Fun facts about Odense
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The name Odense is derived from Óðins vé, meaning 'Odin's sanctuary'.
Odense
Denmark
Odense is the third largest city in Denmark and the largest city on the island of Funen. As of 1 January 2026, the city proper had a population of 187,558 while Odense Municipality had a population of 213,168, making it the fourth largest municipality in Denmark.
From the “Etymology” section
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Odense is one of Denmark's oldest cities, with evidence of settlement for over 4,000 years.
Odense
Denmark
Odense is the third largest city in Denmark and the largest city on the island of Funen. As of 1 January 2026, the city proper had a population of 187,558 while Odense Municipality had a population of 213,168, making it the fourth largest municipality in Denmark.
From the “History” section
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The Odense Zoo, founded in 1930, was Funen's most popular tourist attraction in 2011.
Odense
Denmark
Odense is the third largest city in Denmark and the largest city on the island of Funen. As of 1 January 2026, the city proper had a population of 187,558 while Odense Municipality had a population of 213,168, making it the fourth largest municipality in Denmark.
From the “Economy” section
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Odense University, established in 1964, was the first of three new provincial universities in Denmark.
Odense
Denmark
Odense is the third largest city in Denmark and the largest city on the island of Funen. As of 1 January 2026, the city proper had a population of 187,558 while Odense Municipality had a population of 213,168, making it the fourth largest municipality in Denmark.
From the “Education” section
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