Anyone considering Kertinge as a place to stay can get to know the area through three specific themes: Kertinge Nor, its historic settlement pattern and the Kertingestien.
Kertinge Nor and Birdlife
Kertinge Nor, also known as Kerteminde Fjord, covers 8.5 km², is an average of 2 m deep and reaches a maximum depth of 8 m. Birds found at Kertinge Nor include eider ducks, swans, cormorants, gulls and grey herons. This means that, alongside the body of water itself, the bird species found there can also be a focus of your stay.
A Street Village with Historic Farms
Kertinge is a historic street village with several farms and newer settlements. In the north, a half-star-shaped field layout is part of the village’s character. There are also country houses and half-timbered farms with thatched roofs; views over Kertinge Nor give the area an authentic feel. The different settlement and house types give Kertinge a character that is not defined by just one farmstead.
The listed four-winged farm at Kertinge Bygade 13 has a oldest section dating from the 18th century. At LanghavegĂĄrd, Kertinge Bygade 18, the oldest section dates from the early 19th century. Kejrup is one of the oldest farms in the parish and is mentioned as early as the 14th century. These dates refer to different farms and their respective historical significance.
The Kertingestien and Its History
The Kertingestien is a 3.5 km-long footpath. It starts on Kertinge Bygade at Gadekæret and leads to the forest paths near Kejrup. There it connects with an existing path to Ladby or with Degneløkkevej. The Kertingestien initially follows Degneløkkevej, then leads into the forest along the old Ladby trail. The path opened on 29 May 2011.
In the past, the old Ladby trail served as a route for schoolchildren and churchgoers travelling between Ladby and Kølstrup. This gives the route description a historical context in addition to its length and course. When planning your trip, you can consider the specified 3.5 km as a separate section of the route.
Cultural History in the Surrounding Area
Near Kertinge, Kølstrup Church stands opposite Ulriksholm Castle on Kertinge Nor. The church was built around 1100 in the Romanesque style. Nearby Ulriksholm Castle was built in 1636 for Ulrik Christian Gyldenløve, the son Christian IV had with Vibeke Kruse. The church and castle therefore represent building histories from very different centuries.
Getting There by Bus
According to the timetable overview dated 31 August 2026, bus route 420 towards Kerteminde listed Kertinge as a stop. Check current departure times before travelling if you plan to include the bus connection in your itinerary.
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