Beneath the city's modern surface lie tales of royal murder, trade, and sacred rituals. Follow in the footsteps of the Vikings through the streets of Odense, where the past comes to life – from the cathedral crypt to the hidden ramparts at Munke Mose.
The newly named UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Viking castle Nonnebakken in Odense, is the only one of Harald Bluetooth's 5 ring castles located in the centre of the vibrant city - although well preserved underground, part of the surrounding earthworks can still be seen.
Discover Nonnebakken – Odense's Fascinating Viking Fortress
Are you curious to discover what makes Nonnebakken so special? Step into the exhibition and gain insights into the power structures of the Viking Age.
Odense Cathedral was built in the 14th century. It is a Gothic cathedral with a high and bright nave, and in the crypt you will find the remains of Saint Cnut, Denmark's last Viking king. The cathedral is also known as Saint Cnut's Church.
King Cnut was very a important figure in Odense's history during his reign from 1080 to 1086. Aelnoths Saga written in Odense around 1120 tells the story of the king who was killed by rebellious peasants in Sct. Albany's Church during a particularly violent period in Danish history.
Viking Age stories fascinate people all over the world and in Odense they live on to this day. Odense's Viking history offers unique experiences such as the area around Harald Bluetooth's ring fortress Nonnebakken and Cnut the Holy's last remains and much more.
Experience Odense in new and unique ways through exciting digital city tours. From historical walks focused on Cnut the Holy to journeys in the footsteps of H.C. Andersen, and the Fairy Tale Sculpture Route.
Vikingemuseet Ladby rummer Danmarks ældste kongegrav og er det eneste sted i verden, hvor man kan træde direkte ind en vikingekonges skibsgrav på det autentiske sted.
Walk in the footsteps of royalty and the Vikings when you visit Nonnebakken on Funen, Trelleborg and Borgring on Zealand and Fyrkat and Aggersborg in Northern Jutland.
Vikings are an important part of both Danish and world history with their many raids, settlements and trade. The first attacks on England and the official start of the Viking age was in 793, and the Viking era lasted until the mid-1000.
