Restaurant Næsbyhoved Skov
Woodland restaurant by Odense Harbour, pairing classic Danish cuisine and seasonal menus with leafy views, bright banquet rooms and easy access to forest paths.
Tucked into the small woodland of Næsbyhoved Skov on the edge of Odense Harbour, Restaurant Næsbyhoved Skov blends classic Danish cooking with leafy, waterside surroundings. Inside, bright function rooms and a warmly furnished restaurant host everything from relaxed brunches and smørrebrød lunches to seasonal three-course dinners and large celebrations. Outside, paths lead straight into the forest and along the water, making this a natural pause between city and nature.
A brief summary to Restaurant Næsbyhoved Skov
- Kanalvej 52, Odense C, Odense C, 5000, DK
- +4566120510
- Visit website
- Duration: 1 to 3 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Tuesday 11:30 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 11:30 am-4 pm
- Thursday 11:30 am-9 pm
- Friday 11:30 am-9 pm
- Saturday 11:30 am-9 pm
- Sunday 10 am-3 pm
Local tips
- Book ahead for weekend dinners and Sunday brunch, especially in spring and summer when the forest and harbour setting draws more locals and private events.
- Arrive a little early to wander the paths through Næsbyhoved Skov or along the harbourfront; the approach through the trees is part of the experience.
- Check current lunch and a la carte menus in advance if you have dietary requirements; the kitchen focuses on classic Danish dishes but can often adapt on request.
- If you are attending an event, ask which room your party is in; some spaces open directly onto terraces or lawns, which are ideal for photos in good weather.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Drinking Water
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
- Visitor Center
Restaurant Næsbyhoved Skov location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Rain / Wet Weather
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Clear Skies
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Mild Temperatures
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Cold Weather
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Hot Weather
Discover more about Restaurant Næsbyhoved Skov
Forest-side dining at the edge of Odense
Restaurant Næsbyhoved Skov sits in a pocket of woodland just north of central Odense, where tall trees frame glimpses of the harbour and canals beyond. The building feels almost pavilion-like, with generous windows that pull in the greenery and soft Danish daylight. It occupies a peaceful corner of the city: close enough to the centre to feel convenient, yet wrapped in birdsong and rustling leaves rather than traffic noise. From the terraces and many of the indoor tables, you can look out toward Odense Harbour, watching cyclists and walkers drift along the paths as boats move slowly in the distance. The setting makes the restaurant as much a nature escape as a place to eat, especially on long summer evenings when the treetops glow and the water reflects the changing sky.Classic Danish flavours with a modern touch
The kitchen is firmly rooted in Danish cooking, especially at lunchtime, when traditional dishes like æggekage (baked egg with toppings), open-faced sandwiches and seafood plates often appear on the menu. Cold-smoked salmon, herring and home-smoked duck breast are typical of the straightforward but carefully prepared plates you might encounter here. In the evening, the restaurant turns towards a more composed a la carte experience built around a seasonal three-course menu. Expect a short, focused list of starters, mains and desserts that make good use of Nordic produce, alongside an extensive wine selection that spans well-known European regions. Weekends often bring generous brunch buffets, where sweet pastries, cheeses, cold cuts and warm dishes share the table.Rooms made for gatherings and celebrations
Beyond the main dining room, Restaurant Næsbyhoved Skov functions as a full-scale banquet venue with several event spaces of different sizes. These light-filled rooms, some with direct access to terraces or lawn-like clearings, are often arranged for weddings, birthdays, confirmations and company events. The woodland surroundings make it easy to step outside between courses for photographs under the trees or by the water. Inside, the décor is clean and contemporary rather than showy: white tablecloths, simple chairs, and neutral tones leave space for views, floral arrangements and candlelight to define the mood. Flexible layouts mean the same spaces can feel intimate for smaller groups or formal for large receptions, with buffet or plated menus put together from the kitchen’s house specialities.A green pocket between city streets and harbour paths
Part of the appeal of Næsbyhoved Skov is how immediately nature takes over once you arrive. Paths weave through the small forest, linking the restaurant with harbour promenades and nearby recreational areas. Before or after a meal you can stroll under beech and oak, follow the curve of the canal, or simply sit on a bench and watch the light shift through the canopy. This location makes the restaurant a convenient pause on a longer walk or cycle ride around Odense’s waterfront. In warmer months, diners linger outdoors, enjoying the mix of woodland shade and open views, while on colder days the forest backdrop remains visible from the warmth of the dining rooms.Atmosphere, occasions and when to visit
During weekday lunches the mood tends to be relaxed and unhurried, with a mix of business diners, friends meeting over smørrebrød and couples making the most of the forest setting. Evenings, particularly from Thursday through Saturday, feel more occasion-focused as multi-course dinners and celebrations take over the tables. Sunday daytime has its own character, when brunch and family gatherings fill the spaces and the surrounding paths are busy with locals out for a walk. Thanks to the mix of intimate corners and spacious halls, the restaurant can simultaneously host quiet lunches and larger functions, all sharing the same blend of city-edge convenience and green surroundings that defines Næsbyhoved Skov.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Odense St.
