Tour suggestion: The Castle Route in Assens

Description of the castle route in Assens

The Castle Route is a journey through the Funen landscape spanning 660 km, divided into 14 stages. The two stages passing through Assens are a combined 82 km in length.

Open the route on på Google Maps here: Herregårdsruten i Assens.

Billeskov Herregård

The route starts in the north at Favrskov, leading you through Ørsbjerg Forest/Brænde Ådal and past Billeskov Herregård and Barløseborg Golf Club, which also has a small restaurant.

Erholm Gods

Continuing through Kerte, you will reach Erholm Gods, home to one of the best-preserved manor parks. The park is open from sunrise to sunset, with bicycle parking available at the entrance. On Saturdays, Erholm Food Market takes place in the old farm buildings near the manor. From Erholm Gods, the Herregårdsruten continues south towards Frøbjerg. A short detour will take you to Frøbjerg Bavnehøj, the highest point on Funen, offering breathtaking panoramic views. In summer, the Frøbjerg Festspil theater brings the hill to life with talented actors and joyful guests.

Krengerup Gods

Further along the route, you will arrive at Krengerup Gods, where you can admire the beautiful buildings and gardens or take a walk along one of the forest trails. Entry to the park is free, and visitors must follow the marked paths. Krengerup Gods is also home to the The Flax Weaving Museum and Škoda Museum Denmark.

Brahesborg Gods

This part of the route takes you past Brahesborg Gods, originally built as a Renaissance castle in 1656 by Jørgen Brahe, known as “The Little King of Funen.” The manor was later rebuilt in a Neoclassical style in 1756 and purchased in 1828 by Supreme Court lawyer F.W. Treschow. It has remained in the family ever since. Take a short detour through the farm buildings and notice the stripes in the cobblestone paving near the main building - these are serfdom stalls. Each tenant farm had its designated space, allowing the estate steward to easily check if all workers had arrived for their duties.

Hagenskov Gods

From Brahesborg, the route continues through Assens, heading south towards Thorøhuse and Hagenskov Gods. Hagenskov Gods, formerly known as Frederiksgave, is one of Denmark’s finest Neoclassical buildings, built in 1775 by architect Rosenberg. The manor was the summer residence of Prince Frederik VII when he was governor of Funen. The magnificent estate and its courtyard with a riding arena were used as a filming location for several scenes in the Danish TV series and film 1864, filmed in 2013. The manor can be viewed from the public road passing through the estate. The journey continues past Dreslette Church and further south towards Løgismose.

Løgismose Gods

Løgismose Gods dates back to the 14th century when it was known as Løuitz mosze. Since 1965, it has been owned by the Grønlykke family and has become a symbol of fine dining and the joys of gastronomy. Public access is not permitted, but the manor is still a beautiful sight from a distance. Nearby, you will pass Løgismose Forest, where you can visit Kafé Kammas, open during the summer season.

Damsbo Gods

Continuing along Strandbyvej, you will pass Damsbo Gods, beautifully situated in the Funen countryside with views over Helnæs Bay. The manor is surrounded by forest, fields, and coastline and remains a private residence. From here, the route leads to Jordløse Hills, marking the transition into Faaborg-Midtfyn Municipality and the next stage of the Castle Route.