Nyborg Marina
A lively Funen waterfront where yacht masts, cafés and coastal walks meet historic Nyborg’s streets at the sheltered edge of the Great Belt.
Spread along the edge of Nyborg Fjord on the east coast of Funen, Nyborg Marina is a lively waterfront of bobbing masts, broad timber promenades and sea air from the Great Belt. Around 550 berths, guest moorings, cafés, barbecue spots and a playground make this a welcoming stop for sailors, campers and strollers alike. With the historic town centre a short walk away, it blends maritime bustle with easygoing coastal charm and everyday Danish life by the water.
A brief summary to Nyborg Marina
- Havnepromenaden 2A, Nyborg, 5800, DK
- +4563337083
- Visit website
- Duration: 1 to 4 hours
- Free
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 4 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
- Aim for a late afternoon or early evening visit when the light over Nyborg Fjord is at its best and the marina buzzes with returning boats.
- Bring layers: the sea breeze on the quays can feel noticeably cooler than in the town centre, even on sunny summer days.
- If you have children, plan extra time at the harbour playground and pack simple picnic supplies to use at one of the barbecue areas.
- Boaters should keep coins or a payment card handy for the harbour ticket machines to settle mooring charges soon after tying up.
- Walk a short way along the waterfront in both directions to experience the different harbour basins and varied views across the fjord.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Drinking Water
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Picnic Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
- Visitor Center
Getting There
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Regional train and short walk
From Odense, take a regional train to Nyborg Station, a journey of about 30–35 minutes, with departures typically at least twice per hour during the day. A standard one-way adult ticket generally costs in the range of 70–110 DKK, depending on ticket type and time. From Nyborg Station, expect a 15–20 minute mostly level walk through town to reach the marina, suitable for most visitors but less convenient if you are carrying heavy luggage.
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Car via E20 motorway
Driving from Odense, follow the E20 east towards Nyborg; the journey is usually around 30–40 minutes in normal traffic. There is free or low-cost parking by the harbour area, but spaces near the waterfront can be limited on busy summer days and during events, so you may need to park slightly further back and walk 5–10 minutes to the quays. Fuel and toll costs depend on your route, but there is no separate entrance fee for visiting the marina on foot.
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Regional bus within Funen
Regional buses connect nearby towns on Funen with Nyborg, typically taking 40–70 minutes depending on the starting point and route. Single tickets usually cost around 30–70 DKK within the region, and services are less frequent in the evenings and on weekends, so it is wise to check timetables in advance. Most buses stop near Nyborg’s central area, from where you should allow around 15 minutes on foot to reach the marina along relatively flat streets.
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Cycling along local routes
For a more active approach from the surrounding countryside, cycle routes on Funen lead into Nyborg along secondary roads and signed bike paths, commonly taking 30–60 minutes from nearby coastal villages. The terrain is mostly gentle with a few small rises, and you can usually lock your bike at racks or railings close to the harbourfront. This option is free aside from any rental costs if you hire a bicycle in the region.
Nyborg Marina location weather suitability
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Discover more about Nyborg Marina
Harbour life at the mouth of Nyborg Fjord
Nyborg Marina stretches along the sheltered end of Nyborg Fjord, where the calm inner waters meet the wide Great Belt strait. Here you are firmly in Denmark’s maritime heartland, with yacht masts drawing a jagged skyline against the low, often pearly clouds that roll in from the sea. The marina is large by Danish standards, with hundreds of permanent berths and plenty of space reserved for visiting boats, so there is nearly always a gentle clink of rigging and the soft slap of water on hulls. Because the marina sits almost in the middle of town, it feels woven into daily life in Nyborg rather than set apart from it. Locals wander the quays with dogs and prams, cyclists roll past along the promenade and, in fine weather, the jetties themselves become casual meeting places. It is an easy place to linger, even if you never intend to step on a boat.Facilities designed for modern sailors and strollers
For boaters, Nyborg Marina offers the practical backbone that makes longer voyages comfortable: slipways to haul vessels, a mast crane for rigging, electricity and water on the pontoons, and small workshops for repairs. Harbour fees are handled at simple ticket machines near the harbour office and service buildings, reflecting a straightforward, self-service approach familiar across Scandinavian marinas. On shore, the focus shifts from function to comfort. Several clusters of public restrooms are spread around the harbour, joined by a café serving food and drinks where you can sit with a coffee while watching fishing boats and yachts come and go. Barbecue areas invite informal evening meals outdoors, often shared between crews or families, while a playground keeps younger visitors occupied. Campervan facilities just inland from the quays mean some visitors sleep on four wheels instead of afloat, yet still wake to the same briny breeze.Between sea breezes and historic streets