1.4 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.
Skyggen, rejseskammeraten og improvisatoren
1.4 km
A towering, threefold portrait of Hans Christian Andersen that greets you outside Odense Station with colour, symbolism and quietly dramatic storytelling.
Kirsebærtræer, Ny Kongevej
1.4 km
Odense's longest cherry blossom avenue, where community passion transforms a neighborhood street into springtime magic.
visit
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Experience Odense's premier cocktail bar, Visit, where classic and innovative drinks meet in a cozy, inviting atmosphere.
Oceania
1.9 km
A bold, reclining bronze goddess that provokes, delights, and defines Odense's artistic identity.
Papirbåden | H.C. Andersen
2.1 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.”
TheDoorOdense
2.2 km
Experience innovative architecture and 600 years of seafaring history at the award-winning M/S Maritime Museum, nestled below Helsingør’s iconic waterfront.
EM-statue-1992 (Richard Møller Nielsen)
2.4 km
Small in size but huge in symbolism, this Odense statue honours the local coach who led Denmark to its unforgettable Euro 1992 triumph.
The Funen Village
5.1 km
Experience Denmark's rural past at The Funen Village, an open-air museum in Odense featuring authentic 18th and 19th-century buildings and traditional crafts.
Det gamle vandtårn
5.5 km
A striking red-brick monument to Odense's industrial heritage and early 20th-century urban modernization.
Sortehusene
5.9 km
Historic black houses preserving working-class resilience on Odense's waterfront.
Besættelsesmuseum Fyn... Besættelsesmuseum Fyn er kun åben den første søndag i måneden fra kl 11 til 15.
7.4 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
11.8 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
12.1 km
Denmark's longest runic inscription, carved with divine invocation and protective curse.
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.
Unmissable attractions to see
North Atlantic House
0.5 km
A waterfront cultural village in Odense Harbour, where striking Nordic architecture, North Atlantic art, storytelling and cuisine meet beside the water’s edge.
Promenaden Treppe
0.5 km
A simple waterside staircase where Odense’s fjord path dips towards the water, inviting you to sit, slow down, and soak in big skies and quiet coastal scenery.
Odense Havnebad
0.6 km
Ship-shaped, free-to-use and open year-round, Odense Havnebad brings outdoor swimming, sauna warmth and harbour views together in the heart of urban Odense.
H. C. Andersen skulptur i havnen
0.7 km
A half-submerged Hans Christian Andersen rises from Odense Harbour, blending literary legend, protest art and waterfront atmosphere in one striking sculpture.
Thriges Kraftcentral
0.9 km
A fully operational 1916 power station where vintage diesel engines roar to life monthly, preserving a century of industrial innovation.
Andelstrappen og Fortællegyngestolen
1.1 km
A compact urban nook in central Odense where a sculptural storytelling swing and stepped seating invite you to pause, daydream and weave your own city tales.
Fredens Kirke
1.1 km
A luminous 1920 “Church of Peace” in Odense’s Skibhus Quarter, blending Jensen Klint’s thoughtful brick architecture with stained glass, music and local community life.
Danmarks Jernbanemuseum
1.2 km
Explore Denmark's railway heritage aboard historic locomotives and vintage carriages in an authentic 1954 depot.
The City's Bridge
1.3 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.
Banegårdspladsen
1.3 km
A busy railway forecourt where commuters, cyclists and an eight‑metre Hans Christian Andersen–inspired sculpture share the same lively urban stage.
King's Garden
1.4 km
Odense’s historic royal garden – a formal yet welcoming green gateway of lawns, sculptures and summer concerts beside the city’s castle.
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.
Hermes (gud for handlende) vandskulptur
1.5 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.
Odense Castle
1.5 km
Step into Denmark’s Gothic heart at Odense Cathedral—site of St. Canute’s martyrdom, renowned Renaissance art, and centuries of royal and religious history.
Danaë
1.6 km
A serene bronze heroine from Greek myth, Gerhard Henning’s Danaë reclines quietly in Odense’s King’s Garden, bridging baroque greenery and modern city life.
Essential places to dine
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Woodland restaurant by Odense Harbour, pairing classic Danish cuisine and seasonal menus with leafy views, bright banquet rooms and easy access to forest paths.
Restaurant Nordatlanten ApS
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Den Lille Kabys
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Pinsame Odense ApS
1.1 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.
Restaurant Sezer v/Askin
1.1 km
Cosy Odense neighborhood steakhouse and Italian-inspired eatery serving generous plates, grilled favorites and comfort classics in a warm, easygoing atmosphere.
