Archipelago Trail and Archipelago Short Holiday
How about a mini holiday or weekend trip on the Archipelago Trail and a mini cruise in the Archipelago? Through Svanninge Hills to the market town of Faaborg, and the next day a trip to the Islands of Lyø and Avernakø in the South Funen Archipelago?
Day 1
Park your car in one of the free car parks in Faaborg - either the one opposite Hotel Færgegaarden on the street Chr. IX's Vej, by the old bus station, or the small one by restaurant Det Hvide Pakhus and restaurant Slagterens Spisehus.
You can take a Flextur Taxi to the village of Faldsled, where the Archipelago Trail begins - just behind Falsled Inn with a few metres to Faldsled Marina.
From Faldsled to Faaborg is 26 kilometres. The trail passes Trebjerg, which at 128 metres is the third highest point on Funen - over the beautiful Faaborg Golf Club course, Svanninge Hills, Svanninge Mountains - crossing the smaller hills 'the Sundbakkerne' with a fantastic view of Lake Sundsøen, Faaborg and the South Funen Archipelago.
The tour ends at the Bell Tower in the centre of Faaborg, where you can stay overnight at one of the town's hotels, bed and breakfasts or hostels.
Before enjoying an evening at one of the town's many restaurants, you can take a dip in Faaborg Fjord from Faaborg Harbour Bath, located just a few hundred metres from the old town.
Day 2
After a nice breakfast, head down to the harbour and the island ferry, which will take you first to the Island of Lyø and then to the Island of Avernakø - on the same ticket. You can buy tickets for the Faaborg III ferry online here.
The beautiful round island with the Bell Stone and Lyø Town with its five street ponds is said to be one of the most beautiful islands in Denmark. If you want to rent bikes on the island, you can do so at the harbour or at providers in Faaborg before departure.
If you fancy lunch, there are a couple of options on Lyø before you sail on to the eight kilometre long Avernakø - where you can also have lunch and dinner if you wish.
Depending on how long you want to stay on the islands, you can return to Faaborg several times a day during the week.
If you continue from Faaborg in the direction of the city of Svendborg, there are also accommodation options at Pipstorn Skov shelters and Nab Strand Camping. If you need other accommodation and more information about the archipelago trail, you can access them here.
Accommodation along the Archipelago Trail
From the village of Faldsled, 12 kilometres west of Faaborg, you can spend the night in several places along the Archipelago Trail. We have listed the places below so they are easy to get to depending on which category you are looking for. In addition, you have the opportunity to spend the night in shelters along the entire trail. - bookenshelter.dk.
Staying the Night in Faaborg
If you want to walk the entire 26 kilometres between Faldsled and Faaborg, there are a number of accommodation options in the market town. Hotels, holiday apartments, hostels and private rooms and apartments.
Shopping along the Trail
If you need to stock up on supplies on the Archipelago Trail, the grossery shop Min Købmand in the village of Håstrup is just a few kilometres from the trail.
Where to dine
If you feel like eating on your trip on the trail from Faldsled to Faaborg - and in the evening in Faaborg - there is plenty of opportunity to find something that could be to your taste. Here we list restaurants in Faldsled, in the hills and in Faaborg as well as on the islands to give you an overview of the options.
Vandkanten Falsled
Hlý at Lyø (Lyø Old School)
Restaurant - food house - pub - bar
See current menu and opening hours here
From Friday, June 12, we are open all weekdays:
The kitchen is open:
Lunch: 12:00 - 14:30
Dinn...
Vejkanten in Falsled
Small, informal eatery with many good and local ingredients, communal tables, good coffee, cocktails and wines, gift ideas and events
Menu & Opening hours apply - until we come up with something new!...
Falsled Kro
Falsled Kro has 19 unique rooms which are situated at the Inn, Sognegaarden und Ryttergaarden right next to the 1000m2 big herb garden. Many of the rooms have a fireplace, bath tub and private terrace...
Restaurant Skovlyst
At one of the highest points in the hills, approx. 87 m above sea level, Restaurant Skovlyst is situated. On three sides the Funen Alps come alive, and to the south the landscape slopes down towards F...
Skovtrolden
Skovtrolden is a cozy log cabin, in the middle of the beautiful nature around Svanninge Bakker, where ice cream and light dishes are served for the whole family.
Dang - Ved Brønden
Thai Restaurant and Evening Restaurant.
Lunch and Evening Restaurant.
A historic place with style and quality. Exotic atmosphere in the centre of the city right at the square next to Kai Nielsen`s famou...
Magasingaarden
Restaurant Magasingaarden. Here we have created a cozy and informal restaurant where you can enjoy a nice meal, a good cup of coffee and home baked cake or just a glass of cold white wine on the terra...
Ristorante Pizzeria Roma
Real italian cuisine. fresh made pizza, pasta, tender steaks. Fine italian wine. Also Take-away. Cosy atmosphere and nice service. With best greetings from chief cook Adriano and his wife Tania. Welco...
The Restaurant Slagterens Spisehus
Welcome to Slagterens Spisehus (The Butcher's Parlour), whose philosophy is to be a restaurant for the whole family.
The emphasis is on quality meat and tasty side dishes - and there is a panoramic v...
Faaborg Røgeri Café
Faaborg Smokehouse Café, situated at the harbour.
- Fresh smoked fish every day at 11 a.m. (own smokehouse).
Menus and prices please see the website
www.faaborgroegericafe.dk
Restaurant Klinten
"THE BEST PLACE OF ALL"
Tell our guests -
Where else do you find this special feeling of being seen, heard and marked from the second you enter the restaurant.
A menu that goes all the way from fre...
Hotel Faaborg Fjord
Restaurant
We welcome you to Restaurant Vinoteket at Hotel Faaborg Fjord. The restaurant is located with panoramic views of the South Funen archipelago and in the middle of nature. Our dedicated staf...
Dining on the Islands
There are dining options on all three islands - Lyø, Avernakø and Bjørnø (during summer time). Cosy places with ingredients from local producers. Enjoy your meal!
Oase Lyø - café and Bed and Breakfast
The café is closed for this season. See you again in 2025.
Cafe, Bar, Gallery, Restaurant - Bed and Breakfast.
Allen Lyø Lovers - We can offer seating at the bar or on the terrace or overnight.
We look...
Avernakø Country Hotel
We run a Nordic and sustainable kitchen with local raw ingredients in focus. Besides a large and prosperous kitchen garden, we also breed our own rabbits and clearly, we use all the berries, fruits, h...
Kreacaféen at Bjørnø
Open from 31 May 2024 from 11-17 every day
Welcome to "KreaCaféen" on Bjørnø, an idyllic retreat for creative souls and anyone in need of a rest and a good cup of coffee. Step into an atmosphere of co...
Café Lyø Pladask
New café in Lyø Gamle Skole - from 27 June to 22 September 2024 every day from 12-21
Home-cooked dishes
Enjoy the beautiful surroundings with games and beach volleyball under the big trees on the c...