Historic Walk: Battle of Nyborg 1659

Follow a quiet countryside trail across the fields where, in 1659, Denmark’s fate was fought for in the bloody and decisive Battle of Nyborg.

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Historiske Vandringer - Slaget ved Nyborg 1659

Starting near Banegårdsalleen on the edge of Nyborg, this historic hiking route follows in the footsteps of one of Denmark’s most decisive battles. Here, in November 1659, Danish and allied troops clashed with the Swedish army across fields, marshes and gentle slopes outside the fortified town. Today the landscape appears peaceful, but waypoints, views toward Hjulby Sø and Nyborg, and interpretive material bring to life the drama, strategy and human cost of the Battle of Nyborg.

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Banegårdsalleen, Nyborg, 5800, DK
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Duration: 1 to 3 hours
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Local tips

Wear waterproof footwear outside dry summer months; stretches of the route can be muddy, especially near low‑lying fields and drainage ditches.
Bring water and snacks, as there are no cafés or shops directly on the battlefield; plan refreshment stops in central Nyborg before or after the walk.
Carry a downloaded or printed battlefield map so you can match viewpoints with historical troop positions and phases of the battle.
Check the weather forecast and avoid very windy or heavy‑rain days, when the exposed fields can feel harsh and visibility of landmarks is reduced.
Combine the hike with a visit to Nyborg Castle and town centre to better understand the strategic importance of the 1659 battle.

Getting There

Train and short walk from Odense

Take a regional train from Odense to Nyborg, a journey of around 20–30 minutes with departures typically at least twice an hour during the day. A standard adult single ticket usually costs about 40–70 DKK in second class. From Nyborg Station it is roughly a 15–25 minute walk on pavements and quiet streets to the Banegårdsalleen area where the battlefield route begins. The walk is mostly level and suitable for most visitors, but there are limited wayfinding signs specifically for the historic trail, so carrying a map or offline navigation is helpful.
Train from Copenhagen across the Great Belt

From Copenhagen Central Station, direct intercity and regional trains run to Nyborg in about 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes, crossing the Great Belt bridge. One‑way adult tickets generally range from about 160 to 280 DKK depending on train type and booking conditions. Trains run regularly throughout the day but can be busy at commuter times. On arrival in Nyborg, allow around 15–25 minutes on foot to reach the Banegårdsalleen starting area. The route from the station is paved and easy to follow, though not all crossings have lifts, so travellers with limited mobility should allow extra time.
Car from Odense via E20

Driving from Odense to Nyborg along the E20 motorway takes roughly 25–35 minutes in normal traffic. There is no road toll between the two towns when you do not cross the Great Belt bridge. In Nyborg, street parking is available in and around the station and nearby residential streets, often with time restrictions, so always check local signs. From typical parking areas near the station, you will need to walk 10–20 minutes to reach Banegårdsalleen and the battlefield paths. The approach roads are straightforward, but expect increased traffic around rush hours and holiday travel days.
Cycling from Nyborg town centre

From the historic centre of Nyborg, you can cycle to the Banegårdsalleen area and on toward the battlefield in about 10–15 minutes at a relaxed pace. The town and surrounding countryside are relatively flat, and there are designated cycle lanes or quiet streets for much of the way. Cycling is free, but bring lights and reflective gear if you plan to return in the dusk or dark, as some stretches are less illuminated. Near the battlefield, you may need to leave your bike and continue on foot along farm tracks where surfaces can be uneven or muddy after rain.

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Where a Quiet Path Crosses a Violent Past

Beginning close to Banegårdsalleen on the western side of Nyborg, this historical hiking route leads you into the former battlefield where, on 14 November 1659, Danish and allied forces met the Swedish army in a decisive clash. The fields, hedgerows and low hills that now surround the town once rang with cannon fire and the thunder of cavalry. As you walk, the modern town recedes and you step into open countryside that still roughly follows the contours of the 17th‑century terrain. The route traces sections of the front between Hjulby Sø and the estates south and west of Nyborg. What appears today as a calm, cultivated landscape of crops, drainage ditches and farm tracks was once churned into mud by thousands of soldiers and horses. The contrast between the pastoral setting and the story it hides is one of the walk’s most powerful impressions.

