Kløverstierne in Nyborg

Four coloured clover-shaped paths from Nyborg’s harbour, linking medieval streets, waterfront and countryside into easy, free and flexible walking and cycling loops.

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Kløverstien I Nyborg

Kløverstien i Nyborg is a network of four waymarked clover-shaped walking routes starting by the harbour at Vesterhavnen 3A in the coastal town of Nyborg on Funen. Designed as easy-to-follow loops of different lengths and themes, the paths link Nyborg’s medieval streets, waterfront, green spaces and surrounding countryside. Clear coloured symbols guide you clockwise along pavements, promenades and quiet paths, making this a relaxed, flexible way to explore both town and nature on foot or by bike, year-round and free of charge.

A brief summary to Kløverstien I Nyborg

Nyborg, DK
Duration: 1 to 4 hours
Free
Outdoor
Mobile reception: 5 out of 5

Monday 12 am-12 am
Tuesday 12 am-12 am
Wednesday 12 am-12 am
Thursday 12 am-12 am
Friday 12 am-12 am
Saturday 12 am-12 am
Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

Start at the harbour trailhead at Vesterhavnen 3A and take a moment to study the information board so you understand the four route colours, lengths and themes before setting off.
Wear comfortable shoes and a windproof layer; the terrain is mostly flat and easy, but coastal breezes off the Great Belt can feel cool even on bright days.
Combine two or more coloured loops if you want a longer outing; you can always shorten the walk by cutting back through Nyborg’s compact town centre.
Bring water and a small snack, especially for the longer loops that lead out of the most built-up areas, where café options are more spread out.
Use the route as a gentle photo walk; the mix of harbour scenes, historic buildings and glimpses of the Great Belt Bridge offers varied motifs throughout the year.

Getting There

Train and walking

From Odense, take a regional train to Nyborg Station; journeys typically take 20–30 minutes and run at least twice an hour during the day, with standard adult tickets costing roughly 60–90 DKK one way. From Nyborg Station it is about a 15–20 minute walk on mostly flat pavements through the town centre to the harbour at Vesterhavnen, where the Clover Paths start. The route is suitable for most visitors, though those with limited mobility may prefer a short taxi ride from the station instead of walking.
Car from Funen and Zealand

Driving from Odense to Nyborg via the E20 motorway typically takes 25–35 minutes in normal traffic, while from the western end of the Great Belt Bridge it takes around 15–20 minutes to reach Nyborg. There is free, time-unlimited parking at the harbour close to the Clover Path trailhead, but spaces can be busier on sunny weekends and school holidays. Crossing the Great Belt Bridge by car incurs a toll, usually in the range of 250–300 DKK for a standard vehicle each way, so factor this into your budget if arriving from Zealand.
Regional bus and short walk

Regional buses connect Nyborg with nearby towns on Funen, with typical journeys from places like Kerteminde or Svendborg taking 40–70 minutes depending on the route and time of day. Standard single fares are often around 30–60 DKK, with buses stopping at or near Nyborg Station or central stops in town. From these stops, expect a 10–20 minute walk on even pavements to reach the harbour. Services may run less frequently in the evenings and on Sundays, so check departure times ahead if you plan to return late.

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Harbour gateway to Nyborg on foot

Kløverstien i Nyborg begins at the harbourfront by Vesterhavnen 3A, where a distinctive clover logo marks the starting point for four different routes. From here, you set off clockwise along clearly signed paths that quickly draw you away from the marina bustle into a blend of cobbled streets, waterfront views and leafy corners. The harbour setting underlines Nyborg’s historic role as a traffic hub, once linking east and west Denmark by ferry and rail, now tying together cycling and walking routes across Funen. The area around the start is practical as well as scenic. There is free, time-unlimited parking at the harbour and a public toilet close to the trailhead, so you can get ready, fill your bottle and adjust your backpack before choosing which coloured route to follow. The flat coastal terrain and paved surfaces near the harbour make the first stretch accessible and inviting for most fitness levels.

Four coloured loops with different stories

The Nyborg Clover Paths follow a national concept developed to give towns four distinct loops from a single starting point, each with its own colour, length and focus. Here, the shorter routes explore Nyborg’s compact medieval centre, town ramparts and castle surroundings, while the longer loops extend into open landscape, shoreline and green spaces. As you move between harbour, old town and countryside, panels and waymarks quietly point out layers of history. Themes on the routes highlight Nyborg as a royal city, a former ferry port and railway junction, and a modern coastal community framed by the Great Belt. One loop might linger on narrow streets lined with historic houses, another trace old traffic corridors or former industrial zones now reclaimed for recreation. Together they form a clover of experiences that can be enjoyed individually or combined to suit your energy.