One of Nyborg Marina’s great advantages is how quickly the scene changes once you turn inland. In minutes you swap piers and pontoons for cobbled streets, traditional Danish townhouses and the outlines of historic buildings that once guarded this strategically important section of the Great Belt. The marina effectively serves as Nyborg’s front porch, where the town faces the water and the water, in turn, reflects church spires and gabled roofs. This closeness to the centre makes the marina a practical base for a broader day out. You can pause for an ice cream along the harbourfront, then wander into town for shops, a pharmacy or a supermarket, and be back at the quayside in time to watch the colour change on the fjord as the light softens. The blend of urban convenience and working harbour keeps the area feeling both useful and atmospheric.Water sports energy and active clubs
Nyborg Marina is more than a parking place for yachts; it functions as a hub for water-based sport and recreation. Sailing and motorboat associations share the waterfront with rowing and diving clubs, while newer initiatives focus on making the fjord and the Great Belt accessible to a wider range of activities. Purpose-built buildings around the harbour provide changing rooms, meeting spaces and storage for gear, underlining how embedded the marina is in local sporting life. Plans and recent projects have added warm-water facilities and training pools near the marina, designed for everything from kayak polo to surf and stand-up paddle practice. These developments extend the boating season beyond the warmest months and give the waterfront a more year-round, athletic character, even when many pleasure boats are laid up.Everyday pleasures by wind, water and sky
For many visitors, the appeal of Nyborg Marina lies simply in the atmosphere. Even on quiet days, you notice the rhythm of halyards in the wind, the smell of salt and tar, and the background murmur from people chatting on decks or on benches along the harbourfront. On bright evenings, the open view over the fjord becomes a natural stage for sunsets, with the water slowly darkening to deep blue while the town lights flicker into life behind you. Whether you arrive under sail, by campervan or on foot from town, the marina invites unhurried exploration: checking out the different harbour basins, pausing at a barbecue site, watching children race along the pontoons under the watchful eyes of adults. It is not a grand attraction but a lived-in waterfront, where you experience a slice of everyday coastal Denmark framed by masts, gulls and the ever-present horizon of the Great Belt.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Den Hvide Jomfru
0.4 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
0.5 km
A solemn memorial to a 17th-century Danish captain whose frozen fleet became legend.
Nyborg Fortress
0.7 km
Medieval parliament seat where Danish kings shaped a nation's destiny and founded a Nordic empire.
Erik Ballings Plads
0.7 km
Where Danish cinema's greatest visionary is celebrated through iconic characters and cultural memory.
Nyborg Vold
0.8 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.
Nyborg St.
1.3 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.
Befrielsessten i Vindinge
3.4 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
14.1 km
Denmark's colossal 1,200-tonne ice-age boulder, transported from Sweden 18,000 years ago.
Rolfshøj
14.8 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
26.9 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.”
Odense Cathedral - St. Canute's Church
27.0 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.
Munke Mose Park
27.0 km
Award-winning maritime museum ingeniously sunk into a former dry dock at Helsingør, offering interactive exhibitions on Denmark’s seafaring history next to Kronborg Castle.
H. C. Andersens House
27.0 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
27.0 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
Schønheyders Plads
0.2 km
A modest harborfront square on Nyborg’s Vesterhavnen, where everyday maritime life, open water views, and the town’s coastal character quietly meet.
Mindesmærke for D-Dag
0.4 km
Compact yet powerful, Nyborg’s D‑Day Memorial quietly honours Danish war sailors and links a small coastal town to the vast drama of 6 June 1944.
Borgmestergården
0.5 km
Step through the red half‑timbered façade into four centuries of Nyborg history, where a merchant’s and mayor’s home now tells the town’s intimate story.
Mads Lerches Gård
0.5 km
Step into an 18th-century merchant's home and discover the intimate world of prosperous Nyborg.
Nyborg Lokalhistoriske Arkiv
0.5 km
Paper trails, photographs and quiet stories: Nyborg’s local history archive opens a focused window onto the town’s streets, families and everyday past.
Nyborg Castle
0.6 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.
Church of Our Lady
0.6 km
Medieval red-brick landmark founded by Queen Margrete I, Nyborg’s Church of Our Lady blends royal history, Gothic architecture and living Lutheran tradition.