The Battle that Reshaped the Danish Realm

The Battle of Nyborg was the last major engagement of the Dano‑Swedish conflict of 1658–60, a war that threatened Denmark’s survival as an independent kingdom. On this ground, a combined Danish, Dutch, Brandenburg and Polish–Lithuanian force confronted a Swedish army entrenched outside the fortress town. For hours the battle swayed back and forth, with infantry lines advancing and breaking, artillery firing from prepared positions, and cavalry probing for the enemy’s weak points. A bold manoeuvre through the marshy areas near Hjulby Sø allowed Danish cavalry to strike the Swedish flank and rear, triggering a collapse that forced the Swedes back toward Nyborg’s walls. The following day, supported by a Dutch fleet landing troops near Knudshoved, the allies compelled the remaining Swedish forces to surrender. The victory helped secure a political settlement that kept Denmark on the map, even though earlier defeats had already cost it large eastern provinces.

Reading the Landscape for Clues

Although no grand monument dominates the route, the landscape itself functions as a vast open‑air archive. Subtle rises mark former artillery positions that had clear lines of fire across the lower ground. Damp hollows and drainage channels hint at the marshes that once complicated troop movements. Where the path skirts views toward Hjulby Sø, it is easier to imagine the difficulty of moving cavalry across soft, waterlogged terrain under fire. Information boards and local research projects have mapped likely positions of units and reconstructed phases of the fighting. Knowing that thousands of men fell across these fields lends weight to every small depression and ridge. Seasonal changes add extra layers: mist in autumn can evoke the smoke and confusion of battle, while bright spring light highlights the openness of the ground the soldiers had to cross.

Experiencing the Route on Foot

Today, the battlefield is explored at a walking pace along farm roads, paths and quiet edges of fields. The route is generally gentle, with only modest inclines, making it accessible to most walkers with basic fitness. Underfoot, expect a mixture of gravel, grass and occasionally muddy stretches after rain, which can echo the boggy conditions that shaped the original battle. Because much of the trail passes through open farmland, you are accompanied by the sounds of modern rural life: tractors in the distance, birds over hedgerows, the wind moving across wide, open expanses. There are limited formal facilities along the way, so walkers often plan their visit around time in central Nyborg, combining the battlefield with the town’s historic streets and fortress‑related sites.

Connecting Nyborg’s Wider Story

Walking this route also offers a different perspective on Nyborg itself. The town, once a fortified stronghold with a royal castle, formed the backdrop to the battle and the political changes that followed. The fields you cross were integral to its defence and to rival powers’ attempts to control the central Danish islands and the straits leading to the Baltic. Seen from the battlefield, Nyborg’s skyline appears modest, but its historical weight is considerable. By ending or beginning your walk near the town, you can link the open landscape to the castle area, town squares and later commemorations that keep the memory of 1659 alive. The route thus becomes not just a countryside hike, but a thread connecting military history, political transformation and the everyday lives that have continued here ever since.

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Nyborg St.

0.1 km

A historic rail gateway on Funen’s east coast, Nyborg Station links castle town charm with fast, modern connections across Denmark via the Great Belt.

Nyborg Vold

0.4 km

Stroll the grassy ramparts and mirror-still moats that once guarded Denmark’s medieval power center, now a peaceful green belt wrapping historic Nyborg.

Erik Ballings Plads

0.6 km

Where Danish cinema's greatest visionary is celebrated through iconic characters and cultural memory.

Mindesmærke for kaptajn Peter Bredal

0.7 km

A solemn memorial to a 17th-century Danish captain whose frozen fleet became legend.

Nyborg Fortress

1.0 km

Medieval parliament seat where Danish kings shaped a nation's destiny and founded a Nordic empire.

Den Hvide Jomfru

1.1 km

A modest white monument on Nyborg’s old fortress embankment, Den Hvide Jomfru blends legend, landscape and history into a quiet, atmospheric pause.

Befrielsessten i Vindinge

4.4 km

A modest village liberation stone in front of Vindinge Church, quietly commemorating Denmark’s 1945 freedom amid the calm of rural eastern Funen.

Befrielsessten i Skalkendrup

7.7 km

A quiet memorial to Denmark's liberation from Nazi occupation in 1945

Damestenen

14.9 km

Denmark's colossal 1,200-tonne ice-age boulder, transported from Sweden 18,000 years ago.

Rolfshøj

15.7 km

A quiet Neolithic long barrow in the fields near Ferritslev Fyn, where a simple stone chamber and grassy mound bring Funen’s prehistoric past close at hand.

Papirbåden | H.C. Andersen

27.5 km

A delicate paper boat turned gleaming sculpture, Papirbåden floats on Odense’s Fairytale Garden lake, quietly celebrating H.C. Andersen’s “Steadfast Tin Soldier.”

