Hiking and cycling route on Enebærodde

Enebærodde route between fjord and sea

The hiking route on Enebærodde follows the path along the narrow spit of land that separates Odense Fjord from the Kattegat. Out here you get wide open views, big sky and nature very close by.

Along the way you walk or cycle through beech woodland and pine trees and past Funen’s largest heath, and all around you can see the small juniper bushes that have given Enebærodde its name. The tour is calm and peaceful, and the landscape is beautiful in every season.

On one side you have Odense Fjord, on the other side the Kattegat opens up. If you are lucky, you might spot adders on the spit and many different bird species, and the area is grazed by the characteristic Galloway cattle.

At the far end of Enebærodde you reach the Enebærodde Lighthouse, and from here there is a view across the narrow sound Gabet to Lodshuse on the opposite side.

Enebærodde is a protected nature area, so it is important to stay on the paths and show consideration for nature and wildlife.

Facts about the route

• Length: 11.9 km out and back
• Terrain: Mostly flat with gentle climbs of up to 3.3%
• Surface: Nature path suitable for both hiking and cycling
• Facilities: Public toilet by the car park on Tygesvej

How to get to Enebærodde

Enebærodde is car free, and cars are parked at the car park by Halshusene/Tygesvej, 5450 Otterup.

It is also easy to cycle or walk to the route. You can get here from Hasmark Strand via Østre Strandvej and Erikshåbvej, from Østerballe via Gravemaen, Mollesvej and Tygesvej, or from Odense Fjord via Hofmansgavevej and Tygesvej.