FAQ

North Funen has 'Clover Trails' with marked hiking routes, and there are also many other great hiking trails in the area. 

We have compiled the best hiking trails here

At the VisitNordfyn welcome center, you can get maps of hiking trails in North Funen and all of Funen. Stop by VisitNordfyn at Vestre Havnevej 9B, 5400 Bogense.

North Funen offers both completely flat landscapes and hills and valleys, making it a wonderful area for cycling. 

We have compiled suggestions for good cycling routes on North Funen here

See maps of cycling routes on Funen here

And you can always pick up maps of cycling routes in North Funen and on Funen at the VisitNordfyn welcome center at Vestre Havnevej 9B in Bogense.

Bogense is Denmark's coziest market town, and it holds many great stories and sights. 

We have a list of attractions in Bogense ready for you here, so you can go sightseeing in the town. 

Have a great trip🏠

There are many great beaches in North Funen that have the Blue Flag, which guarantees a high standard for water quality, environment, and safety. 

We've put together a list of the best beaches on North Funen for you. 

Enjoy! 🏖️

North Funen is full of wonderful experiences! 

We have compiled a list of exciting sights for you here 

If there are special types of experiences you are looking for, you can see an overview of all experiences and activities on North Funen here

There are several great places to eat in the area around Morud and Søndersø that you definitely shouldn't miss. 

We've collected the best eateries near Morud and Søndersø for you right here. 

Enjoy your meal🍴

There are several cozy eateries in the area from Bårdesø to Hasmark. 

We've compiled a list of the best places to eat from Bårdesø to Otterup and Hasmark for you here. 

Enjoy your meal🍴

You'll find plenty of great places to eat in Bogense all year round—cozy cafés, delicious street food, and excellent restaurants. 

We've put together a list of the best places to eat in Bogense. 

Here, you can also see the opening hours for restaurants this month. 

Enjoy your meal🍽️

It is not possible to reserve any seats. You have to order and pay for the tickets at the same time.

There is a limited number of tickets available for each trip, and it's not possible to hold the tickets without paying.

Unfortunately, it is not possible to cancel tickets or get money back for tickets that you don't want to use. But please contact us if you're not able to come anyway - that means we don't have to wait for you.

However, you can give or sell the tickets to another person, provided that you make sure to notify VisitNordfyn of the name, telephone number and e-mail address of the person who is coming instead of you.

You can order a private guided tour, and you can also get us to plan one just for you.

Contact our Sales manager Jette Kærgaard on jek@neet.dk / tlf. 4043 4885, and you can talk about what you want.

We recommend that you bring a good mood, clothes that'll keep you comfortable in any weather and shoes that you can wear for hours.

A few days before the trip you'll get an email where you can read more about the trip and what you should bring.

You can read more about each trip here on visitnordfyn.com - just look for each trip on this page.

You're always welcome to contact us at + 45 6481 2044 or via info@visitnordfyn.dk - we're ready to answer your questions!

There is a large parking ground by Marinavej at Bogense Marina where you can park all day and where there's lots of space.

There is also a smaller parking ground between Østre Havnevej 2 and 4 - just drive up the small road between the two houses.

There are also a lot of small parking lots at the shops and restaurants on the harbour. Please note that you can only park 3 hours at most of these small parking lots.

At Bogense Harbour, there are public toilets at the Sea Bath at the eastern pier Østre Mole, at Vestre Havnevej number 19/21, at the marine office at Sejlerkagen 13 and at the path between Bogense Marina beach and the marina.

Black and grey water disposal station:

There is a black and grey water disposal station for motorhomes at the address Sejlerkajen 13.

You can pay harbour fees via the vending machine at the Harbour Office on Sejlerkajen 13. You can also book and pay berths via marinabooking.dk

You can always contact the Harbour Office at +45 6481 2115 or havn@nordfynskommune.dk

Black and grey water disposal station:

There is a black and grey water disposal station for motorhomes at the address Sejlerkajen 13, 5400 Bogense.

More specifically, it is located at Bogense Marina in the parking lot behind the Harbour Office.

Enebærodde is privately owned and the area is protected. We all have an interest in protecting nature, so that Enebærodde continues to be beautiful.

You must stay on the trails, and you choose whether to walk or bike. You’re only allowed to be in the area from 6 to sunset.

There are Galloway cattle on the headland, and they can become aggressive if you get too close. It is especially important to stay far away from the calves.

Dogs must be kept on a leash. You must keep dogs far away from the Galloway cattle, as the cattle can become aggressive if a dog gets too close.

On the beach itself, however, you can stay all day and night.

You can only walk the dog if it is on a leash.

For further inquiries about visiting Enebærodde, please contact the owner at Hofmansgave: hofmansgave.dk

You must keep your dog on a leash if you want to walk your dog on Enebærodde.

