Fanø Municipality

Fanø Municipality is a coastal island community in Southern Denmark with its administrative hub in the town of Nordby. The area encompasses protected coastal landscapes, dune systems, and several inhabited settlements connected to mainland Denmark by ferry.

The municipality was established in 1970 through a merger of local administrative divisions, creating a new governance structure for the island. This administrative change shaped how the region developed afterward.

The island's connection to the sea shapes local celebrations and gatherings where residents share their maritime heritage with visitors. Seafaring traditions remain visible in how people live and in the customs they pass down through generations.

Visitors reach the island via regular ferry connections from the mainland, which serve as the primary transportation link for tourists and residents. It is helpful to check ferry schedules in advance as connections can vary by season.

The island preserves an exceptionally high proportion of protected natural areas, making it an important site for coastal ecosystem conservation. These extensive protected zones attract nature enthusiasts who come to observe rare plant species and bird populations.

Location: Southern Denmark

Inception: April 1, 1970

Capital city: Nordby

Elevation above the sea: 4 m

Address: Skolevej 5, Nordby, 6720 Fanø

Website: http://fanoe.dk

GPS coordinates: 55.41667,8.41667

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:52