Odense Å | |
Source1 Location: | Lake Arreskov near Korinth |
Mouth Location: | Odense Fjord between Stige and Seden |
Subdivision Type1: | Country |
Subdivision Name1: | Denmark |
Length: | about 60km (40miles) |
The Odense River (Danish: Odense Å) is a river located on the island of Funen, in central Denmark. It is about 60km (40miles) long and is named after the Funish capital, Odense, which it passes through. Boats can be rented by the river, offering a scenic ride to Fruens Bøge. Excursion boats offer rides to Carlslund, with jazz music some Saturdays during the Summer.
During the Viking Age, the fortress Nonnebakken ensured its controller supremacy over the river.