Sculptures and monuments on North Funen
You see monuments and sculptures all around North Funen - but what are they called? What is that fun sculpture in the roundabout in Søndersø? Where do we find Manneken Pis in Bogense? Find sculptures on North Funen and read more about them here!
Photo: Ole Grost
There are many beautiful, fun and exciting sculptures and monuments around North Funen, and there is always a good story about them. Why are there three main boulders in the roundabout at Otterup? Who is the mermaid lady? Where can I find the Midgard Serpent in Otterup, and is it true that Manneken Pis can also be found in Bogense? We have the answers for you!
Sculptures and outdoors art
Photo: Anne Mette Rasmussen© Jørgen Meier-Larsen
Monoliths in Otterup
When you come by car to Otterup from Odense, you'll be greeted by three monumental stones at the roundabout. They replace several former monuments that have been destroyed - and they also have a special meaning!
Photo: Otterup Kirkegård© Kent Holm
The Bronze Ax and the Angelic Being in Otterup
The elegant sculptures by sculptor Kent Holm on the churchyard in Otterup tell about grief and pain over death -but also about hope and vitality.
Photo: VisitNordfyn
The Wave in Bogense
Discover the marble sculpture The Wave in Bogense – a work of art inspired by the sea and created by sculptor Lisbeth Krag.
Photo: Nina Flintegaard© Frede Troelsen
“The Spike” in Otterup
What is that tall sculpture that grows straight up from the ground in Otterup town park? It's the big Spike that adorns the area after being moved from the middle of town.
Photo: VisitNordfyn© Jørgen Meier-Larsen
Midgårdsormen, the Midgard Serpent, in Otterup
The Midgard Serpent meanders gracefully through the middle of Otterup - you'll find the big snake in battle against Thor in the town square.
Photo: VisitNordfyn© Jens Galschiøt
Hans Christian Andersen at Bogense Old Harbour
At Bogense's old harbour you can meet Denmark's best storyteller Hans Christian Andersen in the form of a beautiful sculpture by the artist Jens Galschiøt - and it's perfectly true!
Photo: Ole Grost© Poul R. Weile
Elle in Bogense
At the far end the Western Pier at Bogense Marina, the mermaid Elle welcomes everyone to Bogense, the town of mermaids - do you dare to go out and greet her too?
Photo: Børge Pedersen© Frank Fenriz Jensen
“The Diver” by Bogense Seaside Spa
At Bogense Sea bath, a beautiful blue figure is on the jump - where is it going?
Photo: Jens Wognsen© VisitNordfyn
Manneken Pis, Bogense
Say hello to Bogense's famous mascot! Read the story of how a local boy struck it rich and gave the town this cheeky replica of Manneken Pis in 1934. Dive into the myths about the foundling and see the many fun costumes here.
Photo: Jens Wognsen© VisitNordfyn
Tanner Larsen’s Well in Bogense
Is it a decoration in a roundabout? Is it something that has been left over from the old days? No, it's tanner Larsen's gift to Bogense, the lovely well in Adelgade!
Photo: VisitNordfyn© Fritz Røed
Washing the Child - sculpture in Bogense
The love and tenderness radiate from the figures, even though they are completely cold, for Child Wash is a very vibrant and beautiful sculpture.
Photo: VisitNordfyn© Per Buk
Artwork for the North Funen Castle Route
A lighthouse, a ship, the Manneken Pis, a rose and much more - can you find all the fine symbols of North Funen in the artwork for the North Funen Castle Route?
Photo: VisitNordfyn© Kurt Tegtmeier
"Tørne" in Søndersø
It's a sculpture that quite literally turns - and what does this rotation represent then?
