Besøg Als | 321 km² Spisesteder, Overnatning, Seværdigheder, Jyllands Have & Færger

How big is Als? Als is an island that lies east of Jutland and has an area of 321 km² and a circumference of 165 km. The island has a total population of 49,518 inhabitants, of which 28,137 live in Sønderborg, which is the largest city on the island. Sønderborg is divided by Alssund, with most of the buildings on the Als side. Als is the 7th largest island in Denmark. How do you get to Als? Yes and Yes. At Als, the mainland connection is secured through two bridges at Sønderborg and the car ferry Bitten, which operates from Nordals. There are also daily bus and train services connecting the island with the surrounding mainland. In addition, daily ferry departures from the islands of Funen and Ærø to Als are offered. From Søby on Ærø you can even enjoy sailing with 100% green ferry operation aboard the E-ferry Ellen. What is the island known for? The island of Als has a proud history that stretches back to the time of Duke Hans the Younger. It is famous for its lush and green nature, as well as its fertile arable land. It is not without reason that Als is also called "The Garden of Jutland." The island pays tribute to its own unique heritage through a heartfelt song that weaves itself into tradition and culture, especially at the end of the men's lunch at Sønderborg Ringridning. How far is it around Als? The 64 kilometer long path, the Alsstien, follows the Alsian coast through some of the island's most beautiful natural areas. It starts at the dam to Kegnæs and takes you through undulating cornfields and bright yellow rapeseed fields on one side of the path past the blue waves of Lillebælt on the other. What to see at Als? Are you planning to visit Als and want to know what to see? Here are some interesting sights on the island: Havnbjerg Mill, Jollmands Farm, Nordborg Lighthouse, Tranerodde Lighthouse, Ballebro Lighthouse, Sottrupskov Lighthouse, Egen Kirkestalde, Augustiana Art Park and Kunsthal. Whatever your interests, Als will offer a wide range of experiences and sights to explore.