The Lillebælt Trail 27 km

• RedoubtRedoubtby the route
• RedoubtRedoubtby the route
• Castle moundCastle mound, Middle Agesby the route
• RedoubtRedoubtby the route
• Castle moundCastle mound, Middle Ages30 m from the route
• RedoubtRedoubt33 m from the route
• RedoubtRedoubt37 m from the route
• RedoubtRedoubt46 m from the route
• RedoubtRedoubt161 m from the route
• Reunification stoneReunification stone161 m from the route
• Round barrowRound barrow, prehistoric205 m from the route
• MemorialMemorial226 m from the route
• Round barrowRound barrow, prehistoric289 m from the route

• Mussel bank at FænøsundNature, by the route. Exciting slope occupied by mussel.
• Picnic in Middelfart - Gals KlintNature, by the route. From Gals Klint the water and the beech forest can be enjoyed.
• The Old Little Belt bridgeNature, by the route. The old Little Belt Bridge is a combined railway and road bridge connection between Jutland and Funen.
• Tree-climbing for everyoneNature, by the route. Tree climbing is for everyone – children must be at least 5 years old.
• Rinsing facility SøbadetNature, by the route. There is a 30-m2 shower facility with running water and enclosed outdoor and indoor showers.
• Dive site KongebrogaardenNature, by the route. Shore dive down to 40 metres along a wall with sea squirts and pink strawberry anemones.
• Sixtus SinaturStay, by the route. Hotel on Hindsgavl with views over Fænøsund, a bathing jetty in the garden and a restaurant.
• Sixtus Sinatur Hotel & KonferenceEat, by the route. Seasonal menu with beach seaweed and garden herbs, with panoramic windows onto Fænøsund at Hotel Sixtus.
• Strib FiskEat, by the route.
• Boulder Reef at Dykkerklubben MarsvinetNature, by the route. The stone reef consists of 1,000 tons of stone, and is set around the underwater life in Lillebælt (the Little Belt).
• Sixtus Sinatur Hotel & KonferenceEat, by the route. Step inside Restaurant No.
• Hindsgavl FortressCulture, by the route. Hindsgavl Voldsted near Middelfart is a medieval castle mound from the 1200s, with a moat and wide views over the Little Belt.
• Strib BådehavnNature, by the route. Facts: 140 Berths, Depth: 5 Metres, access to electricity, freshwater, toilet/bath, internet. )Since 1651 Strib has been an important ferry berth and the…
• Whale Watching on board Mira3Nature, by the route. Join the Mira3 tour boat and look for porpoises in Lillebælt, Middelfart We depart from Middelfart Gl.
• Strib Fyr - Havørred Fyn Hotspot nr. 109Nature, by the route. Strib Lighthouse and “The Garages” offer sea trout, cod, and summer fishing with strong currents.
• The Hanging GardensThings to do, by the route. The Hanging Gardens in Middelfart: terraced gardens on the slope down to Gammel Havn and the Little Belt.
• Picnic in Middelfart - Øksnerodde at Fænøsund Old Ferry StationNature, by the route. Fænø Old Ferry-departure A truly wonderful place with a breathtaking view of the privately owned island Fænø.
• Whale watching with M/S MarianneNature, by the route. MS Marianne sails on a guided whale safari from Middelfart Old Harbour.
• Lillebælt Nature ParkNature, by the route. Walk, explore or go on a whale safari in one of Denmark’s largest nature parks, home to one of the world’s densest harbour porpoise populations.
• Kongebro HavnNature, by the route. Facts: Berths: 44.
• Strib Harbour pier (no. 2)Nature, by the route. Exciting stone setting, this is the habitat for some species of seaweed.
• Lillebæltsværftet " Old Shipyard"Culture, by the route. Lillebælt Shipyard in Middelfart preserves UNESCO-listed clinker boatbuilding.
• Sejlture i med Aventura - første gang i over 2 årNature, by the route. Read more about "Sejlture i med Aventura - første gang i over 2 år"
• Railway Ferry Service – StribCulture, by the route. The story of the railway ferry between Strib and Fredericia, 1866–1935.
• ToldbodvinhusEat, by the route.
• Café RazzEat, by the route. On the waterfront in Middelfart you will find Café Razz, enjoy everything from brunch to delicious burgers while looking out over the beautiful Little Belt.
• Café RazzEat, by the route. Brunch, burgers and smørrebrød on the harbour, with a terrace facing the Little Belt.
• Car charging stations in MiddelfartThings to do, by the route. In Middelfart Municipality, you don’t need to worry about running low on power in your electric car.
• Fænø Sund - Havørred Fyn Hotspot nr. 106Nature, by the route. Fænøsund is a scenic coastal stretch with deep water and current – perfect for summer fishing.
