Richard Møller Nielsens Plads
A modest suburban square in Odense V that quietly honours Denmark’s Euro 1992 coach beside the city’s main football stadium complex.
Richard Møller Nielsens Plads is a modest town square in western Odense, set beside the city’s main stadium complex in Odense V. Dedicated to Denmark’s legendary Euro 1992–winning coach, the square links everyday neighbourhood life with the city’s rich football heritage. Low-rise housing, sports facilities and green pockets frame the open paved space, which serves as a low-key gathering spot on match days and a quiet, local corner of Odense the rest of the week.
A brief summary to Richard Møller Nielsens Plads
- Odense, Odense V, DK
- Duration: 0.5 to 1 hours
- Free
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
Local tips
- Combine a stop at the square with a loop around the adjacent stadium to better appreciate Richard Møller Nielsen’s deep ties to Odense football.
- Visit on a match evening if possible; the area comes alive with fans and gives the otherwise quiet square a distinctly local energy.
- If you prefer a reflective visit, come in the late afternoon on a non‑match day when traffic is lighter and the square is almost empty.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Trash Bins
- Seating Areas
- Information Boards
Getting There
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City bus from central Odense
From central Odense, use a local city bus heading towards Odense V and the stadium area; several lines typically connect the centre with the western districts in about 10–20 minutes depending on traffic. Expect frequent daytime services but reduced frequency late evenings and on Sundays. A single adult ticket usually costs in the range of 20–30 DKK within the city zones. Most buses have low floors and are suitable for travellers with limited mobility.
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Bicycle within Odense
Odense is well known for its cycling infrastructure, and Richard Møller Nielsens Plads can be reached comfortably by bike from the city centre in roughly 15–25 minutes, using dedicated cycle paths for most of the way. The terrain is flat and suitable for all fitness levels. You can use your own bicycle or a local bike‑share scheme, with typical day rates from around 60–120 DKK depending on provider and duration. Be mindful of evening match traffic around the stadium when riding.
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Taxi from Odense city centre
A taxi from the central Odense area to the square generally takes around 10–15 minutes in normal traffic. Fares within the city typically start with a base charge and reach approximately 120–180 DKK for this distance, varying with time of day and traffic conditions. Taxis are a convenient option after night matches or for travellers carrying luggage, though they can be more difficult to secure immediately after major events at the stadium.
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Discover more about Richard Møller Nielsens Plads
A hometown square for a national football hero
Richard Møller Nielsens Plads is a small but symbolically important square in Odense V, just by the city’s main stadium complex. It is named after Richard Møller Nielsen, the Odense-born coach who led Denmark to its fairy‑tale victory at the 1992 European Championship. The dedication is a quiet tribute: instead of a grand monument in the historic centre, the square sits out west among sports grounds and housing, close to the pitches where Odense football grew up. Here the link between city and sport feels very direct. Street signs bearing Nielsen’s name anchor his story firmly in the neighbourhood, and the nearby stadium stand that also carries his name underlines how closely he is tied to Odense Boldklub and the city’s football culture. For visitors with an interest in the game, this is where the legend becomes part of the everyday urban fabric.Everyday life between housing blocks and stadium lights
Most days, the atmosphere on the square is calm and unhurried. Low residential buildings, local roads and the stadium’s outer structures form a loose frame around the open space. Cars pass, cyclists cut through, dog walkers cross on their daily loop. Between match days, it feels more like a neighbourhood forecourt than a formal plaza, a place you drift across on your way to the supermarket, the bus or a training session. On event evenings the character changes. As floodlights snap on over the nearby arena, groups in blue‑and‑white scarves start to gather. People chat by the railings, share a quick coffee or hot dog from a mobile stand, and then stream towards the turnstiles. The square works as a meeting point before and after games, a loose, open foyer to Odense’s football stage.Subtle details and a sense of local pride
