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Gelsted, Denmark
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Gelsted is a small town in South Denmark, Denmark with a population of 1,711. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
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About Gelsted
Gelsted is a small town and parish in northwestern Funen, Denmark. Gelsted is located roughly halfway between Ejby and Aarup, 28 kilometers west of Odense. The parish is located in Middelfart Municipality, and a small portion is located in Assens Municipality, within the Region of Southern Denmark. 1 January 2025 the town had a population of 1,713 and the parish had a population of 2,300. Gelsted Church is located on the northwestern outskirts of the town.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,711 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.3988°, 9.9731° |
| Timezone | Europe/Copenhagen |
| Country | 🇩🇰 Denmark |
| State / Province | South Denmark |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.2 inches (639 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.4 inches (9 cm) |
About Gelsted
Gelsted is a small town in Denmark (South Denmark) with a population of 1,711. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Copenhagen.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below Denmark avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 292.0 sq mi (756.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.3988°N, 9.9731°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Copenhagen |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.3 in |
Gelsted has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 33°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.4").
Schools in Gelsted
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gelsted Skole | — | — | — | — |
| Gelsted Børnehus | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Gelsted
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR P4 Trekanten (AAC) | regional radio | AAC 324 kbps | |
| Classic.fm | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| DR P4 Trekanten | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Diablo (AAC) | news, pop | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Diablo | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Det Rigtige Faaborg | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Haderslev | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Norea Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Mælkebøtten | — | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Gelsted
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assens Miniby | ||||
| Bunkermuseet | ||||
| Det Hvide Vandtårn | ||||
| Ernst | ||||
| Flax Weawing Museum at Krengerup Manor | ||||
| Fredericia Bymuseum | ||||
| Hestestalden | ||||
| Hestestalden | ||||
| Hørvævsmuseet | ||||
| Kringsminde | ||||
| Lilleskov Teglværk | ||||
| Middelfart Museum | ||||
| Middelfart Museum | ||||
| Museum Morten Korch | ||||
| Nordfyns Museum | ||||
| Škoda Museum Danmark | ||||
| Strib Automobilmuseum | ||||
| Strøjer Samlingen | ||||
| Toldbodhus | ||||
| Vestfyns Hjemstavnsgård | ||||
| Willemoesgården |
Libraries in Gelsted
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aarup Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Aarup Lokalhistoriske Arkiv | 0.0 | |||||
| Assens Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Assens Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bogense Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Fredericia Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Glamsbjerg Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Haarby Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Middelfart Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Nørre Åby Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Strib Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tommerup bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Vissenbjerg Bibliotek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gelsted
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assens Torv | |||||
| Bogense kræmmermarked | |||||
| Gelsted Marked in august every year | |||||
| Røde Kors Butik |
Cafes in Gelsted
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Gelsted
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gelsted
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gelsted
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aarø Bryg | ||||
| Bródur | ||||
| Bryggeriet Vestfyen | ||||
| Coisbo Beer ApS | ||||
| Fredericia Brewpub | ||||
| Gamborg Bryghus | ||||
| Indslev Bryggeri | ||||
| Magtenbølle Honning & Mjød | ||||
| Thors Hal Bryghus Assens |
Stadiums & Teams in Gelsted
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gelsted
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Odense Hans Christian Andersen Airport | ODE | Large Airport |
| Kolding Vamdrup Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Skrydstrup Air Base | SKS | Medium Airport |
| Sønderborg Airport | SGD | Medium Airport |
| Ærø Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bjedstrup Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bjørnø Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bogense Flyveplads | — | Small Airport |
| Brædstrup Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Christianshede Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Drejø Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ejstrupholm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Elsesminde Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Endelave Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Flensburg-Schäferhaus Airport | FLF | Small Airport |
| Haderslev Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hammer Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Kaleko Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kruså-Padborg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Nordborg Pøl Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rårup Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Revninge Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rødekro Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rolfsted Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Samsø Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Solbjerg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sulkendrup Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sydfyn (Tasinge) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tunø Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vester Åby Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vøjstrup Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gelsted
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gelsted Kirke | |
| Husby Kirke | |
| Rørup Kirke | |
| Tanderup Kirke |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Gelsted?
Gelsted has a population of 1,711 residents and is located in Denmark. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 292.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gelsted?
Gelsted has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.