Guide Service in Odense

In the Middle Ages there were four churches in Odense: Sct. Albany Church, Church of Our Lady, Sct. Hans Church – with the outside brick pulpit and Sct. Knuds Church (Odense Cathedral). The last three of these still exist today.

In 1086, king Canute the Holy was killed in front of the high altar in Sct. Albany Church. Only 15 years later, this brutal ruler was canonized because of the scene of his murder and Odense got a new cathedral named after Sct. Canute.

The cathedral is the finest gothic building in Denmark and absolutely worth visiting. It is also known for its altarpiece made by Claus Berg.

My guests prefer usually to see the inside of the Cathedral and the outside of both the Cathedral and Sct. Hans Church and a broader tour into the renaissance in Odense.

Few cities have undergone such drastic changes as Odense has since the beginning of the 00’s. A brand new city centre, new bridges, a transformed harbour and lots of new neighbourhoods and a tram system to tie it all together.

It has all been based on a long-term strategy with the aim of transforming the city from a sad provincial hick town into a modern city. 

On this guided tour all the major urban development projects will be tied together – and along the way we will both walk and ride the tram.

We can enjoy lunch or dinner along the way at one of Odense's most classic restaurants if we add an hour. This must be mentioned when making the booking.

The Area Vollsmose is controversial, and often appears in the headlines of the Danish press. Unfortunately, this picture is distorted and without nuances.

Through my work, I am very well aquainted with this neighbourhood. Vollsmose has been named after a swamp, and this type of landscape is still recognizable between the tenements, townhouses and areas with detached houses. Vollsmose is a meltingpot of traditional Danish lifestyle and the mulicultural and social variety of an international, modern neighbourhood. All in all, Vollsmose is an inspiring and nice place to live.

If you only know about Vollsmose from the media, this is your chance to exchange second-hand opinion with direct knowledge, based on experience. Take part in this guided tour and see for yourself. There are a great many really nice people here.

I have worked with one of the cooperative housing societies in this area, so I am very well informed about the neighbourhood.

On this historical walking tour, we'll trace the footsteps of bygone events and uncover the concealed secrets that have shaped Odense's narrative during World War II. Delving into the city's past, we'll encounter the dramatic events that have etched their presence, and listen to remarkable tales of resistance, unity, and the war, as perceived by the occupying forces.

Yet, Odense's wartime history isn't solely shrouded in darkness and strife. We'll also immerse ourselves in the enchanting melodies that forged bonds of resistance and optimism among people. Along the way, we'll encounter preserved remnants of the past, serving as poignant reminders of challenging times, as well as testaments to the resilience and fortitude of Odense's inhabitants.

Join us for an unforgettable historical walking tour, exploring one of the most captivating cities of World War II in Denmark.

Go on a guided boattrip on Odense Å from Munkemose to Hunderup Skov and continue on foot across Fruens Bøge to Den fynske Landsby.

This guided tour starts at Munkemose, we go by boat past the mansions in the Hunderup District and Odense Zoo, arriving at Hunderup Skov. On out way there, I explain about the sights we pass.

When we arrive at the Terminal for Åfarten, we continue on foot across the beautiful area Fruens Bøge (The beeches of Our Lady), which has been a recreational park area for the locals for more than a century.

The tour finishes at Den Fynske Landsby, an open air museum showing village life as it was some 200 years ago. It is even possible to book an additional tour of Den Fynske Landsby

Oluf Bager, a famous Danish merchants in the 16th century Odense.

The famous renaissance merchant Oluf Bager owned lots of buildings in Odense. As a citizen he was not allowed to possess manor houses which was a privilege for the nobility. Hear the story about Oluf Bager, his family and his friendship with the king and learn how he became so wealty. See some of the places in Odense which we can relate to him.

A restaurant is named after Oluf Bager. Alternatively you could start there with a talk about Oluf Bager while having lunch or dinner before we go for the city walk.

Odense Tramway opened in May 2022 as the largest single investment in infrastructure in the city ever.

I have followed the project closely, through good and through bad times, right from the first drawings to the opening – and also afterwards.

On this tour you will hear both about what went well and what went wrong. And you'll hear about the dramatic highlights that occured along the way.

We also take a trip with the tram and see and hear about a few selected places on the route.