There is little in the way of grand architecture here; the design is simple and functional, with paved surfaces, practical lighting and pockets of planting softening the edges. What gives the place its character is the name on the sign and the context around it. Knowing that the surrounding stands and training pitches belong to clubs Richard Møller Nielsen once played for or coached adds weight to an otherwise unassuming corner. Occasional flags, banners on match days and the distant echo of stadium chants hint at bigger stories. It is easy to imagine young players crossing the square to practice, aware that the man it honours rose from local pitches to the very top of international football. For families, it becomes a natural spot to explain that story to children on the way to their first big game.A low-key stop on a wider Odense football walk
For most travellers, Richard Møller Nielsens Plads is not a stand‑alone destination but a brief stop folded into a broader exploration of Odense’s sporting side. It works well as a photographic pause, capturing the square sign with the stadium in the background, or as a place to orient yourself before circling the arena or attending a match. Those interested in Danish football history can link a visit here with a stroll around the stadium exterior, noting the dedicated stand and the scale of the ground where Odense’s clubs have played since the mid‑20th century. In that context, the square feels like the front step to a much larger story.Quiet moments on non‑match days
If you come when no game is on, you may find the square almost empty. That quietness has its own appeal: you can take time to read the street name, look towards the stands and reflect on how a local boy’s career reshaped the country’s sporting identity. The muted setting suits the nature of its namesake, known for discipline and teamwork rather than glamour. In the soft light of a Danish evening, with the western suburbs stretching out behind you and the outline of the stadium just ahead, Richard Møller Nielsens Plads offers a small, grounded glimpse into Odense’s contemporary life—part housing estate, part sports hub, and a subtle homage to one of Denmark’s most influential coaches.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
EM-statue-1992 (Richard Møller Nielsen)
0.0 km
Small in size but huge in symbolism, this Odense statue honours the local coach who led Denmark to its unforgettable Euro 1992 triumph.
Kirsebærtræer, Ny Kongevej
1.0 km
Odense's longest cherry blossom avenue, where community passion transforms a neighborhood street into springtime magic.
TheDoorOdense
1.4 km
Experience innovative architecture and 600 years of seafaring history at the award-winning M/S Maritime Museum, nestled below Helsingør’s iconic waterfront.
visit
2.2 km
Experience Odense's premier cocktail bar, Visit, where classic and innovative drinks meet in a cozy, inviting atmosphere.
Skyggen, rejseskammeraten og improvisatoren
2.3 km
A towering, threefold portrait of Hans Christian Andersen that greets you outside Odense Station with colour, symbolism and quietly dramatic storytelling.
Oceania
2.4 km
A bold, reclining bronze goddess that provokes, delights, and defines Odense's artistic identity.
Odense St.
2.4 km
Central rail and bus hub of Funen, Odense Station links Denmark’s mainlines with the city’s historic heart, light rail and cultural sights in one integrated complex.
Papirbåden | H.C. Andersen
2.5 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.”
Det gamle vandtårn
3.9 km
A striking red-brick monument to Odense's industrial heritage and early 20th-century urban modernization.
Sortehusene
8.3 km
Historic black houses preserving working-class resilience on Odense's waterfront.
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8.6 km
An immersive, architecturally acclaimed underground museum in Helsingør, bringing Denmark’s rich maritime history to life beside the legendary Kronborg Castle.
Sanderumgaard v/Erik Vind
12.5 km
Discover Sanderumgaard, Funen’s enchanting Romantic-era landscape park: a blend of historic estate, poetic gardens, and serene lakes just beyond Odense.
The Glavendrup Stone
13.1 km
Denmark's longest runic inscription, carved with divine invocation and protective curse.
Rolfshøj
15.2 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.
Enebærodde
18.8 km
A pristine coastal peninsula where Denmark's largest heath meets the fjord—nature in its purest form.
Unmissable attractions to see
Bolbro vartegn
0.3 km
A slender steel silhouette on Bolbro Bakke, Bolbro Vartegn keeps the memory of Odense’s lost Odinstårnet alive as a compact, contemporary neighborhood landmark.
Skjoldsparken bålsted 1
0.5 km
Community sports park in Odense's spirited western neighbourhood, where local pride and Nordic heritage meet recreational opportunity.
Kvægtorvet
1.4 km
A former cattle market turned national broadcast hub, Kvægtorvet quietly links Odense’s industrial past with Denmark’s modern media present.