• LibraryCulture, by the route. EventsChildrens theater, concerts and much more.
• Panorama Cinemas MiddelfartCulture, by the route. Situated at KulturØen, with a fantastic view of Lillebælt.
• Café MoonEat, by the route.
• Galsklint - Havørred Fyn Hotspot nr. 107Nature, by the route. Galsklint offers deep water, strong currents, and chances for both sea trout and coastal cod.
• Café MauritzEat, by the route. Cafe Mauritz Middelfart.
• Old Harbour and the old townThings to do, by the route. Wooden ships, a working boatyard and cobbled streets past the Hanging Gardens.
• Middelfart MarinaNature, by the route. Blue Flag beach with a swimming jetty, a restaurant and 550 berths by Fænøsund.
• NyHavn 1Nature, by the route. Private marina by KulturØen in Middelfart: 65 berths, 2.5 m water depth, power and water at the pontoons.
• GoSailCulture, by the route. Join GoSail on a RIB along the Hindsgavl coast.
• Stone reef at SøbadetNature, by the route. Beach dive in Lillebælt on a new rock reef, with plants and animal life down to 20 metres.
• Skrillinge Strand FiskEat, by the route. Fresh and smoked fish and fish cakes – sit down with a view over Lillebælt.
• Picnic in Middelfart - Svenstrup BeachNature, by the route. Southward facing in Gamborg Fiord.
• Restaurant Marsvinet in MiddelfartEat, by the route. Danish food by the marina – lunch plates, Sunday buffet and a seasonal à la carte with fish and meat.
• SUP and windsurfing at the marinaNature, by the route. Beach for windsurfing and SUP, for beginners and intermediates, with parking by the water.
• Restaurant Marsvinet in MiddelfartEat, by the route. Restaurant Marsvinet at Middelfart Marina.
• Oscars KaffebarEat, by the route. Drop in for a coffee break, study session, or a sweet treat before the cinema.
• Café SommerEat, by the route. Café Sommer between Strib and Middelfart – a relaxed café with panoramic views of Lillebælt and both Lillebælt bridges.
• Strib NordenbroCulture, by the route. Strib Nordenbro, the ferry pier for crossings between Strib and Fredericia until 1971 It has now been converted into a memorial for the Slesvig-Holstein war…
• Café SommerEat, by the route. Burgers, fish and chips and old-fashioned ice cream waffles with views of the Little Belt and both bridges.
• Charging Stations for E-Bikes in MiddelfartThings to do, by the route. Middelfart Municipality has seven e-bike charging stations, including at Hindsgavl, the Marina and KulturØen.
• Svenstrup BeachNature, by the route. The beach is situated along the Lillebæltsti trail heading towards Gamborg and offers a lovely nature with a bathing jetty and toilet facilities.
• Diving club MarsvinetNature, by the route. Rolling seabed, easily accessible – sometimes strong tide.
• Picnic in Middelfart - Strib NordstrandNature, by the route. The area behind the white sandy beach invites to play, and the area also contains a Barbeque hut and a picnic set.
• Torpedo stationCulture, by the route. Torpedo station from the Second World War.
• Den Nye Lillebæltsbro - Havørred Fyn Hotspot nr. 108Nature, by the route. The bridge spot at the Little Belt Bridge is perfect for sea trout and cod – especially in strong northbound current.
• The historical heritage of MiddelfartCulture, 30 m from the route. Boyes BankeJens Henrik Christiansen Boye was a criminal specializing in counterfeiting, theft, arson and assault.
• Blue Flag Beaches in MiddelfartNature, 31 m from the route. Five beaches on the Little Belt – some shallow for kids, others close to the centre.
• Noordwind Camping GalsklintStay, 33 m from the route. Tent, caravan or cabin by Lillebælt – most caravan pitches have sea views.
• Middelfart Savings bankThings to do, 35 m from the route. On the waterfront in Middelfart, you will find three of the town's newer architectural buildings, which are definitely worth a visit.
• KulturØenThings to do, 35 m from the route. KulturØen in Middelfart brings together a library, cinema, café and restaurant in one building on an artificial island, with views over the Little Belt.
• Vasnæs BatteryCulture, 35 m from the route. Built 1808 as one of four batteries, blockading the waters of The Little Belt against British vessels during the Napoleonic Wars 1807-14.
• Dive site Strib NordstrandNature, 36 m from the route. Dive or snorkel by old tree trunks with hermit crabs and small fish, 0–18 metres deep.
• Comwell KongebrogaardenStay, 36 m from the route. Waterfront hotel south of town with views of the old and new Little Belt bridges.
• Restaurant KongebroEat, 36 m from the route. At Comwell Kongebrogaarden's restaurant, Restaurant Dannebro, they like to try out new flavors and add a bit of attitude to the food.
