Villas in Bogense
Bogense suits families and couples who want a small harbour town on the north Funen coast, with the island's largest marina. The town is quiet and small, and homes are spread along the coast, so a car helps.
- Villas
- 35
- From, per week
- £353
About Bogense
Bogense is a market town of about 4,000 people on North Funen, with town rights dating from 1288. The marina, opened in 1976 and extended since, is the largest on Funen and holds over 700 boats. The old centre has half-timbered houses and narrow streets, and St Nicholas Church, from 1406, has an unusual tower at its east end. Bogense Marina Strand and Skåstrup Strand are the listed beaches. At low tide you can walk about 1.5 km to the small uninhabited island of Æbelø from Lindøhoved. Our homes are spread along the coast around the town, mostly with three bedrooms and room for around six, and many have a fireplace. In the evening Erik Menved's Inn on Østergade, built in 1543 and the oldest house in town, is known for its omelette with fried smoked pork rind.
Is Bogense right for you?
- Best for
- Families and couples wanting a small harbour town by the sea
- Not for you if
- You want nightlife or large shops, as Bogense is a town of about 4,000 people.
Near Bogense
Odense
Funen's regional capital and Hans Christian Andersen's birthplace, about 30 minutes away by car.
Æbelø
Small uninhabited island you can walk to at low tide, about 1.5 km from Lindøhoved.
Kerteminde
Maritime town on the north-east coast of the Great Belt, with colourful houses, cobbled streets and seafood restaurants.
Ditlevsdal Bison Farm
Farm at Morud with guided tours, a farm shop, a guesthouse and a restaurant.
Getting to Bogense
Billund airport is about an hour and ten minutes by car, and Odense is about 30 minutes. Buses run from Odense in roughly 40 minutes, about every half hour, but a car is wise for the coast and the surrounding beaches.
When to go to Bogense
Summer is when the harbour is busiest, as the town is a tourist spot built around its marina, and the Rosenfestival is held on the first weekend of August. Opening hours for some venues differ between summer and winter, so check before an off-season visit. Out of season Bogense is a small, quiet town.
Villas in Bogense
2-star property
"Veljan" - 400m from the sea
Bogense, Funen & islands, Denmark
5
3
0
DishwasherMicrowaveFridge+4 more
3-star property
"Janne" - 400m from the sea
Bogense, Funen & islands, Denmark
6
3
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+8 more
4-star property
"Kjell" - 100m from the sea
Bogense, Funen & islands, Denmark
8
3
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+7 more
3-star property
"Elevus" - 10m from the sea
Bogense, Funen & islands, Denmark
4
1
0
DishwasherMicrowaveTerrace+4 more
from£55
per night
2-star property
"Emira" - 50m from the sea
Bogense, Funen & islands, Denmark
4
1
0
MicrowaveTerraceFridge+3 more
3-star property
"Gudke" - 50m from the sea
Bogense, Funen & islands, Denmark
2
1
0
DishwasherParkingTerrace+3 more
3-star property
3-star property
"Jani" - 620m from the sea
Bogense, Funen & islands, Denmark
4
2
0
BBQDishwasherMicrowave+7 more
3-star property
"Jarik" - 340m from the sea
Bogense, Funen & islands, Denmark
6
3
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+9 more
4-star property
"Andine" - 375m from the sea
Bogense, Funen & islands, Denmark
8
3
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+8 more
4-star property
"Elvira" - 300m from the sea
Bogense, Funen & islands, Denmark
3
2
0
BBQDishwasherMicrowave+6 more
from£58
per nightBogense villa holidays: questions answered
Can you walk to Æbelø from Bogense?
At low tide you can walk about 1.5 km to Æbelø from Lindøhoved, on the coast near the town. The island is small and uninhabited, so check the tide times before you set out.
Does Bogense have a beach?
Yes. Bogense Marina Strand and Skåstrup Strand are the beaches listed for the town, and the marina is a main feature of the place. Homes are spread along the coast, so check which beach is nearest to yours.
How far is Bogense from Odense?
About 30 minutes by car, or 40 to 45 minutes by bus, with services roughly every half hour. Odense is Denmark's third-largest city and Hans Christian Andersen's birthplace, so it works well for a day out.
Is Bogense busy in August?
It is high season, with the marina at its busiest and the Rosenfestival on the first weekend of the month. The town is small, so book dinner at places such as Erik Menved's Inn ahead.
What is the history of Bogense?
Town rights date from 1288, and a fire in 1575 nearly destroyed it. By 1672 it was Funen's smallest market town, with 438 inhabitants. A new harbour in 1844 and the railway to Odense in 1882 helped its recovery.
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Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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