Sanderumgaard: Denmark’s Hidden Garden of Romantic Landscapes
Discover Sanderumgaard, Funen’s enchanting Romantic-era landscape park: a blend of historic estate, poetic gardens, and serene lakes just beyond Odense.
Sanderumgaard is an atmospheric historic estate near Odense, famed for its early Romantic landscape park. Visitors can wander winding paths, tranquil lakesides, and lush groves designed to evoke poetry and daydreams, with deep roots tracing back to 1793. It offers a unique blend of cultural history, horticulture, and serene beauty ideal for peaceful exploration or a scenic picnic.
A brief summary to Sanderumgaard v/Erik Vind
- Sanderumgårdvej 150, Odense, Odense SØ, 5220, DK
- +4526192130
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check opening hours in advance, as the garden is closed on Mondays and during some off-seasons or for private events.
- Bring cash or a card for café purchases; homemade cakes and refreshments are a highlight.
- Picnic spots abound—if the weather is good, bring a blanket to lounge by the water.
- Be sure to explore the many romantic pavilions dotted across the grounds—they each have stories attached.
- The paths are mostly gravel and grass; wear practical shoes, especially after rain.
Getting There
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Driving
Approaching from central Odense, the estate is found just past the city’s residential southern edge, surrounded by open fields and woodlands typical of Funen’s countryside. A short drive, usually 15–20 minutes, brings you to Sanderumgaard’s dedicated visitor parking area near the main entrance. Parking is typically free, but on special event days there may be a modest fee.
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Public Transport
Regular buses heading in the direction of Odense’s southeast suburbs connect the city center with stops near the outskirts, close to Sanderumgaard. Alight at the nearest village stop, from which a gentle 10–15-minute walk along open rural lanes brings you to the estate gates. Standard adult tickets for local buses cost about DKK 24 per journey (~€3.25).
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Taxi
A taxi from Odense’s central station or city hotels offers the quickest and most direct connection, whisking you through the gently undulating landscape in around 15–20 minutes. Expect to pay DKK 170–220 (roughly €23–30), depending on traffic and time of day.
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