13 green experiences

This is an incredibly scenic area offering some lovely walks. It is home to a wealth of birds, animals and unique flora thanks to Østerø Lake. Be sure to visit “knaldfyret”, the lighthouse and the Great Belt Bridge itself. The area is most definitely worth a visit.

You can feel the history of the place as you step into the forest clearing. The giant stones testify to an honourable final journey – perhaps for an important local landowner or chief. Not far from here, you will find Denmark’s oldest preserved long barrow.

Kongshøj Mølle Mill is one of the most picturesque places in East Funen. The mill is reflected in the lake, surrounded by beautiful yellow fields of rape. If you’re lucky, you’ll see the yellow rowing boat bobbing gently on the lake.

A green oasis with grazing cows. Go for a walk or a bike ride. The area around Bondemosen or on one of the bike routes offers a number of cosy experiences.

History is awash with legends about sacred springs and magical powers. One such spring is Regisse Kilde, which Hans Christian Andersen was inspired by during one of his many stays in East Funen.

The mills wheels turn merrily at Lille Mølle – one of Denmark’s best-preserved watermills, and Sunday coffee and cake are served at Sulkendrup Mølle overlooking the lake, while the sun shines down from a cloud-free sky. Hop on your bike and enjoy these two scenic gems.

Kilometres of flowering chestnut trees or a wetland with abundant wildlife? Why choose when you can have both? Ravnholt Manor, with its deer park and chestnut avenues, is a wonderful place to unwind and enjoy the Danish countryside.

The sword splinters the shields in the battle for Denmark. One of the places that was fortified in the early days was Magelund, one of Denmark’s strongest and thus most important strongholds. See its remains and its successor, Lykkesholm Manor, scenically situated in a tunnel valley surrounded by woodland and lake.

Along the beach, neighbouring the Great Belt, is this small forest, which offers every opportunity for a walk, a run or a refreshing dip in the chilly water.

If you are to experience one place in Nyborg, it’s the entire area around Nyborg Castle. The historic ramparts and moats surrounding the red-bricked castle. Immerse yourself in the history. Feel the buzz of times past and make your way around the historic town centre – we guarantee that you’ll fall in love with Nyborg.

Everyone heads to “Strandvænget” – or Strandhøj as it’s known today. The park with its bonfire pits and play areas borders the beach and woodland. It’s perfect for outings, walks and bike rides. There’s an MTB trail in the woods, and a lovely long, undisturbed beach.

Hans Christian Andersen was a regular visitor to Glorup and wrote in a letter: “It’s a stay very much to my liking, a manor house in Italian style and with a garden like English parks.” We agree. It’s quite the fairy tale to visit Glorup.

The evening sun goes down and the birds land on the mirror-like Holckenhavn Fjord. That is often just how it is. Enjoy the countryside here along paths following a disused railway, through bogs and salt marshes, past castle mounds and sacred springs.