Gerthasminde
1.7 km
A hidden royal villa set amidst the enchanting palace gardens of Marselisborg in Aarhus, where Danish history and tranquil beauty harmoniously meet.
Fyns Militærhistoriske Museum
1.8 km
Compact military museum in Odense’s former barracks, tracing 400 years of Funen’s soldiers, resistance and overseas missions through objects, stories and uniforms.
Hermes (gud for handlende) vandskulptur
1.8 km
A monumental Hermes of granite and water marks the gateway to Odense’s main shopping street, weaving myth, Viking history and urban everyday life into one sculpture.
Brandts Klædefabrik - byen i byen
1.9 km
A historic woollen mill turned vibrant cultural quarter, where art, film, shopping and café life fill atmospheric brick courtyards in the heart of Odense.
Brandts
1.9 km
Funen’s flagship art museum in a historic woollen mill complex, blending Danish masterpieces, contemporary exhibitions, family-friendly creativity and café life on Amphi Square.
Pantheonsfrisen
1.9 km
A striking Don John mural turning an ordinary Odense side street into a memorable canvas of symbols, stories and contemporary Nordic street art.
Tidens Samling
1.9 km
Hands-on time travel through 20th‑century Danish homes, fashion and design inside Odense’s historic Brandts Klædefabrik complex.
Funen Opera
2.0 km
An intimate Danish chamber opera beside Odense’s parkland, where classic works and bold new productions unfold just a few metres from your seat.
Odense Dyrskueplads
2.0 km
Odense’s flexible fairground, where quiet open fields transform into bustling arenas for Det Fynske Dyrskue, major concerts and large outdoor events.
The Sea Horse
2.0 km
A powerful Andersen-inspired sea horse and mermaid burst from the Odense River, marking a poetic gateway between city streets and leafy Munke Mose park.
Munke Mose
2.1 km
Central Odense’s riverside wetland park where fairy-tale sculptures, grand old trees and easygoing outdoor life meet along the gentle Odense River.
The City's Bridge
2.1 km
Stunning coastal headland at Funen’s northern tip, offering wild landscapes, panoramic sea views, rare birdlife, and serene walking trails in a pristine Danish nature reserve.
Essential places to dine
Pinsame Odense ApS
1.4 km
Roman-style pinsa in an unfussy Odense neighborhood setting, serving long-fermented, crisp-yet-airy bases with both classic and creative toppings for dine-in or takeaway.
I Pupi Siciliani
1.8 km
Intimate Sicilian restaurant in central Odense, serving seasonal tasting menus, handmade pasta and robust southern Italian flavours in a warm, candlelit setting.
Restaurant Flammen - Odense
1.9 km
Big-flavour grill buffet, glowing open kitchen and family-friendly feasts in the heart of Odense’s bustling Kongensgade.
GOMA
1.9 km
Refined omakase-inspired Japanese dining in the heart of Odense, blending Nordic ingredients, meticulous sushi and crafted drinks in an intimate urban setting.
Restaurant HOS
1.9 km
Intimate Nordic dining in central Odense, serving elevated smørrebrød by day and seasonal set menus by night in a calm, minimalist setting on lively Kongensgade.
Bone's Odense
1.9 km
Family-friendly American barbecue in the heart of Odense, with saloon-style interiors, slow-cooked ribs, salad and soft-ice bar, and space for relaxed group dinners.
KÖZ Resturant
1.9 km
Authentic Turkish grilling and traditional cuisine in Odense's vibrant city center.
Pasfall
2.0 km
Refined French-inspired fine dining in Odense’s atmospheric Brandts Passage, where seasonal Nordic ingredients, precise cooking and relaxed elegance turn meals into occasions.
Mitchell's Odense
2.0 km
Denmark's only British gastro pub, serving authentic carvery and craft beverages in warm, family-friendly surroundings.
Kong Volmer Odense
2.0 km
Authentic Danish smørrebrød and lunch tradition in Odense's cultural heart.
Restaurant Værdsat
2.0 km
Informal Scandinavian gourmet in central Odense, where seasonal Funen produce, playful menus and a warm neighborhood atmosphere meet from lunch until late.