Nyborg torv
0.6 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 Voldspil
0.7 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 Prison
0.7 km
A century-old red-brick state prison on Funen, where imposing walls, watchtowers and hidden courtyards reveal Denmark’s evolving approach to confinement and rehabilitation.
Nyborg Destilleri
0.7 km
Organic Danish whisky, gin and rum in a vast 1870s harbour workshop, blending industrial heritage, Nordic cuisine and hands-on distillery experiences.
Dyrehave Mølle
0.8 km
One of Denmark’s tallest brick windmills, Dyrehave Mølle combines historic milling machinery, steep stairways and airy views over Nyborg, its harbour and the Great Belt.
Chr. Hansens Have
0.8 km
A former pharmacist’s private refuge turned public pocket park, Christian Hansen’s Garden offers calm greenery, local history and a gentle pause on Nyborg’s Blue Clover Path.
Nyborg Water Tower
0.8 km
A proud 1890s brick water tower turned cultural hideaway, rising from Nyborg’s Queen’s Bastion where fortress history meets industrial ingenuity.
Tour de France-monument
0.8 km
Oversized yellow bike, big cycling memories: Nyborg’s open-air Tour de France Monument celebrates the 2022 stage finish on Funen’s windswept waterfront.
Essential places to dine
Den Smalle Fish n' chips
0.1 km
Casual harbourfront fish and chips on Nyborg’s marina, serving crispy, comforting seaside favourites with relaxed views of boats and the Great Belt.
Café Clark's
0.2 km
Harborside dining with fresh Danish cuisine and sweeping marina views in the heart of Nyborg.
Pizza & Curry/Pizza Al Capone
0.3 km
Casual seaside takeaway in Nyborg serving generous Danish-style pizzas, grill plates and curries for hungry locals, families and road-trippers along the Great Belt coast.
Lauses Grill
0.4 km
Harbourfront Danish fast‑food classic serving roast pork, hotdogs and towering ice creams with live summer music and sea‑air ambience in Nyborg.
Det Lille Vaffelbageri
0.4 km
Homemade waffle cones and generous scoops in a cosy Nyborg side street, blending simple Danish ice-cream joy with the charm of a historic royal town.
Café Valde
0.5 km
Cozy corner café near Nyborg’s harbor, serving smørrebrød, burgers, local craft beer and distillery cocktails in a relaxed, dog-friendly atmosphere.
Rio Bravo
0.5 km
Discover the vibrant atmosphere at Rio Bravo Beer Hall in Nyborg—where good times and great brews come together!
Pizza King
0.5 km
Casual pizzeria in the heart of Nyborg serving hearty slices, classic pizzas and fast favourites for an easy, budget‑friendly meal any day of the week.
Chicago burger
0.5 km
Straightforward, American-style burgers in Nyborg’s compact town center, ideal for a quick, filling meal or takeaway between castle, harbor, and coastal strolls.
Nyborg Thai Food
0.5 km
Authentic Thai cuisine in Nyborg's center—dine in or take away.
Sneppen
0.5 km
Intimate Nyborg restaurant marrying modern Nordic flavors and excellent bread with a relaxed, candlelit atmosphere on historic Slotsgade.
Restaurant Apoli
0.5 km
Intimate Italian‑inspired café‑restaurant on historic Slotsgade, pairing handmade brunch, antipasti and dinners with one of Nyborg’s most charming castle views.
Den Smalle Café
0.6 km
A petite Kongegade café turned catering hub, Den Smalle Café blends cozy Scandinavian charm with simple, wholesome food prepared in the heart of Nyborg.
Pomona Pizza Nyborg
0.6 km
Thin-crust pizza, hearty kebab and easygoing vibes in a central Nyborg pizzeria that doubles as a convenient sit‑down spot and busy takeaway hub.
King's Running Sushi & Wok
0.6 km
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.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Loppetjansen.dk
0.3 km
Denmark's trusted family pet supply specialist with expert guidance and quality products for every companion.
Red Cross Op Shop
0.5 km
Community-powered Danish thrift store in central Nyborg, where budget-friendly finds and second-hand treasures directly support Red Cross humanitarian work.
Pyre Studio
0.5 km
Independent Nyborg boutique offering thoughtfully curated contemporary clothing in a calm, studio-like space on historic Kongegade.
Tøjeksperten
0.6 km
Premium menswear specialist in Nyborg's heart, offering quality clothing with exceptional customer service and a generous 365-day return policy.