Carl Nielsen Museum

27.6 km

Discover the life and work of Carl Nielsen at this intimate Odense museum, where music, history, and Danish cultural heritage blend in interactive exhibits.

H. C. Andersens House

27.7 km

Explore the spellbinding H.C. Andersen’s House in Odense, where world-class storytelling, innovative design, and interactive exhibitions bring fairy tales to life.

Odense Cathedral - St. Canute's Church

27.7 km

A luminous Brick Gothic cathedral in central Odense, where Denmark’s last Viking king, royal tombs and a masterpiece altarpiece share a serene, living sacred space.

VILLE VAU

27.7 km

A world-class architectural landmark offering immersive exhibitions on Denmark’s maritime past and present, set in a dramatic underground dry dock by Kronborg Castle.

Step into an 18th-century merchant's home and discover the intimate world of prosperous Nyborg.

Nyborg Tennis Klub

0.9 km

Local seaside tennis club with clay courts, an all-year court and a friendly community feel in the coastal town of Nyborg.

Casual all‑you‑can‑eat sushi and wok in the heart of Nyborg, mixing conveyor‑belt plates, tablet ordering and playful robot service in a lively setting.

A cosy Nyborg specialty shop where Italian delicacies, handpicked wines and colourful ceramics come together in lovingly curated gift-worthy combinations.

Essential bars & hidden hideouts

Ophav

0.6 km

Nyborg's refined casual dining hub blending bar, restaurant, and café culture with seasonal local cuisine.

Laboratoriet Nyborg

0.6 km

Atmospheric wine bar and bottle shop in a historic 1824 apothecary laboratory, tucked in a Nyborg courtyard and serving carefully chosen wines, snacks and coffee.

Phønix I/S

0.7 km

Cozy, no-frills bar and burger spot in central Nyborg, serving cold beers, simple comfort food, and relaxed local nightlife just off the town’s historic streets.

Chr. II's Pub

0.7 km

Casual Danish pub in Nyborg's historic centre, where locals gather for authentic neighbourhood hospitality.

Øksendrup Cider

0.7 km

Cosy Nyborg cider bar showcasing organic East Funen apples, slow‑fermented bottles and intimate tastings in the historic heart of Denmark’s former royal city.

Corner Bar

1.0 km

Unpretentious neighborhood bar on Nyborg’s Strandvejen corner, serving cold drinks, easy conversation and a playful weekend wheel of fortune from late morning.

Terningen Henrik Skovlykke Vedel Hansen

20.4 km

Cozy neighborhood bar in Årslev with billiards, hearty Danish comfort food and a relaxed local atmosphere from late morning coffee to late-night beers.

Den Gyldne Hund

20.7 km

Smoky, harbourfront pub in Lohals where locals, sailors and visitors share simple drinks, sea air and classic Danish værtshus atmosphere.

Marina's Sportslounge

20.8 km

Laid-back village sports bar in Tranekær, mixing live matches, simple small plates and a friendly Langeland local-pub feel.

Hjallese Puben

26.6 km

Vibrant neighborhood bar where Odense locals gather for music, drinks, and authentic Danish pub atmosphere.

Den Lille Kro Odense

27.0 km

A classic Odense brown bar with history in its walls, cold beer on tap and a warmly worn, neighborhood atmosphere that feels instantly familiar.

Vandpibe Cafe Odense - Casablanca lounge cafe

27.1 km

Cozy Odense shisha lounge blending Middle Eastern café culture with Danish hygge, soft music, and long, sociable evenings over fragrant hookah and drinks.

Vandpibe Cafe Odense - Casablanca lounge cafe

Den Standhaftige Tinsoldat Af Odense

27.4 km

A small, steadfast neighborhood beer bar in Odense C where inexpensive drinks, local regulars, and a laid-back dive-bar atmosphere tell their own quiet story.

The Flower and the Bee

27.4 km

Experience Odense's vibrant nightlife at The Flower and the Bee, a premier weekend dance bar offering quality cocktails and dynamic music in a lively atmosphere.

Rabalder Bar Odense

27.4 km

A small, homely Odense bar styled like grandma’s living room, serving easygoing drinks and sing‑along hits in the heart of the city’s weekend nightlife.

Nightclubs & after hour spots

KJ's bodel

0.8 km

Laid‑back local nightspot on Nyborg’s main square, mixing simple drinks, sociable bar chatter and a compact dance floor in an unpretentious setting.

