The locals recommend
Svendborg seen through local eyes. Here you can meet some of the passionate locals who know the best spots for great experiences, little hideaways and hidden gems in and around Svendborg.
Where to eat, what's a must-see and where are the little undiscovered gems hiding? No one knows better than the locals. We've spoken to some of the people who on a daily basis engage in shaping, sharing and exploring their passion in Svendborg, the capital of The Archipelago. Be inspired by their recommendations.
Andreas was born and raised in Svendborg. He has sailed all his life and is currently the owner of Sydfyns Bådudlejning. Experience Svendborg through Andreas' eyes.
Kim was born and raised in Svendborg. After establishing himself as a renowned chef in Denmark and Norway, he returned to his childhood home in South Funen, which he has restored. Get Kim's best insider tips for exploring Svendborg.
After living in Copenhagen for 13 years, Nanna returned home to South Funen. Now she spends her days working with culture and events at Svendborgs library and helps organise the CREATE Festival. Read about her many great recommendations for rich cultural and nature experiences in Svendborg.
In 2018, Susanne and Bo transformed a car workshop on Tåsinge into a microbrewery, and ever since, Svendborgsund Bryghus has been going strong. But where are the couple's personal favourite places in and around Svendborg when they're not brewing beer? Get their top tips here.
Mads and his girlfriend moved to Svendborg in 2020. Together they run the shop Studio Sæsse in Møllergade. His recommendations mainly revolve around that street, because as he says ‘Møllergade is all you need’. Read Mads' recommendations for a full day of dining in Møllergade and many more recommendations here.
For Gitte, it's the sum of her beautiful daily bike ride over the Thurø dam and along the Christiansmindestien path and major cultural events like SVEND Film Festival that make Svendborg unique and fantastic to live in. And of course, Gitte loves to eat out - as in out in nature. Read more aboout her recommendations here.
Jesper is a janitor and handyman, and he loves animals. Almost every day he's out on the Sound on a SUP or in a kayak, and he loves a certain burger from a legendary diner in Svendborg. Read all Jesper's recommendations here.
Havearkitekt Helle Troelsen bor i den idylliske landsby Troense på Tåsinge. Læs hendes anbefalinger indenfor mad, kultur og natur her, hvor hun bl.a. fremhæver Svendborg og omegns hyggelige ø-kultur med Ø-hop, Troense set fra søsiden og en pause med mad og drikke på lokale ø-caféer.
Garden architect Helle Troelsen lives in the idyllic village of Troense on Tåsinge. Read about her recommendations for food, culture and nature, where she highlights Svendborg and the surrounding area's cosy island culture with island hopping, Troense seen from the sea and a break with food and drinks at the local island cafés.
Thomas moved with his wife and two children from Copenhagen to Svendborg in 2020 and has now found a great balance between work, home and family life. Read Thomas' recommendations for experiences in Svendborg, which he describes as a city with a huge drive and great local commitment.
Henrik elsker Svendborg for byens rå havnekultur, det rige kunst- og kulturliv og den mangfoldige madscene. Som mangeårig mountainbiker og kunstelsker har han fundet sine helt egne favoritsteder. Læs Henriks anbefalinger og oplev Svendborg gennem hans øjne.