With the ancient
Hindsgavl forest, captivating Fænø Sound and the coast of the Lillebælt Sea literally on the doorstep, Middelfart is brimming with breathtaking scenery and family adventures just waiting to be had.
In the middle of the lush Funen orchards with a prime position on the water’s edge and bordering onto the forest, Middelfart Resort & ConferenceCenter makes an ideal base to enjoy the surrounding simple pleasures of swimming, walking, cycling and horse riding whilst staying in well-appointed spacious
cottages. Offering excellent facilities on site including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a playground, minigolf, tennis, bowling and a huge array of activities, it is also perfectly located for exploring the local attractions as well as further afield.
Taking advantage of this pristine watery playground, families can enjoy the natural high of whale watching under sail on a beautiful wooden ketch enchanted by Denmark’s playful porpoises as they frolic in the bay; navigate the smooth waters on the stunning South Fyn Archipelago by
kayak, discovering their own secret hideaways along the way and angle off the shore for a fresh fish supper taking home the winning catch of the day.
Or for a more historical take on Middelfart and its fascinating sea-faring past, wander through the old town to the
Middelfart Museum which houses an historical account of the area with exhibitions covering everything from the 19th century whaling trade and bridge building to a collection of period ladies' hats and textiles; cruise down to the harbour to the 19th century
Lillebælt-Værftet (little belt shipyard) where old vessels continue to be restored using the old techniques as part of a working museum and explore the grounds of the neo-classical Hindsgavl Slot with its remnants of the
Hindsgavl Castle and informative display of the castle history and prehistoric artefacts from the area.
Straddling the best of both world’s, short day excursions from Middelfart offer an excellent way of exploring some Denmark’s most popular attractions all within an easy hour’s drive. Enjoy a fairytale fantasy wandering through the cobbled streets of Denmark’s 4th largest city
Odense - home to one of the world’s most famous children’s writers
Hans Christian Andersen or exploring the magnificent
Egeskov Slot - one of Europe’s best preserved moated renaissance castles, with its grand collection of antique furniture, paintings, old hunting trophies and 18th Century designed grounds. Within the grounds are five fascinating museums, including the Veteran Car Museum with an extensive collection of aircraft, cars and motorcycles and arguably the most fairytale dolls' house in the world, Titania's Palace.
Head across the divide into Jutland to the original
Legoland at Billund, with its amazingly detailed miniature versions of cities and famous landmarks as well as thrilling rides, miniature trains and water chutes. Next to Legoland, more watery fun can be had at
Lalandia Billund – Scandinavia’s largest Aquadome or close by at
Givskud Zoo with its safari setting and the largest pride of lions in Scandinavia. Slightly further away head North to the city lights of
Aarhus, the country’s second largest city and one of the oldest cities in Denmark with ancient Viking roots and an the award-winning five star attraction of
Den Gamle By (The Old Town) - an interactive ‘living’ historic village.