In my previous blog, I shared the start of our May family holiday on Denmark's East Islands. Loved it? Catch up now! Instead of heading home, we drove from Rødby to Bogense on Funen Island in Southern Denmark. Dansk.nl, our Denmark experts, recommended this extension for the ultimate trip. Eager to uncover more gems, we continued our journey from this charming coastal base.
The drive from Rødby to Bogense takes about 2 hours. Dansk.nl had booked us a cozy apartment here. While the East Islands were mostly flat, Funen's rolling landscape caught our kids' eyes right away.
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We quickly saw why Dansk.nl chose Danland Bogense. Our ground-floor apartment was compact yet fully equipped with essentials plus a dishwasher, washing machine, and dryer. Right on the coast, it's a short walk to everything: supermarket in 5 minutes, beach in 10, harbor and town center with restaurants, cafes, and ice cream shops in 15.
A shared garden features a fenced pond and wooden playground. Parents can relax nearby while kids play—perfect for supervising or teens snapping social media pics 😉. Adjacent are a campsite and indoor pool (small fee). Bogense proved an ideal hub for day trips. After settling in Wednesday and local exploring, we hit the road Thursday.
LEGOLAND Billund was next—a 1-hour-15-minute drive. Slightly skeptical about our 10- and 12-year-olds' interest, we went anyway.
Our son, a lifelong LEGO fan, was thrilled despite a recent hiatus. Would our daughter, outgrowing LEGO Friends, enjoy it? Booking via Dansk.nl scored us exclusive discounts, no-queue entry, and 2nd day free—smart move!
Inside, the kids bolted everywhere. 'Dad, the Eiffel Tower in Denmark! Hilarious!' Amsterdam shone in Miniland. Doubts vanished amid sunshine, short lines, and family fun.
Highlights: 'The Polar X-plorer,' LEGOLAND's fastest coaster with polar surprises. Roller coasters, rapids, 'Ghost' haunted house with mirror maze—thrills for all ages. LEGOLAND Billund delivers non-stop family excitement!
Friday was open, so we aimed for Egeskov Slot—play forest, mazes, Segways, treetop adventures. Sadly, closed until the next day due to early May timing and family residents. No issue; Southern Denmark overflows with kid-friendly options.
We pivoted to Fjord &Bælt, 50 minutes away. Dive into marine life via seal, porpoise, and dolphin feedings. Interactive exhibits let kids handle crabs and starfish, explore Danish sea history, and join researcher demos.
A underwater tunnel offers close porpoise views. Hilarious 'farting tubes' mimic sea creature sounds—endless giggles: 'Haha, brother, beat that!' Educational yet playful—kids barely noticed it was a museum.
Pair it with Odense, fairy-tale icon's birthplace amid colorful Danish houses. Heavy rain hit en route, so we skipped it, heading back to Bogense. Our sole shower in 8 days—plenty of reasons to return!
Saturday: GIVSKUD Zoo safari park under sunny skies (while Dutch King's Day rained). We drove our car through zones blending drives and walkabouts for up-close animal encounters.
Picnic spots, eateries, and playgrounds abound. Elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheeky monkeys, majestic lions—pure awe and laughs.
Early start allowed both zoo and LEGO House (30 minutes apart, 1-hour-15 from Bogense). Low expectations, per Dansk.nl tip—boy, were we wrong!
Ages 10-12? Dads building endlessly proved it's timeless. Free entry covers shop, square, 'MINI CHEF' build-your-meal restaurant. Tickets unlock color-themed Experience Zones—interactive heaven.
Buy via dansk.nl/LEGO House for big discounts and VIP welcome!
I crafted a stop-motion LEGO video; kids built and raced supersonic cars on epic tracks. Scan-your-LEGO-fish aquarium brings creations alive. Roof terraces offer play and views.
Light, modern, immersive—plus History Collection nostalgia. Ideal for every generation.
From LEGO House to everywhere else, Southern Denmark suits all. We'd return in a heartbeat—Bogense was idyllic, sights endless. Mix stays via Dansk.nl for custom trips, not rigid weeks.
Friendly Danes, relaxed vibe, sea nearby. Unforgettable May break—second week? More LEGO!