Eydes Gastro Pub
2.0 km
All-day brunch, hearty pub dishes and a full bar in a cosy, central Odense gastro pub with both snug corners and lively street-side seating.
Mona Lisa
2.0 km
Cozy Italian trattoria tucked into Odense’s artsy Brandts Passage, serving generous pastas, crisp pizzas and classic antipasti in a warm, candlelit setting.
Café Cuckoo's Nest
2.0 km
Odense's vibrant brasserie where weekend brunches, grilled steaks, and convivial gatherings meet pedestrian-friendly charm.
Marcello's
2.0 km
All‑day café life on Odense’s main pedestrian street, blending generous brunches, comfort food and cocktails with a warm, urban brasserie feel.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Tarup Center
1.7 km
Everyday Odense under one roof: a compact, light-rail-connected mall for easy groceries, casual shopping and relaxed family time in the Tarup district.
Bohemian Wonders
1.8 km
Odense’s intimate vintage and boho boutique, blending handpicked pre-2000 treasures, colorful slow-fashion pieces and home accessories in a cozy, conscious showroom.
Cadenhead's Whisky Shop, Denmark
1.9 km
A spacious, lounge‑like whisky specialist in central Odense, pairing rare independent bottlings with relaxed tastings and knowledgeable, down‑to‑earth guidance.
Tryde Andrés - Wunderwear - Odense C
2.0 km
Intimate Danish lingerie and swimwear boutique on Odense’s main shopping street, blending heritage, personal fittings and understated Scandinavian style.
Faraos Cigarer
2.0 km
A vast 600 m² universe of comics, games, miniatures and cosplay, Faraos Cigarer Odense is the city’s colourful hub for Nordic geek culture and tabletop fun.
Underground
2.0 km
Curated streetwear and sneakers with urban culture vibes in central Odense.
Flying Tiger Copenhagen
2.1 km
A colourful, budget-friendly design playground in central Odense, packed with quirky gifts, stationery, toys and home essentials for spontaneous, feel-good browsing.
Bog & idé - Odense C
2.1 km
Odense's premier destination for books, games, stationery, and creative supplies in the city centre.
Friluftsland
2.2 km
Compact outdoor specialist shop in central Odense, offering quality gear, expert advice and hands-on testing for everything from city showers to Nordic trekking.
Hunkemöller Danmark A/S
2.2 km
Central Odense lingerie and swimwear boutique offering feminine designs, expert bra fitting help and relaxed browsing right on the city’s main shopping street.
All About Kids
2.2 km
A welcoming children’s universe in central Odense, combining Scandinavian-style toys and décor with a calming baby lounge and practical stroller rentals.
Dr. Adams
2.2 km
Curated Scandinavian fashion boutique celebrating independent style since 1994.
Butik Nordatlanten i Odense
2.3 km
Small but beautifully curated harbour shop in Nordatlantisk Hus, showcasing design, crafts and delicacies from Greenland, Iceland and the Faroe Islands.
Moby Disc
2.3 km
Odense’s long-standing record shop, where forty thousand-plus vinyl and CD titles, cozy aisles and music-savvy staff keep the spirit of crate-digging alive.
SEPHORA MAGASIN ODENSE
2.3 km
A sleek, centrally located beauty hub inside Magasin, where international makeup, skincare and fragrance meet Odense’s city-center shopping life.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Bar Rar Ltd.
1.8 km
Intimate, candlelit cocktail bar in central Odense, pairing Nordic simplicity with carefully crafted drinks and a relaxed, late-night neighbourhood vibe.
Pianobar odense
1.9 km
Lively late-night piano bar in the heart of Odense C, mixing sing-along classics, casual drinks and a compact, buzzing atmosphere on Kongensgade.
Viggos
1.9 km
Lively, wallet-friendly brown bar in central Odense, pouring cold draft beer, simple pub food and long, sociable nights for students, locals and night owls.
Pub 47 - Bills Pub
1.9 km
Smoky, old-school Danish pub energy in the heart of Odense’s main shopping street, with cheap beers, loud nights and a lived-in, brown-bar charm.