Giraffen
1.3 km
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GOMA
1.6 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 Flammen - Odense
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Big-flavour grill buffet, glowing open kitchen and family-friendly feasts in the heart of Odense’s bustling Kongensgade.
Restaurant HOS
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Bone's Odense
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Brasserie Bordeaux
1.6 km
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Bar Tapas
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Restaurant Mam
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I Pupi Siciliani
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Restaurant Under Lindetræet
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Butik Nordatlanten i Odense
0.5 km
Small but beautifully curated harbour shop in Nordatlantisk Hus, showcasing design, crafts and delicacies from Greenland, Iceland and the Faroe Islands.
ButikZoom
1.0 km
Industrial-chic furniture and décor in a former Odense industrial setting, blending raw materials, moody lighting and Nordic restraint into a compact design showcase.
Veda Womenswear Denmark
1.1 km
A cozy neighborhood womenswear boutique in Odense C, offering a curated rack of wearable Danish-style pieces in a calm, morning-only shopping atmosphere.
Klassisk Design
1.1 km
An intimate Odense showroom dedicated to restored Danish design classics, where mid‑century furniture by iconic architects finds a new life in contemporary homes.
Dorthe Riber - Trend of Wear
1.1 km
Owner-run Odense boutique offering Scandinavian-inspired everyday fashion, warm personal service and carefully chosen pieces on lively Skibhusvej.
Asian Stitching & Applied Arts v / Hong Diem Phan
1.3 km
A small Odense atelier where Asian tailoring craft, careful alterations and garment repair give your favourite clothes a better fit and a longer life.
Hipstory | SHOWROOM ODENSE
1.4 km
Educational art celebrating history's most influential figures in contemporary design.
Cadenhead's Whisky Shop, Denmark
1.5 km
A spacious, lounge‑like whisky specialist in central Odense, pairing rare independent bottlings with relaxed tastings and knowledgeable, down‑to‑earth guidance.
Baggårdsbutikken
1.5 km
Curated vintage and secondhand fashion in the heart of Odense's city center.
Living Nice / Café Kleist
1.6 km
Stylish hybrid café and design store in Odense’s Odeons Kvarter, where Scandinavian interiors meet French–Italian café indulgence in a relaxed, home-like setting.
Klods Hans
1.7 km
Characterful fairy-tale souvenir shop in Odense’s historic quarter, offering Andersen-themed gifts and Danish keepsakes in a cosy half-timbered setting.
Faraos Cigarer
1.7 km
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Look At This
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House of Amber Odense
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Tryde Andrés - Wunderwear - Odense C
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Ungarsk Vinstue
1.4 km
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Bar Rar Ltd.
1.6 km
Intimate, candlelit cocktail bar in central Odense, pairing Nordic simplicity with carefully crafted drinks and a relaxed, late-night neighbourhood vibe.
Sir Club
1.6 km
Long‑running Odense beer bar with 27 taps, quiz nights and a relaxed, lived‑in atmosphere where specialty brews and come‑as‑you‑are evenings take the spotlight.
Pianobar odense
1.6 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
1.6 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
1.7 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.
Grand Bar & Lounge
1.7 km
Sophisticated cocktails and refined ambiance in a historic 1897 building at the heart of Odense.
The Boat House
1.8 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.
Lørups Vinstue
1.8 km
Old‑school Odense pub with red‑checked tablecloths, cheap beers and sing‑along classics, where students, locals and night owls start – and often finish – a night out.
Bootleggers Craft Beer Bar - Odense C
1.8 km
Urban craft beer sanctuary on Odense’s Gråbrødre Plads, pouring rotating specialty brews, free popcorn and laid-back good times from afternoon until late night.
LA Tequila Bar Odense
1.8 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
1.9 km
Odense's premier craft beer specialist with rotating taps and expert bartenders in a cozy pedestrian street setting.
June Bar
1.9 km
Intimate candlelit cocktails, shareable tapas and a warm, relaxed buzz right in the heart of Odense’s nightlife district.
The Old Irish Pub
1.9 km
Odense's multi-level music venue where Irish tradition meets electronic beats across three unforgettable floors.
Kick Off - Sportspub
1.9 km
Buzzing Odense sports pub with wall-to-wall screens, cold beer and classic bar games, perfect for catching the big match in relaxed, local surroundings.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Romantic
- Relaxing
- Scenic
- Fun-filled
- Unique
- Casual
- Boutique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Modern Designs
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
- Landmarks
- Parks & Gardens
- Viewpoints
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
- Panoramas
- Waterfront
- Sunset Spots
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Selfie Spots
- Aesthetic Corners
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Low Impact
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- 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
- Wheelchair Access
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Business Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly