The 10 Best Things to do in Svendborg, Funen and Islands

March 22, 2022 Flossie Demartino

Svendborg (Danish: [ˈsvɛnbɒːˀ]) is a town on the island of Funen in south-central Denmark, and the seat of Svendborg Municipality. With a population of 26,672 (1 January 2014), Svendborg is Funen's second largest city. In 2000 Svendborg was declared "Town of the year" in Denmark, and in 2003 it celebrated its 750th anniversary as a market town. By road, Svendborg is located 195 kilometres (121 mi) southwest of Copenhagen, 183 kilometres (114 mi) south of Aarhus, 44.2 kilometres (27.5 mi) south of Odense, and 28.5 kilometres (17.7 mi) east of Faaborg.
Restaurants in Svendborg

Kullinggade 16, Svendborg 5700 Denmark +45 62 21 00 29 [email protected] http://www.galleri-dgv.dk/
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Gallery DGV

Reviewed By IntrepidHector - Lolland, Denmark

Even if you aren't - but especially if you are - interested in high class contemporary art, enjoy the walk from Svendborg along the waterfront to this stunning white 'palace' of a gallery. A totally rebuilt house originally intended for guests of the rich industrialists who lived in an equally stunning house next door. Light streams in through the generous windows, the art has more than enough space to look fantastic in, there are balconies to sit and enjoy the sun and the views on. It really is one of the most beautiful private galleries we have ever visited.

2. Bregninge Kirkebakke

Kirkebakken 1, Svendborg 5700 Denmark http://www.bregningekirke.dk
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Bregninge Kirkebakke

Reviewed By PeteG1058

Bregninge Kirke is a beautifully placed church on the highest point of the South Islands surrounding Svendborg. On a clear day, the view from the hills is very beautiful, incorporating the majority of the islands in the South Baltic. A climb to the top of the church tower is certainly worth the effort- a breathtaking experience indeed. Highly recommended! And of course the cemetery is beautifully kept- tranquility itself.

3. Naturama

Dronningemaen 30, Svendborg 5700 Denmark +45 62 21 06 50 [email protected] http://www.naturama.dk
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Naturama

The red deer bellows. There is lightning. The bear wants to be cuddled. Get close to the animals while lighting, sounds and films change the atmosphere in the room. Tasks and information about the animals in English. SPIDERS: Special exhibition with live spiders and fun activities.

Reviewed By robinsQ3134BV - Farnborough, United Kingdom

This place is great for both adults and kids. Our 2 year old son has been here a couple of times now when we return to visit family in Denmark and he always rushes around pointing at the animals shouting their names with excitement. The long spiralling ramp and long stairs make it easy for him to navigate between levels too.

4. Danmarks Forsorgsmuseum

Grubbemoellevej 13, Svendborg 5700 Denmark +45 21 35 63 22 [email protected] http://www.svendborgmuseum.dk/forsorgsmuseet
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Danmarks Forsorgsmuseum

The Welfare Museum is housed in Svendborg's old Poorhouse, a unique set of buildings showcasing an important period in Denmark's welfare history. Doors open into a world that up to now has been hidden from most of us. Here, we learn some of the stories surrounding the many people who lived on the dark side of society: the poor, the sick and the homeless who lived here, whether briefly or long-term, during the 102 years when the Poorhouse operated. Traces of the hardness of their lives are everywhere. The Welfare Museum conveys to the visitor a feeling of the past that creeps under the skin.

Reviewed By joshformentera - Copenhagen, Denmark

Visited Svendborg last week of July 2020 and came to see the museum with my 12 year old daughter and I was surprised how big the welfare museum was. This is great place to experienced to discover how the welfare state Denmark treated the poorest up until 1974. The museum was very interesting how this place kept so well and allowed to show the world to gives a glimpse of an understanding of how life must have been with the poor people way back then. If you visit Svendborg and see other interesting place include Danmark's Forsorgmuseum as part of your itinerary because it is worth visiting and to learn the history in the past of the place.

5. Broholm Castle

Broholmsvej 32 Godme, Gudme, Svendborg 5884 Denmark +45 62 25 10 55 [email protected] http://www.broholm.dk/
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Broholm Castle

6. Keramiker Ulla Sonne

Sankt Peder Straede 7, Svendborg 5700 Denmark +45 51 26 79 16 http://www.ullasonne.dk/
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Keramiker Ulla Sonne

7. Ohavsstien

Kullinggade 31, Svendborg 5700 Denmark
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Ohavsstien

8. Valdemars Slot

Slotsalleen 100, Svendborg 5700 Denmark +45 62 22 61 06 http://www.valdemarsslot.dk/
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Valdemars Slot

Reviewed By GlobeTrotterChicago - Palos Park, United States

If you are in Svendborg, don’t miss the opportunity to head out to the island of Tasinge and take in Valdemar’s Castle. It is still privately owned and not only interesting, but beautiful. If you are into gaming trophies, check out the attic museum. The castle is expensive, but I would recommend it!

9. Mindesten for Elvira Madigan og Sixten Sparre

Norreskoven, Tasinge, Svendborg 5700 Denmark http://svendborg.sights.dk/dansk/taasinge-mindesten-elvira-madigan.asp
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Mindesten for Elvira Madigan og Sixten Sparre

10. Stenstrup Kirke

Assensvej 226, Stenstrup, Svendborg 5771 Denmark +45 62 26 12 40
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Stenstrup Kirke

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