An outing to the island of Strynø, a half hour ferry trip from Rudkøbing, can easily be managed in one day, but you can also choose to stay overnight on the island. Strynø covers about 10 sq.km. and has about 220 inhabitants. Here you can enjoy the peace and quiet that only a small island can offer. There is a large bird reserve north of Strynø. If you would like to learn more about the birds and wild life it is a good idea to contact Øhavets Smakkecenter, where a nature guide offers to take those interested on a trip round the South Funen Archipelago in a smack (old wooden sailing boat). It is also possible to rent a boat.
Strynø also offers a particular experience on one of the last Saturdays in May when the Maypole Festival is held in the town square - an old tradition symbolising fertility. According to tradition a tree should be raised, but since the island has no forest, a pole decorated with flower wreaths and the Danish flag Dannebrog is hoisted instead. After this there are speeches and celebrations including folk music. It is also worthwhile to visit the inn which is housed in the old forge on the square. Here you will find a special atmosphere amongst the old tools and the forge which is still standing in the corner of the bar.
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