazing mazes, exhibitions of vintage cars, motorcycles, dolls’ houses and much more. 

Overnight stay in Odense.

Day 4:  Odense to Kerteminde - ca. 54 km

The charming town of Kerteminde used to be Funen’s most important harbour town and today the fishing harbour still plays an important role in the town’s life.

The statue of the fisher girl ‘Amanda’ located at Langebro is the town’s landmark. In the narrow streets there are several protected strokes, and a building from 17th century houses the town museum. Fiskergade is an example of a street with picturesque facades full of fantasy.

On your way back to Odense, stop at the Viking Museum Ladby to see the newly built copy of the Ladby Viking ship. The original was Denmark’s only ship grave from the Viking period.

Overnight stay in Odense.

Day 5: Odense to Faaborg - ca. 52 km

After breakfast you leave your luggage at the hotel reception where it will be picked up and transported to your hotel in Faaborg.

Today's stage will lead you through suburbs of Odense before heading out into the quiet countryside south of Odense. You will be cycling along the stream Odense A, along lake and forest area.

As you approach Faaborg you will cycle through the beautiful Svanninge Hills with steep slopes and deep gorges, which are the result of the last ice age that ended 14,000 years ago. From the hilltop there is an impressive view of the South Fyn Archipelago and the whole area of Southwest Fyn. The area's flora and fauna are very varied. 

Overnight stay in Faaborg.

Day 6: Explore the area of Faaborg - 22 km / 28 km

Explore the charming town of Faaborg. The city name “Foburgh" is believed to mean “the castle of the fox”, and was mentioned for the first time in the year 1229, where King Valdemar the victorious presented Faaborg as a gift to his Portuguese daughter-in-law, Princess Eleonora.

The old merchant’s town still has its original small and cosy streets with a wide variety of specialty shops, cafes and restaurants.

Head on a bike tour in the area near Faaborg. Explore more of the Svanninge Hills or cycle to the little seaside village of Dyreborg where you can enjoy the beautiful views over the nearby islands and go for a swim at the local family-friendly beach. 

Overnight stay in Faaborg.

Day 7: Faaborg to Svendborg - 24 km

On today's route you will be cycling along the South Fyn coastline, passing small harbours where you can stop to experience the tranquil harbour atmosphere while enjoying your lunch. You will be passing through small villages with thatched houses, and open fertile fields with grazing cattle and an apple orchard with beautiful views to the sea. 

Plenty of opportunity to stop for at dip in the sea before arriving at your hotel in Svendborg.

OPTION: Have dinner with a local family in Svendborg - read more about this option on this page under Prices.

Day 8:

Check out and departure after having enjoyed your breakfast.

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Period:

Sundays (arrival day):

From 05 May to 01 September 2024

(last departure)

Accommodation:

Accommodation in comfortable 3-4* hotels incl. breakfast buffet

Double and single room with private facilities.

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