Kop & Kande
0.6 km
Compact Danish homeware and gift shop in Nyborg’s town centre, blending practical kitchen tools, tableware and lamps with a cozy, everyday local atmosphere.
Tinga Tango v/Anette Langholm
0.6 km
A cosy Nyborg design boutique blending Scandinavian home décor, colour and hygge across two light-filled shopfronts on lively Kongegade.
Tippy
0.6 km
Contemporary women's fashion in the heart of historic Nyborg's charming medieval center.
Helle Svansø
0.6 km
A cosy Nyborg specialty shop where Italian delicacies, handpicked wines and colourful ceramics come together in lovingly curated gift-worthy combinations.
Uldbutikken Marcusholm
0.6 km
A small, personal yarn and craft shop in Nyborg’s historic centre, where warm wool, handmade ceramics and expert advice create a cosy creative retreat.
Linn V/Tina Rasmussen
0.6 km
Intimate owner-run womenswear boutique in central Nyborg, offering classic Scandinavian style and personal service along cosy Mellemgade.
Imerco
0.6 km
Central Danish homeware and kitchen store on Nyborg’s historic square, ideal for practical gear, Scandinavian design pieces and thoughtful gifts in one stop.
Intersport Nyborg
0.6 km
Nyborg's trusted sports retailer with expert service and complete outdoor gear selection.
Pigernes Magasin
0.6 km
Intimate women’s fashion and lingerie boutique tucked above a central Nyborg street, blending personalised fittings with relaxed, small‑town Danish charm.
H&M
0.6 km
Compact high-street fashion hub in the heart of Nyborg, bringing everyday basics, family essentials and seasonal trends together on lively Nørregade.
Vinspecialisten Nyborg
0.7 km
Atmospheric wine shop and cosy coffee & wine bar on Nyborg’s Nørregade, blending curated bottles, tastings and local charm in an intimate, owner-driven setting.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Corner Bar
0.2 km
Unpretentious neighborhood bar on Nyborg’s Strandvejen corner, serving cold drinks, easy conversation and a playful weekend wheel of fortune from late morning.
Øksendrup Cider
0.5 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.
Phønix I/S
0.6 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
0.6 km
Casual Danish pub in Nyborg's historic centre, where locals gather for authentic neighbourhood hospitality.
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.
Ophav
0.7 km
Nyborg's refined casual dining hub blending bar, restaurant, and café culture with seasonal local cuisine.
Terningen Henrik Skovlykke Vedel Hansen
19.4 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
20.4 km
Smoky, harbourfront pub in Lohals where locals, sailors and visitors share simple drinks, sea air and classic Danish værtshus atmosphere.
Marina's Sportslounge
20.5 km
Laid-back village sports bar in Tranekær, mixing live matches, simple small plates and a friendly Langeland local-pub feel.
Hjallese Puben
25.7 km
Vibrant neighborhood bar where Odense locals gather for music, drinks, and authentic Danish pub atmosphere.
Den Lille Kro Odense
26.3 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
26.5 km
Cozy Odense shisha lounge blending Middle Eastern café culture with Danish hygge, soft music, and long, sociable evenings over fragrant hookah and drinks.
Den Standhaftige Tinsoldat Af Odense
26.7 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
26.8 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
26.8 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
0.7 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
0.8 km
Nyborg's independent music sanctuary where local bands rehearse, collaborate, and perform since 1974.
Dance Odense, Funen Square Dance Club
22.2 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
26.8 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
27.1 km
Odense's oldest disco where retro charm meets genuine community dancing.
Dansebar Odense
27.2 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
27.8 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
29.7 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
37.4 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
37.5 km
Slagelse's vibrant weekend nightclub where locals and visitors dance until dawn.
The Upper Hill
37.5 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
37.7 km
Western Zealand's premier jazz venue celebrating five decades of live music, dining, and authentic club culture.
Kasket karl
41.5 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
41.8 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
45.2 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.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Relaxing
- Tranquil
- Scenic
- Fun-filled
- Unique
- Casual
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Modern Designs
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
- Parks & Gardens
- Viewpoints
- Landmarks
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
- Waterfront
- Sunset Spots
- Panoramas
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Selfie Spots
- Reel-Friendly
- Architectural Shots
- Instagrammable
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Low Impact
- Leave-No-Trace Critical
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- Nature Escape
- Roadtrip Stop
- Day Trip
- Weekend Getaway
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Pet Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Business Friendly