Experiencing Nyborg’s landscapes at walking pace

Away from the harbour, the Clover Paths reveal just how varied this corner of East Funen is. Sections of the longer paths lead you past fields, small woods and open views towards the Great Belt, giving glimpses of the long bridge that now carries most cross-country traffic. Other stretches run along promenades or quiet waterfront spots, where you can pause on a bench and watch small boats move in and out of the marina. Because the terrain is largely flat and gradients are gentle, the routes work well for relaxed walks, light runs or leisurely cycling. Surfaces range from pavement and compacted paths to occasional grass or gravel, so sturdy everyday shoes are generally enough. The loops are not wilderness hikes but a soft, approachable way to bring movement into a city visit, weaving green spaces and sea air into an urban day.

Practical details and facilities along the way

One strength of the Nyborg Clover Paths is how straightforward they are to follow. Each route is marked with its own colour on small signs, all bearing the clover symbol and arrows that keep you moving clockwise. This simple system reduces the need for maps or apps once you have noted your chosen colour. At the harbour start, information boards and printed leaflets are often available, giving an overview of route lengths, themes and points of interest. Facilities are clustered around the harbour and town centre. Here you find public toilets, seating areas and easy access to food and drink in nearby streets. Trash bins and occasional benches appear along many sections, particularly close to the waterfront and in more urban parts of the loops. Because the routes stay close to town, you are rarely far from shelter, a café or a shop if the weather changes or you want to cut your outing short.

Seasonal moods and who will enjoy it most

Kløverstien i Nyborg is open all year and adapts well to the seasons. On clear spring and summer days, the harbour sparkles and the coastal stretches feel almost beach-like, with long light evenings ideal for a late walk. Autumn brings colour to trees along green corridors and parks, while winter sharpens views over the water and lends a quiet, reflective mood to the old town. Wind off the Belt can be brisk, so layers are useful outside the warmest months. Because distances and surfaces vary, the Clover Paths can suit families with children, casual strollers, solo walkers and couples alike. Shorter inner loops work for prams and many wheelchairs, while fitter visitors can link multiple colours into a half-day urban hike. Dogs on leads, runners and cyclists all share parts of the network, giving the area a lived-in but relaxed feel. For travellers who like to understand a place by walking through it, this is one of the most flexible introductions to Nyborg.

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Nyborg St.

2.6 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.

Erik Ballings Plads

2.7 km

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

Nyborg Fortress

2.8 km

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

Nyborg Vold

2.9 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.

Den Hvide Jomfru

3.1 km

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

Mindesmærke for kaptajn Peter Bredal

3.1 km

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

Befrielsessten i Vindinge

5.2 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

5.6 km

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

Rolfshøj

15.5 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.

Damestenen

17.5 km

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

Enebærodde

26.4 km

A pristine coastal peninsula where Denmark's largest heath meets the fjord—nature in its purest form.

Papirbåden | H.C. Andersen

26.6 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

26.7 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

26.7 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.

VILLE VAU

26.7 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.

Unmissable attractions to see

Kløverstien Strand Nyborg

0.4 km

A gentle coastal stretch of Nyborg’s Clover Paths, where quiet shoreline, easy walking and big sea views meet just beyond the town streets.

Åbent skovareal ved Nyborg

0.5 km

An unpretentious open woodland on Nyborg’s edge, ideal for relaxed walks, quiet runs and everyday nature breaks among trees, clearings and birdsong.

Strandvænget Park og naturlegeplads

0.9 km

Sensory-rich nature playground with farm animals, accessible pathways, and beach access on Denmark's Great Belt.

Pavillonen Hesselhuset

1.7 km

Waterfront pavilion where Funen's forest meets the Great Belt, offering scenic views, family amenities, and coastal tranquility.

Mindesten for befrielsen

2.3 km

A modest liberation memorial stone in a small green enclave by Juelsbergvej, offering a quiet moment of reflection on Denmark’s freedom in May 1945.

Mindesten for Slaget ved Nyborg 1659

2.6 km

A modest stone in a small green corner of Nyborg that quietly commemorates the brutal 1659 battle which helped secure Denmark’s survival as an independent kingdom.

Børge Jensens Plads

2.6 km

Experience the Befrielsessten in Sulkendrup: A serene memorial park honoring Denmark's World War II liberation amidst lush countryside.

Landporten

2.6 km

Step through Nyborg’s historic land gate, once the town’s only entrance, and wander grassy ramparts where fortress walls meet tranquil park-like scenery.

Nyborg Volde

2.6 km

Grassy fortress ramparts circling Nyborg’s old royal heart, now a leafy park of historic earthworks, castle views and relaxed walks above the town.

Historiske Vandringer - Slaget ved Nyborg 1659

2.7 km

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.