Note that there are Galloway cattle in the area. Dogs can be a stress factor for cattle. And it can be dangerous if the animals get stressed and disturbed by stray dogs or dogs that get too close. Be especially careful not to get too close to the calves.

You can walk or bike to Enebærodde. It's not possible to drive in your car on the spit, but you can park your car on the parking spot at the end of Tygesvej/ Halshusene 13 and walk or go by bike from there to Enebærodde.

Unfortunately, it is not possible to go by ferry or boat between Enebærodde and Fyns Hoved and other places along Odense Fjord. You can walk or bike from the spit along Odense Fjord to the bridge Odins Bro in Odense, from which there are also bike and hiking trails to Kerteminde, Fyns Hoved and the rest of Funen.

You can walk or bike along the path around Enebærodde.

Please be careful as the path is stony and a few places has a bottom of loose sand. It can be necessary to walk instead of biking sometimes, and the bike tires must be good.

You can buy your angling licence online at fisketegn.dk

You can dig up fresh lugworms or sandworms at the beach. The beaches on North Funen are shallow, so all you need to do os to find a shallow place with sand and look for the lugworm holes and sand sausages on the bottom - there you'll find them.

You can buy fresh worms at

Go Fishing

Dalumvej 67, 5250 Odense

+45 66 12 15 00

go-fishing.dk

If you want to try fishing with an experienced guide who knows the best fishing spots on Funen, please click here to see the expert fishing guides from Seatrout Funen!

Or contact VisitNordfyn at info@visitnordfyn.dk/ +45 6481 2044.

You can buy fishing gear on North Funen and in Odense and Middelfart:

• ScanJagt Otterup, Ørkebyvej 13. 5450 Otterup
• INTERSPORT Otterup, Søndergade 23. 5450 Otterup
• Kuhlmann Fritid & Cykler, Adelgade 112, 5400 Bogense
• Fyns Jagt og Beklædning, Toftekærsvej 16, Bogense
• Bogense Kræmmermarked - Antik og Retro, Guldbjergvej 43, Bogense

From the old harbour in Bogense, there are 300 m to each side where you are not allowed to fish. This is because the creek runs into the sea from the harbour, and the fish in the creek must be protected.

You can get to Flyvesandet by car via Kørupvej (from southwest) or Tørresøvej (from southeast) or the small roads Stenøvej/Agernæsvej (from south) - and then a long stretch up Flyvesandsvej to Flyvesandet.

There is no direct bus or other kind of public transportation to Flyvesandet. We recommend using Flextrafik - contact Fynbus to inquire about it: fynbus@fynbus.dk /+45 6311 2200

It's easy to bike to Flyvesandet along the small roads and up Flyvesandsvej.

There are paths all around Flyvesandet. You can walk along the beach all day and night.

There are also trails in the woods at Flyvesandet by Agernæs. You can walk or hike the trails from sunup to sundown.

At the nature reserve Nærå-Agernæs it's important to respect nature and stay on the paths and trails.

There is a big parking ground close to the Flyvesandet Beach.

You can also find small parking lots along Flyvesandsvej.

Gyldensteen Strand is privately owned by Aage V. Jensen Naturfond.

It is important to preserve the fantastic nature, and therefore it is important to pay attention to:

1. Remember that when walking around the large nature area, you must stay on the paths unless otherwise indicated on the signs

2. You are allowed to stay on Gyldensteen Strand from 06:00 to sunset.

You can get to Gyldensteen Strand by Gyldensteensvej. Drive up the Langø road or set your GPS to Langø 1, 5400 Bogense, and then you'll get directly to the big parking lot from which there are paths into the area. You can't walk or drive directly from Egense, Lindø or other places nearby to Gyldensteen Strand. The area is surrounded by fields to which access is not allowed.

Gyldensteen Strand has wide, flat paths and two bird towers accessible for wheelchairs. It makes it possible for everyone to see the area.

You can easily get from Stegø Mølle to Gyldensteen Strand. Before you reach Stegø Mill, bike or walk down the trail along the canal. Then you get to the first bird tower. Then you can walk or bike along the trail down Ålebækengen and on to Gyldensteensvej and Langø.

The weather is always good in Hasmark ?

Find the current weather forecast for Hasmark here!

There is a bike path along the road between Otterup and Hasmark Strand, Strandvejen.

You can also go biking along Odense Fjord between Hasmark Strand and Odense - for instance from the Odins Bro bridge.

And you can bike along the small paths between for instance Bogense and Hasmark.

? See some good suggestions for bike routes here! You can combine the routes to go even further.

Sadly there is no direct bus line to Hasmark.

You can take the bus from Odense to Otterup - route 140 - and from there take the bike, walk or drive by taxi to Hasmark.

See more on the Journey Planner!

