Go Island Hopping

Hop on the ferry in Svendborg, Faaborg, or Rudkøbing and enjoy the archipelago, which is a calm and serene world of its own. Each island has its own unique history and scenery, though they also have some things in common: splendid coastal nature and islanders eager to give you a warm welcome.

By island hopping you can visit seven of the islands in the South Fyn Archipelago. Take the ferry from Svendborg to Skarø, Drejø, and Hjortø, which is home to only a handful of permanent residents. Bjørnø, Lyø, and Avernakø are reached by ferry from Faaborg, and from Rudkøbing, you can go to Strynø.

Island hopping tickets are sold from 29 June to 11 August 2019. During this period, the yellow catamaran ‘Sea Hawk’ serves as a supplemental ferry service between the archipelago islands in addition to the regular year-round ferry service connecting the individual islands with Svendborg, Faaborg, and Rudkøbing.

How to Hop from Island to Island

Go island hopping for one day or a whole week – for the same price. Tickets can be used for up to seven days, or until you get off the ferry in either Rudkøbing, Faaborg, or Svendborg. Remember to book your ferry trips in advance, and be present 10 minutes before departure.

Click here to get your tickets and to learn more about the islands, including information about eateries and accommodation, as well as suggestions for trips to cultural and scenic sights. Island hopping is a unique opportunity for a vacation with friends and family in the beautiful South Fyn Archipelago.

Click here for tickets and information about island hopping

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Archipelago Trivia

Det Sydfynske Øhav’ is the Danish name for the shallow waters south of Fyn and the archipelago comprising more than 55 island and islets
The South Fyn Archipelago is the world’s largest flooded ice-age landscape. The area was flooded during the Stone Age, which created the islands’ unique hilly terrain
The ice-age landscape stretches from Helnæs Bay west of Faaborg, across the ‘Alps’ of South Fyn, and to the small fishing village of Lundeborg on the east coast
From South Fyn, the archipelago stretches south, with Langeland and Ærø being the southernmost islands. In total, the area spans more than 480 square kilometres

Go Island Hopping from Svendborg to:

Skarø

This small island is known for its beautiful scenery and interesting bird and animal life, though the passionate islanders have done their part as well to put Skarø firmly on the map:

Drejø

With its rich birdlife and varied scenery, Drejø is a must-see for those who are fond of nature. If you are really lucky, you might catch a glimpse of the white deer and the western marsh harrier.

Hjortø

Hjortø has no grocery store, no inn, no church – and no cars! But there is peace and quiet, interesting vegetation, a rich animal life as well as a number of child-friendly beaches.