• Middelfart Gl. Havn (Old Harbour)Nature, 36 m from the route. Read more about "Middelfart Gl.
• Restaurant KongebroEat, 36 m from the route. French-Nordic cooking at Comwell Kongebrogaarden, by the marina and the Little Belt.
• Strib LighthouseNature, 38 m from the route. White lighthouse from 1900 at the tip of Strib Odde, looking across the Little Belt.
• Renu's PizzaEat, 42 m from the route.
• Picnic in Middelfart - SøbadetNature, 42 m from the route. A picnic set is found at the area between the beach and Søbadet.
• The beach at the marinaNature, 44 m from the route. Sandy beach with a Blue Flag, bathing jetty, beach volleyball and a playground.
• Gals Klint BeachNature, 49 m from the route. 350 m of sandy beach with a bathing jetty and shallow, child-friendly water – plus picnic spots and forest paths down to the shore.
• Søbadet shelter siteStay, 49 m from the route. Four shelters by the Lillebælt shore with fire pit, toilet and a view of the bridges.
• Sct. Nicolai ChurchCulture, 54 m from the route. Sct. Nicolai Church in Middelfart’s old town dates from the 1200s. See the baroque altarpiece with paintings by Eckersberg and a font by H.W. Bissen.
• Middelfart Town HallThings to do, 54 m from the route. Middelfart Town Hall was designed by Henning Larsen Architects.
• SUPSPOT - Galsklint CampingNature, 55 m from the route. Experience beach, forest, and SUP at the Little Belt – a hidden gem of nature, water activities, and charming trails close to Middelfart.
• Restaurant MASTEat, 56 m from the route. Mediterranean dishes to share and a seafood platter on Kulturøen, overlooking Lillebælt.
• Restaurant MASTEat, 56 m from the route. Dining experiences with a view - more the rule than the exception.
• Gamborg ChurchCulture, 59 m from the route. The church, situated on a ridge north of the town, has a Romanesque chancel and nave, built of rough boulders on uneven, rough-hewn granite base.
• Whale safariThings to do, 60 m from the route. Boat trip from the harbour where you scan Lillebælt for porpoises.
• Porpoise safari with M/S SabineNature, 60 m from the route. Join the MS Sabine for a porpoise cruise and watch the small whales as they swim in the waters of the Little Belt
• Strib Nordstrand shelter siteStay, 60 m from the route. Two shelters, five people each, right on Lillebælt, with a fire hut and toilet.
• Middelfart Escape GameCulture, 62 m from the route. Live escape game through the town centre – solve codes and riddles to save the porpoises.
• GuldkronenEat, 63 m from the route.
• SøbadetNature, 65 m from the route. Søbadet in Middelfart: a yellow 1935 bathhouse on the Lillebælt with a narrow beach, diving, tables, parking and a view of the old bridge.
• Henner Friisers HusCulture, 66 m from the route. Renaissance house from 1580 on Brogade with wall paintings, town history and porpoise models.
• Saeb SiamEat, 71 m from the route.
• CLAY – an architectural pearlThings to do, 79 m from the route. CLAY Museum of Ceramic Art Denmark in Middelfart: ceramic art in a protected manor house and a modern underground extension, with views across Lillebælt.
• CLAYCulture, 79 m from the route. Ceramic art in an 1857 villa with a sculpture park, café and views of the Little Belt.
• Café CLAYEat, 79 m from the route. Delicious food in historic surroundings It's hard to find a cafe with a better view and a richer history than Café CLAY in Middelfart.
• Galleri BørmoseCulture, 80 m from the route. Paintings and colourful ceramics on Østergade – meet the artist in her own studio.
• Fratelli MiddelfartEat, 84 m from the route.
• Shahi DhabaEat, 88 m from the route.
• TeglgårdsparkenThings to do, 89 m from the route. Teglgårdsparken was known as the “Asylum at Middelfart” until 1911 and operated as the Middelfart Psychiatric Hospital from 1888 until its closure in 1999.
• Café IngaEat, 90 m from the route. Home-baked buns and cake with coffee in old mussel-painted china, in the museum café.
• Middelfart MuseumCulture, 90 m from the route. Changing exhibitions on local history on Algade, with a café and a museum shop.
• Café IngaEat, 90 m from the route. Visit Café Inga at Middelfart Museum.
• Staurby Skov shelter siteStay, 91 m from the route. Five shelters for 33 people with fire pits, plus toilet and water at the car park.
• Pizza Express MiddelfartEat, 91 m from the route.
• Galleri UMAGECulture, 96 m from the route. Danish art and crafts on Algade – paintings, ceramics, glass and paper art.