There are several parking spots at Hasmark Strand. You can park close to the beach park Hasmark Strandoase at the parking lot at Strandvejen/ Østre Strandvej.

There is also a parking lot close to Enebærodde at Halshusene/Tygesvej.

You can park at the parking lot at Langesø Vaffelhus on Langesøvej 146. You can also park at the big parking lot at Langesø Golf Club at Langesøvej 139.

Langesø is privately owned, and this means that you can go for a walk along the roads and paths in the Langesø Woods, but you can't move outside the paths. You can stay in the woods from 7 AM until sunset. There are MTB trails and riding paths not accessible for people who are just walking. Sometimes the forest is closed, and this will be shown via signs.

Everyone can ride the lovely riding trails in the Langesøskovene as long as you buy a licence that you carry visibly. You can buy a day license or a year pass. You can buy the day pass in the Douglashuset via self-service, where you must remember to bring 100 kroner in cash. You can read more about riding maps and riding in Langesø at the website of the Langesø Estate.

There are two long MTB tracks in the Langesø woods. You need to buy a year pass or day license to bike there. You can buy a day license via self-service in Douglashuset on Langesøvej 139. Remember to bring 100 kroner in cash. Here it is also possible to wash the bike after the ride. You can read more about the rules for mountain biking in Langesø and about the year pass at the home page of the Langesø Estate.

You can get to Vigelsø from Klintebjerg on board the ferry Lunden which sails to Vigelsø every other Sunday from May until week 42. You can find the ferry schedule on fjordensdag.dk

There is no ferry in Odense Fjord. There used to be a boat ferrying to and from Enebærodde, Klintebjerg, Stige and Fyns Hoved, but is is no longer in use. You can bike or walk along the fjord, and you can cross the Odense water channel at the bridge Odins Bro.

Odense Fjord is very shallow, and the most of the water level is less than two metres. Water trenches have been excavated at a depth of 10 meters in some places, and you can also find depths of 4 meters in the fjord. Therefore, there are many small islands and a rich bird life.

A fredskov - a forest conservation area - is an area where there must always be a forest. The trees may be felled, but the owner must then plant new trees. The concept of fredskov was written into law in 1805, when the Danish king and government wanted to protect the last forest areas in Denmark and create more forest areas. There was not much forest left - only 4% of Denmark was forest area. The state also began to plant new forests and provided subsidies to private landowners so they could plant new forests. In exchange for the subsidies, the landowners had to commit to permanent forestry in the area - the so-called fredskov. That's how we got the Fredskov in Bogense.

You are welcome to collect some berries, cones and moss - but only what you can have in a small bag.

You can only collect what you can reach from the road or path.

You can't bring plants, wood or animals with you from the woods.

It's really nice to bring thermos with coffee or a packed lunch for a picnic here on North Funen. Most of the forest on Nordfyn is privately owned, and here you can take a break and sit down to relax as long as you are at least 150 meters away from a house or other buildings. Remember not to walk away from the road and path. You must remember not to leave any garbage - if the forest is to be here for many years to come, then it's important to take care of it.

Most of the forest area on North Funen is privately owned.

• In private forest, there is access from 6 AM in the morning until sunset.
• You may walk or bike on paths and roads, but you may not walk off the roads and paths.
• There are often rules on a sign in the forest - always remember to follow the rules.

You get to Æbelø by walking from the parking lot at Lindøhoved through the water towards Æbelø Holm. There are poles in the water in the right direction. After about 45 minutes through the water, you reach Æbelø Holm which is the small islet in front of Æbelø. Walk across Æbelø Holm, and then there is a 20-minute walk through the water until you get to Æbelø.

You can set your GPS to Lindøhoved 60, 5400 Bogense, then you'll get to the parking lot at Lindøhoved.

Check the tides and the sea level!

The easiest way to get to Æbelø is by following the tide table and check out the current sea level. Check for ebb tide. The water rises and falls gradually. It's a good idea to walk in the time periode from about two-three hours before low tide to two-three hours after low tide.

Strong winds from the north mean elevated water levels. 

It's a very bad idea to go to Æbelø in the evening or night. After dark it's no longer possible to see where you're going - and the water is not low everywhere.

In the wintertime from mid-September to mid-May the water is chilly, and the weather is a lot more windy. We don't recommend walking to and from Æbelø at this time, unless for practiced outdoorspeople wearing waders...

Short-term forecasts

The tides are unpredictable and can change quickly according to both long-term and short-term forecasts. Check the current water level via the short-term forecast for Bogense on dmi.dk or via other weather services.

You can come to Æbelø in your own kayak or boat. There is no harbour at the island, but it is possible to anchor off the island where you can enjoy the view.

Unfortunately it is not possible to drive to Æbelø in any way. There is no transport to and from the island. Sometimes a tractor drives around, but it is only for use by those working on the island.

You can use the tide table to Æbelø by looking for ebb tide and high tide for each date. When the water is highest, it's a bit over one metre high. When the water is lowest, it's about 10-15 cm high. The water level is very dependent on wind and weather. When the wind is coming from the northeast, it means there'll be a very high tide.

Click here to see the tide table for May-September!

• Under H is high tide
• Under L is low tide
• The water wil rise and fall gradually
• If you start your trip three hours before low tide and start walking back no later than two hours after low tide, you'll walk in relatively low water the whole time
• The walk to the island takes about an hour and a half.

From mid-September - mid-May the water is cold, and the weather windy. We don't recommend going to Æbelø during this time, unless for outdoorspeople wearing waders and other equipment. It can be very dangerous.

Note that low tide in the tide table for all year round is marked with a minus in front of the number. The times are given in Danish normal time. When it is daylight saving time, add an hour.

Short-term forecast

Therefore, pay special attention if you go to Æbelø during that period and always check the short-term forecast for Bogense at dmi.dk just before you go.

It takes about an hour and a half to go to Æbelø. Walking from Lindøhoved through the water to Æbelø Holm takes about 45-50 minutes. Walking across Æbelø Holm takes about 20 minutes. Walking through the water from Æbelø Holm to Æbelø itself takes about 20 minutes. Now you are on Æbelø itself, and here you must expect that it takes about an hour to walk around the island.

• The trip from Lindøhoved to Æbelø Holm is approx. 1.5 km.
• The trip from Lindøhoved to Æbelø is at 4 km.
• The trip around Æbelø is at 7 km.

The walk to Æbelø will take you for at least an hour and a half through water, on a sandy bottom and on a stony bottom, as well as on gravel roads and small paths on Æbelø Holm and Æbelø. The trip to Æbelø is not suited for people who have difficulties walking or have other problems with their health.

There is neither a toilet nor access to water on Æbelø. At Lindøhoved, from where you start your walk to Æbelø, there is a public toilet. Tap water is available.

You can bring a small spade and biodegradable toilet paper to the island.

Æbelø is deserted. There is no water, no toilet, no food or anything else. You must remember to bring water, food, garbage bags etc. And of course, you must remember to bring it all back with you so that Æbelø can stay beautiful.

It is important to wear shoes or sandals for dry ground and the water. You walk on a sandy bottom in the water between Lindøhoved and Æbelø Holm, and here you don't need shoes - there are, however, stones and seashells in the sand. Then you get to Æbelø Holm, where you need your dry shoes. Between Æbelø Holm and Æbelø itself, you walk on the rock bottom in the water, and it's a really good idea to wear shoes.

When you come to Æbelø, you can let your shoes dry. It's not worth wearing rubber boots, because you can expect them be to get filled with water.

You must apply for permission to ride on Æbelø. It is only allowed for riding groups of max 10 horses. Note that there is a rock bottom between Æbelø Holm and Æbelø itself, and it is not good for the horses to walk there. You apply the Aage V. Jensen Naturfond for permission via the foundation's website.

You can bring your dog with you to Æbelø as long as the dog is on a leash.

Please note that the walk to Æbelø is about 4 km long, including 1.5 km through the water. The walk around Æbelø is 7 km long.  The water is at least 20 cm high and can be more than 1 m high. Your dog must be strong enough for a long walk and be able to walk in the water or swim for a long while.

During the birds' breeding season between 1 March and 15 July, you must not leave the main path on Æbelø Holm or visit Dræet.

You may not sleep on Æbelø.

In order to protect the unique nature of the island, staying overnight is not allowed.

You can walk around the island on the beach around the clock, but you can't pitch a tent, light a bonfire or anything else.

You can stay on the beach around the clock, and you can walk the big paths and open areas from 6 AM until sunset.

You may not take plants, animals, fungi or dead branches with you from Æbelø.

In the bird breeding season from 1 March to 15 July, access to the Dræet islet is not allowed, nor is it allowed to walk off the path on Æbelø Holm. Drætte Holm is also closed to the public from 1 March to 1 September.

The old ruins are too dangerous to enter.

Violation of the rules may be reported to the police.

You may not light a fire or have a bonfire on Æbelø. You may not bring wood to the island and the deadwood on the island must be allowed to be part of the natural cycle. It should not be used to light a fire. It takes a long time to extinguish a fire on Æbelø, which is why it is very important to respect the rules.

It is allowed to use a primus stove for cooking.

Violation of the rules may be reported to the police.

Every summer there are guided tours to Æbelø available for booking. You can see more about it here. The guide speaks Danish.

If you wish to plan a guided tour to Æbelø, you need permission from the owners of Æbelø, the foundation Aage V. Jensen Naturfond. They only grant permission to one group a day in order to enhance the experience for everyone.

It is not allowed to ride a bike on or near Æbelø and Æbelø Holm.