The glacial landscape on Langeland
South Fyn Archipelago UNESCO Global Geopark
The Inundated Ice Age Landscape on Langeland
Discover the unique landscape that has defined our nature and culture for more than 10,000 years.
Denmark was connected to southern England and southern Sweden by land at the end of the last glacial period (the Weichselian glaciation), approximately 11,700 years ago. The South Fyn Archipelago and Fyn itself were part of one large continuous landmass with hills, forests, and lakes.
When the large ice caps covering North America and northern Scandinavia melted, the water level in the oceans rose. The low-lying areas south of Fyn were flooded, and only the highest parts remained above water: the 55 islands and islets known today as the South Fyn Archipelago.
UNESCO Global Geopark
In 2018, the municipalities of Svendborg, Faaborg-Midtfyn, Langeland, and Ærø established Geopark The South Fyn Archipelago with the goal of obtaining the title of UNESCO Global Geopark.
One of the largest Inundated Ice Age Landscapes in the world
Der er udpeget en række lokaliteter af særlig interesse i geoparken som du selv kan udforske på egen hånd
Geopark: Ristinge Klint coastal cliff
Geopark: From Bagenkop to Dovnsklint
Geospot: Strynø
Geopark: Keldsnor og Lunden
Geospot: Lindelse Nor & Henninge Nor
Geospot: Ristinge Hale
Geopark: Tryggelev Cove and Nørreballe Cove
Geopark: Ristinge Beach
Geopark: Fakkebjerg - a ‘hat-shaped hill’
3 unikke naturområder
Langeland og øhavet er kendt for både sit milde, frugtbare klima og et afvekslende og kuperet landskab med bakker og dale, der vidner om de enorme kræfter der var på spil, da isen trak sig frem og tilbage under istiden og modellerede det landskab, som bjergtager os i dag.
Spor af fortiden
I Geoparken finder du også både geologiske og kulturhistoriske spor af fortiden.
Berig din viden om Langelands fortid og oplev disse helt unikke steder udpeget af Geoparken:
Stone Age life, burial customs and early surgical methods was found in Langeland's finest passage grave in Hulbjerg near Bagenkop.
Tranekær Castle is Denmark's oldest inhabited house, beautifully situated on a hat hill with its iconic red colour. The castle is run as a modern farming and forestry business and visitors can enjoy trails in the park with unique trees. Discover the history of the castle through guided tours or hire it for exclusive corporate events with gastronomy and accommodation.
In the heart of Langeland’s idyllic countryside lies one of the Cold War’s silent witnesses: Langelands Fort. Today the fort has been transformed into the popular Cold War Museum, which is now one of Langeland’s biggest tourist attractions. Here both young and old can go exploring, both above and below ground.
Geopark on the go
Get your very own tour guide by downloading the app Geopark Det Sydfynske Øhav. With the digital map always close at
hand, you will have a great overview of area and find plenty of inspiration for new experiences throughout the Geopark – either by foot, on the
water, or by bicycle.
Download from Google Play or Apple App Store