• Match Racing DenmarkCulture, 97 m from the route. Race your colleagues in Fænøsund.
• TrådenCulture, 97 m from the route. Concerts, street food and freshly brewed beer in old factory halls by the harbour.
• Galleri EkanderCulture, 97 m from the route. Bronze figures and paintings in a courtyard on Algade, where you also see the workshop.
• Café RitaEat, 100 m from the route. Café on Algade with brunch, burgers and pasta, plus tapas and cocktails in the bar next door.
• Café RitaEat, 100 m from the route. a modern café in the heart of Middelfart.
• Papa´s Ristorante PizzariaEat, 101 m from the route. Italian restaurant on Algade since 1984 – pizza, pasta, steaks and wine.
• Burger LabEat, 101 m from the route.
• Papa´s Ristorante PizzariaEat, 101 m from the route. Papa’s Ristorante Pizzeria in Middelfart since 1984.
• The Porpoise WellThings to do, 102 m from the route. is located in the middle of Fisketorvet (The Fish Market) in Middelfart Old Town and was unveiled on October 25, 1957.
• BELLA MIDDELFARTEat, 103 m from the route.
• Den Italienske IsbutikEat, 103 m from the route.
• KreaværkCulture, 104 m from the route. Workshop café on Algade where you paint ceramics and make jewellery over coffee.
• Vends Motorik- og NaturskoleThings to do, 107 m from the route. Vends Motorik og Naturskole i Middelfart tilbyder sjove og lærerige aktiviteter for firmaer, skoler, foreninger og familier – mulighed for overnatning og…
• KolibrienEat, 107 m from the route.
• Asia Restaurant MiddelfartEat, 108 m from the route.
• Emmys KaffebarEat, 109 m from the route.
• Restaurant HolmsEat, 119 m from the route.
• Restaurant Den Hvide DameEat, 120 m from the route. In the historic surroundings of Hindsgavl Castle, you can enjoy a light meal, fine wine, and quality beer at the castle café.
• Restaurant Den Hvide DameEat, 120 m from the route. Open sandwiches and prawns for lunch, dinner in the evening – at Hindsgavl Slot, with a park view.
• PorpoisesThings to do, 121 m from the route. The porpoise is one of the smallest whales in the world – and the waters of the Little Belt are where you will find one of the densest populations of them in…
• Strib Swimmingpool and Fitness CentreNature, 121 m from the route. Take a refreshing dip, play with your kids or get in shape!
• Café ApotekerhavenEat, 122 m from the route.
• Ramen HusEat, 123 m from the route.
• Picnic in Middelfart - Green area in front of TeglgårdsparkenNature, 123 m from the route. A large green area with several picnic benches.
• Kring ChokoladeEat, 124 m from the route.
• Craft Burger MiddelfartEat, 127 m from the route.
• JatacoEat, 127 m from the route.
• Picnic in Middelfart - KobakkenNature, 131 m from the route. KobakkenA public area in the deer garden behind Hotel Comwell Kongebrogaarden.
• Gamborgen Nature campStay, 133 m from the route. Shelter and tent site at Gamborg on Vestfyn.
• Gitte Ladefoged Art StudioCulture, 135 m from the route. Paintings on canvas and paper plus bronze figures in a studio on the pedestrian street – open by appointment.
• Gamborg BryghusEat, 140 m from the route. Taproom with house-brewed beer, a bottle shop and street food stalls indoors.
• King's SushiEat, 141 m from the route.
• MTB track in Staurby forestNature, 148 m from the route. In Staurby Skov near Middelfart close to Lillebælt, you'll find a 5.6 km MTB trail with a technical course extending from the track.
• Hindsgavl CastleStay, 154 m from the route. Rooms in the castle wings or stables, with a park and a bathing jetty on Fænøsund.
• The gardens at Hindsgavl CastelNature, 155 m from the route. Hindsgavl Castle Park near Middelfart: 40,000 m² of baroque garden and romantic grounds from 1750, tea pavilion and hermitage.
• Hotel MelfarHusStay, 156 m from the route. Hotel with no reception by the beach and marina – you check in through an app.
• Galleri EngholmCulture, 159 m from the route. Paintings, ceramics, jewellery and sculptures – and you can borrow a piece to try at home.
• Café Stribo-19Eat, 172 m from the route.

The route runs 2.2 km through salt meadow, 975 m of bog and 709 m of dry grassland, in the conservation areas Rudbæksbanke Fyrretræer and Strib Gamle Slot, in the Natura 2000 site Lillebælt, through the reserve Fredericia, 975 m along protected earth banks.

What is salt meadow, bog, dry grassland and Natura 2000?

Read the conservation order: Rudbæksbanke Fyrretræer

Read the conservation order: Strib Gamle Slot