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Visiting the small islands in the archipelago is almost like travelling to a bygone era. The absence of traffic and urban development brings you closer to the sounds of nature, birdlife and old buildings.

Head out to the geopark's exceptional ice age landscape at Egebjerg Mill and Rødme Svinehaver. While you're in the area, we recommend two powerful experiences; a trip to the treetops in Gorilla Climbing Park and the popular mountain bike trail Skovhuggeren.

About halfway between Svendborg and Nyborg lies Klintholm Kalkgrav, an international geosite where lime was extracted for agricultural use. The lime pit provides a dizzying glimpse of the earth's past. A past where Denmark was covered by shark-infested seas, and volcanoes and earthquakes turned the tropical ocean into an icy polar sea. 

Take a trip across the beautiful Svendborg Sound Bridge to Tåsinge, where you'll find Funen's largest salt marsh, Monnet. This area on the south coast has been protected since 1983 and therefore has a rich bird and animal life. 

Experience the archipelago from the water and get a taste of island life on Lyø and Avernakø. From Faaborg, you can take the ferry to either island, and then sail to the other before heading back. 

Hike The Archipelago Trail and enjoy breathtaking views of the picturesque hilly landscape of the Svanninge Hills and Mountains. The first stretch takes you from Falsled to Faaborg, where you'll reach two of Funen's highest points along the way.

The beautiful hilly landscape that South Funen is known for has characterised life in the area since the ice age and holds great cultural significance. At Faaborg's two major museums, you’ll experience the area from two perspectives; nature and art. 

The composer Carl Nielsen was born in central funen. Visit Carl Nielsen's childhood home and get a sensory experience of his childhood. Not far from his childhood home you'll find the amazing Tarup-Davinde Nature Area.

Feel the winds of history and the maritime atmosphere in Marstal. The small town has an extensive maritime history centred around the Marstal Harbour - a natural harbour shielded by the headland Eriks Hale.

Explore Ærøskøbing, one of Denmark's best-preserved 18th-century towns and awarded the Europa Nostra Award for the Preservation of European Cultural Heritage.

Hop on your bike for a ride over the ridge of Ærø through varied terrain, stunning scenery and magnificent views.

Visit Søbygaard and watch an exhibition about the geopark. Take a walk around the medieval castle and continue to Vitsø Nor. Finish with a fantastic view from the top of the beautiful Skjoldnæs Lighthouse.

Take a trip to Tranekær, which despite its relatively small size, offers several great experiences. A medieval castle, the adjacent castle park TICKON and the Medicine Gardens.

The two kilometre long and 28 metre high Ristinge Klint (Ristinge Cliff) is a breathtaking sight, and from here you can walk along the coast to Ristinge hale. After enjoying the sea breeze, we recommend a visit to Nature Destination Skovsgaard.

Strynø is full of character. Despite its small size, the island has around 200 permanent residents, its own daycare centre, a school, a grocery store and several businesses. 

The southern tip of Langeland is a vast natural area with open grasslands, lakes and bogs, forests and cliffs. Here, you can climb Fakkebjerg, crawl into a burial mound from the Stone age and visit the Cold War museum Langelandsfort.