What is Velodrom coffee shop?

Velodrom Kaffebar is located in the charming and listed station building in Fruens Bøge, which was built in 1876. The coffee shop opened in 2015 and is decorated with deep respect for the history and characteristics of the building. The station atmosphere has been retained and the train still stops outside twice an hour. Of the original details from the station’s many years, the ticket office has been preserved and on the walls you will find Aage Rasmussen’s iconic DSB posters. It’s not just a coffee shop – it’s a pocket of time in the middle of Fruens Bøge.

Can I sail to the Velodrom coffee shop?

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Yes – and it’s the most atmospheric way to arrive. Odense Aafart takes you from Munke Mose in the city center and glides quietly up the river for about 30 minutes before the beech forest opens up at Fruens Bøge Station. Velodrom Kaffebar is right next door – and you arrive with peace of mind and a good cup of coffee.

The ticket is a return ticket, so you decide when you sail home again. A perfect starting point for a relaxed day in Fruens Bøge.

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What should you know about the Velodrom?

Fruens Bøge station building

At Fruens Bøge Station you’ll find Velodrom Kaffebar – an obvious stop for a walk in the cozy forest. Here you can choose from a myriad of coffee varieties and get delicious cakes or refreshing ice cream.

Owner Kåre Loll loves history, and it shows in the interior design. The renovation in 2022 was used to dig even deeper and highlight the hidden details of the station building. The result is a coffee shop that feels like no other in Odense.

The velodrome is open Tuesday to Sunday 10-18.

Things to do near Velodrom Kaffebar

Outdoor Velodrome coffee shop

When you visit Velodrom Kaffebar, you’re in the middle of one of Odense’s most beautiful nature areas with several experiences within a short distance. The coffee shop is located right next to Restaurant Carlslund, Skovsøen and the playground – and the Funen Village is just a short walk away. The area on the river Odense River offers the opportunity to continue the experience on the water, before or after your visit.

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Kunstbygningen Filosoffen is a modern meeting place for art, industrial design and the exchange of ideas with changing exhibitions all year round. Here you’ll find local, national and international artists – and admission is always free.

You can combine your visit with a boat trip from Munke Mose, where Odense Aafart departs. Filosoffen is close to the river and Munke Mose, so transportation is a natural part of the experience – and you arrive in the green and cultural heart of Odense.

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FAQ - Sail to Velodrom coffee shop

Here you’ll find answers to the most frequently asked questions. If you still have a question, you’re always welcome to contact us.

How to get to Velodrom Kaffebar with Odense Aafart?

You sail with Odense Aafart from Munke Mose in the city center to Fruens Bøge. The trip takes about 30 minutes and Velodrom Kaffebar is located right next to the terminus at Fruens Bøge Station. The ticket is a return ticket, so you sail back home when you’re ready.

Velodrom Kaffebar is located at Fruens Bøge Station, which is the terminus for Odense Aafart’s tour boats. From the river, it’s just a few minutes’ walk to the coffee shop – making it a natural stop on a day along the water.

You can get delicious coffee, tea, cakes or a sandwich in the cozy café, which has preserved many of the details from the station building’s many years – including the original ticket hatch and Aage Rasmussen’s iconic DSB posters on the walls.

Velodrom is recommended by 97 out of 100 visitors based on almost 3,000 reviews – and is described by guests as a true time warp with nostalgic charm and excellent coffee. It’s one of Odense’s most beloved café spots.

Yes – it’s actually the most recommended combination. Sail with Odense Aafart to Fruens Bøge, go directly to Velodrom Kaffebar at the station, and spend the rest of the day exploring Skovsøen, Carlslund and the Funen Village. Return with the boat on the same ticket.

Velodrom Kaffebar is centrally located in Fruens Bøge with easy access to Restaurant Carlslund, Skovsøen, Engen, Den Fynske Landsby and the Aafarten terminus. Everything is within walking distance – a perfect natural gathering point for a full day in the forest.

Velodrom Kaffebar is located in Fruens Bøge, about 4 km from the center of Odense. With Odense Aafart you can get there in about 30 minutes from Munke Mose – and by train from Odense Station it only takes about 6 minutes to Fruens Bøge Station, which is right by the coffee shop.

Velodrom Kaffebar is open Tuesday to Sunday 10-18. Check their Instagram or Facebook for any changes in opening hours.