Your guide to Christmas days on Fyn and the Islands
Experience the Christmas atmosphere spreading all around. Fyn and the Islands offers beautiful Christmas lighting, cozy Christmas activities and delicious Christmas food.
Christmas in Odense and the Surrounding Area
A Million Christmas Lights at Odense ZOO
As darkness falls, more than a million Christmas lights illuminate Odense ZOO, inviting anyone in need of a generous dose of Christmas cheer and twinkling lights. Families can meet the mischievous elves Zoofus and Zoofie, stop by Santa’s gift workshop near the reindeer, and explore the zoo as it transforms into a magical Christmas wonderland.
From 27 November until the end of December. See the full Christmas programme here.
Experience Christmas as It Used to Be at Den Fynske Landsby
How did people celebrate Christmas on Fyn 150 years ago? Explore beautifully decorated half-timbered houses, meet the gårdbo – the traditional Danish farm elf – and try your hand at old Christmas traditions, from making decorations to rolling candles from beeswax. You can also take in the village from the high seats of a horse-drawn carriage and sample some traditional Christmas treats.
Starting 28 November. See the full programme of Christmas activities here.
Christmas on North Fyn
Christmas Market at Langesø Castle
Near Morud, you'll find Langesø Christmas Market, where charming little stalls are set against the backdrop of the castle and its beautiful lake. Browse Christmas gifts and local specialities, and combine your visit with a winter walk through the surrounding Langesø Forest.
From 14 November to 20 December. Read more about the Christmas market here.
Christmas Magic at Thorslundgård
At Thorslundgård near Skamby, Christmas has taken over the historic rooms, each decorated in its own festive style. Wander among the Christmas trees, vote for your favourite, and enjoy the smell of freshly made æbleskiver (traditional Danish pancake puffs), while discovering the estate's collection of historic porcelain and art.
Christmas in Svendborg and South Fyn
In Svendborg, Christmas is celebrated with twinkling lights along the historic shopping streets, local specialities, and traditions that bring the whole town together. Here, you can watch Santa arrive by boat, find handmade Christmas gifts, and soak up the festive atmosphere around the town square and harbour.
Experience Christmas Traditions in Svendborg
Christmas celebrations kick off on 20 November, when the town's large Christmas tree is lit up in the main square. On 29 November, Santa traditionally arrives by boat at the harbour, followed by a festive parade through the town. On weekends from 27 November to 13 December, the town square transforms into a Christmas wonderland with local stalls, hot drinks, live music, and activities for the whole family. Around town, you can also enjoy Christmas concerts, carol singing, and performances in churches and cultural venues.
Local Flavours, Crafts and Christmas Gifts
Looking for Christmas gifts with a local touch? Visit the Artists' Christmas Bazaar at SAK Kunstbygning on 28–29 November, where local artists sell ceramics, jewellery, textiles, and paintings. On 19–20 December, head to the Kulinarisk Sydfyn Christmas Food Market at Svendborg Harbour, where local producers offer specialities for the Christmas table, while children can explore the festive elf village.
Discover even more Christmas activities in Svendborg and the surrounding area with VisitSvendborg.
