Syddansk

Syddansk, or the Region of Southern Denmark, is one of the five administrative regions of Denmark. It was established on 1 January 2007 as part of the nationwide Municipal Reform, which replaced the former counties with five regions. The region covers the southern part of the Jutland peninsula and the island of Funen, together with a number of smaller islands such as Ærø, Langeland and Als. Major urban centers include Odense on Funen, Esbjerg on the west coast of Jutland, and the towns of Kolding, Vejle and Sønderborg.

The regional economy is diverse, with manufacturing, agriculture, logistics and tourism contributing to growth. Esbjerg is a major port and energy hub; Billund hosts Legoland and related tourism; Odense is a center for education and culture. The region benefits from network infrastructure, including the Great Belt and Little Belt links connecting Funen to Jutland, and serves with airports such as Billund and Sønderborg.

Governance is organized through the Region of Southern Denmark, which oversees health care coordination and regional development, while municipalities handle local services. The region comprises numerous municipalities, each with its own council, and the regional council directs cross-municipal tasks.

Geographically, the region spans a varied coast, with western beaches along the North Sea and eastern shores facing the Baltic Sea via straits. The landscape includes dunes, forests and historic towns, castles and museums, and a number of protected natural areas. Renewable energy and wind power projects are prominent in several coastal towns.