Svendborg Population 2026
Svendborg has a population of 27,300, making it the #36 biggest city in 🇩🇰 Denmark, located in South Denmark. Roughly 0.5% of Denmark's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Copenhagen, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,300
Rank in Denmark
#36
Coordinates
55.06°N, 10.61°E
~14 m elevation · Europe/Copenhagen
Distance to capital (Copenhagen)
141 km
88 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Denmark
| City | Population | Rank in Denmark |
|---|---|---|
| Odense | 180,863 | #3 |
| Esbjerg | 71,698 | #6 |
| Kolding | 61,638 | #8 |
| Vejle | 60,231 | #10 |
| Fredericia | 40,886 | #22 |
| Sønderborg | 27,766 | #35 |
| Haderslev | 22,011 | #42 |
| Nyborg | 17,525 | #51 |
Cities near Svendborg
- Nyborg17,525 people · ~30 km away
- Odense180,863 people · ~40 km away
- Sønderborg27,766 people · ~55 km away
- Slagelse31,896 people · ~61 km away
- Klinteby Frihed53,443 people · ~65 km away
- Haderslev22,011 people · ~74 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Svendborg?
Svendborg has a population of 27,300 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #36 biggest city in Denmark.
What region is Svendborg in?
Svendborg is located in South Denmark, Denmark.
Is Svendborg the capital of Denmark?
No, the capital of Denmark is Copenhagen, about 141 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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