Heidi's Bier Bar Odense
1.9 km
Closed but not forgotten, this basement bar once turned central Odense into a roaring Alpine lodge of big steins, table dancing and unapologetic après-ski energy.
Den Røde Bar
1.9 km
A cozy, crimson-toned bar inside Teater Momentum, serving relaxed drinks, local Arnbitter cocktails and cultural vibes in the heart of Odense’s creative scene.
The Boat House
2.0 km
A cozy, spirits-focused bar in central Odense, famed for its extensive whisky shelves, creative cocktails and laid-back themed evenings in soft, lounge-like surroundings.
LA Tequila Bar Odense
2.1 km
Basement tequila shots, loud beats and a young crowd turn this Odense city‑centre bar into a compact late‑night party zone on weekend nights.
Christian Firtal
2.1 km
Odense's premier craft beer specialist with rotating taps and expert bartenders in a cozy pedestrian street setting.
The Old Irish Pub
2.1 km
Odense's multi-level music venue where Irish tradition meets electronic beats across three unforgettable floors.
Proud Mary Odense
2.1 km
Big, boisterous and central, Proud Mary Pub Odense turns a former arcade into a vast English-style party pub with sports screens, cocktails and dancing till late.
James Dean Bar
2.1 km
Retro 1950s vibes and karaoke nights in the heart of Odense's nightlife scene.
Tingstedet
2.2 km
Smoky, lively and unapologetically brown, Tingstedet is Odense’s cellar bar where cheap beers, close tables and local stories fuel long, unpretentious nights.
Grand Bar & Lounge
2.2 km
Sophisticated cocktails and refined ambiance in a historic 1897 building at the heart of Odense.
Lalou Vinbar
2.2 km
Intimate Odense wine bar pairing timeless European recipes with a curated list of continental wines in a warm, candlelit setting on Klaregade.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
The slaughterhouse Nightclub & Eventhus
1.7 km
Experience industrial-cool nights, live music, and eclectic parties at The Slaughterhouse Nightclub & Eventhus, Odense’s dynamic hub for nightlife and contemporary culture.
Dansebar Odense
2.2 km
Lively central Odense nightclub with mainstream hits, colorful lights and a sociable dance floor vibe from late evening into the early hours.
Boogie Dance Café
2.4 km
Odense's oldest disco where retro charm meets genuine community dancing.
BUTCHERS Odense
2.7 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.
Dance Odense, Funen Square Dance Club
7.2 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.
Muzirkus
28.6 km
Nyborg's independent music sanctuary where local bands rehearse, collaborate, and perform since 1974.
KJ's bodel
29.3 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.
Crazy Daisy Svendborg
41.0 km
Compact, high-energy weekend nightclub in central Svendborg, serving mainstream beats, drinks and a sociable dance floor until the early hours.
AHA Livestage
41.8 km
Intimate live music and cocktail-driven nightlife in the heart of Fredericia, where high-quality sound and curated events turn selected evenings into standout parties.
Ærø Golf Klub
48.4 km
Distinctive links course on Ærø’s northwest cape, blending historic lighthouse views, Nordic coastlines, and a classic Danish golfing challenge.
Falkecenter Samsø ApS
48.4 km
Witness awe-inspiring live falconry shows and get up close with eagles, owls, and hawks at Samsø’s premier raptor center, blending living heritage with wilderness spectacle.
Vinkapellet Samsø
49.5 km
Experience the finest organic and natural wines at Vinkapellet Samsø, a cozy haven for wine enthusiasts in the heart of Brundby.
Samsø Island Distillery
50.9 km
Experience authentic Danish craftsmanship at Samsø Island Distillery, where local botanicals and sustainable practices fuse to create distinctive gin and aquavit on scenic Samsø.
Ræven
51.0 km
Island spirit and Danish hospitality await at Ræven, Samsø—a cozy neighborhood bar with local brews, lively evenings, and a real taste of authentic island life.
Garagen
51.8 km
Garagen is Samsø’s beloved island bar, famed for live music, a rustic woodland setting, and its welcoming, laid-back vibe—a true hub for locals and travelers alike.
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- Public-Transport Accessible
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- Cultural Heritage
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- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
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