Historiske Vandringer - Slaget ved Nyborg 1659

Dronningens Bastion

2.7 km

Historic earthen ramparts crowned by Nyborg’s 1899 water tower, where medieval fortifications and industrial heritage meet in a tranquil green corner of the castle landscape.

Nyborg Water Tower

2.7 km

A proud 1890s brick water tower turned cultural hideaway, rising from Nyborg’s Queen’s Bastion where fortress history meets industrial ingenuity.

Nyborg Voldspil

2.8 km

Denmark’s oldest open‑air theatre, staging big summer musicals on Nyborg’s historic ramparts beneath tall trees and long Nordic evening skies.

Nyborg torv

2.8 km

Experience Danish heritage and community on Nyborg’s historic main square, where medieval history meets the relaxed rhythm of modern market town life.

Nyborg Castle

2.8 km

Medieval power centre and early Danish capital, where moats, ramparts and royal halls tell the story of kings, parliaments and the kingdom’s first constitution.

Intimate Italian‑inspired café‑restaurant on historic Slotsgade, pairing handmade brunch, antipasti and dinners with one of Nyborg’s most charming castle views.

Compact Danish homeware and gift shop in Nyborg’s town centre, blending practical kitchen tools, tableware and lamps with a cozy, everyday local atmosphere.

Essential bars & hidden hideouts

Ophav

2.8 km

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

Chr. II's Pub

2.9 km

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

Øksendrup Cider

2.9 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.

Laboratoriet Nyborg

2.9 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

2.9 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.

Corner Bar

3.2 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

20.5 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

23.3 km

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

Marina's Sportslounge

23.4 km

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

Vandpibe Cafe Odense - Casablanca lounge cafe

26.0 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

Hjallese Puben

26.0 km

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

Den Lille Kro Odense

26.1 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.

Den Standhaftige Tinsoldat Af Odense

26.4 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

26.5 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

26.5 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

2.8 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

3.8 km

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

Dance Odense, Funen Square Dance Club

22.3 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

26.5 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

26.8 km

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

Dansebar Odense

26.9 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

27.6 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

33.1 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

35.8 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

35.9 km

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

The Upper Hill

35.9 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

36.1 km

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

Juviklubben

42.2 km

Intimate Kalundborg live music hub and youth club, where generations meet for close-up concerts, casual bar nights and a laid-back, community-driven vibe.

SKØL Brygkompagni

42.3 km

Discover craft beer excellence and Danish hospitality at SKØL Brygkompagni—Kalundborg’s lively brewpub blending Scandinavian tradition, local flavor, and community spirit.

Postgaarden Kalundborg Event og Musikhus

42.3 km

Experience live music and cultural events at Postgaarden Kalundborg Event og Musikhus, the heart of Kalundborg's entertainment scene.

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Getting There

Train and walking

Car from Funen and Zealand

Regional bus and short walk

Kløverstien I Nyborg location weather suitability

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Discover more about Kløverstien I Nyborg

Harbour gateway to Nyborg on foot

Four coloured loops with different stories

Experiencing Nyborg’s landscapes at walking pace

Practical details and facilities along the way

Seasonal moods and who will enjoy it most

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Nyborg St.

Erik Ballings Plads

Nyborg Fortress

Nyborg Vold

Den Hvide Jomfru

Mindesmærke for kaptajn Peter Bredal

Befrielsessten i Vindinge

Befrielsessten i Skalkendrup

Rolfshøj

Damestenen

Enebærodde

Papirbåden | H.C. Andersen

Carl Nielsen Museum

H. C. Andersens House

VILLE VAU

Unmissable attractions to see

Kløverstien Strand Nyborg

Åbent skovareal ved Nyborg

Strandvænget Park og naturlegeplads

Pavillonen Hesselhuset

Mindesten for befrielsen

Mindesten for Slaget ved Nyborg 1659

Børge Jensens Plads

Landporten

Nyborg Volde

Historiske Vandringer - Slaget ved Nyborg 1659

Dronningens Bastion

Nyborg Water Tower

Nyborg Voldspil

Nyborg torv

Nyborg Castle

Essential places to dine

Mulles madglæde

Restaurant Lieffroy

Rosso pizzaria

Asia Restaurant

Bistroen

Restaurant Stranden

Nyborg Pizza

Jimbo's Kaffebar

Central Cafeen

Den Gode Smag ApS

Mamma's Nyborg

King's Running Sushi & Wok

Aiko Sushi

Roeds Brasserie

Restaurant Apoli

Markets, malls and hidden boutiques

Dives Industries

DesignKnap

Genbrugsbutikker

Kors Genbrug

JYSK Nyborg

Gen&Brug Nyborg

Nyborg Paletten v/Jan Andersen

Vinspecialisten Nyborg

H&M

Pigernes Magasin

Uldbutikken Marcusholm

Helle Svansø