Fun fact 1 about Odense
city
The name Odense is derived from Óðins vé, meaning 'Odin's sanctuary'.
Odense
Denmark
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city
Odense
Denmark
Country
Denmark
Population
180.3K
Coordinates
55.40, 10.40
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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