14 days in Odense Itinerary

The capital of the island of Funen, Odense represents the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen, who penned such classics as "The Little Mermaid" and "The Ugly Duckling." Denmark's third-largest city proudly displays its link to the famous writer with museums, sculptures, and public art installations dedicated to Andersen and his stories.

Den Gamle By and The Danish Railway Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Step off the beaten path and head to The Funen Village and Trapholt. Explore Odense's surroundings by going to Naturama (in Svendborg), Broholm Castle (in Gudme) and Bindeballe Kobmandsgaard (in Bindeballe). And it doesn't end there: step aboard Ladbyskibet, take in the spiritual surroundings of Aarhus Domkirke, contemplate the long history of Kalo Slotsruin, and don't miss a visit to Faengslet.

To see photos, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Odense trip planner.

If you are flying in from Sweden, the closest major aiports are Copenhagen Kastrup Airport, Billund Airport and Aarhus Airport. In June, daily temperatures in Odense can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.