Castlemap

🇩🇰 Denmark

Castles near Odense

18 castles, fortresses, palaces and ruins within 100 km of the city centre — every one on the interactive map, with photos, distances and directions.

The closest landmark is also the most famous: Egeskov Castle, ranked #326 of 8,133 worldwide, 26 km south of the city centre. The oldest dated site in the circle is Trelleborg, founded 980.

The 100 km circle reaches into 2 countries — Denmark (16), Germany (2).

Day trips: 25–60 km

Farther afield: 60–100 km

Distances are straight-line from the city centre. City coordinates and population: Wikidata Q25331.

Frequently asked questions

How many castles are near Odense?

The Castlemap atlas maps 18 landmarks (12 castles · 4 palaces & châteaux · 2 ruins) within 100 km of the centre of Odense, measured straight-line — a curated selection of well-documented landmarks, not a count of every fortification ever built.

What is the closest castle to Odense?

Egeskov Castle, a castle 26 km south of the city centre.

What is the oldest castle near Odense?

The oldest dated landmark in the circle is Trelleborg, founded 980 — 56 km east. Earlier structures may have existed; this is the oldest with a documented founding year.

Nearby city guides: Kolding (58 km) · Næstved (89 km) · Roskilde (110 km) · Copenhagen (141 km). See also medieval castles · all rankings · castles by country.