14 days in South Denmark Itinerary

Most visitors remember their trip to Aero by a unique blend of scenery, culture, history, and food.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Marstal Sofartsmuseum and Skjoldnaes Fyr. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Aero Island and Hammerichs Hus. The adventure continues: indulge your thirst for a good beer at AEro Brewery, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Aeroskobing Kirke, take a leisurely stroll along Marstal Havn og Marina, and see the interesting displays at Flaske Peters Samling.

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Cape Town, South Africa to Aero is an approximately 192-hour car ride. The time zone difference when traveling from Cape Town to Aero is minus 1 hour. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Soenderborg.

Sønderborg HistoryPrior to the Second Schleswig War of 1864, Sønderborg was situated in the Duchy of Schleswig, a Danish fief, so its history is properly included in the contentious history of Schleswig-Holstein. Start off your visit on the 22nd (Mon): examine the collection at Dybboel Banke History Centre, step into the grandiose world of Augustenborg Slot, then view the masterpieces at Augustiana, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Christianskirken. On the next day, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Graasten Slotskirke, take a peaceful walk through Graastenskovene, then see the interesting displays at Papirmuseets By, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Broager Kirke.

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Traveling by car from Aero to Soenderborg takes 2 hours. May in Soenderborg sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Esbjerg.

Esbjerg is a seaport town and seat of Esbjerg Municipality on the west coast of the Jutland peninsula in southwest Denmark. Get a sense of the local culture at Ribe Vikinge Center and Fisheries- and Maritime Museum. Step off the beaten path and head to Skallingen and Mennesket ved havet. Go for a jaunt from Esbjerg to Grindsted to see Billund Kommunes Museer about 42 minutes away. There's much more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Sct. Catharinae Kirke Og Kloster, step off the mainland to explore Mandoe, look for gifts at Artizan Art and Crafts, and admire the striking features of Ribe Domkirke.

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Traveling by car from Soenderborg to Esbjerg takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Soenderborg in May, Esbjerg is slightly colder at night with lows of 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Odense.

The capital of the island of Funen, Odense represents the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen, who penned such classics as "The Little Mermaid" and "The Ugly Duckling." Denmark's third-largest city proudly displays its link to the famous writer with museums, sculptures, and public art installations dedicated to Andersen and his stories.

The Funen Village and Broholm Castle are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Appreciate the collections at The Danish Railway Museum and Tidens Samling. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Odense: Vor Frue Kirke (in Nyborg) and Svendborg (Danmarks Forsorgsmuseum & Thuroe Minigolf). There's still lots to do: explore the historical opulence of Egeskov Castle, pause for some serene contemplation at Sct. Albani Church, learn about all things military at Odense Bunker Museum, and see the interesting displays at H. C. Andersens House.

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Traveling by car from Esbjerg to Odense takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. May in Odense sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.