Muzirkus

1.9 km

Nyborg's independent music sanctuary where local bands rehearse, collaborate, and perform since 1974.

Dance Odense, Funen Square Dance Club

22.9 km

Community-driven square dancing in a cozy Odense neighborhood hall, where callers, patterns and shared rhythm turn an ordinary evening into a friendly social event.

BUTCHERS Odense

27.4 km

High-energy nightclub on Odense’s Overgade, mixing pounding bass, lights and late-night drinks in a central old-town setting steps from major sights.

Boogie Dance Café

27.7 km

Odense's oldest disco where retro charm meets genuine community dancing.

Dansebar Odense

27.8 km

Lively central Odense nightclub with mainstream hits, colorful lights and a sociable dance floor vibe from late evening into the early hours.

The slaughterhouse Nightclub & Eventhus

28.5 km

Experience industrial-cool nights, live music, and eclectic parties at The Slaughterhouse Nightclub & Eventhus, Odense’s dynamic hub for nightlife and contemporary culture.

Crazy Daisy Svendborg

30.7 km

Compact, high-energy weekend nightclub in central Svendborg, serving mainstream beats, drinks and a sociable dance floor until the early hours.

Gecco Bar & Natklub

36.3 km

Loud, colorful, and unapologetically party‑focused, Gecco Bar & Natklub is Slagelse’s straightforward late‑night spot for dancing, drinks, and familiar club hits.

Gammeltorv

36.4 km

Slagelse's vibrant weekend nightclub where locals and visitors dance until dawn.

The Upper Hill

36.4 km

A lively, well-loved pub and wine bar on Slagelse’s main square, delivering authentic Danish nightlife, craft drinks, and regular social events in a warm, modern setting.

Slagelse Jazzklub

36.5 km

Western Zealand's premier jazz venue celebrating five decades of live music, dining, and authentic club culture.

Kasket karl

42.3 km

Discover authentic Danish hospitality and local color at Kasket Karl, Rudkøbing’s beloved bodega on Langeland—a lively gathering spot offering drinks, history, and community.

Langelands Jazzklub

42.6 km

Experience the vibrant local jazz scene at Langelands Jazzklub in Rudkøbing, where live music and island hospitality meet in one of Denmark’s most charming settings.

Swingergaarden

44.1 km

Discreet countryside swingers club near Slagelse, offering themed adult nights, intimate play spaces and a rules-based, consent-focused environment for open-minded guests.

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Train and short walk from Odense

Train from Copenhagen across the Great Belt

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Where a Quiet Path Crosses a Violent Past

The Battle that Reshaped the Danish Realm

Reading the Landscape for Clues

Experiencing the Route on Foot

Connecting Nyborg’s Wider Story

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Nyborg St.

Nyborg Vold

Erik Ballings Plads

Mindesmærke for kaptajn Peter Bredal

Nyborg Fortress

Den Hvide Jomfru

Befrielsessten i Vindinge

Befrielsessten i Skalkendrup

Damestenen

Rolfshøj

Papirbåden | H.C. Andersen

Carl Nielsen Museum

H. C. Andersens House

Odense Cathedral - St. Canute's Church

VILLE VAU

Unmissable attractions to see

Børge Jensens Plads

Bastionen Nyborg

Chr. Hansens Have

Tour de France-monument

Church of Our Lady

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Nyborg Destilleri

Nyborg torv

Mindesmærke for D-Dag

Nyborg Lokalhistoriske Arkiv

Nyborg Voldspil

Nyborg Volde

Landporten

Mads Lerches Gård

Nyborg Tennis Klub

Essential places to dine

Circle K Nyborg Mango

Nurs Burger & Steakhouse Restaurant

Rosso pizzaria

McDonald's Nyborg

Jimbo's Kaffebar

Aiko Sushi

Carl's Jr. Danmark

Pomona Pizza Nyborg

Roeds Brasserie

Den Smalle Café

Restaurant Remisen

Mamma's Nyborg

Central Cafeen

Rio Bravo

King's Running Sushi & Wok

Markets, malls and hidden boutiques

Lidl

Gen&Brug Nyborg

Nyborg Paletten v/Jan Andersen

Imerco

Intersport Nyborg

Linn V/Tina Rasmussen

Vinspecialisten Nyborg

Pigernes Magasin

Havneloppen

Tippy

Tinga Tango v/Anette Langholm