Ærø Postal Codes: 5960 to 5985 | Syddanmark

Key Facts

Ærø is a distinctive island municipality located in the southern part of Denmark, specifically within the Syddanmark (Southern Denmark) region. Situated in the Baltic Sea, Ærø lies south of the island of Funen and east of the Jutland peninsula, forming one of Denmark's charming South Funen Archipelago islands. The municipality covers an area of approximately 90 square kilometers and has a population of around 6,000 residents, making it one of Denmark's smaller but culturally significant island communities. Ærø is administratively divided into several towns and villages, with Marstal and Ærøskøbing serving as the main population centers, each offering unique historical character and maritime heritage. The island is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, traditional thatched-roof houses, and well-preserved historic architecture, particularly in Ærøskøbing, which is considered one of Denmark's best-preserved towns from the 18th century. As a municipality, Ærø provides local governance and services to its residents while maintaining strong connections to the broader Syddanmark region. To access detailed postal code information for Ærø's various towns and villages, visitors can explore the specific sub-regional listings available through our comprehensive postal code database.