The Castle Route
A collection of 14 cycling routes, created by Destination Fyn.
Overview
About this collection
Welcome to The Castle Route
The Castle Route spans 660 kilometres through some of the most beautiful landscapes on the island of Fyn. The route connects historic estates, coastal scenery and charming towns across the island.
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A journey through landscape and history
Along the way, you’ll ride through rolling countryside, coastal stretches and areas shaped by the Ice Age. The route passes grand manor houses, ancient monuments and small villages that reflect Fyn's rich cultural heritage.
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Towns, villages and local experiences
The Castle Route leads you through lively market towns and quiet rural communities, where cafés, farm shops and local eateries offer food made from regional ingredients. There is always a place to pause, refuel and enjoy the surroundings.
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A route to explore at your own pace
Whether you ride the full 660 kilometres or choose individual stages, The Castle Route offers a varied cycling experience filled with nature, culture and authentic local life.
- 14
- Routes
- 40:38 h
- Duration
- 655.3 km
- Distance
- 16.1 km/h
- Avg. speed
- 2,936 m
- Ascent
- 2,944 m
- Descent
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The Castle Route
Routes in this collection
All 14 routes in this collection can be opened on the map or in the Bikemap App for more details, where you can adjust them in the route planner, or download them as GPX or KML file. Use them as a template for planning your own rides, or let Bikemap navigate you along them directly.
The Castle Route: Odense – Kerteminde (Stage 1)
Cycling route in Kerteminde, Region South Denmark, Denmark
Welcome to the first stage of The Castle Route – part of a 14-stage cycling journey across Fyn. This idyllic stretch between Odense and Kerteminde takes you around the scenic peninsula of Hindsholm, one of the driest areas in Denmark, known for its unique landscapes and w…
- 54.3 km
- Distance
- 182 m
- Ascent
- 169 m
- Descent
The Castle Route: Kerteminde – Nyborg (Stage 2)
Cycling route in Kerteminde, Region South Denmark, Denmark
Welcome to the eastern stage of The Castle Route – part of a 14-stage cycling journey across Fyn. Here, you'll find 34 km of beautiful and varied terrain between Kerteminde and Nyborg. A journey full of manor houses, coastal idyll, atmospheric forests and some of East Fyn…
- 35.3 km
- Distance
- 114 m
- Ascent
- 106 m
- Descent
The Castle Route: Nyborg – Svendborg (Stage 3)
Cycling route in Nyborg, Region South Denmark, Denmark
Welcome to stage 3 of The Castle Route – part of a 14-stage cycling journey across Fyn. This scenic ride takes you from the historic town of Nyborg to the vibrant maritime city of Svendborg, combining royal heritage, coastal landscapes and some of South Fyn’s most distinc…
- 70 km
- Distance
- 370 m
- Ascent
- 374 m
- Descent
The Castle Route: Svendborg – Rudkøbing (Stage 4)
Cycling route in Svendborg, Region South Denmark, Denmark
Welcome to stage 4 of The Castle Route – part of a 14-stage cycling journey across Fyn. This short but experience-rich stage takes you from Svendborg to Rudkøbing through the heart of the South Fyn Archipelago.
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Over Svendborgsund
Leaving Svendborg, you cro…
- 21.5 km
- Distance
- 76 m
- Ascent
- 99 m
- Descent
The Castle Route: Rudkøbing – Lohals (Stage 5)
Cycling route in Rudkøbing, Region South Denmark, Denmark
Welcome to stage 5 of The Castle Route – part of a 14-stage cycling journey across Fyn. This peaceful stage takes you across Langeland from the charming market town of Rudkøbing to the cosy harbour town of Lohals, with nature and coastline never far away.
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**Rudk…
- 35.5 km
- Distance
- 167 m
- Ascent
- 165 m
- Descent
The Castle Route: Lohals – Spodsbjerg (Stage 6)
Cycling route in Rudkøbing, Region South Denmark, Denmark
Welcome to stage 6 of The Castle Route – part of a 14-stage cycling journey across Fyn. This varied stage from Lohals to Spodsbjerg offers rolling landscapes, cultural highlights and unique nature experiences on Langeland.
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Through rolling landscapes
The r…
- 35.5 km
- Distance
- 167 m
- Ascent
- 165 m
- Descent
The Castle Route: Spodsbjerg – Bagenkop (Stage 7)
Cycling route in Rudkøbing, Region South Denmark, Denmark
Welcome to stage 7 of The Castle Route – part of a 14-stage cycling journey across Fyn. This scenic stage from Spodsbjerg to Bagenkop offers open landscapes, Cold War history and some of Langeland’s most distinctive nature.
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Through open landscapes
The 44 k…
- 44.1 km
- Distance
- 160 m
- Ascent
- 159 m
- Descent
The Castle Route: Bagenkop – Rudkøbing (Stage 8)
Cycling route in Marstal, Region South Denmark, Denmark
Welcome to stage 8 of The Castle Route – part of a 14-stage cycling journey across Fyn. This scenic stage from Bagenkop to Rudkøbing offers coastal landscapes, rich birdlife and unique art experiences along the way.
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Through open landscapes
The 37 km route …
- 37.1 km
- Distance
- 120 m
- Ascent
- 118 m
- Descent
The Castle Route: Ærø (Stage 9)
Cycling route in Ærøskøbing, Region South Denmark, Denmark
Welcome to the Ærø stage of The Castle Route – part of a 14-stage cycling journey across Fyn. This short but memorable stage across Ærø offers maritime history, colourful towns and inviting coastal landscapes.
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Through open landscapes
At 32 km, this is one …
- 32.3 km
- Distance
- 149 m
- Ascent
- 147 m
- Descent
The Castle Route: Svendborg – Faaborg (Stage 10)
Cycling route in Svendborg, Region South Denmark, Denmark
Welcome to stage 10 of The Castle Route – part of a 14-stage cycling journey across Fyn. This scenic stage from Svendborg to Faaborg offers coastal views, historic estates and one of Denmark’s most beautiful cycling stretches.
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Through open landscapes
The 4…
- 43.3 km
- Distance
- 241 m
- Ascent
- 237 m
- Descent
The Castle Route: Faaborg – Assens (Stage 11)
Cycling route in Faaborg, Region South Denmark, Denmark
Welcome to stage 11 of The Castle Route – part of a 14-stage cycling journey across Fyn. This scenic stage from Faaborg to Assens offers rolling hills, Ice Age landscapes and a mix of cultural landmarks along the way.
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Through open landscapes
At 53 km, this…
- 53.6 km
- Distance
- 389 m
- Ascent
- 387 m
- Descent
The Castle Route: Assens – Middelfart (Stage 12)
Cycling route in Assens, Region South Denmark, Denmark
Welcome to stage 12 of The Castle Route – part of a 14-stage cycling journey across Fyn. This scenic stage from Assens to Middelfart offers rolling countryside, grand estates and unforgettable views along the way.
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Through open landscapes
At 87 km, this is …
- 85.4 km
- Distance
- 474 m
- Ascent
- 475 m
- Descent