Nyborg Tourist Attractions
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FunenSituationThe important port of Nyborg is situated on the east coast of the island of Funen, on the Great Belt.HistoryThe castle, built in the 11th century in order to control the Great Belt, led to the development of the town.
Great Belt Exhibition Center
Nyborg is an important center of communications. A bridge and tunnel across the Great Belt between Funen and Zealand was completed in 1998, dramatically reducing travel times within Denmark. It is one of the largest bridges in Europe. The Great Belt Exhibition Center provides information on the project.
Nyborg Castle
The present Castle (Nyborg Slot), situated near the marketplace, consists of only one wing, known as the "King's Wing", where the Danish kings held their court between 1250 and 1413. After restoration the medieval character of the castle - fortifications, Knights' Hall and Imperial Council Chambers - can again be appreciated. The castle now houses a collection of weapons.
Nyborg Museum
A beautiful timbered house (1601) in Slotsgade, Mads Lerches Gård, now houses the Nyborg Museum (Nyborg og Omegns Museum). Its exhibits illustrate the history of the town; an annex contains some interesting sculptures by Carl Aarsleff.The museum also houses a furniture collection from the late 15th century, and a collection of weapons.
Landporten
On Torvet, north of the castle and marketin Nyborg, will be found the "Landporten" gatehouse, a 40m/130ft long building with an entrance gate. It was built in 1660 by Frederik III who, following the war with Sweden, strengthened the fortifications and extended the ramparts. At that time the Landporten was the only entrance to the town from the land side. Some of the ramparts still exist. Bells are rung at 9:45 each evening as a reminder of the time when the gate was closed at 10 pm.
Church of Our Lady
In Nyborg a visit should be made to the Church of Our Lady (Vor Frue Kirke) in Adelgade; it is a three-aisled edifice the interior of which was restored in 1973. The tower, 67m/220ft high, is covered in copper. Inside can be seen some 17th century epitaphs and a font with a carved lid.Near the church stands the Korsbrødregård, a stone building with a Renaissance gable of 1614 and cellars with Gothic vaulting.
Ferry Museum
A restored ferry which sailed Danish waters in an earlier age. Visitors can see areas usually off limits to passengers.
