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Town in Denmark
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Fredericia (IPA: ['fʀɛðɐ̥ɪɕa]) is a medium-sized fortress town, founded in 1650 by Frederick III (after whom it was named) in the Fredericia municipality, eastern South Jutland, Denmark.
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The Foot Soldier is a statue of a proud Danish soldier which commemorates the battle of 1849. It is said to be the oldest monument in the world celebrating the unknown soldier. It is at the main entrance to the city & serves as the main starting point for any visit.
Det Hvide Vandtårn sits on top of Fredericia's city walls which makes it the ideal place to get views over the Ramparts, The Little Belt Bridge & the entire city.
Fredericia is blessed with a beautiful, blue-flag beach. The beach is in a small town outside Fredericia called Skærbæk. Here you will find an old fishing-envoirment and beautiful houses. This area of the town also offers visitors and locals the opportunity to admire the views of nearby Funen, walk along the golden sand or have an ice-cream. The beach has no lifeguard.
Fredericia Vold
For a gorgeous 1-hour stroll you can set out on a walk around Fredericia's walls. The route is littered with historical statues, old cannons and information desks offering details on the various gates, ramparts and buildings. Start at the Kongens Port (King's Gate).
Krudttårnet
Opposite the Citadel is the powder tower on the Lolland Bastion. This is the oldest military building in Fredericia, built in 1675. It is a very small building on the coast overlooking the sea.
The oldest house in Fredericia. Offers visitors beautiful flower arrangements and a small art gallery.
It's close to the Train station Fredericia Badeland offers 2 swimming pools (25m & 50m), a separate baby pool, sauna, solarium, water slide.
Madsby Play Park, is a large family fun park with free activities for kids of all ages. These include a large playground, driving school, cowboy town & a mini train. During the summer months puppet shows are also scheduled. There is a small charge for the minitrain.
Take a boat along the fjords and along The Little Belt Bridge. Alcohol, soft drinks & coffee available on board. This is a very relaxing way to unwind on a hot summer day.
An anglers' lake with shelters nearby. This lake is populated with carp, eel & rainbow trout & offers a good day out for experienced and inexperienced fishermen. North of Fredericia.
An ice-cream & traditional Danish sausage outlet beside the old harbour, with a view of the water & ships.
Børkop Vandmølle forms a delightful framework around one of the best restaurants in the area, with the added attraction of Denmark's oldest functioning water mill.
A view of woods and sea. Enjoy your lunch or dinner on the terrace or in the attractive dining rooms.
Cosy maritime lunch and dinner restaurant in the city centre near the old harbor. Eat out on the terrace in summer. Varied seasonal menu.
Known as one of the best restaurants in Denmark, Ti Trin Ned mixes the hyped New Nordic kitchen with more traditional French and Mediterranean cuisine. In the high season it is advisable to book four or five weeks in advance.
Pakhuset is an intimate music venue with its own cafe. Music every weekend from September to June. Ask for programme at the Tourist Office.
This is a centrally located family-hotel, close to Fredericia´s old harbour, which offers good quality Danish cuisine at reasonable prices.
Fuglsangcentret is in the beautiful area next to the Fuglsang Forest. Offering bright and handicap-friendly hotelrooms all with terrace to garden as well as attractive modern facilities of high standard in quiet, delightful surroundings. Own swimming pool & sauna and a café/bar.
Postgaarden is in the centre of Fredericia.
By train
DSB provides rail-links between Fredericia & many of Denmark's major towns + cities.
By car
Fredericia is just beside the Little Belt Bridge linking Funen & Jutland. Thus it is quite easily accessible by car on the highway to & from Funen and Zealand.
By taxi
Taxis (Danish: taxa) are available right outside of the train station. These can be quite expensive, especially for longer trips.
By car
There are 2500 free parking places available in Fredericia, however to use these places you need to drop into the Tourist Office for a free parking disc.
By bike
Like most Danish towns Fredericia is very well suited to cyclists. Cycling in Fredericia is one of the fastest, cheapest and environmentally friendly ways to get from place to place.
By boat
Some local companies offer trips along the fjord, this can be a great way of touring the coastline & getting a much closer look at The Little Belt Bridge.
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